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Broadband
After federal investment, supply chain jams and labor shortages still hinder tribal broadband access
Apr 6, 2023
In Oklahoma's Osage Nation, the construction of a 200-mile fiber network is underway, but hurdles abound.
FCC readies broadband map to help allocate funds for higher speeds
Nov 17, 2022
Identifying where high-speed internet is available has been tricky. But the map may give officials a better idea of who's left out.
On tribal lands, broadband access remains a struggle
Aug 10, 2022
More funding for internet access has been made available during the COVID-19 pandemic, but coordination and permitting are still hurdles.
Millions of eligible Americans are missing out on broadband internet subsidies
Jan 24, 2022
People without reliable internet access can be hard to reach.
FCC proposes rule change to help tribal libraries with broadband
Oct 25, 2021
A change to the E-Rate program could help tribal libraries get online.
WhatsApp outage highlights the scale of its worldwide use
Oct 5, 2021
The Facebook property has become a business lifeline in countries where other communication alternatives are expensive or inaccessible.
Broadband, computer subsidies on the way for those who qualify
May 11, 2021
Applications open May 12 for low-income consumers who need help paying for faster, more reliable internet.
For public good, not for profit.
Next on Democrats' agenda, a "holistic" infrastructure bill
Mar 15, 2021
Green energy, internet connectivity and new school buildings are likely to be on the agenda for the White House and Democrats.
For many in rural parts of the U.S., internet access is still elusive
by
Andy Uhler
Oct 6, 2020
Rural counties in Mississippi received a $4.6 million grant to connect schools, businesses and public services to the internet.
Should we treat internet service like a public utility?
Jul 9, 2020
The idea is that internet is not a luxury, but a fundamental part of participating in the economy.