Tag: small_business_administration

Media Monitor: NPR Covers SpaceX Debut, FBI Raid, SBA Loan Policy, and Political Scandals

14 Jun 2026 6:35 a.m. · Source: NPR

NPR reports on SpaceX's stock market debut, an FBI raid on an Ohio voting rights group, and a new SBA policy affecting immigrant-owned businesses. It also examines how political scandals are impacting midterm elections.

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Peabody Man Pleads Guilty to $125,000 COVID-19 Relief Fraud

4 Jun 2026 11:38 a.m. · Source: FBI

Jonathan Carpenter, a Peabody resident, admitted guilt to stealing $125,000 in COVID-19 relief funds. He fraudulently obtained an Economic Injury Disaster Loan for a non-existent business, facing sentencing in September 2026.

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Culver City Restaurateur Jailed for $4 Million COVID Loan Fraud

3 Jun 2026 1:23 p.m. · Source: FBI

A Culver City restaurateur received a 41-month federal prison sentence and $4.3 million restitution order for fraudulently obtaining over $4 million in COVID-19 relief loans. Philip Frederick Camino submitted more than 20 false applications.

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Governor Ivey Encourages Alabama Small Businesses to Compete in SBA's Freedom 250 Pitch

28 May 2026 2:59 p.m. · Source: Alabama Governor's Office

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey is urging small businesses and entrepreneurs to enter the SBA's national "Freedom 250" Patriot Pitch Competition, offering up to $1 million in prizes. Businesses must apply by June 10, 2026, to celebrate America's 250th anniversary.

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