News published on Federal Newswire in November 2024

News from November 2024


Indiana man pleads guilty in Twin Cities fentanyl distribution case

An Indiana man has admitted guilt in a drug trafficking conspiracy involving the distribution of fentanyl across the Twin Cities and nearby regions.


Meta expands AI features on Ray-Ban glasses across four European countries

Meta has announced the expansion of its AI capabilities on Ray-Ban Meta glasses to France, Italy, Ireland, and Spain.


Department of Defense reveals class of 2025 LUCI fellows

The Department of Defense (DoD) has announced the class of 2025 Laboratory-University Collaboration Initiative (LUCI) fellows.


House panel on Chinese Communist Party continues with bipartisan support

The House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party will continue its work in the upcoming Congress, according to Chairman John Moolenaar.


Justice Department finds civil rights violations by Worcester Police

The Justice Department has released findings from its investigation into the Worcester Police Department (WPD) and the City of Worcester, Massachusetts.


New report highlights New York small businesses' impact on local communities

NFIB has released its 2024 Small Businesses’ Contribution to the Community report, providing insights into how small businesses across New York contribute to their communities.


CBP intercepts fentanyl shipment in Norfolk destined for Sierra Leone

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers in Norfolk, Virginia, discovered fentanyl powder during a routine inspection of vehicles in an export container on November 8.


Biloxi restaurant sentenced for conspiracy in seafood misbranding case

A Mississippi corporation, Mary Mahoney’s Old French House restaurant in Biloxi, and its co-owner and manager, Anthony Charles Cvitanovich, have been sentenced following charges related to a conspiracy to misbrand seafood.


Blinken meets with foreign ministers at G20 Summit

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken held a meeting with foreign ministers and senior officials from Canada, Chile, France, Italy, Mexico, Paraguay, Spain, the United Kingdom, and Uruguay.


Harris Jewelry ordered by court to reopen claims portal for servicemember refunds

A federal court has mandated Harris Jewelry to reopen its claims process and notify consumers, primarily active duty servicemembers, to submit refund requests.


U.S. imposes new sanctions on Israeli individuals and entities linked to West Bank violence

The United States has announced financial sanctions against certain individuals and an entity due to their involvement in activities that threaten peace and stability in the West Bank.


Farmers union urges swift congressional action on farm bill

National Farmers Union President Rob Larew has issued a statement urging Congress to prioritize the passage of a comprehensive five-year Farm Bill.


New York City set to launch congestion pricing toll in January

New York will soon become the first city in the United States to implement a congestion pricing toll.


Verma discusses Ukraine support with Bulgarian Foreign Minister

Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard R. Verma met with Bulgarian Foreign Minister Ivan Kondov in Sofia.


New Jersey postmaster faces federal charges for alleged sexual assault

A U.S. Postal Service Postmaster has been indicted on federal civil rights charges related to a sexual assault incident involving a postal employee.


Treasury reports September 2024 sees significant increase in TIC inflows

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has published the Treasury International Capital (TIC) data for September 2024, revealing a net TIC inflow of $398.4 billion.


Puerto Rico receives educational transformation guidance from U.S. Department

The U.S. Department of Education has released the Puerto Rico Educational Transformation Guidebook, offering recommendations for local leaders to continue decentralizing education efforts on the island.


NFIB releases report on small business contributions to communities

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has published its 2024 report on small businesses' contributions to their communities.


Lawrence man accused of COVID relief fund fraud

A Lawrence man has been charged in Boston's federal court for allegedly obtaining COVID-19 relief funds and Social Security benefits fraudulently.


Borrego Springs man sentenced to ten years for child abuse material possession

A Borrego Springs man, Robert Clonts, has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for possessing child sex abuse material.