News published on Federal Newswire in January 2025

News from January 2025


International crypto vendor sentenced for $20 million money laundering conspiracy

An Indian national, Anurag Pramod Murarka, aged 30, has been sentenced to 121 months in prison for conspiracy to commit money laundering.


Michael F. Easley Jr., U.S. Attorney for Eastern NC announces resignation

U.S. Attorney Michael F. Easley, Jr., has announced his resignation effective February 3, 2025, after serving since November 2021.


EPA issues explanation for changes at West Lake Landfill Superfund site

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 7 has issued an Explanation of Significant Differences (ESD) for the West Lake Landfill Superfund Site, Operable Units (OUs) 1 and 2, located in Bridgeton, Missouri.


Alaska named jurisdiction of focus under Violence Against Women Act

The U.S. Attorney for Alaska, S. Lane Tucker, has announced that the state has been designated as a jurisdiction of focus under the Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization Act of 2022 (VAWA).


Tara M. Lyons appointed Acting U.S. Attorney for Southern District of Georgia

As of January 18, 2025, Tara M. Lyons will serve as the Acting U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Georgia.


US sanctions actors undermining peace in Bosnia-Herzegovina

On January 8, 2025, the President of the United States issued Executive Order (E.O.) 14140, an amendment to E.O. 14033.


OSHA cites appliance maker after fatal accident due to machine hazards

Federal workplace safety investigators have determined that Haier US Appliance Solutions Inc., a manufacturer of GE-brand appliances in Decatur, Alabama, failed to adhere to machine safety standards.


Benton Harbor man sentenced for illegal firearm possession

U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Michigan, Mark Totten, has announced that Lamon Tirell Turner, a 47-year-old resident of Benton Harbor, has been sentenced to 100 months in federal prison.


Sioux City man sentenced for gun possession and meth distribution

A Sioux City man has been sentenced to 16 years in federal prison following a guilty plea to charges of illegal firearm possession and intent to distribute methamphetamine.


Biden grants clemency to nearly 2,500 non-violent drug offenders

Today, President Joe Biden announced the commutation of sentences for nearly 2,500 individuals convicted of non-violent drug offenses.


Guatemalan national pleads guilty to illegal US reentry

A Guatemalan man, Edilzar Morales-Barillas, has pleaded guilty in a Boston federal court to unlawfully reentering the United States after being deported.


Antony Blinken addresses State Department staff ahead of transition

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken addressed employees at the C Street Lobby in Washington, D.C., reflecting on his tenure and the current state of global affairs.


Scaffold firm penalized for unsafe practices at Massachusetts high-rise

A federal administrative law judge has ruled against Greg Beeche Logistics, a scaffold installation company based in Waterford, New York.


FTC reveals use of personal data in setting individualized consumer prices

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has released initial findings from its study on surveillance pricing, revealing that personal data such as precise location and browser history are often used to set individualized prices for consumers.


Hot Springs man receives federal sentence for drugs and firearms

An Arkansas man has been sentenced to over 10 years in federal prison for drug and firearm offenses.


FTC finalizes consent order on Chevron-Hess acquisition

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized a consent order addressing antitrust issues related to Chevron Corporation's acquisition of Hess Corporation.


New Jersey firm fined $1 million for Clean Water Act breach

A New Jersey-based company, National Water Main Cleaning Company (NWMCC), has been sentenced for a felony violation of the Clean Water Act.


Two Dane County men charged with armed robbery of Fitchburg bank

Two men from Dane County are in federal custody following charges related to an armed robbery at a bank in Fitchburg.


Manitowoc man sentenced to 25 years for receipt of child pornography

United States Attorney Gregory J. Haanstad announced that Robert D. Nytes, a 49-year-old resident of Manitowoc, Wisconsin, has been sentenced to 300 months in federal prison for receipt of child pornography.


Boston gang member pleads guilty to drug conspiracy charges

A member of the Boston-based gang H-Block has admitted guilt in federal court to charges related to drug conspiracies.