Sort By
Results
Lowell man faces federal charges for alleged interstate sex trafficking
A man from Lowell, Massachusetts, has been charged with sex trafficking and transporting a victim across four states.
US files suit against former LaJobi Inc. president over unpaid import duties
The United States has initiated a civil lawsuit against Lawrence Bivona, former President of LaJobi Inc., for allegedly avoiding the payment of antidumping duties on Chinese-manufactured children's bedroom furniture imported into the country.
South Carolina port receives $1.3M for clean energy upgrades under EPA initiative
The Biden-Harris Administration has announced a significant investment in clean port initiatives, with the South Carolina State Port Authority set to receive nearly $1,845,783 from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Clean Ports Program.
USDA opens registration for Agricultural Outlook Forum set for February
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has opened registration for the 101st Agricultural Outlook Forum.
New York man sentenced for hacking, credit card trafficking, money laundering
A New York City man has been sentenced to prison for his involvement in hacking, credit card trafficking, and money laundering conspiracies.
CBP warns travelers about prohibited agricultural items during Day of Dead celebrations
As the community along the United States-Mexico border prepares for the Day of the Dead celebrations, Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officials are informing travelers about specific agricultural items commonly used in these festivities that...
CBP alerts travelers about prohibited items during Día de los Muertos
As communities along the U.S.-Mexico border prepare for Día de los Muertos, Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officials are reminding travelers of restrictions on certain agricultural items.
EPA settles Clean Air Act violations with three Louisiana facilities
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has reached settlements involving alleged Clean Air Act violations at three facilities in Southern Louisiana.
FTC distributes over $2.5 million to misled Credit Karma customers
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is distributing over $2.5 million to consumers who were misled by Credit Karma's credit offers.
Temple City home care firm fined again over unpaid overtime
An investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has revealed that T.G.H. Management Group Inc., operating as Temple Garden Homes, failed to pay required overtime rates to 70 employees.
CBP seizes $2.1M in cocaine at Eagle Pass Port
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Eagle Pass Port of Entry have seized narcotics valued at over $2.1 million in a recent enforcement action.
Netflix teams up with MGM Grand for culinary venture in Las Vegas
Netflix and MGM Grand Hotel & Casino have announced a new collaboration to bring a unique dining experience to Las Vegas.
Commerce Department partners with DOE for secure development of artificial intelligence
The U.S. Department of Commerce, represented by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), and the U.S. Department of Energy have announced a memorandum of understanding signed earlier this year.
U.S., South Korea bolster defense ties amid regional challenges
During the 56th U.S.-Republic of Korea Security Consultative Meeting on October 30, 2024, U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and ROK Minister of National Defense Kim Yong Hyun discussed initiatives to enhance extended deterrence...
Interior Department allocates $46M for Klamath Basin ecosystem restoration
The U.S. Department of the Interior has announced an investment of nearly $46 million for ecosystem restoration activities in the Klamath Basin, located in southern Oregon and northern California.
USDA issues over $235M aid to farmers after natural disasters
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced this week that it will issue over $235 million in payments to agricultural producers affected by natural disasters.
CDT reflects on first year since Biden's executive order on artificial intelligence
The Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) has marked the first anniversary of President Joe Biden's Executive Order on Artificial Intelligence.
U.S.-ROK alliance unveils new framework for Indo-Pacific security cooperation
The United States and the Republic of Korea have announced a new framework to enhance their cooperation in ensuring security across the Indo-Pacific region.
Supreme Court supports Virginia's decision on voter roll maintenance
The Supreme Court has issued a temporary stay on a lower court's decision, allowing Virginia to refrain from restoring non-citizens to its voter rolls.
Biden-Harris Administration invests in agriculture: funding fertilizers & meat processing
During a visit to Dramm Corp. in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Secretary Xochitl Torres Small announced significant investments by the Biden-Harris Administration aimed at strengthening American farms and...
Customs intercepts scam at Dulles Airport; Indonesian man charged
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers intercepted a potential financial fraud scheme at Washington Dulles International Airport, discovering $28,500 in "black money scam" notes in a traveler's baggage.
DOE introduces resources aiding contractors with installing energy-saving appliances
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has introduced new resources to assist American households and home energy efficiency contractors in accessing federal tax credits for home upgrades, as part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing in...
United States discusses environmental cooperation with Chile
The United States and Chile held discussions on October 29 and 30 to assess the progress of the United States-Chile Free Trade Agreement (FTA) Environment Chapter and activities under the United States-Chile Environmental Cooperation Agreement (ECA).
FirstNet Authority board gains new leadership under Secretary Raimondo's appointments
U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo has announced the appointment of eleven new members to the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet Authority) Board, along with a new Board Chair.
Justice Department outlines measures for protecting voting rights and securing elections
The U.S. Department of Justice has outlined its ongoing efforts to safeguard voting rights, prosecute election fraud, and secure elections against foreign interference.