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Palm Springs City Council to Address Grand Jury Findings on Grant Oversight Amid Queer Works CEO Fraud Case

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Palm Springs, California, is facing scrutiny over its grant management practices as the City Council prepares to discuss a grand jury report linked to the indictment of Queer Works CEO Jacob Joseph Aaron Rostovsky. The Riverside County civil grand jury released its findings on June 23, highlighting deficiencies in the city’s procedures for processing and monitoring grants and contracts after a thorough investigation. The report revealed that Rostovsky, 35, allegedly misappropriated over $90,000 intended for mental health services supporting the transgender and nonbinary community. He was indicted on Oct. 16, 2024, facing 53 counts of … Read more

Trump Administration Challenges Court Decision on Harvard Grant Funding Cutbacks

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Washington, D.C. — The Trump administration is set to challenge a federal judge’s decision that halted the freeze on grant funding for Harvard University. This move comes amid ongoing contentious discussions surrounding the university’s eligibility for federal financial support. The judge ruled that the suspension of funds was unjustified and violated Harvard’s rights to due process. In response, administration officials argue that they are enforcing regulations that prioritize U.S. interests in educational programs and ensure compliance with federal standards. Federal officials claim the funding freeze is part of a broader initiative to promote accountability among … Read more

Bloomfield’s $100,000 Grant Disappears Into Controversial Nonprofit Amid Federal Investigation

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BLOOMFIELD, Conn. — A promised $100,000 grant for a local summer jobs program has vanished, leaving town officials and community leaders shaken. The funds, earmarked for Bloomfield’s successful Summer Bridge Program, were unexpectedly redirected to a newly established nonprofit now under federal scrutiny. The funds were transferred to the Society of Human Engagement and Business Alignment, known as SHEBA, a nonprofit founded by Sonserae Cicero-Hamlin, a close associate of State Senator Douglas McCrory. McCrory plays a vital role in Hartford’s legislative landscape, particularly in the allocation of grants that impact economically disadvantaged areas in north … Read more

Fresno Takes a Stand: Joins Lawsuit Challenging Trump Administration’s Federal Grant Reductions

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Fresno, California, is taking a significant step by joining a legal challenge against members of the Trump administration over reductions in federal grants. The decision reflects the city’s ongoing concerns regarding the potential impact these funding cuts could have on local programs and services. City officials in Fresno have voiced worry that the reduced federal funding might jeopardize essential services, particularly those aimed at vulnerable communities. The lawsuit is part of a broader effort by various municipalities seeking to combat what they describe as disproportionate cuts affecting key federal support for local initiatives. The coalition … Read more