News published on Federal Newswire in May 2017

News from May 2017


News Release: KANSAS CITY, KAN. - A Kansas City man was sentenced Monday to 52 months for a robbery at a Leawood bank, U.S. Attorney Tom Beall said.


News Release: Tampa, FL - Acting United States Attorney W. Stephen Muldrow announces that Brandon Russell (21, Tampa) has been charged by criminal complaint with possession of an unregistered destructive device and unlawful storage of explosive material, in violation of federal law. If convicted, he faces a maximum penalty of 11 years in federal prison.


Senate, House Committee Leaders Call on Verma to Explain Offer of Backroom Deal with Insurance Companies

News Release: Dear Administrator Verma: We write with serious concerns about a report that you recently sought health insurance executives’ political support for Trumpcare in exchange for congressionally mandated cost-sharing reductions, or CSRs, required under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). These efforts to use...


FBI, CBP, and Partners Launch Campaign to Address Corruption at America’s Borders

News Release: FBI, CBP, and Partners Launch Campaign to Address Corruption at America’s Borders.


Wethersfield Man Sentenced For Distributing Heroin Involved In Teenager’s Overdose Death

News Release: MAY 22 - Hartford, Conn. - Carlos Carrillo, 20, of Wethersfield, was sentenced to six months of imprisonment, followed by three years of supervised release, for distributing heroin involved in the overdose death of a 19 year-old Wethersfield teenager last summer. The sentence was handed down by Senior...


News Release: Acting United States Attorney Steve Butler of the Southern District of Alabama announced that Jhordis Deshon Woods, 34, of Mobile, was sentenced today to 92 months in prison for being a felon in possession of two firearms. United States District Judge Kristi K. DuBose also sentenced Woods to five years of supervised release following his prison sentence.


Wild Horses and Burros Available for Adoption in Plymouth

News Release: PLYMOUTH, Calif. - Wild mustangs and burros from public lands in northern California and Nevada are headed for the Amador County Fairgrounds in Plymouth, Calif., where they will be available for public adoption Saturday and Sunday, June 3 and 4. Adoption preview starts at 2 p.m. on Friday, June 2.


Nashville Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Firearms Charge for Shooting In Cayce Homes

News Release: Plea Agreement Sets Out 8 Years In Federal Prison.


Identity Theft Ring Convicted for Unemployment Fraud and Conspiracy

News Release: Three individuals were convicted following a five-day jury trial in Ann Arbor on charges relating to identity theft, Acting United States Attorney Daniel L. Lemisch announced today.


Two defendants plead guilty to federal drug crimes

News Release: HUNTINGTON, W.Va. - Two defendants pleaded guilty today to federal drug crimes, announced United States Attorney Carol Casto. Jessica Ann Barnett, 29, of South Point, Ohio, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute heroin. In a separate prosecution, Malik Muhammad Abdull Williams, 24, of Michigan, pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute heroin and crack.


News Release: ALBUQUERQUE - Daniel Arushanov, 24, of Albuquerque, N.M., pled guilty today in federal court to possession of a firearm while under a domestic violence restraining order.


News Release: Watrous, NM: Fort Union National Monument announces its first Star Party of the year, weather permitting, on Saturday night May 27, 2017. New Mexico is renowned for its enchanting landscape and open skies. Throughout history, mankind has turned their eyes to the celestial bodies of the night sky in awe...


Cummings Drafts Proposed Subpoena to White House

News Release: Washington, D.C. -During an appearance this morning on ABC’s This Week with George Stephanopoulos, Rep. Elijah E. Cummings, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, renewed his call for Chairman Jason Chaffetz to subpoena the White House for documents it has been withholding...


Louisiana Circle Closed for Road Repairs

News Release: Effective immediately, Louisiana Circle at Vicksburg National Military Park will be closed to all vehicle traffic for safety reasons. Louisiana Circle remains open to pedestrian traffic. Visitors are reminded to abide by local parking laws when accessing the detached park site.


Conconully Campground Opening Delayed

News Release: EPHRATA, Washington - The Bureau of Reclamation announced today that overhauls to the Conconully Lake RV Campground water supply system will continue. As a result, the campground opening will be delayed.


News Release: May 20 is Anniversary of Two Albuquerque Bank Robberies.


Civil War History Comes Alive at Cold Harbor

News Release: Richmond National Battlefield Park to Host Living History Weekend.


Art Installation and Maritime Music on June AHA night

News Release: New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park will host live music and an artist opening for AHA! New Bedford on June 8th. Artist William Chambers will open his installation Listen to the Whales in our visitor center from 5:00-8 p.m. Outside in the garden, the Australian folk singers The Roaring Forties...


News Release: SPRINGDALE, UT - The Zion Mount Carmel Highway through Zion National Park has re - opened to all traffic. Late yesterday afternoon, and again this morning, the sand fall area along the Highway was evaluated by Park staff, and hazard geologists from the Utah Geological Survey.


News Release: The Justice Department, along with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS), today announced the nationwide rollout of the National Blue Alert Network, including newly developed deliverables and federal interagency cooperation to enhance the safety and support ...