Stories by David Hutton on Federal Newswire


U.S targets members of al-Qaida support network in Brazil to ‘deny the group’s access to the formal financial system’

The U.S. recently took action against members of a Brazil-based al-Qaida network and their related companies to prevent funding for the organization and curtail its influence in the country and beyond.


State Department raises red flags over Hong Kong’s autonomy

The State Department is raising some red flags about efforts by the Chinese government to prevent Hong Kong citizens from participating in the recent Legislative Council elections.


Buttigieg: DOT grants an investment in America’s marine highways

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration is awarding $12.6 million in grants to nine projects across the country designed to improve transport on America’s waterways.


Buttigieg: Nearly $20 million loan will 'modernize' Napa Valley Vine busses during transition to electric

The Napa Valley Transportation Authority (NVTA) is getting a financial boost for its Vine Bus Maintenance Facility Project in the form of a U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA) loan.


BIA: Up to $200,000 available to preserve 'fundamental' Native American languages

Grants part of larger initiative to ensure rights of Native Americans to use, practice, and develop native languages


State Department wraps up cybersecurity workshop

During sessions, participants develop modernization plans, establish goals


Kamian named to Bureau of Energy Resources post

State Department veteran has been assigned to posts around the globe during 29-year career


State Department ‘aims to address the climate crisis,’ launches CEED initiative

The State Department has recently launched the Climate Entrepreneurship for Economic Development (CEED) Initiative to address climate issues while improving economic growth.


Vilsack: Canada’s potato restrictions 'key' to protecting U.S. crops

In an effort to guard against the transmission of potato wart disease from Prince Edward Island into the United States, Canada has suspended the transport of potatoes from the province.


Vilsack: Grants allow poultry processors to pursue new markets, 'meet consumer and producer demand'

In an effort to help the meat and poultry industry rebound from the COVID-19 pandemic, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is giving a $32 million infusion of cash to enhance the food supply chain.


Torres Small announces $222 million infrastructure investment to aid pandemic recovery, 'rebuild economy'

The United States Department of Agriculture is investing $222 million to boost key community infrastructure in 44 states, Guam, Puerto Rico and the Northern Mariana Islands.


USGS conducts dye tests on Kansas River

The Kansas River is getting a checkup of sorts as the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) puts red dye into the water this week at Wamego to check the flow and protect water supplies.


'He will never be replaced': Condolences pour in after death of Chief Old Person

Condolences are being offered to the Blackfeet nation, which is mourning the death of Chief Earl Old Person, remembered for his lifetime of service to the tribe.


Investigators search for answers in California oil spill, Newsom issues emergency declaration

Investigators continue to look for answers in an oil spill earlier this month that dumped more than 126,000 barrels of oil in the water off the California coast


Haaland: Bureau of Land Management headed back to DC

The bureau’s Colorado location will become its Western headquarters


Volunteerism focus of National Public Lands Day

Saturday, Sept. 25 is National Public Lands Day


Haaland: Future with clean energy “within our grasp”

DOI Secretary Deb Haaland meets virtually with two dozen business leaders to discuss renewable energy


DOI, Intertribal Timber Council collaborating on wildfire mitigation

The DOI and the ITC will focus on common conservation efforts.


OSMRE seeks applicants for up to '$200,000' in Applied Science Program funding

Funding from Department of Interior targets projects for water conservation, reclamation


NPS announces millions to support 'historic preservation' in 10 states

Historic buildings in rural communities may get an infusion of cash after the National Park Service (NPS) announced the recipients of $7.27 million in Paul Bruhn Historic Revitalization Grants.