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Federal Reserve Finalizes Changes to Stress Test Transparency and Capital Requirements
The Federal Reserve Board has finalized changes aimed at enhancing transparency and public accountability in its stress tests while reducing volatility in stress test-related capital requirements.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentUSABankingFinancial MarketsFederal GovernmentEconomy Federal Reserve Boardstress testcapital requirementsbank regulationfinancial regulationBoard of Governors of the Federal Reserve SystemWashington DCU.S. Federal Reserve
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DC Seeks Mural Artists for School Safety Program
Washington, DC is seeking mural artists with large-scale exterior and youth engagement experience to paint ground murals at four schools, aiming to boost pedestrian safety and community pride.
Politics and GovernmentEducationTransportationSocial IssuesState GovernmentsLaw Enforcement DC Commission on the Arts and HumanitiesColor the Curb: School Safety ProgramDistrict Department of TransportationDC Public Schoolspedestrian safetyground muralsWashington, DCDC Commission on the Arts and Humanities (CAH)
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DC Arts and Humanities Commission Holds Full Meeting on Zoom
The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities holds its September full Commission Regular Meeting today at 5:30 PM ET, open to the public via Zoom and YouTube, with votes on grants.
Politics and GovernmentUSAState GovernmentsEducationSocial Issues DC Commission on the Arts and HumanitiesFull Commission Regular MeetingWashington DCPublic ArtArt EducationGrantsPublic MeetingDC Commission on the Arts and Humanities (CAH)
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Federal Reserve Board Approves Peoples Bancorp Inc. Application
The Federal Reserve Board announced approval of an application by Peoples Bancorp Inc., releasing the order through its official press release channel.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentUSABankingFederal GovernmentFinancial Markets Federal Reserve BoardPeoples Bancorp Inc.application approvalBoard of GovernorsFederal Reserve Systembanking regulationWashington DCU.S. Federal Reserve
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Federal Reserve Seeks Public Comment on Payment Stablecoin Rules Under GENIUS Act
The Federal Reserve Board is requesting public comment on two proposals to build a regulatory framework for Board-supervised payment stablecoin issuers under the GENIUS Act.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentBankingFinancial MarketsLegalComputers and Internet Federal Reserve Boardpayment stablecoinGENIUS Actstablecoin regulationpublic commentBoard of Governors of the Federal Reserve SystemWashington DCU.S. Federal Reserve
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Federal Reserve Releases Senior Credit Officer Opinion Survey on Dealer Financing Terms
The Federal Reserve Board has published its Senior Credit Officer Opinion Survey on Dealer Financing Terms, a regular assessment of credit conditions in dealer financing markets.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentUSAFederal GovernmentBankingFinancial MarketsEconomy Federal Reserve BoardSenior Credit Officer Opinion SurveyDealer Financing TermsWashington DCCredit ConditionsFinancial RegulationU.S. Federal Reserve
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DHS S&T Opens Applications for HS-POWER Student Internship Program
DHS Science and Technology Directorate is accepting applications for HS-POWER internships, offering STEM students paid summer research placements with mentors at DHS offices and labs.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyEducationFederal GovernmentEmployment and LaborUSA DHS Science and Technology DirectorateHS-POWERinternship programSTEM studentshomeland securitystudent stipendWashington DCU.S. Department of Homeland Security
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DC Mayor's Office of Community Affairs Hosts Four Days of Free Cultural and Resource Events
MOCA's free events run September 24-27 across DC, featuring a veteran resource symposium, African Heritage Month celebration, Mid-Autumn Festival night market, Cumbia Fest and the Fiesta DC Parade with Mayor Bowser.
Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentSocial IssuesState GovernmentsMusicEducation Mayor's Office of Community AffairsMuriel BowserWashington DCFiesta DC ParadeMid-Autumn FestivalAfrican Heritage MonthVeteransDistrict of Columbia Mayors Office
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Federal Reserve Board Approves Application by BancFirst Corporation
The Federal Reserve Board announced approval of an application by BancFirst Corporation, releasing the order through its official press release channel.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentUSABankingFederal GovernmentEconomy Federal Reserve BoardBancFirst Corporationapplication approvalBoard of GovernorsFederal Reserve Systembanking regulationWashington DCU.S. Federal Reserve
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Bowser Highlights DC Bike Ride, Art All Night and a Packed Fall Weekend in Weekly Letter
DC Mayor Muriel Bowser recaps the DC Bike Ride and Art All Night, previews CBC Week, H Street Festival and Commanders-Cowboys, and marks 50 years of the Mayor's Office on Latino Affairs.
Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentSportState GovernmentsSocial IssuesEducationMusicFilm and TV Muriel BowserWashington DCArt All NightMayor's Office on Latino AffairsHispanic Heritage MonthFort Dupont Ice ArenaH Street Festival
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SEC Chief Economist Joshua White to Speak at ICI Compliance, Risk, and Legal Conference
SEC posts remarks from Joshua White, Chief Economist and Director of the Division of Economic and Risk Analysis, delivered at the ICI Compliance, Risk, and Legal Conference.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentUSAFederal GovernmentFinancial MarketsEconomyLegal Securities and Exchange CommissionJoshua WhiteICI Compliance, Risk, and Legal ConferenceDivision of Economic and Risk AnalysisSpeeches and StatementsWashington, DC
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SEC Enforcement Director David Woodcock to Speak at 12th Annual Government Enforcement Institute
The SEC has posted remarks by David Woodcock, Director of the Division of Enforcement, delivered before the 12th Annual Government Enforcement Institute, now available in the agency's speeches and statements.
BusinessLaw EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentLegalFinancial MarketsEconomy Securities and Exchange CommissionDavid WoodcockDivision of Enforcement12th Annual Government Enforcement InstituteSpeeches and StatementsWashington, DC
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Media Monitor: DC Mayor's Office on Latino Affairs Marks 50th Anniversary During Hispanic Heritage Month
The Mayor's Office on Latino Affairs is reporting that DC will mark Hispanic Heritage Month with cultural events, including a cumbia festival and the Fiesta DC Parade, alongside MOLA's 50th anniversary.
Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentUSAState GovernmentsSocial IssuesMusic Hispanic Heritage MonthMayor's Office on Latino AffairsMuriel BowserWashington DCFiesta DC ParadeCumbia FestLatino communitiesDC Office on Latino Affairs
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Federal Reserve Releases Latest Industrial Production and Capacity Utilization Data
The Federal Reserve has published the newest G.17 report covering industrial production and capacity utilization, with the latest data now available on the central bank's website.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentUSAEconomyFederal GovernmentBanking Federal ReserveIndustrial ProductionCapacity UtilizationG.17Washington DCUS economyU.S. Federal Reserve
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SEC's Uyeda to Speak at Roundtable on 24-Hour Trading
SEC Commissioner Mark T. Uyeda has delivered remarks at the agency's roundtable on 24-hour trading, with the speech published in the SEC's Speeches and Statements section.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentUSAFinancial MarketsFederal GovernmentEconomy Securities and Exchange CommissionMark T. Uyeda24-hour tradingSEC roundtableSpeeches and StatementsWashington, DC
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SEC Office of Municipal Securities Issues Statement on Non-Solicitor Municipal Advisors' Role in Disclosure
The SEC's Office of Municipal Securities has published a new statement addressing the role non-solicitor municipal advisors play in disclosure, posted to the agency's speeches and statements page.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentUSAFederal GovernmentFinancial MarketsLegal Securities and Exchange CommissionOffice of Municipal Securitiesmunicipal advisorsdisclosuremunicipal securitiesregulationWashington, DC
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SEC Examinations Director Keith Cassidy Outlines "Accessible and Integrated" Approach
The Securities and Exchange Commission has posted a new speech by Keith Cassidy, Director of the Division of Examinations, titled "Exams Accessible and Integrated."
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentUSAFederal GovernmentFinancial MarketsLegal Securities and Exchange CommissionKeith CassidyDivision of ExaminationsExams Accessible and IntegratedSEC speeches and statementsWashington DC
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SEC's Peirce Remarks on Proposals to Rescind Rule 14a-8 and Modernize Proxy Solicitation Rules
SEC Commissioner Hester M. Peirce has released remarks titled "A Proposal on Proposals," addressing proposals to rescind Rule 14a-8 and modernize proxy solicitation rules.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementUSAFederal GovernmentFinancial MarketsLegalEconomy Hester M. PeirceSecurities and Exchange CommissionRule 14a-8Proxy Solicitation RulesSpeeches and StatementsWashington, DC
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Washington, DC to Host 2026 LGBTQIA+ Veterans Day Celebration
The District of Columbia invites community partners to a September 18 celebration honoring LGBTQIA+ veterans, reflecting on progress since the repeal of Don't Ask, Don't Tell.
Politics and GovernmentSocial IssuesMilitaryState GovernmentsGeneral Politics LGBTQIA+ Veterans DayWashington, DCDon't Ask, Don't TellTrue Reformer BuildingveteransDistrict of Columbia GovernmentReston
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FTC Publishes Price Transparency FAQs for Auto Dealers
Federal Trade Commission staff issue frequently asked questions on price transparency to help the automobile industry comply with the FTC Act.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentLegalTransportationEconomy Federal Trade Commissionprice transparencyauto dealersautomobile industryFTC Actconsumer protectionWashington DC
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SEC Chairman Atkins to Speak at Solana Policy Institute Summit
SEC Chairman Paul S. Atkins delivers remarks at the Solana Policy Institute Summit in a speech titled "Washington x Wall Street," posted to the agency's Speeches and Statements page.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyUSAFinancial MarketsFederal GovernmentGeneral PoliticsComputers and Internet Securities and Exchange CommissionPaul S. AtkinsSolana Policy Institute SummitWashington x Wall StreetSpeeches and StatementsWashington, DC
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DC Mayor's Office of LGBTQ Affairs Marks 20 Years of Service with October Celebration
The Mayor's Office of LGBTQ Affairs invites Washington, DC residents to celebrate 20 years of service to the LGBTQIA+ community on October 15 at Penn Social.
Politics and GovernmentSocial IssuesUSAState Governments Mayor's Office of LGBTQ AffairsWashington, DCLGBTQIA+ communityPenn Social20th anniversaryDistrict of Columbia Government
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DC to Honor LGBTQIA+ Veterans at September 18 Celebration
The Mayor's Office of LGBTQ Affairs invites the community to the 2026 LGBTQIA+ Veterans Day Celebration on September 18 at the True Reformer Building, honoring service and resilience.
Politics and GovernmentSocial IssuesMilitaryUSAState GovernmentsGeneral Politics LGBTQIA+ Veterans DayMayor's Office of LGBTQ AffairsWashington DCDon't Ask, Don't TellTrue Reformer Buildingveterans2026 LGBTQIA+ Veterans Day CelebrationDistrict of Columbia Government
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Bowser Marks 25th Anniversary of 9/11 at Engine 16, Honors First Responders and DCPS Victims
DC Mayor Muriel Bowser commemorates 25 years since the September 11 attacks, honoring first responders and remembering three DCPS children among the nearly 3,000 lives lost.
Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentSportUSAGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsMusicSocial Issues September 11 anniversaryMuriel BowserWashington DCfirst respondersEngine 16Art All NightDCPS
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Federal Reserve Releases Latest Z.1 Financial Accounts of the United States
The Federal Reserve Board has published the newest edition of its Z.1 Financial Accounts of the United States report, with the latest data now available to the public.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentUSAEconomyBankingFinancial MarketsFederal Government Federal ReserveFinancial Accounts of the United StatesZ.1Federal Reserve BoardWashington DCcentral bankeconomic dataU.S. Federal Reserve
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Federal Reserve Releases July 2026 FOMC Meeting Minutes
The Federal Reserve Board has released the minutes from the Federal Open Market Committee meeting held on July 28-29, 2026, offering insights into the committee's discussions on monetary policy.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyBankingFederal GovernmentFinancial Markets Federal ReserveFOMCMonetary PolicyMeeting MinutesWashington DCJuly 2026August 2026U.S. Federal Reserve
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DC Mayor's Office Unveils Packed August Schedule of Community Events and Resource Initiatives
The DC Mayor's Office and its agencies announce a vibrant August 2026, featuring community events like the DC Unity Soccer Cup, Culture Quest Kids Fest, and Steel Pan Day, alongside vital resource initiatives for veterans, LGBTQ+ residents, and returning citizens.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyHealthGeneral PoliticsSocial IssuesEducationEmployment and LaborArtificial IntelligenceMilitary Washington DCCommunity EngagementYouth ProgramsCultural EventsVeteran ServicesGrantsPublic ServiceDistrict of Columbia Mayors Office
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Mayor Bowser Honors Media Mogul Cathy Hughes with Key to the City
Mayor Muriel Bowser awarded media mogul Cathy Hughes the Key to the City, recognizing her 50-year legacy in broadcasting, creating opportunities, and championing Go-Go music in Washington, DC. This marks Bowser's final Key to the City presentation.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessMediaHealthGeneral PoliticsEmployment and LaborSocial IssuesGeneral Weather Cathy HughesMuriel BowserKey to the CityWashington DCUrban OneRadioGo-Go
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Federal Reserve Releases June 2026 FOMC Meeting Minutes
The Federal Reserve Board has released the official Minutes from its Federal Open Market Committee meeting held on June 16-17, 2026, providing public access to the Committee's recent deliberations.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyBankingFederal GovernmentFinancial Markets Federal ReserveFOMCMonetary PolicyEconomic OutlookMinutesWashington DCJune 2026U.S. Federal Reserve
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Washington, DC Prepares for Semiquincentennial Celebrations Amidst Extreme Heat and Enhanced Security
Washington, DC gears up for America250 and Fourth of July festivities with heightened security, extended fireworks, and free Metro. Mayor Bowser also urges residents to stay safe during dangerously hot weather, utilizing cooling centers and public safety resources.
Politics and GovernmentWeatherLaw EnforcementSportGeneral PoliticsGeneral WeatherTransportationSocial IssuesLegal Washington DCFourth of JulyAmerica250Extreme HeatPublic SafetyFireworksCity Services