News published on Federal Newswire in December 2024

News from December 2024


Former postal worker pleads guilty to embezzling gift cards

A former U.S. Postal Service letter carrier has admitted to stealing gift cards from the mail, according to court records.


Biden-Harris administration unveils national plan on native language revitalization

The Biden-Harris administration has unveiled a 10-year National Plan on Native Language Revitalization at the 2024 White House Tribal Nations Summit.


Tulsa police secure $2.5M DOJ grant for unsolved sexual assault case investigations

Today, the Tulsa Police Department received a significant boost in its efforts to address unsolved sexual assault cases.


FTC halts fraudulent scheme targeting student loan borrowers

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has intervened to stop a scheme that allegedly defrauded student loan borrowers of millions by pretending to be associated with the U.S. Department of Education.


Business groups file legal challenge against Proposition A in Missouri

Representatives from Missouri's business community have filed a legal petition with the Missouri Supreme Court to overturn Proposition A. This measure, passed in the November election, aims to raise the state's minimum wage to $15 an hour by 2026...


Brentwood man charged with illegal drone activity over military base

A Brentwood resident, Yinpiao Zhou, has been arrested on charges related to flying a drone over Vandenberg Space Force Base.


Biden establishes national monument at historic Carlisle Indian Industrial School

President Joe Biden has signed a presidential proclamation to establish the Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument in Carlisle, Pennsylvania.


Secretary Blinken highlights U.S. International Development Finance Corporation's achievements

Secretary Antony J. Blinken recently spoke at the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation's (DFC) fifth anniversary conference, highlighting the agency's accomplishments and future potential.


FTC issues $72 million refunds over Epic Games' billing practices

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has commenced the distribution of over $72 million in refunds to consumers affected by Epic Games' billing practices.


USDA announces initiatives supporting tribal nations at White House summit

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced new initiatives aimed at empowering Tribal Nations, as part of the Biden-Harris Administration's efforts to support Indigenous communities.


Bay Area home health agency owner sentenced for healthcare fraud

Veronica Katz, the owner of a Bay Area home health agency, has been sentenced to two years in federal prison for health care fraud.


Blockchain Association announces agenda for third annual policy summit

Blockchain Association is set to host its third annual Policy Summit in Washington, D.C., on December 16-17, 2024.


HUD allocates $72 million for Native American community development

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has allocated $72.6 million to 38 communities through the Indian Community Development Block Grant (ICDBG) program.


U.S. Marshals arrest suspect in D.C. homicide investigation

The U.S. Marshals Service has apprehended Dionzai Parker, also known as "Moneybag Jefe," on charges including conspiracy and first-degree murder while armed for the killing of Brice Djembissi on February 25, 2023.


Moolenaar discusses CCP threat at Reagan National Defense Forum

Chairman John Moolenaar of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party recently appeared on Fox News during the Reagan National Defense Forum.


CCIA warns against broad state AI regulations hindering innovation

The Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) has released a report highlighting the legislative trends and challenges in state regulation of artificial intelligence (AI).


Frankfort Hospital agrees on ADA compliance measures after investigation

The United States has finalized an agreement with Frankfort Regional Medical Center (FRMC), a healthcare facility in Frankfort, Kentucky, to address allegations of non-compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).


Secretary Haaland highlights tribal progress at White House summit

Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland addressed attendees at the Biden-Harris administration’s fourth White House Tribal Nations Summit, held at the Department of the Interior.


Albany man sentenced for trafficking large quantities of cocaine and marijuana

Brian Scott, a 44-year-old resident of Albany, has been sentenced to ten years in prison for his involvement in drug trafficking.


Five Guatemalans charged over deadly 2021 Chiapas migrant tragedy

An international enforcement operation has led to the arrest of five Guatemalan nationals linked to a 2021 incident in Chiapas, Mexico.