Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists: China is 'uncooperative' with U.S. authorities in cracking down on money laundering
By Caleb Lombardo | Mar 24, 2023
The Southern California Chapter of the Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS) recently released a report which details how China engages in trade-based money laundering (TBML) to legitimize the profits of criminal activities by utilizing intermediaries in the U.S. and Mexico. Experts estimate that between $294 billion and $736 billion USD is laundered through the Chinese economy each year.
BioReference Laboratories, parent company agree to pay $9.85 million to resolve 'False Claims Act violations'
By Caleb Lombardo | Aug 1, 2022
In a lawsuit settled July 14, BioReference Laboratories and their parent company have agreed to pay $9.85 million in damages to victims of their alleged violations regarding false claims and failing to make the best medical decisions for their patients.
Blinken: DOS committed to 'pursue accountability' for the 'tragic killing' of Shireen Abu Akleh
By Caleb Lombardo | Jul 31, 2022
Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with the family of the late Palestinian-American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh July 26.
Invasive zebra mussels found in South Dakota reservoir
By Caleb Lombardo | Jul 31, 2022
The Bureau of Reclamation (BOR) recently announced the presence of zebra mussels, an invasive species, in the Pactola Reservoir in southwestern South Dakota.
Tiffany: 'The Countering Communist China Act is an important step'
By Caleb Lombardo | Jul 29, 2022
In a statement issued recently by US Rep. Tom Tiffany from Wisconsin, he stated that the Countering Communist China Act treats China for the threat that it is to US interests, instead of shying away from this truth as past legislation has done. Rep. Tiffany is a cosponsor of the act.
Telfair County man sentenced to three years' probation for purchasing life insurance policy on woman 'without her permission'
By Caleb Lombardo | Jul 29, 2022
A man from Telfair County, Georgia, admitted to purchasing life insurance on a woman without her knowledge.
'Our goal is to protect both bears and park visitors': Big Bend National Park superintendent on trail closure
By Caleb Lombardo | Jul 24, 2022
In response to concerns about the rising bear activity in Big Bend National Park in Texas, U.S. National Park Service (NPS) biologists are keeping the Window Trail in the Chisos Mountains closed for the protection of hikers, residents and pets.
McCollister: 'University of Missouri project could result in a low-cost, small-scale water treatment option'
By Caleb Lombardo | Jul 24, 2022
University of Missouri students will design, build and test a point-of-use drinking water treatment system to target contamination caused by per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances and will receive a $25,000 grant from the Environmental Protection Agency.
DOJ's Clarke on Texas deputy's assault of detainee: We will 'hold accountable law enforcement officers, at every level'
By Caleb Lombardo | Jul 20, 2022
A former Texas chief deputy recently pleaded guilty to a federal civil rights offense felony charge due to his assault of a detainee.
USDA to invest in 'vital' SNAP online shopping expansion
By Caleb Lombardo | Jul 17, 2022
In response to increasing inflation the Department of Agriculture plans to invest in a program that would expand SNAP to online shopping.
USDA 'excited' to announce Washington state food purchase assistance agreement
By Caleb Lombardo | Jul 16, 2022
The Department of Agriculture announced July 6 an agreement with Washington state that will increase commerce for farmers.
Park rangers, volunteer rescue dog at 'unforgiving' Pictured Rock National Lakeshore
By Caleb Lombardo | Jul 16, 2022
Park rangers at Pictured Rock National Lakeshore recently announced intentions to partner with mountaineering guides from the Superior High Angle Rescue Professionals team to perform increasingly difficult rescues.
Tony Cushingberry pleads guilty to second-degree murder of US postal worker
By Caleb Lombardo | Jul 15, 2022
Tony Cushingberry, 23, of Indianapolis, recently plead guilty to the second-degree murder of a United States postal worker.
DOE announces $40 million to help Americans with energy bills
By Caleb Lombardo | Jul 15, 2022
The Department of Energy announced $40 million in grants and subsidies July 8 to help with rising costs for American families.
Buttigieg on airline Bill of Rights: 'You deserve safe, accessible, affordable and reliable airline service'
By Caleb Lombardo | Jul 13, 2022
Pete Buttigieg, Department of Transportation secretary, said the department recently published the first-ever Airline Passengers with Disabilities Bill of Rights.
Buttigieg: 'We are taking an important step forward in tackling transportation’s share of the climate challenge'
By Caleb Lombardo | Jul 12, 2022
U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration announced a notice of proposed rulemaking for states and municipalities to track greenhouse gas emissions.
EPA's Regan: 'Environmental education is one of the most important tools in our work'
By Caleb Lombardo | Jul 10, 2022
Two Washington state teachers were among 11 educators nationwide to receive a 2022 Presidential Innovation Award for Environmental Educators.
USDA's Torres Smith on $13 million rural funding: All people 'should have peace of mind using basic community infrastructure'
By Caleb Lombardo | Jul 9, 2022
In a recent U.S. Department of Agriculture news release, it was announced that $13 million in funding will be made available to invest in access to water infrastructure and to help create more job opportunities for those living in colonias, rural and Tribal communities.
DHS, Qatar's Ministry of Interior to cooperate in securing this year's FIFA World Cup
By Caleb Lombardo | Jul 9, 2022
This week, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Ministry of the Interior of the State of Qatar issued a joint statement about their intention to safeguard all attendees and athletes at the FIFA World Cup, which will take place in Qatar later this year.
Granholm: New clean energy inverters 'vital for maintaining stability and resiliency'
By Caleb Lombardo | Jul 9, 2022
The Department of Energy is bringing attention to new developments coming to important equipment surrounding the U.S. power grid.
