By Federal Newswire | Oct 21, 2024
A Georgia attorney, Vi Bui, has admitted guilt in a case involving the obstruction of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) through participation in a fraudulent tax scheme. Bui, formerly a partner at Sinnott & Co., was involved from 2012 to 2020 in promoting illegal syndicated conservation easement tax shelters organized by Jack Fisher and others. Fisher and Sinnott were previously convicted and sentenced to lengthy prison terms.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 21, 2024
On October 21, 2024, Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will present the second annual Secretary’s Award for Global Anti-Racism Champions at the U.S. Department of State. This award recognizes six civil society leaders for their significant contributions to advancing racial equity, justice, and human rights. Following the ceremony, the awardees will participate in an International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) in Washington, D.C., and New York City, NY. During this program, they will engage with their U.S. counterparts to exchange knowledge on promoting human rights and...
By Federal Newswire | Oct 21, 2024
A federal court has mandated The Saucy Crab and its owner, Jixi Qiu, to compensate 28 former employees with $105,000 in back wages and liquidated damages. This decision follows the cessation of operations by the Grand Rapids restaurant in October 2022.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 21, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced that the American Lung Association will receive a grant of $2,418,202 under the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) National Grants Program. This funding aims to promote the upgrade or retirement of older diesel engines, replacing them with cleaner and zero-emission solutions. The initiative is expected to lead to significant reductions in emissions, benefiting air quality and public health.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 21, 2024
Meta is exploring new methods to enhance security on its platforms by testing facial recognition technology. This initiative aims to combat scams and assist users in regaining access to compromised accounts.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 21, 2024
The Price Cap Coalition, comprising G7 countries along with the European Union, Australia, and New Zealand, has issued an updated advisory for the global maritime industry. This advisory is aimed at both government and private sector actors involved in maritime activities. The update focuses on best practices to promote responsible operations, disrupt sanctioned trade, and enhance compliance with existing price caps.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 21, 2024
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has endorsed Representative Zach Nunn for re-election to the U.S. House of Representatives, representing Iowa's 3rd Congressional District.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 21, 2024
The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has reached a resolution agreement with the St. Johns County School District in Florida to address concerns regarding restraint policies and practices affecting students with disabilities. This agreement aims to ensure that these practices do not infringe upon the students' right to a free appropriate public education (FAPE).
By Federal Newswire | Oct 21, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a $2.4 million grant to the Deep South Center for Environmental Justice (DSCEJ) for the Louisiana Gulf Coast Grantmaking Project (LGCGP). This initiative aims to enhance the capacity of environmental justice communities in coastal Louisiana parishes, addressing systemic inequities and climate change impacts.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 21, 2024
A federal court has mandated the operators of four Milwaukee-area chicken franchise restaurants to pay $442,140 to 29 employees. This order follows an investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor. The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin directed Chicken Palace LLC and Valdemar Escobar, owner of two Milwaukee locations and two in Kenosha and Waukesha, to compensate affected workers with $221,070 in back wages and an equal amount in liquidated damages. Additionally, a civil money penalty of $10,000 was imposed for willful Fair Labor Standards Act violations.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 21, 2024
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Field Operations Academy (FOA), part of the Office of Training and Development, has been accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) through its Public Safety Training Academy Accreditation Program as of July 2024. This accreditation highlights CBP's commitment to superior public safety training and professional excellence.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 21, 2024
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken engaged in a conversation with United Arab Emirates Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan to address ongoing regional tensions. The dialogue focused on the necessity of ending the war in Gaza, ensuring the release of hostages, and reducing the hardships faced by the Palestinian people.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 21, 2024
On October 20, 2024, officers from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), stationed at the Camino Real International Bridge in Eagle Pass, Texas, apprehended a man wanted for a felony warrant related to child sex offenses. The individual was identified as Gerardo Gutierrez Ramos, a 57-year-old Mexican citizen.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 21, 2024
The Department of Defense has announced a new security assistance package for Ukraine. This marks the Biden Administration's sixty-eighth provision of equipment from DoD inventories to Ukraine since August 2021. The package, under the Presidential Drawdown Authority, is valued at approximately $400 million.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 21, 2024
The governments of the United States, Australia, India, and Japan have announced the continuation of their joint initiative, the Quad Cyber Challenge. This effort aims to enhance responsible cyber ecosystems and raise cybersecurity awareness. The focus for this year is on promoting cybersecurity education and building a strong workforce.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 21, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded a $2 million Brownfields Cleanup Grant to the Rome Floyd County Development Authority (RFCDA). The grant, funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, will support cleanup activities at the Battey Business Complex in Rome, Georgia. The official award was made on October 5, 2024.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 21, 2024
A prehearing scheduling conference is set to take place before Judge D. Michael Chappell concerning the matter of Caremark Rx, Zinc Health Services, and others under Docket 9437. This conference will address issues related to insulin.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 21, 2024
The Justice Department has released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to implement President Biden's Executive Order 14117, aimed at preventing access to sensitive personal data and U.S. government-related data by countries of concern. This move addresses national security threats posed by efforts from certain nations to exploit Americans' sensitive information.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 21, 2024
The United States has expressed its condemnation of the recent killings of lawyer Elvino Dias and Podemos parliamentary candidate Paulo Guambe in Mozambique. In a statement, Department Spokesperson Matthew Miller extended condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims. He emphasized the need for a swift and thorough investigation, aligning with calls from all four of Mozambique's national political parties.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 21, 2024
Federal safety investigators have concluded that Artco-Bell Corp., a furniture manufacturer in Temple, Texas, could have prevented an employee's severe hand and arm injuries by installing necessary machine guards. The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) conducted the investigation following an incident in April 2024. During the incident, a worker was injured when a garden hose used for cleaning machine rollers became entangled, pulling the worker’s arm into the machinery.
