News published on Federal Newswire in November 2024

News from November 2024


Department releases plan to enhance defense communities' resilience

The Department of Defense has released the Resilient and Healthy Defense Communities Implementation Plan (RHDC-IP).


Wisconsin receives $4.3M grant for employment aid amid opioid crisis

The U.S. Department of Labor has announced a grant of $4.3 million to Wisconsin's Department of Workforce Development.


Court strikes down SEC's dealer rule following legal challenge

The United States District Court of the Northern District of Texas has ruled that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) exceeded its statutory authority with its dealer rule, which has now been struck down.


Man sentenced for bombing attempt at Alabama AG's office

A federal judge has sentenced Kyle Benjamin Douglas Calvert, a 27-year-old resident of Irondale, Alabama, to nine years in prison for using an explosive device outside the Alabama Attorney General’s Office in Montgomery.


Acting Deputy Secretary concludes COP29 participation emphasizing global climate resilience efforts

Acting Deputy Secretary Laura Daniel-Davis concluded her participation in the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29) of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change in Baku, Azerbaijan.


Violence Against Women Tribal Consultation addresses critical issues on final day

Director Rosie Hidalgo addressed attendees on the third day of the 19th Annual Government-to-Government Violence Against Women Tribal Consultation.


Resettlement Diplomacy Network holds second ministerial meeting

The governments of the United States, Australia, Canada, Spain, Italy, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the European Commission released a joint statement following the second ministerial meeting of the Resettlement Diplomacy Network (RDN).


New Mexico State University receives grant for pollution prevention initiatives

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced that New Mexico State University will receive $350,000 in grants to assist businesses in adopting pollution prevention practices.


TechNet voices concern over DOJ's proposed remedies in Google antitrust case

Linda Moore, President and CEO of TechNet, has expressed concerns regarding the Department of Justice's proposed remedies in the antitrust case against Google.


Urgent action needed as overdose epidemic continues

A new report highlights the urgent need for action to address the overdose epidemic.


EPA allocates over $32 million for Oklahoma's water infrastructure

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a significant allocation of $32,943,000 to the state of Oklahoma.


Rare fruit fly larvae intercepted at Detroit Metro Airport

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agriculture specialists at Detroit Metropolitan Airport intercepted live larvae from a rare fruit fly earlier this year.


Yellen announces $76M funding for community lenders on CDFI Fund's anniversary

Today, the U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen announced $76 million in funding for community lenders as part of the 30th anniversary celebration of the Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) Fund.


Livestreaming platforms adopt new strategies against child sexual exploitation

In recent years, livestreaming platforms have become increasingly popular, enabling users worldwide to broadcast real-time video and audio content.


EPA awards over $1M in grants for pollution prevention in Louisiana

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced that Louisiana State University and Delgado Community College will receive grants totaling $1,049,700 to support pollution prevention efforts in local communities.


US outlines defense strategy for Southeast Asia amid growing regional challenges

The United States has outlined its vision for a secure and prosperous Southeast Asia, emphasizing cooperation with ASEAN to promote regional stability.


Boston man faces federal firearm charge after moped incident

A Boston man, Kyvon Ross, 25, has been charged in federal court with illegally possessing a firearm and ammunition.


Heritage Foundation releases book advocating for U.S. nuclear energy reform

The Heritage Foundation has announced the release of a new book titled "Nuclear Revolution: Powering the Next Generation," published by Optimum Publishing International.


Justice Department finds civil rights violations by Trenton Police Department

The U.S. Department of Justice's Civil Rights Division and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey have announced findings that the Trenton Police Department (TPD) and the City of Trenton, New Jersey, are involved in practices...


Lawmakers urge FCC scrutiny over potential evasion by Chinese surveillance firm

Chairman John Moolenaar and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party have raised concerns regarding a transaction involving Zhejiang...