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CBP opens forward operating lab in Cincinnati for faster threat identification

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Laboratories and Scientific Services (LSS) have inaugurated a Forward Operating Laboratory (FOL) in Cincinnati on November 12.


Athens man sentenced for exploiting child; receives maximum federal penalty

An Athens man has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for the sexual exploitation of a child, following an investigation under Project Safe Childhood.


Georgia poll worker indicted for alleged bomb threat and false statements

A former poll worker from Georgia, Nicholas Wimbish, has been indicted for allegedly mailing a threatening letter to a polling place and providing false information to the FBI.


Dallas anesthesiologist receives 190-year sentence for IV bag tampering

A Dallas anesthesiologist has been sentenced to 190 years in prison for tampering with IV bags, leading to one death and several cardiac emergencies.


Syracuse man sentenced to over ten years for drug offenses

Jamal Harris, a 45-year-old resident of Syracuse, New York, has been sentenced to a total of 133 months in federal prison.


Danielle Deadwyler and Keira Knightley headline Queue Issue 19

Queue Issue 19 features Danielle Deadwyler and Keira Knightley as its cover stars.


U.S. forms taskforce to address AI risks in national security

The U.S. Artificial Intelligence Safety Institute, part of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) under the U.S. Department of Commerce, has announced the creation of a new taskforce aimed at addressing national security...


Biden administration allocates $2.2 billion for regional clean hydrogen hubs

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced up to $2.2 billion in awards for two Regional Clean Hydrogen Hubs as part of President Biden's Investing in America agenda.


APA releases guidance for managing teen online video habits

The American Psychological Association (APA) has released its first set of recommendations aimed at guiding teens in managing their online video viewing habits.


FTC finds many funeral homes fail to provide required pricing info

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) staff has released a report highlighting the findings from its inaugural undercover Funeral Rule phone sweep.


US announces $275M military aid package for Ukraine

The United States has announced a new military assistance package for Ukraine, valued at $275 million.


Tennessee man charged with traveling to New York for intent of child abuse

Donald Jenkins, a 37-year-old resident of Clarksville, Tennessee, was arrested on charges of traveling to New York with the intent to engage in illegal sexual conduct with a minor.


Labor Department honors Filipino labor leaders in Hall of Honor induction

Acting Labor Secretary Julie Su and the U.S. Department of Labor have honored three significant figures in the farmworkers' movement by inducting them into the department's Hall of Honor.


Blinken to speak at OSAC annual briefing marking new partnership

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken is set to address the 2024 Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC) Annual Briefing on November 21, 2024, at 9:05 a.m. ET in Arlington, Virginia.


Pennsylvania men face federal charges for alleged conspiracy involving child pornography

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania has announced the indictment of two men from Pennsylvania on charges related to child exploitation.


Couple pleads guilty in Aryan-linked drug trafficking case

Two leaders of a drug trafficking organization linked to the Aryan Family prison gang have pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including drug trafficking, money laundering, and firearms offenses.


New Jersey man admits guilt in diesel truck emissions scheme

A New Jersey resident, Jonathan Achtemeier, has entered a guilty plea in Tacoma for his involvement in a conspiracy to violate the Clean Air Act.


Austin discusses strategic partnerships at ASEAN defense ministers' meeting

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III is in Laos for the ASEAN Defense Ministers' Meeting Plus (ADMM-Plus).


Lansing man faces federal indictment for drug trafficking and firearm possession

U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Michigan, Mark Totten, announced that Kevin Dunson from Lansing has been indicted by a federal grand jury.


Justice Department commemorates 15 years of Shepard-Byrd Hate Crimes Prevention Act

The Justice Department's Civil Rights Division, in partnership with the University of the District of Columbia Law School, held an event marking the 15th anniversary of the Shepard-Byrd Hate Crimes Prevention Act.