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Del Rio CBP officers detain suspect with child sexual abuse warrant
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Del Rio Port of Entry have apprehended a man wanted on an outstanding felony warrant related to a sex offense against a child.
U.S. highlights agricultural progress at COP29
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack highlighted significant advancements in agriculture and climate initiatives at the 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan.
Global entry enrollment on departure launched at Atlanta airport
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has announced the launch of Global Entry Enrollment on Departure at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
San Antonio man sentenced to two decades for receipt of child pornography
A San Antonio man has been sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for the receipt of child pornography.
Department of Labor secures judgment against Mississippi fish farm over worker intimidation
The U.S. Department of Labor has secured a consent judgment against Battle Fish North and Magnolia Processing Inc., a fish farm and processing plant in Tunica, Mississippi.
Justice Department sues Pennsylvania over discriminatory housing codes for disabled
The Justice Department has initiated legal action against the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, along with its Department of Labor and Industry and Department of Human Services.
U.S. Treasury targets six senior Hamas leaders with new sanctions
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has designated six senior Hamas officials, including representatives abroad and a member of the Izz Al-Din Al-Qassam Brigades, as well as individuals involved in...
Justice Department sues Kentucky landlord over alleged tenant harassment
The U.S. Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against Adnan Shalash, a rental property manager in Lexington, Kentucky, alleging sexual harassment and retaliation under the Fair Housing Act.
Microsoft showcases real-world impact of generative AI at Ignite event
Some of the world's leading organizations gathered at Microsoft Ignite in Chicago to discuss the transformative impact of generative AI on their operations.
Labor department recovers over $1.4M for Mexican engineers at General Dynamics
The U.S. Department of Labor has successfully recovered over $1.4 million in back wages and damages for 36 Mexican engineers employed by a General Dynamics subsidiary in San Diego.
Louisiana man convicted for exploiting children via Philippine trafficking network
Richard Dean Hicks, a 68-year-old resident of Pioneer, Louisiana, has been found guilty by a federal jury in Monroe on charges related to sexual exploitation and trafficking of minors.
Brendan Carr urged to prioritize digital divide as new FCC chair
Following the appointment of Brendan Carr as chair of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF) issued a statement urging Carr to focus on bridging the digital divide and avoiding...
Study raises concerns over EU's proposed payment services regulation
A recent study by Zach Meyers, commissioned by the Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA Europe), has raised concerns regarding the European Union's proposed Payment Services Regulation (PSR).
Florida defendants sentenced for roles in nationwide fraud scheme
Seven individuals from Florida have been sentenced to prison for their involvement in a multi-state fraud and identity theft scheme known as the "Felony Lane Gang."
Warren County man sentenced for attempted enticement of a minor
Robert Cutter, a 44-year-old resident of Lake George, New York, has been sentenced to ten years in prison for attempting to entice and coerce a minor into sexual activity.
Small business survey highlights community contributions ahead of Small Business Saturday
With Small Business Saturday approaching on November 30, new research highlights the impact of Main Street enterprises on local communities and economies.
U.S. Treasury sanctions Amana over ties to violence in West Bank
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has imposed sanctions on Amana, the Settlement Movement of Gush Emunim Central Cooperative Association Ltd, and its subsidiary Binyanei Bar Amana Ltd.
AI could cut drug development time by half: ITIF report
Artificial intelligence is poised to significantly impact the drug development process, potentially reducing development times by about half.
Meta expands AI features on Ray-Ban glasses across four European countries
Meta has announced the expansion of its AI capabilities on Ray-Ban Meta glasses to France, Italy, Ireland, and Spain.
Department of Defense reveals class of 2025 LUCI fellows
The Department of Defense (DoD) has announced the class of 2025 Laboratory-University Collaboration Initiative (LUCI) fellows.
Justice Department finds civil rights violations by Worcester Police
The Justice Department has released findings from its investigation into the Worcester Police Department (WPD) and the City of Worcester, Massachusetts.
New report highlights New York small businesses' impact on local communities
NFIB has released its 2024 Small Businesses’ Contribution to the Community report, providing insights into how small businesses across New York contribute to their communities.
CBP intercepts fentanyl shipment in Norfolk destined for Sierra Leone
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers in Norfolk, Virginia, discovered fentanyl powder during a routine inspection of vehicles in an export container on November 8.
Harris Jewelry ordered by court to reopen claims portal for servicemember refunds
A federal court has mandated Harris Jewelry to reopen its claims process and notify consumers, primarily active duty servicemembers, to submit refund requests.
New York City set to launch congestion pricing toll in January
New York will soon become the first city in the United States to implement a congestion pricing toll.