News published on Federal Newswire in January 2025

News from January 2025


AWS opens new infrastructure region in Mexico

Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced the opening of its AWS Mexico (Central) Region, expanding its infrastructure to provide more options for running applications and storing data in Mexico.


DHS adds 37 PRC-based firms to Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act list

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced the addition of 37 entities to the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) Entity List.


Berkeley County man sentenced for elder financial abuse

Joseph Beach, a 55-year-old resident of Inwood, West Virginia, has been sentenced to 41 months in federal prison for wire fraud.


Mendenhall man receives over eight-year sentence for firearm possession

A Mendenhall man has been sentenced to 100 months in prison for possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.


Lowell man arrested after evading drug trafficking charges for over three years

A Lowell man, Darasy Chhim, also known as "Mystickal" and "Rizzus," was arrested on January 10, 2025.


NFIB members vote on key state issues for 2025

NFIB members across the United States are now participating in the 2025 NFIB Member Ballot, which focuses on state issues.


New Mexico business owner settles COVID-19 fund misuse allegations

A business owner from New Mexico has agreed to pay $3.2 million in a settlement concerning allegations of misusing COVID-19 relief funds.


Man sentenced for orchestrating $1.5 million mortgage fraud scheme

A man from Schererville, Indiana, has been sentenced to over three years in federal prison for orchestrating a mortgage fraud scheme in Chicago.


Martin Estrada resigns as U.S. attorney for Central District of California

United States Attorney Martin Estrada has announced his resignation as the chief prosecutor for the Central District of California, effective January 17.


St. Louis man sentenced for refrigerant-based Ponzi scheme

U.S. District Judge Audrey G. Fleissig has sentenced a St. Louis man to 14 months in prison for orchestrating a Ponzi scheme centered around refrigerant sales.


Justice Department and OSHA caution companies over NDAs deterring antitrust crime reports

The Justice Department’s Antitrust Division and the Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) have jointly stated that non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) which deter individuals from reporting antitrust crimes...


EPA releases draft risk assessment on PFAS chemicals in sewage sludge

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a draft risk assessment examining the potential human health risks associated with per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in biosolids, commonly referred to as sewage sludge.


US, Japan, South Korea warn of North Korean cryptocurrency thefts

The United States, Japan, and the Republic of Korea have issued a joint statement warning the blockchain technology industry about ongoing cyber threats from the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK).


Boston man receives prison sentence for firearm offenses

A Boston man has been sentenced for his involvement in a firearm trafficking and straw purchasing conspiracy.


Chicago man pleads guilty to methamphetamine distribution charge

Edmund Omar Johnson, known by the aliases "Chicago" and "Polo," has entered a guilty plea for distributing methamphetamine.


FTC prohibits sale of sensitive location data by Gravy Analytics

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized an order that prevents Gravy Analytics and its subsidiary, Venntel, from unlawfully tracking and selling sensitive location data.


FTC announces virtual open commission meeting set for January 14

Today, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chair Lina M. Khan announced that an open meeting of the Commission will be held virtually on Tuesday, January 14, 2025.


Microsoft and Pearson partner for global expansion of ai-powered learning solutions

Microsoft and Pearson have announced a strategic partnership to address the challenge of skilling in the AI era.


Rochester man sentenced to 16 years for fentanyl distribution

U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross has announced that Walter H. Bennett, a 34-year-old resident of Rochester, New York, has been sentenced to 16 years in prison.


MS-13 leader pleads guilty to seven murders and multiple violent crimes

In a federal court session held in Central Islip, Jairo Saenz, also known as "Funny," admitted to multiple criminal activities.