News from 2023
TSA at Atlantic City International Airport installs two new technologies that enhance checkpoint screening capabilities
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 3, 2023
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has installed two new technologies that enhance screening capabilities of travelers and their belongings at the Atlantic City International Airport security checkpoint. New credential authentication technology (CAT) units and four computed tomography scanners are now in use at the airport’s checkpoint.
TSA is prepared for the expected increase in summer travel volume from Albany International Airport
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 3, 2023
As Memorial Day Weekend approaches, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is prepared to handle an increase in the number of travelers who will be flying out of Albany International Airport and airports nationwide.
Local man caught with loaded gun by TSA at Pittsburgh Airport checkpoint
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 3, 2023
A Pittsburgh, Pa., man was prevented from bringing his loaded handgun onto his flight yesterday, Thursday, May 25, when Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at Pittsburgh International Airport detected his handgun in the man’s carry-on bag. The 9mm gun was loaded with 17 bullets.
Become a federal employee with the TSA at Orlando International Airport
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 3, 2023
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is holding a recruiting event on June 2-3, 2023 to assist individuals interested in an exciting new federal career as a Transportation Security Officer (TSO) at Orlando International Airport (MCO.)
TSA urges passengers to arrive early, pack smart as high travel volumes expected after Indy 500
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 3, 2023
The Indianapolis 500 is only days away, and the influx of visitors will result in an exceptionally busy Monday at Indianapolis International Airport (IND) security checkpoints. To expedite the screening process, passengers are encouraged to arrive two hours before their departure time and keep prohibited items, including firearms, out of their carry-on bags.
TSA officers prevent man from bringing loaded gun onto flight at Reagan National Airport
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 3, 2023
A Florida man was stopped by Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport yesterday (May 29) when they detected a handgun in the man’s carry-on bag. The .380 caliber gun was loaded with six bullets.
TSA officers prevent Virginia man from bringing loaded gun onto flight at Norfolk International Airport
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 3, 2023
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at Norfolk International Airport prevented a Dumfries, Va., man from bringing his loaded handgun onto his flight on Saturday, May 27. The 9mm gun was loaded with 15 bullets.
TSA prepared for summer travel season at Roanoke-Blacksburg and Lynchburg Regional Airports
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 3, 2023
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is prepared for summer travel in and out of Roanoke-Blacksburg and Lynchburg Regional Airports.
FEMA and other Federal Agencies Continue to Support Typhoon Mawar Response
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 3, 2023
FEMA, federal partners and territorial officials are working to determine any additional resources needed to respond to the impacts of Typhoon Mawar as it moves past Guam and the Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands.
Today, May 25, is the Last Day to Apply
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 3, 2023
or survivors of the March tornadoes, today is the last day to apply for FEMA disaster assistance. Homeowners and renters of Carroll, Humphreys, Monroe, Montgomery, Panola or Sharkey counties with uninsured or underinsured storm-related losses may be eligible. The deadline is 11:59 p.m., Central Time, today.
Disaster Recovery Centers Closing, Federal Support Continues
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 3, 2023
With the application period ending today, the Disaster Recovery Centers operated by FEMA and the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency will close permanently at 5 p.m. today, May 25, 2023.
Disaster Recovery Centers Closed for Memorial Day Weekend
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 3, 2023
FEMA and the State of Oklahoma Disaster Recovery Centers in Cleveland, McClain and Pottawatomie counties will be closed Saturday, May 27 through Monday, May 29 in honor of Memorial Day. All locations will return to normal operating hours on Tuesday, May 30.
FEMA Seeks Public Input on Proposed Changes to the National Flood Insurance Program in Oregon
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 3, 2023
FEMA reopened the comment period for an additional 32 days of public input on proposed changes to the implementation of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) in Oregon. These changes may have significant impacts on Oregon communities, individuals, and businesses that intend on developing in the floodplain. FEMA encourages participation during the comment period.
Disaster Recovery Centers Closed Memorial Day Weekend
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 3, 2023
All Disaster Recovery Centers in Indiana will be closed Memorial Day weekend, May 27 – 29. They will reopen Tuesday, May 30, with their normal hours.
Temporary Disaster Recovery Centers Operating in Broward County Extend the Stops
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 3, 2023
The State of Florida and FEMA are operating Disaster Recovery Centers (DRC) in Broward County.
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for the Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 3, 2023
FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians to supplement tribal recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe storm and flooding March 11-16, 2023.
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Guam
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 3, 2023
FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the territory of Guam to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by Typhoon Mawar beginning on May 22, 2023, and continuing.
Two-Month Recovery Snapshot: More Than 3,500 Households Helped, More Than $28 Million in Support
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 3, 2023
Two months after tornadoes and severe storms hit communities across Mississippi, FEMA has helped more than 3,500 households with disaster assistance (as of May 26, 2023):
Biden-Harris Administration, Whole Community Respond to Support Guam and Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands Following Impacts from Typhoon Mawar
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 3, 2023
President Biden granted a major disaster declaration for Guam on Thursday, which unlocks additional FEMA funding to help the territory respond to and recover from Typhoon Mawar. The disaster declaration allows for federal funding to be available for emergency protective measures to help eliminate threats to public health and safety.
Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Claims Offices and Helpline Closed Monday in Observance of Memorial Day
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 3, 2023
The Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Claims Offices in Mora, Las Vegas and Santa Fe will be closed on Monday May 29, 2023, in observance of Memorial Day.