News published on Federal Newswire in December 2024

News from December 2024


Chicago CBP seizes $81.5 million in unapproved nicotine delivery systems

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers in Chicago have seized over 3.2 million prohibited Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) products valued at more than $81.5 million over the past year.


Biden establishes Frances Perkins National Monument honoring historic labor leader

President Joe Biden is set to sign a proclamation establishing the Frances Perkins National Monument in Newcastle, Maine.


Labor Department recovers $355K from Louisiana home care providers

More than 100 home care companions in southern Louisiana will receive nearly $355,000 in back wages and damages.


Orleans Parish woman sentenced for embezzlement exceeding $2.5 million

U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans announced that Shavonda Chambers, a 44-year-old resident of New Orleans, was sentenced on December 10, 2024, for embezzling funds from her employer.


Charleston man receives over six years for weapons violation

Anthony Cobbs, a 26-year-old resident of Charleston, has been sentenced to over six years in federal prison.


Pasadena doctor pleads guilty in $3 million workers’ comp fraud case

A Pasadena physician has agreed to plead guilty to charges of conspiracy and tax fraud in connection with a scheme to defraud California's workers' compensation fund. Dr. Kevin Tien Do, 59, is accused of continuing his involvement in workers'...


EPA commemorates five decades since passing Safe Drinking Water Act

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today marked the 50th anniversary of the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), a pivotal piece of legislation that established federal standards for drinking-water quality.


Biden renominates Anton Hajjar for USPS Board of Governors

President Joe Biden has announced his intention to renominate Anton Hajjar for the position of Governor on the United States Postal Service Board of Governors.


Commerce outlines new strategy for advancing national security

During a recent discussion at the Center for a New American Security (CNAS), Deputy Secretary of Commerce Don Graves addressed the expanding role of the Department of Commerce in national security.


Blinken to lead UN Security Council meetings on AI and Sudan

Secretary of State Anthony J. Blinken is scheduled to visit New York City from December 18 to 19.


EPA awards $500k grant for job training at Miami brownfield sites

On December 12, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced that Eco Ed Impact Corp has been awarded a $500,000 grant.


National Guard soldier charged with murder after Fort Eisenhower shooting

An Army National Guard soldier is facing murder charges following a shooting incident at a Fort Eisenhower residence.


Michael Smith appointed as NFIB director for Colorado and Wyoming

Michael Smith has been appointed as the state director for the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) in Colorado and Wyoming.


DoD releases update for online cyber resilient weapon systems knowledge base

The Department of Defense (DoD) has announced the release of Version 4.3 of the Online Cyber Resilient Weapon Systems Body of Knowledge (CRWS-BoK).


Foreign ministers condemn DPRK-Russia military cooperation amid Ukraine conflict

The Foreign Ministers of several nations have issued a statement condemning the growing military collaboration between North Korea and Russia.


Frances Perkins honored with national monument designation in Maine

President Joe Biden, Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su, and Department of the Interior Secretary Deb Haaland have announced the designation of the Frances Perkins National Monument in Newcastle, Maine.


Kanawha County man pleads guilty to federal gun crime

Eddie Wayne Chapman Jr., a 39-year-old resident of St. Albans, has entered a guilty plea to the charge of being a felon in possession of a firearm.


Falmouth man admits guilt in tax evasion case

A Falmouth man has admitted guilt in a tax evasion case, as reported by the U.S. District Court in Portland.


EPA announces first WIFIA loan in Delaware for wastewater improvements

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a $12 million loan under the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) to New Castle County, Delaware.


House committees seek information from CVS Health on potential anticompetitive practices

Rep. Jim Jordan and Rep. Thomas Massie have sent a letter to David Joyner, President and CEO of CVS Health, requesting documents related to CVS Caremark's practices.