News published on Federal Newswire in January 2025

News from January 2025


Man sentenced to 24 years for shooting incident involving father and child

Deon Cannon, a 30-year-old resident of Washington, D.C., has been sentenced to 24 years in prison for a shooting incident involving a father and his six-year-old son.


VA expands access to education benefits under updated policy

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced an update to the process for awarding GI Bill benefits, following a 2024 Supreme Court decision.


Progreso CBP captures fugitive with felony warrant at port of entry

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Progreso Port of Entry recently apprehended a man with an outstanding felony warrant.


Elder fraud cases highlight USAO's commitment against scams targeting seniors

Combatting elder fraud remains a significant focus for the United States Attorney’s Office (USAO) in the Northern District of Ohio.


Honduran national pleads guilty to unlawful reentry in Oklahoma

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma has announced that Adelby Isloa Martinez Mendez, a 35-year-old from Honduras, has pleaded guilty to one count of unlawful reentry of a removed alien.


U.S. imposes sanctions on Chinese firm linked to cyber intrusions

The United States has announced sanctions against Integrity Technology Group, Incorporated (Integrity Tech), a cybersecurity company based in Beijing.


Artists showcase tech-inspired works at CDT's 2024 Tech Prom

On November 14th, the Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) hosted its annual Tech Prom event, featuring a one-night-only Artist Exhibition.


Department of Labor recovers $1.9M for unpaid overtime at Rhode Island hospital

The U.S. Department of Labor has finalized a settlement with Rhode Island's Kent County Memorial Hospital and Care New England Health System.


Arthritis Knee Pain Centers and CEO face allegations of false claims to Medicare

The Arthritis Knee Pain Centers (AKPC) and its owner, Dr. John Rush, are facing allegations under the False Claims Act.


CBP arrests man at Progreso Port on child sexual assault warrant

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Progreso Port of Entry have apprehended a man wanted on an outstanding felony warrant in Hidalgo County.


Biden-Harris Administration outlines progress on LGBTQI+ equality

President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris have been acknowledged for their efforts in advancing equality for LGBTQI+ Americans.


Lexington man receives over ten years for meth distribution

Jaime Ramos-Gonzalez, a 64-year-old resident of Lexington, Nebraska, was sentenced on January 3, 2025, in federal court in Omaha for distributing methamphetamine.


Veterans Affairs proposes no copayments for certain whole health services

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced a proposed rule to exempt veterans from paying copays for specific Whole Health well-being services.


New Haven man pleads guilty to illegal firearm possession while on supervised release

Kenneth Sturdivant, a 39-year-old resident of New Haven, has pleaded guilty to charges of unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition by a felon.


Biden announces recipients of top national science and technology medals

President Biden has announced the latest recipients of the National Medal of Science and the National Medal of Technology and Innovation.


Treasury releases final rules for clean hydrogen production tax credit

The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service have released final rules for the section 45V Clean Hydrogen Production Tax Credit, a provision established by the Inflation Reduction Act.


Wichita residents face charges for series of Kansas bank robberies

A man and a woman from Wichita, Kansas, have been charged in connection with several bank robberies involving the use of a firearm.


Bahamian fugitive and Georgia escapee sentenced for federal gun charges

A Bahamian fugitive and a Georgia jail escapee have been sentenced to prison on federal gun charges following separate investigations in the Middle District of Georgia under Project Safe Neighborhoods.


Middle Georgia U.S. Attorney Peter D. Leary announces resignation effective January 11

U.S. Attorney Peter D. Leary has announced his resignation from the Middle District of Georgia, effective January 11, 2025.


HUD allocates over $226M to combat home health hazards

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced the allocation of over $226 million to various governmental and non-profit entities across the United States, including state, county, city, Tribal governments, and...