News published on Federal Newswire in May 2021

News from May 2021


News Release: CLARKSBURG, WEST VIRGINIA - Doriawn Eduane-Draphel Rogers, of Detroit, Michigan, appeared in federal court today after being charged with 10 others in a drug conspiracy, Acting United States Attorney Randolph J. Bernard announced.


News Release: PITTSBURGH - An Illinois man has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Pittsburgh on charges of violating federal narcotics laws, Acting United States Attorney Stephen R. Kaufman announced today.


Billings Man Sentenced to Six Years in Prison for Trafficking Meth

News Release: BILLINGS - A Billings man who admitted to trafficking methamphetamine and heroin was sentenced today to 72 months in prison followed by 4 years of supervised release, Acting U.S. Attorney Leif M. Johnson said.


News Release: ORLANDO, Fla. - FEMA has awarded grants totaling $17,644,098 for the State of Florida to reimburse applicants for debris removal and repairs following Hurricane Irma in 2017. ­ ­


News Release: SAVANNAH, GA: An Italian company has entered a guilty plea in a scheme to evade United States national security laws.


News Release: BEAUMONT, Texas - A Houston man has pleaded guilty to federal drug trafficking violations in the Eastern District of Texas, announced Acting U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei today.


2021 Memorial Day Weekend in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks

News Release: SEQUOIA AND KINGS CANYON NATIONAL PARKS, Calif. May 26, 2021 - Memorial Day weekend is considered the summer “kick-off" for Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, and the parks are expected to be exceptionally busy. Trip planning is essential for a safe and enjoyable visit. Here are some things to keep in mind as you plan your holiday weekend trip.


Release: As I announced yesterday, the United States is in the process of providing more than $360 million in assistance to the Palestinian people. This includes $38 million in new assistance to support humanitarian efforts in the West Bank and Gaza.  This new assistance includes nearly $33 million for the UN...


U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force Arrests Berwick Attempted Murder Suspect

News Release: Williamsport, PA - Today, U.S. Marshal Martin J. Pane announced the arrest of Marlon Melendez-Reyes - a 41-year old Berwick man.


Release: The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price.


Former Madison County Man Sentenced on Child Exploitation Charges

News Release: HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - A federal judge today sentenced a former Madison County man on child exploitation charges, announced United States Attorney Prim F. Escalona and Federal Bureau of Investigation Special Agent in Charge Johnnie Sharp, Jr.


Clendenin Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Gun Crime

News Release: CHARLESTON, W.Va. - Terry L. Spradlin, 34, of Clendenin was sentenced to 24 months in federal prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm.


Release: On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Georgia as you celebrate your Independence Day.


News Release: CASPER, Wyo. - The Bureau of Land Management Casper Field Office personnel will reopen Muddy Mountain Road at 12 p.m. on Friday.


Birmingham Man Sentenced for Making Unapproved Drug Products

News Release: BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - A Birmingham man was sentenced today for his role in making unapproved drug products in his kitchen and warehouse, and then marketing and selling them as a cancer treatment, announced U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona and FDA Office of Criminal Investigations, Miami Field Office Special Agent in Charge Justin C. Fielder.


Attorney General Merrick B. Garland Announces New Effort to Reduce Violent Crime

News Release: WASHINGTON - Attorney General Merrick B. Garland today announced a new Department of Justice effort to help protect our communities from the recent increase in major violent crimes.


COVID-19 vaccine now widely available; Community Vaccination Center to close soon

News Release: ATLANTA - The last day for individuals to receive a COVID-19 vaccination at the Community Vaccination Center at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta is June 7.


Raytown Man Sentenced to 15 Years for Drug Trafficking, Illegal Firearms

News Release: KANSAS CITY, Mo. - A Raytown, Missouri, man was sentenced in federal court today for drug trafficking and illegally possessing firearms.


News Release: DUBLIN, GA: Three of seven defendants have admitted in court to participation in a dog-fighting operation broken up in 2018 in Dodge County.


News Release: The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking public comment on the proposal to construct a new campground at Prisoners Harbor on Santa Cruz Island.