Biden unveils 20 ISPs to expand discounted internet access
President Biden announced 20 internet providers will offer discounted service under the Affordable Connectivity Program, potentially making tens of millions eligible for free service. The plan ties to a $14.2 billion infrastructure package funding and aims to provide $30 monthly subsidies for households earning about $55,000 per year.
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HUD doubles eviction legal aid with $20 million grant
The Department of Housing and Urban Development expands its Eviction Protection Grant Program with a $20 million boost to fund legal services for tenants facing eviction. Eleven recipients including Pine Tree Legal Assistance and the city of San Antonio will receive grants from $1 million to $2.4 million to reduce eviction caseloads and aid landlords accessing emergency rental help.
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Washington Post wins Pulitzer for Jan 6 coverage
The Washington Post earned the public service Pulitzer for its in depth interactive reporting on the January 6 2021 Capitol riot. The award highlighted investigative coverage of political and security failures surrounding the insurrection in Washington D C.
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