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AT&T, DC AG settle overcharging lawsuit for $1.5 million

The Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia alleged that AT&T overcharged District taxpayers millions of dollars by failing to comply with its long-term contract for cell phone and Internet services.

GAO finds transparency, accountability issues in FCC’s Hurricane Maria response

The Government Accountability Office found that unclear federal guidance on FCC's role in disaster response might have caused confusion and delays.

CWA members build skills to advocate for broadband buildout and good jobs

Participants discussed how public education, lobbying, and media attention can help ensure that high-speed internet connections are built where they are most needed, that corporations are held accountable for providing high quality service, and that the funds support good, union jobs in our communities.

Getting High Speed to the Heartland

The long journey toward getting high speed internet to America's heartland continues.

California Removes Hurdle to High Speed Internet Access

California, arguably the technology capital of the world, has taken another step forward by eliminating fees for the installation of high speed fiber optic lines along state rights of way.

Bandwidth Limiting Entertainment and Advertising Potential

The internet has seen exponential growth in advertising in the last several years, while targeting and tailoring those advertisements to the individual user.

Working to Bridge the Digital Divide

High-speed internet access is particularly important for low-income families who benefit from the increased communications opportunities.

Verizon's Virginia Sneak Attack

Verizon is launching a sneak attack on consumers' rights by pushing for Senate Bill 1143 in Virginia.

Local Unions Mobilize to Block Abandonment of Customers

Local unions in Maine, Vermont and New Hampshire are attempting to block Verizon's abandonment of "low-value" land line customers in New England.

Tennessee: Wired not Fired

Tennessee wants high speed internet, according to a panel of experts and legislators who found that the state was lagging behind in internet access and that increased high speed broadband was necessary for the economy, government and education.

Texas Continues to Roll (Out)

People living in Northeast Texas can expect greater access to high speed internet thanks to a new AT&T plan to offer high speed internet in Texas that was propelled by state policy initiatives.

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