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EPA highlights U.S. water affordability issues in new congressional report
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released a report to Congress highlighting the challenges of water affordability faced by households and utilities across the United States.
New York man charged for alleged fentanyl distribution in Boston
A New York City resident, Cesar Nunez Lopez, has been apprehended and charged with distributing fentanyl in the Boston area.
New York operations manager pleads guilty in kickback scheme involving brain scans
A New York operations manager, Timothy Doyle, has pleaded guilty in a Boston federal court to conspiring to offer and pay kickbacks to doctors for ordering unnecessary brain scans.
Former landlords resolve fair housing act allegations in New Hampshire
United States District Judge Steven J. McAuliffe has approved a consent decree resolving allegations that former Manchester landlords Marc Morin and Tracy Stapula Morin violated the Fair Housing Act, according to an announcement by U.S. Attorney...
CBP intercepts $4.2M in drugs at Hidalgo port
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Hidalgo Port of Entry have seized over $4.2 million in mixed narcotics during a single enforcement action this past weekend.
Honduran national sentenced for illegal possession of firearm in New Orleans
Varion Rogelio Lobo-Barahona, a 31-year-old native of Honduras, has been sentenced for being an illegal alien in possession of a firearm. U.S. District Judge Brandon S. Long issued the sentence on December 10, 2024, according to an announcement by...
EPA awards $1M grants for brownfield job training in New Jersey
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the allocation of Brownfields Job Training Program grants to Groundwork Elizabeth and Montclair State University in New Jersey.
Interior Secretary announces 19 new national historic landmark designations
Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland has announced the designation of 19 new National Historic Landmarks (NHLs), emphasizing their significance in sharing America's diverse history.
Various convictions announced by U.S Attorney's Office including drug trafficking
Joshua P. Carney, a 40-year-old from Marble Falls, Texas, faced legal repercussions for violating probation terms and other offenses in Yellowstone National Park.
New Hampshire man pleads guilty to major cocaine possession charge
A Manchester, New Hampshire man, Miguel Angel Martinez Lugo, has pleaded guilty in a Boston federal court to charges related to the possession and intent to distribute over five kilograms of cocaine.
Great Falls fentanyl trafficking ring dismantled; ten convicted on federal charges
U.S. Attorney Jesse Laslovich announced the dismantling of a significant fentanyl trafficking ring in Great Falls, Montana.
U.S. Rep. Gottheimer on court upholding TikTok ban: China has 'ability to control what an entire generation of Americans see'
U.S. Representative Josh Gottheimer expressed concerns over China's influence on American youth through TikTok, stating that China can "control what an entire generation of Americans see & consume every single day."
U.S. Sen. Cotton: 'It's time to declare America’s economic independence from China'
U.S. Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR) has called for the United States to economically decouple from China, stating that China has "waged economic war on our workers."
New Mexico man sentenced for theft of Montana Historical Society documents
A New Mexico resident, Brian Anthony D’Ambrosio, has been sentenced to six months in prison for the theft of historical documents from the Montana Historical Society.
Lawmakers urge decisive action after Chinese hacking of US cellular networks
Chairman John Moolenaar of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party and Chairman Mark Green of the House Homeland Security Committee have expressed concern over recent cyber intrusions by China.
Lee Enterprises partners with AWS for digital transformation
Lee Enterprises, a major provider of local news and advertising in 73 U.S. markets, has announced its decision to use Amazon Web Services (AWS) as its preferred cloud provider.
Small business group launches campaign against beneficial ownership requirements
The nation's prominent small business association has launched a new radio and digital ad campaign.
Ohio man pleads guilty in connection with Jan. 6 Capitol breach
An Ohio resident has admitted to assaulting law enforcement officers during the January 6, 2021, breach of the U.S. Capitol.
New York expands mental stress compensation coverage to all employees
New York is set to expand workers' compensation coverage for mental stress to all employees starting in 2025.
New Jersey man admits wire fraud in West Virginia property scheme
Chukwuemeka Okorocha, a 34-year-old resident of Jersey City, New Jersey, has admitted to wire fraud related to a real estate transaction in Hampshire County, West Virginia.
UK's Online Safety Act comes into force with new regulations
The United Kingdom has enacted its Online Safety Act as of December 16, 2024.
Mercedes resident arrested at border for alleged sex crime involving minor
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Progreso Port of Entry apprehended a man on Friday evening who was wanted for an alleged sex crime involving a minor.
US imposes new sanctions targeting North Korean financial facilitators
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has announced sanctions against nine individuals and seven entities linked to North Korea's financial and military activities.
Commerce outlines new strategy for advancing national security
During a recent discussion at the Center for a New American Security (CNAS), Deputy Secretary of Commerce Don Graves addressed the expanding role of the Department of Commerce in national security.
On the Hill
Cole announces new Republican committee members for 119th Congress
Today, House Appropriations Committee Chairman Tom Cole announced the Republican Steering Committee's recommendations for new committee members for the 119th Congress.