News published on Federal Newswire in February 2025

News from February 2025


Missouri man pleads guilty to traveling for illicit conduct with minor

U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans announced that Eric Charles Fuller, a 54-year-old from Springfield, Missouri, has pled guilty to interstate travel with intent to engage in illicit sexual conduct.


Secretary Wright unveils plan for boosting U.S. energy production

U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright has signed a Secretarial Order aimed at advancing American energy initiatives in line with President Trump's executive orders.


Palm Bay man receives over 11-year sentence for child sex abuse material

A Palm Bay resident, Erik Bjorndal, has been sentenced to 11 years and 4 months in federal prison for the receipt of child sexual abuse material.


Jefferson Parish man receives over nine years for gun and drug offenses

A Jefferson Parish resident, Jazz Gilds, 39, has been sentenced to 108 months in prison following his guilty plea to federal gun and drug charges. U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans announced the sentencing on January 30, 2025, by United States District...


Okemah resident pleads guilty to armed felony assault

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma has reported that Gregory Dwayne Guinn, also known as Gregory Dewayne Guinn, age 23, from Okemah, Oklahoma, has pleaded guilty to charges stemming from an incident involving...


NFU President urges Senate for strong 2025 farm bill amid growing challenges

National Farmers Union President Rob Larew testified before the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, addressing the economic challenges facing family farmers and ranchers.


New York woman pleads guilty to multiple charges including bank fraud

A New York woman, Theresa Hartung, 62, has pleaded guilty to charges of bank fraud, false use of a passport, and aggravated identity theft in the U.S. District Court in Portland.


Federal agencies establish temporary processing site for wildfire recovery in Los Angeles

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has partnered with various state and local agencies to expedite wildfire recovery efforts following the Palisades Fire.


Philadelphia man sentenced for meth distribution and illegal ammunition possession

United States Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero announced that Tory Garvin, 49, from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison.


Lincoln man found guilty in methamphetamine distribution conspiracy

United States Attorney Susan Lehr announced that William Arthur Parrott, a 54-year-old resident of Lincoln, Nebraska, was convicted on January 30, 2025.


Oklahoma City man pleads guilty to defrauding Farmers Bank

Aaron D. Johnson, a 42-year-old resident of Oklahoma City, has admitted guilt in a bank fraud case involving Farmers Bank.


Raleigh County woman pleads guilty to fentanyl distribution

Melanie E. Hussain, a 25-year-old resident of Crab Orchard, has pleaded guilty to distributing fentanyl.


California man sentenced for attempted coercion of minor

A man from Rohnert Park, California, has been sentenced to 136 months in federal prison for attempted coercion and enticement of a minor.


Sorrento man indicted for robberies at Circle K stores in Florida

United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg has announced the indictment of Jose Flores Avila, a 33-year-old resident of Sorrento, on charges related to two robberies at Circle K stores in Lake and Orange Counties.


Four convicted for stealing funds using victim’s Social Security numbers

A Newark man has been sentenced to federal prison for his involvement in a conspiracy to commit bank fraud and aggravated identity theft. U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei announced that Cory Scott Becker, 41, received a 36-month prison term from...


Broadband leaders extend voluntary agreement to enhance device energy efficiency through 2028

The Consumer Technology Association (CTA), NCTA – The Internet & Television Association, Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E), broadband internet service providers, and device manufacturers have announced an extension of the "Voluntary Agreement" aimed...


Treasury committee reviews fiscal strategies amid shifting economic landscape

The Treasury Borrowing Advisory Committee convened on February 4, 2025, at the Department of the Treasury to discuss various financial matters.


EPA renames division honoring Gulf's economic role

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the renaming of its Gulf of Mexico Division to the Gulf of America Division.


Scott Turner confirmed as new HUD Secretary by U.S. Senate

The National Association of REALTORS (NAR) has extended its congratulations to Scott Turner following his confirmation by the United States Senate as the Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).


U.S. Attorney's Office collects over $20M in fiscal year 2024

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of North Carolina has reported the collection of over $20 million in criminal and civil actions during Fiscal Year 2024.