Stories by Zachary Richter on Federal Newswire


Public OSHA meeting to be held Nov. 16

The National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health is set to meet via teleconference on Nov. 16 from 1-5 pm EST.


Dutch woman extradited to U.S. for alleged role in financing Somali terrorists

A Dutch national who spent seven years fighting extradition proceedings in the Netherlands finally appeared before the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia to face charges of conspiring to provide material support to a terrorist organization.


Lavaca, Arkansas man indicted for alleged $100 million Medicare fraud scheme

A federal grand jury has indicted a Western Arkansas man over allegations of health care fraud involving $100 million in Medicare billing.


Ohio man pleads guilty to providing material support to ISIS-affiliate organization

An Ohio man recently pleaded guilty to providing material support to an ISIS-affiliate organization and also attempting to fly overseas to train under them.


Biden calls on U.S. to sharply cut methane pollution

At the COP26 summit held last week, President Joe Biden talked about cutting off methane levels by 30%, stating it is responsible for putting the climate and public health in danger.


Woman arrested in 'suitcase killer' case in Chicago

Heather Mack, an Illinois woman, who allegedly murdered her mother in 2014, was arrested Nov. 3 at O'Hare International Airport in Chicago.


Raimondo believes improvements are 'on their way' to solve congested port problems

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many U.S. ports are severely congested, which slows down the entire economy. On Nov. 1, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo highlighted improvements regarding this issue.


Veterans, spouses can tour Shiloh National Military Park by bus for Veterans Day

In observance of Veterans Day 2021, the Shiloh National Military Park is offering bus services to veterans and spouses.


Gov. Polis urges NPS, DOI to send 'majestic' bison to Colorado

The lethal removal of a dozen bison in Grand Canyon National Park is being opposed by the elected leaders of Colorado. Many have urged to relocate the bison instead of killing them.