FAA mandates radar separation for helicopters and planes after deadly DC midair collision

Air traffic controllers will now use radar to ensure that helicopters maintain a safe distance from arriving and departing airplanes in the wake of last year’s fatal midair collision near Washington, D.C. The Federal Aviation Administration said Wednes… Air traffic controllers will use radar, not just visual checks, to ensure that helicopters maintain a safe … Read more

Trump having big White House event around EPA’s biofuels mandates decision

President Trump has invited farmers and biofuels producers to the White House for a big event next week as the industry awaits the government’s announcement on mandates for the fuel additives. The “celebration of agriculture” event is scheduled for March 27 on the White House South Lawn, sources familiar with the planning told CBS News.  … Read more

Trump’s Medicaid work mandates are meant to save money. But first states will have to spend millions

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — To receive Medicaid health coverage, some adults will soon have to show they are working, volunteering or taking classes. But to gather that proof, many states first will have to spend millions of dollars improving their computer systems. Across the nation, states face an immense task and high costs to prepare … Read more