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HEADQUARTERS

Welcome to Coast Guard Headquarters Office of Public Affairs in Washington, D.C.

LATEST HEADQUARTERS NEWS

Feb. 11, 2026

U.S. Coast Guard completes the President’s contract awards for 11 Arctic Security Cutters

Feb. 5, 2026

U.S. Coast Guard marks 200,000 pounds of cocaine seized in Operation Pacific Viper

Feb. 4, 2026

Coast Guard takes delivery of 18th mission-ready HC-130J surveillance aircraft

Jan. 28, 2026

New Coast Guard portal improves online credentialing services for mariners

Jan. 23, 2026

U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Polar Star marks 50 years of service, begins Operation Deep Freeze 2026

Jan. 21, 2026

Coast Guard, NASBLA renew commitment to recreational boating safety

Jan. 16, 2026

U.S. Coast Guard launches RAPTOR, hosts demonstration of innovative technology to enhance maritime domain dominance

Jan. 15, 2026

Kevin E. Lunday is sworn in as the 28th Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard

Jan. 15, 2026

Coast Guard Releases Force Design 2028 Initial Update, Highlights Return on Investment

Jan. 14, 2026

Coast Guard awards record $200 million contract to rebuild Station South Padre Island, Texas

Jan. 14, 2026

MEDIA ADVISORY: Adm. Kevin E. Lunday to assume command of the U.S. Coast Guard

Jan. 9, 2026

U.S. Coast Guard highlights historic operational successes in 2025

Jan. 5, 2026

U.S. Maritime Administration, U.S. Coast Guard complete NEPA transition for deepwater port licenses

Jan. 2, 2026

Coast Guard suspends search for individuals in the Pacific Ocean

Dec. 29, 2025

Coast Guard awards contracts to build Arctic Security Cutters

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USCG HEADQUARTERS NEWS ARCHIVE

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OTHER COAST GUARD NEWS

The Reservist - Official Publication of the Coast Guard Reserve

Coast Guard Retirees' Newsletter

Coast Guard Auxiliary News

Proceedings - The Coast Guard Journal of Safety & Security at Sea