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Sept. 4, 2026

Coast Guard repatriates 75 migrants to Dominican Republic following vessel interdiction in Mona Passage waters off Puerto Rico

The crew of Coast Guard Cutter Joseph Doyle repatriated 75 migrants to Dominican Republic, Friday, following the interdiction of a makeshift vessel in Mona Passage waters off Puerto Rico, Wednesday.    This interdiction is part of the efforts of the Homeland Security Task Force – San Juan Region to combat human smuggling and deter unlawful maritime migration.

Sept. 4, 2026

U.S. Coast Guard participates in Combined Joint Logistics Over-the-Shore training exercise with the Republic of Korea

U.S. Coast Guard Port Security Unit (PSU) 309 crewmembers recently returned to Port Clinton, Ohio, after demonstrating waterside security capabilities during U.S. Transportation Command’s Combined Joint Logistics Over-the-Shore (CJLOTS) exercise held July 10–20 in Pohang. The Pacific is home to five of the seven U.S. security alliances: Australia, Japan, the Philippines, Thailand, and the Republic of Korea (ROK). This was the first time in nine years that the Republic of Korea (ROK) and the United States conducted this complex, combined training event.

Sept. 4, 2026

Coast Guard releases report on Ports and Waterways Safety Act Board of Inquiry following Key Bridge Incident

The U.S. Coast Guard has released the Ports and Waterways Safety Act Board of Inquiry (BOI) report following the March 26, 2024, allision of the Motor Vessel Dali with the Francis Scott Key Bridge, which resulted in six deaths, the bridge’s catastrophic failure, and the prolonged closure of the Port of Baltimore.  The BOI evaluated risks to critical port infrastructure posed by larger commercial vessels and increased traffic, conducted vulnerability assessments for 11 ports, reviewed the effectiveness of Coast Guard waterways risk assessment tools, and provided recommendations to the Coast Guard Commandant. 

Sept. 4, 2026

Coast Guard Forces Rio Grande holds change-of-command ceremony in Weslaco, Texas

WESLACO, Texas — Coast Guard Forces Rio Grande personnel conducted a formal change-of-command ceremony Thursday in Weslaco, Texas.

Sept. 3, 2026

MEDIA AVAILABILITY: Coast Guard sets temporary waterway restrictions for Cincinnati River Fest

CINCINNATI — The Coast Guard is scheduled to establish temporary waterway restrictions on the Ohio River in Cincinnati during the River Fest, Sunday.

Sept. 3, 2026

Coast Guard boosts Labor Day weekend presence during Operation Safe Voyage to protect boaters from illegal charters

As part of Operation Safe Voyage, the Coast Guard is increasing its on‑water presence across the East District to promote safe recreational boating and ensure passenger‑for‑hire operations comply with federal law throughout the Labor Day weekend. 

Sept. 3, 2026

Correction: Coast Guard awards $51 million contract for Chase Hall Annex A renovation

Editors Note: This contract is funded by Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations. WASHINGTON — The Coast Guard awarded a $51 million contract on Aug. 25, 2026 to renovate Chase Hall Annex A at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy in New London, Connecticut. The contract awarded to The Whiting-Turner Contracting Co. of New Haven, Connecticut, will repair the oldest and most historic portions of Chase Hall to improve quality of life for cadets and support the Academy’s long-term mission.

Sept. 2, 2026

Media Availability: Coast Guard, agency partners to discuss boating safety, illegal charters in Chicago

WHO: Coast Guard Station Chicago, Coast Guard Marine Safety Unit Chicago, Illinois Department of Natural Resources, Chicago Harbor Safety Committee, Chicago Police Department Marine Unit, and Chicago Fire Department - Marine & Dive Operations WHAT: Representatives from each agency will discuss steps boaters can take to stay safe on the water and address the dangers and risks associated with illegal charter operations. WHEN: Friday, Sept. 4, 10:30 a.m. WHERE: Navy Pier, 840 E Grand Ave., Chicago, IL 60611

Sept. 1, 2026

Coast Guard rescues, interdicts 37 aliens 88 miles southwest of Channel Islands Harbor

LOS ANGELES — U.S. Coast Guard crews rescued and subsequently interdicted 37 suspected aliens approximately 88 miles offshore Channel Islands Harbor, Friday.

Aug. 31, 2026

Coast Guard warns public of risks, consequences associated with illegal charter operations

MIAMI — Coast Guard Southeast District is leading a campaign, throughout Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands, to inform the public of the risks and consequences associated with illegal passenger-for-hire charter operations ahead of Labor Day weekend.