News published on Federal Newswire in August 2019

News from August 2019


The US Commerce Department published a two page notice on Aug. 27, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


The US Commerce Department published a two page notice on Aug. 27, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


United States and European Union Sign Standalone Agreement Allowing U.S. Carriers to provide Wet Lease Services

News Release: BRUSSELS – U.S.,EU, Norwegian, and Icelandic officials today signed an agreement that levels the competitive playing field for U.S. air carriers seeking to “wet lease” to European carriers. Today’s signature marks the end of a long-standing commercial concern for U.S. carriers, and restoration of their ...


Former Owner of Two Downtown Houston Bars Set to Appear in Court for Tax and Bankruptcy Fraud

News Release: HOUSTON - The former owner of SPORTS @ THE B.U.S. has been indicted on tax and bankruptcy fraud charges, announced U.S. Attorney Ryan K. Patrick.


West Virginia Man Pleads Guilty to Distribution of Marijuana

News Release: HUNTINGTON, W.Va. - A West Virginia man pled guilty today to federal drug trafficking offenses, announced United States Attorney Mike Stuart. Tequan Montek Pratt, 24, pled guilty to two counts of distribution of marijuana before United States District Judge Robert C. Chambers. Stuart commended the investigation conducted by the Putnam County Narcotics Unit and the Violent Crime and Drug Task Force - West.


FBI Agent, Kansas City Police Department Sergeant Honored for Significant Investigations

News Release: KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Tim Garrison, United States Attorney for the Western District of Missouri, announced today that two local and federal law enforcement officers were recognized for the work on several significant cases as recipients of the 2019 Guardian of Justice Award.


News Release: Jonathan Demario Collins, 33, of Pahokee, Florida was sentenced yesterday by U.S. District Judge Robin L. Rosenberg to 100 months in prison, to be followed by 3 years of supervised release, after having been convicted by a trial jury of being a felon in possession of a firearm (Case No. 17cr80084).


TSA discovers loaded firearm at Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport checkpoint

Release: SAVANNAH, Ga. - The Transportation Security Administration discovered a loaded firearm at a Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) checkpoint this morning.


Ellenville Man Sentenced for Defrauding the Social Security Administration

News Release: ALBANY, NEW YORK - Anthony Alvarez, age 38, of Ellenville, New York, was sentenced yesterday to 15 months in prison, to be followed by 3 years of supervised release, for fraudulently obtaining more than $38,000 in benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA).


News Release: U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, today issued the following statement after Hilcorp announced it has reached agreement to acquire substantially all of BP’s assets and interests in Alaska.


News Release: CARLSBAD, N.M. - Ike White, Senior Advisor for EM, toured cleanup sites in New Mexico last week, visiting surface and underground facilities of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) and projects across Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). At both sites, he recognized employees for the work they’ve accomplished to advance the cleanup mission.


News Release: The Department of Energy (DOE) today announced the award recipients of its Cybersecurity for Energy Delivery Systems (CEDS) 2019 Research Call. The awards, totaling $30 million, will fund National Laboratory and partner research, development, integration, and demonstrations that aim to advance cybersecurity, reliability, and resiliency in energy delivery systems.


Brevard County Man Sentenced To 50 Years In Federal Prison For Production Of Child Pornography

News Release: Orlando, Florida - U.S. District Judge Roy B. Dalton, Jr. has sentenced Roberto Oquendo (38, Brevard County) to 50 years in federal prison for conspiracy to produce child pornography and production of child pornography. The court also ordered Oquendo to forfeit two cellphones that he had used in connection with the offense.


News Release: MADISON, WIS. - Scott C. Blader, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, announced that Juan Longino, 46, Madison, Wisconsin, was sentenced today by U.S. District Judge James D. Peterson to 34 months in federal prison, for unlawfully possessing a loaded firearm as a convicted felon. Longino pleaded guilty to this charge on April 23, 2019. His prison term will be followed by a three-year period of supervised release.



Former Genesis Convention Center Employee Charged

News Release: HAMMOND- Victoria Wilson, age 52, of Portage, Indiana, was charged by Information with one count of theft from a local government entity receiving federal funds, announced U.S. Attorney Kirsch.


Visitor Improvements Coming to Channel Islands National Park—New Pier and Crane Projects Enhance Visitor Safety and Access

News Release: The National Park Service (NPS) announces the start of two large construction projects-the replacement of the pier at Scorpion Anchorage on Santa Cruz Island and the crane on Anacapa Island. The projects are expected to dramatically improve visitor access, safety, and park operations.


Pecos Pueblo Moonlight Hike

News Release: Pecos, NM:- Join us on Saturday, September 14th as you engage all your senses on this special 1.5 hour ranger-led full moon tour of Pecos Pueblo and the Spanish Mission Church. Encounter the stories and history of the Pecos and Spanish people in a setting few ever experience! Reservations are required, as space is limited to 25 participants.


News Release: CLARKSBURG, WEST VIRGINIA - Jeremiah Lee Carr, of Glenville, West Virginia, has admitted to his involvement in methamphetamine distribution operation, United States Attorney Bill Powell announced.


U.S. Attorney Announces Charges In Surge Against Violent Crime In Hopkinsville

News Release: Hopkinsville Task Force formed to thwart violent crime.