News published on Federal Newswire in November 2024

News from November 2024


EPA awards over $300K for pollution prevention initiatives in Minnesota

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced grants totaling $334,133 to support pollution prevention efforts in Minnesota.


Doctor pleads guilty in drug distribution conspiracy involving cash-for-prescriptions scheme

A New England doctor, Adnan S. Khan, has pleaded guilty to a conspiracy charge related to the illegal distribution of controlled substances.


Department of Defense names new director for Asia-Pacific center

The Department of Defense has announced the appointment of Maj.


U.S. GDP rises as consumer spending boosts economic growth

The U.S. Commerce Department's Bureau of Economic Analysis has reported a significant increase in the nation's real gross domestic product (GDP), which rose at an annual rate of 2.8 percent during the third quarter of 2024.


Former prison guard sentenced for child exploitation offenses

A former officer at Coffeewood Correctional Center in Mitchells, Virginia, has been sentenced to 40 years in federal prison.


U.S. remembers embassy takeover in Tehran on its 45th anniversary

Forty-five years have passed since the takeover of the U.S. Embassy in Tehran, an event that resulted in American diplomats being held hostage for 444 days.


USDA approves disaster food aid for South Carolina after Hurricane Helene

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced that residents in South Carolina affected by Hurricane Helene may qualify for food assistance through the Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP).


Turkish national arrested over alleged conspiracy violating US-Venezuela sanctions

Taskin Torlak, a 37-year-old Turkish national, was arrested in Miami on November 2 for allegedly conspiring to violate U.S. sanctions.


FTC distributes $17 million in refunds over Brigit's deceptive practices

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is distributing over $17 million in refunds to consumers affected by the actions of Brigit, an online cash advance provider.


AI-bioscience collaborative summit focuses on international cooperation

On November 1, 2024, the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. National Science Foundation, and the U.S. National Institute for Standards and Technology held the first government-led global summit on AI-enabled bioscience.


Law enforcement engages with students at BLAST event in Tallahassee

The United States Attorney’s Office, in collaboration with the Tallahassee Police Department and Leon High School, is organizing a BLAST event at Leon High School on Thursday, November 7.


Victims awarded restitution after cryptocurrency scam leads to Kansas bank failure

After a significant cryptocurrency scheme led to the failure of a Kansas bank, a federal judge has ordered that millions of dollars seized by the government be distributed among investors who suffered financial losses.


EPA awards $281K grant for Illinois business pollution prevention

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced that the University of Illinois will receive $281,280 in grants to assist businesses in adopting pollution prevention practices.


FTC halts operation of Georgia-based debt collector accused of unlawful practices

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has initiated legal action against Global Circulation, Inc. (GCI), a debt collection company based in Georgia, and its owner, Kenneth Redon III.


McKesson resolves racial discrimination claims with $448K settlement

The U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) has reached an agreement with McKesson Medical-Surgical Inc., a major distributor of medical supplies, to address allegations of systemic hiring discrimination...


Blinken discusses Middle East conflicts with Egyptian Foreign Minister Abdelatty

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken held a conversation with Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty to address ongoing issues in the Middle East and Sudan.


Florida man charged with making online threats faces up to 20 years

An indictment has been unsealed charging Nathaniel James Holmes, a 51-year-old resident of Jacksonville, Florida, with four counts of transmitting interstate threats to injure others.


EPA partners with Franklin Park on initiative for replacing lead pipes

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a partnership with the Village of Franklin Park, Illinois, to accelerate the replacement of lead water pipes and protect public health.


US congratulates Micronesia on 38th Independence Day

The United States has extended its congratulations to the Federated States of Micronesia on their 38th Independence Day.


Molly Phee leads US delegation to Dakar Biennale

Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs, Molly Phee, is visiting Dakar, Senegal from November 2-8 to attend the Dakar Biennale.