News published on Federal Newswire in November 2024

News from November 2024


Justice Department sues Pennsylvania over discriminatory housing codes for disabled persons

The U.S. Department of Justice has initiated legal action against the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, along with its Departments of Labor and Industry and Human Services.


Deputy AG highlights progress and challenges at national youth justice conference

Principal Deputy Associate Attorney General Benjamin C. Mizer recently addressed attendees at the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) National Conference on Youth Justice.


USDA announces $2 billion support for specialty crops after 2024 natural disasters

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced new initiatives aimed at supporting specialty crop producers and enhancing crop storage facilities in response to the challenges posed by recent natural disasters.


CBP releases operational statistics highlighting decreased border crossings and increased removals

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has published its operational statistics for October 2024, detailing a range of enforcement activities and trends.


New Jersey bakery fined $385K over unresolved safety violations

A bakery in Paterson, New Jersey, has been fined $385,221 by the U.S. Department of Labor after an investigation revealed ongoing safety hazards at its facility.


Defense Department signs MOU with Commerce's Minority Business Development Agency

The Department of Defense (DoD) and the Department of Commerce's Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).


Meta hosts hackathon promoting AI solutions for public service challenges

Meta recently concluded its Llama Impact Hackathon in London, focusing on AI solutions for public services.


HUD hosts summit for Native homeownership during heritage month

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is set to host a national Native Homeownership and Asset Building Summit during Native American Heritage Month.


Debt collection scheme leader sentenced to prison

Joseph Ciffa, a resident of Tonawanda, NY, has been sentenced to 37 months in prison following his conviction for conspiracy to commit wire fraud and filing a false tax return. U.S. District Judge Richard J. Arcara handed down the sentence.


Lancaster man admits guilt in wire fraud case involving nearly $5 million

Robert Namath Emory, a 54-year-old resident of Lancaster, has admitted guilt to wire fraud charges after misappropriating funds from his employer.


Brazilian man sentenced for illegal reentry into the United States

A Brazilian national, Jose Antonio Moreira Martins Desouza, was sentenced in a Boston federal court for illegally reentering the United States after deportation.


Instagram introduces reset option for personalized recommendations

Instagram is introducing a new feature aimed at enhancing user experience, particularly for teenagers.


Oklahoma City man sentenced to 40 years for child pornography offenses

Michael Rios, a 43-year-old resident of Oklahoma City, has been sentenced to 40 years in federal prison for possession and distribution of child pornography.


Asheville lifts boil water notice post-Hurricane Helene

On November 18, 2024, the City of Asheville Water Resources Department announced the lifting of the Boil Water Notice that was put in place following Hurricane Helene.


Utah man pleads guilty to $4.9M securities fraud scheme

A Utah County man has pleaded guilty to securities fraud, admitting to defrauding clients through the sale of investment contracts without a license.


Labor delegation attends UN climate change conference

A delegation from the Department of Labor's Bureau of International Labor Affairs, led by Deputy Undersecretary for International Affairs Thea Lee, attended the 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Azerbaijan from November 13-15.


HUD reports increased innovation among employees according to annual survey

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has released the findings of the 2024 Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey (FEVS), a significant annual survey that gauges federal employees' perspectives on their work environment,...


Minkara travels to UAE and Bahrain for disability rights advocacy

Special Advisor on International Disability Rights, Sara Minkara, is set to visit the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Bahrain from November 19 to 21.


US congratulates Monaco on National Day celebrating longstanding partnership

On November 19, 2024, U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken extended congratulations to Monaco on its National Day, known as La Fête du Prince.


CBP intercepts fentanyl smugglers at El Paso border crossing

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Bridge of the Americas international crossing in El Paso seized nearly half a pound of fentanyl on November 17.