Federal telecommunications assists millions of American households each year through the Lifeline internet and phone discount program, which offers much-needed connectivity support to families with ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. James Martin/CNET Finding low-cost internet is becoming increasingly more difficult with rising prices and decreased support for ...

California obtained millions in federal funds to cover phone and internet service for 94,000 dead people, a new report from ...

A reliable communication system is one of the basic needs of modern life. From job applications to accessing medical services or simply communicating with family members, having a cell phone with an ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. An artistic image of a blue Wi-Fi symbol flickering in front of a purple-hued cityscape. Under the ACP, more than 23 million ...

If you're struggling with the cost of internet, you might be able to find assistance to lower your monthly internet bill. Some internet service providers (ISPs) offer low-cost internet to qualifying ...

“Opt-out states” are those that use their own processes to verify eligibility instead of the National Lifeline Accountability Database. The FCC already revoked California’s opt-out status in November ...

The Illinois Commerce Commission is encouraging residents to take advantage of the FCC's Lifeline program, which offers monthly discounts on voice or broadband services for eligible low-income ...