News published on Federal Newswire in December 2024

News from December 2024


Sioux Falls man sentenced for illegal firearm possession

United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell has announced the sentencing of Jerad Wade Olson, a resident of Sioux Falls, South Dakota.


Guantanamo detainee transferred to Kenya after review board decision

The Department of Defense has announced the repatriation of Mohammed Abdul Malik Bajabu from Guantanamo Bay to Kenya.


Columbus man pleads guilty in firearm trafficking case

A Columbus man has admitted guilt in a case involving the trafficking of firearms, including machine guns.


Jacksonville felon sentenced for illegal firearm possession after explosive incident

U.S. District Judge Wendy Berger has sentenced William Earl Union, Jr., a 32-year-old resident of Jacksonville, Florida, to seven years in federal prison.


Mexican national faces charges for illegal reentry into the United States

A Mexican national, Juan Carlos Morales-Hinojo, has been indicted for illegal reentry into the United States.


Court mandates $61M payment by Ameren Missouri for clean air projects

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri has mandated Ameren Missouri to allocate $61 million for projects addressing violations of the federal Clean Air Act (CAA).


Louisville men indicted on drug trafficking and firearms charges

A federal grand jury in Louisville, Kentucky, has indicted two men on charges related to drug trafficking and firearms offenses.


DHS introduces final rule modernizing H-1B visa program

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has introduced a final rule aimed at enhancing the H-1B visa program, which is expected to aid U.S. companies in filling critical job vacancies and bolstering the economy.


U.S. imposes sanctions on DPRK-linked money laundering network

The United States has announced sanctions on two individuals and one entity in an effort to curb money laundering operations linked to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK).


Jersey City gang member charged with racketeering-related violent crime

A member of a Jersey City street gang has been charged with violent crime in aid of racketeering and weapons offenses, according to U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.


UK launches consultation on AI copyright framework

The UK government has initiated an open consultation on Artificial Intelligence and copyright.


Convicted felon receives eight-year sentence for firearm possession

U.S. District Judge Carlos E. Mendoza has sentenced Chadwick Lemaine, a 26-year-old resident of Ocoee, Florida, to eight years in federal prison for possessing a firearm as a convicted felon.


Saugus man charged with embezzling over $180k from TD Bank accounts

A former bank teller from Saugus has been charged with embezzlement after allegedly stealing over $180,000 from customer accounts at TD Bank.


US offers support after Vanuatu earthquake impacts embassy operations

The United States has expressed condolences to those impacted by the recent earthquake in Vanuatu.


Labor department secures $125K settlement for unpaid overtime at Chicago area restaurants

The U.S. Department of Labor has secured a consent judgment and order in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, compelling D’Nuez Corp. and its owners, Antonio Rendon and Albino Rendon, to compensate 53 employees with...


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...


Chimayo women plead guilty to thefts involving banks across three counties

Two women from Chimayo have admitted guilt in federal court for their involvement in theft and bank fraud activities across multiple counties.


DHS introduces final rule to improve efficiency in filling seasonal job vacancies

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has introduced a final rule aimed at improving the H-2 nonimmigrant visa programs, which are crucial for U.S. companies seeking seasonal workers.


Insurance issues hinder psychologist participation in mental health care

Psychologists are encountering significant challenges due to insurance-related issues, which limit their ability to meet the rising demand for mental health services.


EPA settles with Salt Lake City apartment owner over alleged lead hazard notice failure

Pacific Coast Capital Investors, LLC, the owner of North Aspen Apartments in Salt Lake City, Utah, has agreed to a settlement with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) over allegations of failing to notify tenants about lead-based paint...