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Pennsylvania man faces charges for planned abuse of minor in New York
David Gruber, a 39-year-old from Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania, was arrested in Albany, New York.
Guidelines released to improve media coverage on Indigenous persons' cases
The Department of the Interior and the Department of Justice have released new guidelines aimed at improving media coverage on missing or murdered Indigenous peoples (MMIP) and human trafficking.
Sumter man pleads guilty to energy facility destruction and child abuse material possession
Donald Ray Hurst, Jr., a 35-year-old resident of Sumter, South Carolina, has entered a guilty plea to charges of destruction of an energy facility and possession of child sexual abuse material (CSAM).
U.S. Treasury sanctions Zimbabwe-based global gold smuggling network
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has announced sanctions against 28 individuals and businesses involved in a global gold smuggling and money laundering network based in Zimbabwe.
EPA begins hazardous waste cleanup at former plating site in Michigan
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has commenced a cleanup operation at the former Quality Plating site located at 2712 McIlwraith St., Muskegon County, Michigan.
FTC halts fraudulent scheme targeting student loan borrowers
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has intervened to stop a scheme that allegedly defrauded student loan borrowers of millions by pretending to be associated with the U.S. Department of Education.
FTC issues $72 million refunds over Epic Games' billing practices
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has commenced the distribution of over $72 million in refunds to consumers affected by Epic Games' billing practices.
Blockchain Association announces agenda for third annual policy summit
Blockchain Association is set to host its third annual Policy Summit in Washington, D.C., on December 16-17, 2024.
HUD allocates $72 million for Native American community development
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has allocated $72.6 million to 38 communities through the Indian Community Development Block Grant (ICDBG) program.
Frankfort Hospital agrees on ADA compliance measures after investigation
The United States has finalized an agreement with Frankfort Regional Medical Center (FRMC), a healthcare facility in Frankfort, Kentucky, to address allegations of non-compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Neurologist settles nearly $1M false billing claim over device procedures
A neurologist based in Pearland, Texas, has agreed to pay $948,359.85 to settle allegations of submitting false claims for neurostimulator electrode surgeries.
On the Hill
Federal report reveals expanded surveillance through Bank Secrecy Act
Today, the House Judiciary Committee and its Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government released an interim report titled "Financial Surveillance in the United States: How the Federal Government Weaponized the Bank Secrecy...
Department releases new volume on US foreign relations with North Africa
The Department of State has released "Foreign Relations of the United States, 1981–1988, Volume XXIV, North Africa."
US-Philippines collaboration focuses on maritime cybersecurity during Indo-Pacific exercise
From December 3 to 5, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), alongside the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) and U.S. Embassy Manila, conducted a maritime cybersecurity exercise and chemical security workshop in collaboration with...
HUD extends foreclosure protection for hurricane-hit areas
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced an extension of foreclosure moratoriums for areas affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Department sues US Postal Service over alleged retaliation against safety complaint
The U.S. Department of Labor has initiated legal action against the U.S. Postal Service and two of its managers for allegedly terminating a contracted employee who raised safety concerns regarding loading dock equipment at the Charleroi Post...
Colorado dentist pleads guilty to charges involving minor solicitation
Jason James Atha, a 51-year-old dentist from Broomfield, Colorado, has pleaded guilty in the Southern District of Florida to charges related to attempted enticement of a minor and transportation of child pornography.
Under Secretary Fernandez leads delegation to strengthen ties with Gulf countries
Under Secretary for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment Jose W. Fernandez is set to lead a delegation to Qatar, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates from December 7-11.
Washington man sentenced for traveling to Oregon for child exploitation
A Washington State resident, Seth Lee Fabry, 34, has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to coercion and enticement of a minor.
Miami importer admits guilt in tariff evasion scheme involving Chinese truck tires
Hector Samuel Esquijerosa, a Miami resident, has pled guilty to his involvement in a conspiracy to smuggle goods into the United States by using false and fraudulent invoices presented to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
Salamanca man faces serious charges related to child exploitation
Jack Sherlock, a 55-year-old resident of Salamanca, New York, has been arrested and charged with attempted production of child pornography and attempted coercion and enticement of a minor.
HUD and FEMA collaborate on pre-disaster housing strategies
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recently held a summit to launch the Pre-Disaster Housing Initiative.
Blinken discusses Syria situation with Turkish foreign minister
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken engaged in a conversation with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan to address recent developments in Syria.
Illinois man sentenced for bank fraud involving stolen identities
An Illinois man has been sentenced to over five years in federal prison for his involvement in a bank fraud scheme that used stolen identities and U.S. Treasury checks.
Florida man sentenced for attempting to entice minor
United States District Judge Thomas P. Barber has sentenced Joseph Raymond Morin, a 51-year-old resident of Ocala, Florida, to over 11 years in federal prison for attempting to entice a minor into sexual activity.