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Justice Department affirms commitment to civil rights for those living with HIV/AIDS
The Justice Department reaffirmed its dedication to protecting the civil rights of individuals living with HIV and AIDS on World AIDS Day, observed on December 1, 2024.
EPA seeks public input on offshore wind farm air quality permits
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the opening of a public comment period for two draft Clean Air Act Title V Outer Continental Shelf air quality operating permits.
FTC releases 2024 report on ethanol market concentration
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has released its 2024 report on ethanol market concentration, fulfilling a requirement set by the Energy Policy Act of 2005.
Paterson Public Schools enters resolution agreement over Title IX violations
The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has announced a resolution agreement with the Paterson Public School District in New Jersey to address violations found under Title IX regulations.
Shaktoolik resident charged with cyberstalking and child exploitation
A federal grand jury in Alaska has indicted a man from Shaktoolik on charges of cyberstalking and sexual exploitation of children.
Umar Koon sentenced for drug charges; faces six months imprisonment
Umar Koon, a 46-year-old resident of The Bronx, New York, has been sentenced to six months in prison for possession with intent to distribute fentanyl, cocaine base, and cocaine.
Gen Digital pays $55M for false claims act violations
Gen Digital Inc., formerly known as Symantec Corp., has resolved a legal battle lasting over a decade by paying $55.1 million in a False Claims Act judgment.
Department of Labor recovers $72K for workers denied full wages by Oklahoma employer
The U.S. Department of Labor has secured a consent judgment and injunction to recover $72,000 in back wages and liquidated damages for 20 workers in Oklahoma.
CCIA report examines state legislation on content moderation
The Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) has published a report scrutinizing the content moderation and online safety legislation considered by state legislatures across the United States in 2024.
Geoffrey R. Pyatt visits UK and France for conferences on energy resources
Assistant Secretary for Energy Resources Geoffrey R. Pyatt is scheduled to visit the United Kingdom and France from December 3 to December 6.
Russian national charged with illegal aircraft export attempt via Armenia
Sergey Nechaev, a dual U.S.-Russian citizen, was arrested in the Southern District of Georgia for allegedly attempting to illegally export two small aircraft to Russia.
Rutland man receives sentence for firearm possession after prior domestic violence conviction
On December 2, 2024, John Ryea from Rutland, Vermont, was sentenced to approximately two and a half months in prison followed by three years of supervised release.
Temple University enters agreement after shared ancestry discrimination probe
The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has announced a resolution agreement with Temple University regarding compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
North Carolina man sentenced for role in $1 million Covid fraud scheme
A man from Snow Hill, North Carolina, Tyreek Rasheed Exum, has been sentenced to 50 months in prison for his involvement in a conspiracy to commit wire fraud related to Covid-19 relief loans.
Meridian man sentenced for hacking scheme targeting medical clinics and city servers
Robert Purbeck, a 45-year-old resident of Meridian, has been sentenced to ten years in federal prison for hacking into the computer servers of the City of Newnan, a medical clinic in Griffin, Georgia, and other victims across the United States.
Deputy Secretary Campbell previews USA Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka
On December 3, Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell will host a preview event for the USA Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka.
U.S. Attorney warns Virgin Islands residents about federal ban on cockfighting
St. Thomas, VI – United States Attorney Delia L. Smith has issued a reminder to the residents of the Virgin Islands that cockfighting is prohibited under federal law.
OVW acknowledges tribal efforts during Native American Heritage Month
The Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) commemorated Native American Heritage Month by acknowledging the resilience and leadership of American Indian and Alaskan Native victims and survivors.
Qvest LLC fined $171K for employing minors at Sioux City pork plant
The U.S. Department of Labor has determined that Qvest LLC, a sanitation contractor at the Seaboard Triumph Foods facility in Sioux City, Iowa, employed children for hazardous work during night shifts.
EPA updates Torch Lake Superfund site cleanup plan with new changes
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced an updated cleanup plan for the Torch Lake Superfund site located in Houghton County, Michigan.
State Department hosts new science diplomacy fellowship
The U.S. Department of State has announced its role as a new host for the Science Diplomacy Fellowship offered by the National Science Policy Network (NSPN).
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DHS expands efforts against online child exploitation with Project iGuardian
Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) has released the Fiscal Year 2024 report for Project iGuardian, part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Know2Project campaign aimed at combating online child sexual exploitation and abuse.
Meta outlines steps taken towards Digital Services Act compliance
Meta has announced its progress in complying with the European Union's Digital Services Act (DSA).
Federal Newswire requests communications between Community Development Financial Institutions Fund, Self-Help Ventures
Federal Newswire this week submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request seeking communications between the Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund) at the U.S. Department of the Treasury and representatives of Self-Help Ventures fund and affiliated entities.
Department of Labor recovers $184K after investigating Sly Fox Brewing Company
The U.S. Department of Labor has concluded an investigation into Sly Fox Brewing Company, resulting in the recovery of $184,000 in back wages, damages, and penalties.