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Fugitive Operations Team officers with Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) Boston arrested a Brazilian national wanted in his homeland for aggravated homicide on Feb. 21 in Everett.
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HSI San Diego assists human trafficking task force, resulting in dozens of arrests
Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) San Diego special agents participated in Operation Better Pathways, a local operation that resulted in multiple arrests related to human trafficking. The San Diego Human Trafficking Task Force led the operation.
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HSI Baltimore investigation lands Maryland man 8-year federal prison sentence for human trafficking, drug charges
An investigation conducted by Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) Baltimore resulted in a Maryland man’s 8-year federal prison sentence for human trafficking and drug charges. Adolph Scott, 37, of Baltimore, received the lengthy prison sentence Feb. 15 for transporting an individual to engage in prostitution and for possession with intent to distribute controlled substances.
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West Texas man arrested, charged with bribing HSI special agent
A Texas man was arrested Feb. 16 in El Paso on criminal charges related to his alleged bribery of a Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) special agent.
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HSI, CBP, Department of State, US Attorney’s Office, Smithsonian Institution conduct repatriation of stolen cultural property to Yemeni Embassy
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), alongside representatives from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of New York, Smithsonian Institution, the U.S. Department of State, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection conducted a repatriation ceremony hosted by the Yemeni Ambassador returning 77 pieces of stolen cultural property seized by U.S. law enforcement officials to the Republic of Yemen Government.
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ERO Houston removes twice-deported gang member wanted in El Salvador for aggravated homicide, illegal association
Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) Houston, with assistance from ERO El Salvador and the Security Alliance for Fugitive Enforcement (SAFE) Task Force, removed Noe David Alvarez Escamilla, a twice-previously deported gang member from the United States on Feb. 17. Alvarez is wanted in El Salvador for aggravated homicide and illegal association.
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HSI Newark investigation leads to Hudson County man’s guilty plea in participation in conspiracy to distribute fentanyl
A Hudson County, New Jersey, man today admitted that he conspired to possess fentanyl with the intent to distribute, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) Special Agent in Charge Ricky J. Patel announced.
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ERO Washington apprehends Salvadoran national wanted for robbery
Deportation officers from Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) Washington, D.C. arrested a 28-year-old Salvadoran national wanted in his homeland for robbery on Jan. 25.
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USCIS Issues Clarifying Guidance for Individuals Authorized to Work Under Special Student Relief Provisions
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services is issuing policy guidance in the USCIS Policy Manual to clarify the validity period of employment authorization for F-1 nonimmigrant students experiencing severe economic hardship due to emergent circumstances (also known as special student relief (SSR)) who are work authorized under the SSR provisions of 8 CFR.
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Building Stronger is Worth the Effort
News Release: Adjuntas, Puerto Rico - Domingo Reyes Piazza is an example of someone who learned from experience the benefits of building back resilient. After Hurricane Maria damaged his sheet metal rooftop, he decided to make a few improvements. Years later, when Hurricane Fiona battered parts of Puerto Rico’s south and central mountain region, his repairs stood up to the test.
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Clay County Residents Invited to Attend Flood Map Information Open House
News Release: CHICAGO - There will be a Flood Map Information Open House for communities in Clay County, Illinois, on March 8, 2023, from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. CT. The open house will give residents a chance to review preliminary versions of the recently completed Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report and its accompanying preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs).
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Prevent Stroke
News Release: Stroke is a leading cause of death in the United States and is a major cause of long-term disability for adults. A stroke can cause lasting brain damage, serious health impairments, or even death. While age, race and genetics factor into your risk, you can follow these healthy lifestyle tips to lower your chance of having a stroke.
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Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for OMB Review, Comment Request; National Flood Insurance Program Policy Forms discussed on Feb. 22 by Homeland Security Department
The US Homeland Security Department published a two page notice on Feb. 22, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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FEMA Seeks Leaders in U.S. Virgin Islands for Youth Preparedness Council
News Release: ST. CROIX, U.S. Virgin Islands - FEMA is looking for students in grades 8 to 11 in the U.S. Virgin Islands who are passionate about disaster preparedness and making a positive impact for their community’s resilience to join the Youth Preparedness Council.
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Homeland Security Department discusses Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for OMB Review, Comment Request; National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS) Version 5.0 on Feb. 22
The US Homeland Security Department published a two page notice on Feb. 22, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Notice published by Homeland Security Department on Feb. 22
The US Homeland Security Department published a two page notice on Feb. 22, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Homeland Security Department discusses Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for OMB Review, Comment Request; Request for Use of NETC Facilities on Feb. 22
The US Homeland Security Department published a two page notice on Feb. 22, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Effingham Residents Invited to Attend Flood Map Information Open House
News Release: CHICAGO - There will be a Flood Map Information Open House for communities in Effingham County, Illinois, on March 9, 2023, from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. CT. The open house will give residents a chance to review preliminary versions of the recently completed Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report and its accompanying preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs).
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Baraga County Residents Invited to Attend Flood Map Information Open House
News Release: There will be a Flood Map Information Open House for communities in Baraga County, Michigan, on March 9, 2023, from 6 - 8 p.m. ET. The open house will give residents a chance to review preliminary versions of the recently completed Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report and its accompanying preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs).
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Menominee County Residents Invited to Attend Flood Map Information Open House
News Release: CHICAGO - There will be a Flood Map Information Open House for communities in Menominee County, Michigan, on March 8, 2023, from 6 - 8 p.m. CT. The open house will give residents a chance to review preliminary versions of the recently completed Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report and its accompanying preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs).
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