Stories by Andy Nghiem on Federal Newswire


Efforts to preserve 'sacred' Chaco Canyon in New Mexico to continue

The U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced in a Jan. 6 release that efforts to protect the "culturally significant" Chaco Canyon will continue.


BLM releases gather, fertility control operations plan to protect wild horses

The U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) recently released its annual plan for gathering and fertility control operations for wild horses and burros.


U.S. lawmakers call on DOE 'to help families avoid financial hardship' amid increased energy costs

Sen. Susan Collins is leading a group of lawmakers in urging the U.S. Department of Energy to release additional funding from the Weatherization Assistance Program to help low-income families afford energy costs this winter.


Helena-West Helena man that 'put two hardworking Arkansans in fear for their lives' sentenced to 226 months in prison

An Arkansas man has recently been sentenced to 18 years and 10 months in prison for federal firearm offenses after robbing a Helena-West Helena Dollar General at gunpoint.


Ho's nomination to U.S. District Court in New York comes under fire

President Joe Biden's nominee for the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York has drawn criticism for comments he has made about the U.S. Senate and the Electoral College.


'Repeat violent offenders will be held accountable for their actions': Indianapolis man sentenced to life plus 20 years for series of 2019 robberies

An Indianapolis man with a history of violent crime has been sentenced to life plus 20 years in prison for a series of armed robberies he committed in 2019.


DOL distributes $5 million in grant funding to reduce, prevent forced labor, child labor in Malaysia

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has recently awarded $5 million in grant funds to help combat forced labor and child labor in the Malaysian palm oil and garment industries.


Bureau of Reclamation announces winner of Canal Safety Challenge

The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation (BOR) announced Dec. 16 that Isotrope, LLC won its Canal Safety Challenge.


Biden Administration criticized over water protection rule

Farm groups say the Biden Administration's replacement of the Trump Administration's interpretation of the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule gives the government more control over private property.


The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation launches $500,000 competition to 'make better water management decisions'

The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation recently announced that it has launched a new prize competition to develop improved snowpack water forecasts.


USDA research shows that 'even a small amount of black beans can have multiple health benefits'

According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), research shows that black beans may help fix insulin resistance and boost gut bacteria balance.


U.S. Department of Labor awards $3 million in funding to the Democratic Republic of the Congo to strengthen labor standards

The U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) recently announced that it will provide funding to support progress on labor standards in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, according to a press release.


Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act will help indigenous communities 'gain long-overdue access'

During National Native American Heritage Month, the U.S. Department of Commerce (USDOC) reiterated its commitment to closing the 'digital divide' for tribal communities.


'We have to work together to tackle the chip crisis head-on': U.S. leaders hold roundtable to discuss semiconductor shortage

U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo, along with industry partners, recently attended a roundtable discussion in Taylor, Michigan on the current semiconductor chip shortage which is impacting a broad number of industries.


Department of Commerce places export restrictions on Cambodia in response to ‘corruption and human rights abuses’

The U.S. Department of Commerce recently announced export restrictions on Cambodia in response to allegations of corruption by government and military officials, human rights abuses, and regional security concerns.


Commerce secretary holds introductory call with Taiwan Minister of Economic Affairs to 'deepen our overall economic relationship'

U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo recently held an introductory call with the Taiwan Minister of Economic Affairs Mei-hua Wang, addressing the economic relationship of the two countries and the future of their partnership.


'The premier foreign direct investment event in the United States': Registration now open for 2022 SelectUSA’s Annual Investment Summit

Registration for SelectUSA’s Annual Investment Summit, the largest event dedicated to promoting foreign direct investment in the United States, was recently opened by the U.S. Department of Commerce.


'Microelectronics are enabling technologies for industries of the future': USDOC seeking nominations for new Industrial Advisory Committee

The U.S. Department of Commerce (USDOC) recently established a committee to advise the United States government on microelectronics research, development, manufacturing and policymaking.


Department of Commerce offers support to small business owners to bolster economy

Entrepreneurship month just came to a close and The U.S. Department of Commerce (USDOC) is reminding business owners of the resources available to them to ensure their success.


MSU graduate student awarded DOE fellowship, plans to become a professor

Montana State University (MSU) graduate student Alex Ballow recently received the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Computational Science Graduate Fellowship.