News published on Federal Newswire in May 2022

News from May 2022


News Release: BOSTON - A Saugus woman was sentenced today in federal court in Boston in connection with a scheme to defraud her elderly uncle of his life’s savings.


News Release: DETROIT - Dearborn physician Tete Oniango, 47, pleaded guilty yesterday to conspiracy to distribute controlled substances, and agreed to forfeit approximately $37,000 in cash seized from his office, announced United States Attorney Dawn N. Ison.


The US Transportation Department published a three page rule on May 2, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Readout of DHS Secretary Mayorkas’s Meeting with Mexican Foreign Minister Ebrard

News Release: WASHINGTON - Today, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas met with Mexican Foreign Minister Marcelo Ebrard to discuss the shared challenge of migration throughout the region and the opportunities to advance economic development. They met in Washington, DC. and were joined by fellow officials...


News Release: The North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park will open on Sunday, May 15 at 6 a.m. to mark the official start of the 2022 season. Grand Canyon Lodge and Grand Canyon Trail Rides will also commence their 2022 seasonal operations on this date.


'The necessary authorities and tools to protect the public': DHS unveils new unmanned aircraft regulations

Alejandro Mayorkas, secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), issued a statement on the Biden administration’s Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) National Action Plan and Legislative Proposal.


Sex Offender Sentenced To Twenty Years In Federal Prison For Child Exploitation Offenses

News Release: PENSACOLA, FLORIDA - Last week, Cody Dewayne Jones, 27, of Laurel Hill, Florida, was sentenced to twenty years in federal prison after pleading guilty on Jan. 11, 2022, for attempted enticement of a minor, attempted transfer of obscene material to a minor, and for committing a felony while a registered sex offender. The sentence was announced by Jason R. Coody, United States Attorney for the Northern District of Florida.


News Release: Sold the Stolen Goods on PayPal, $900k Loss to Sam’s Club.



Under Secretary of Science and Innovation on college internships: 'We need all hands on deck to address the climate crisis'

The U.S. Department of Energy is DOE Office of Science will sponsor students and staff for science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) internships and research opportunities this summer, a news release said.


Notice published by Transportation Department on May 2

The US Transportation Department published a two page notice on May 2, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Santa Clarita Man Agrees to Plead Guilty to Securities Fraud for Bilking Investors Who Purchased Real Estate ‘Coupon Bonds’

News Release: LOS ANGELES - A Santa Clarita resident who invested in real estate and sold “coupon bonds" that promised regular interest payments on top of principal repayment has agreed to plead guilty to a federal criminal charge for defrauding investors out of more than $1.7 million, the Justice Department announced today.


South Florida Towing Company Owner Pleads Guilty to Tax Evasion

News Release: Miami, Florida - On Friday, Craig Goldstein, 60, of Boca Raton, Florida the owner of a Lauderdale Lakes towing company, pled guilty to three counts of Tax Evasion for underreporting income and failing to pay federal tax on money he received through a Personal Injury Protection (PIP) kickback scheme and other cash-based fraud. The sentencing has been set for August 16.


USDA Renews People’s Garden Initiative

News Release: WASHINGTON, May 3, 2022 – Today, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack planted a tree to announce the reopening of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) People’s Garden Initiative. People’s Gardens across the country will grow fresh, healthy food and support resilient, local food systems; teach people ...


News Release: As part of Mental Health Awareness Month this May, we hope to shine a light on support resources available to you and your families. If you or someone you care about needs help coping with life’s challenges, you are not alone. Mental health challenges are real, and recovery is possible.


News Release: RICHMOND, Va. - A Prince George man pleaded guilty yesterday to tax fraud and executing a conspiracy to defraud individual lenders, financial institutions, and his employer out of almost $9 million.


Jury Finds Gang Member Guilty of Firearms Offenses and Trafficking Large Quantities of Multiple Drugs

News Release: PITTSBURGH - After deliberating 9½ hours, a federal jury of four men and eight women found Duane Eugene Cash, Jr. guilty of four counts of various violations of federal narcotics and firearms laws, United States Attorney Cindy K. Chung announced today.


'Engagement from the public has strengthened our work': EPA continues review of Upper Hudson River

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has started its third five-year review of the Upper Hudson River PCB cleanup efforts.


Haaland: 'The North American Wetlands Conservation Act is one of the most effective tools we have for migratory bird conservation'

U.S. Department of the Interior Secretary Deb Haaland confirmed $95 million for wetland conservation projects and national wildlife refuges. Wetland conservation projects and national wildlife refuges will get millions in a financial boost from the Migratory Bird Conservation Commission.


News Release: United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell announced that a Black Hawk, South Dakota, man convicted of Possession of a Firearm by a Prohibited Person was sentenced on May 2, 2022, by Judge Jeffrey L. Viken, U.S. District Court.