News published on Federal Newswire in November 2024

News from November 2024


Childcare costs exceed rent in several US counties

The U.S. Department of Labor has released an update to the National Database of Childcare Prices, revealing that child care costs can surpass monthly rent expenses in many U.S. counties.


HUD allocates $73M for technical assistance under Community Compass program

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced the allocation of $73 million in cooperative agreements under the Community Compass Technical Assistance and Capacity Building Program.


Moolenaar discusses revoking China's trade status as 'most favored nation'

Chairman John Moolenaar of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party appeared on NewsNation to discuss his new legislative proposal.


Oklahoma City man sentenced to ten years for drug and gun charges

Quintral Demetrices Jones, a 28-year-old resident of Oklahoma City, has been sentenced to ten years in federal prison.


Digital retail reshapes consumer priorities amid growing omnichannel trends

A recent report by the CCIA Research Center examines how the expansion of digital and omnichannel retail options is influencing consumer behavior.


Daniel-Davis highlights progress on climate initiatives at COP29

Acting Deputy Secretary Laura Daniel-Davis spoke at the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan, highlighting efforts by the Biden-Harris administration to address climate change and economic inequity through nature-based...


Migrant woman dies after crossing border without water; investigation underway

On May 31, 2024, two migrants sought help at a residence in Sunland Park, New Mexico.


West Bridgewater man pleads guilty to federal child pornography charges

A West Bridgewater man has admitted guilt in a case involving child pornography charges.


U.S. proposes $285M award for new semiconductor institute in North Carolina

The Biden-Harris Administration has announced that the U.S. Department of Commerce is entering negotiations with the Semiconductor Research Corporation Manufacturing Consortium Corporation (SRC) to establish a new Manufacturing USA institute in...


U.S., Philippines strengthen defense ties amid regional tensions

Philippines' President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Secretary of National Defense Gilberto C. Teodoro, Jr. welcomed United States Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III during his visit to the Philippines on November 18, 2024.


Juvenile justice reforms emphasized at national conference

Acting Assistant Attorney General Brent J. Cohen addressed attendees at the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) National Conference on Youth Justice, marking the first national conference by OJJDP in over a decade.


Violence against women tribal consultation highlights collaborative efforts

Director Rosie Hidalgo recently addressed attendees at the 19th Annual Government-to-Government Violence Against Women Tribal Consultation.


Five plead guilty in major drug conspiracy case

Five individuals have entered guilty pleas to federal drug and related charges in the Eastern District of Oklahoma.


Brownsville CBP intercepts nearly $770K worth of drugs in two incidents

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Brownsville Port of Entry recently intercepted narcotics in two separate incidents, with a combined estimated street value of $768,867.


Aerospace Industries Association releases AI governance plan for aerospace sector

The Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) has introduced the AI Flight Plan, a pioneering document aimed at establishing best practices for governing the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the aerospace sector.


Del Rio CBP officers detain suspect with child sexual abuse warrant

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Del Rio Port of Entry have apprehended a man wanted on an outstanding felony warrant related to a sex offense against a child.


Marine Corps officers nominated for promotion to brigadier general

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III has announced the president's nominations for several Marine Corps officers to be appointed to the grade of brigadier general.


Understanding value-added tax: differences from sales taxes

A value-added tax (VAT) is a consumption tax assessed on the value added at each production stage of a good or service.


Blinken and Turkish foreign minister discuss conflicts at G20

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken held a meeting with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan in Rio de Janeiro during the G20 conference.


U.S. Coast Guard seizes cocaine; suspects face federal charges

United States Attorney Delia L. Smith announced the initial court appearance of Julio Contreras Bueno and Christian Garay Ochoa, both from Mexico, following their indictment on charges of conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute cocaine on...