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EPA issues compliance order to Baltimore metal shredder over air violations

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued an administrative order on consent to Sims ARG Inc., a metal shredding and recycling facility located in Baltimore, Maryland.


FTC partners with libraries to combat scams through free resources

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is collaborating with libraries nationwide to offer resources aimed at helping individuals identify, avoid, and report scams. The initiative includes a series of office hours where participants can discuss consumer protection topics and explore programming ideas.


EPA awards $254K for pollution prevention initiatives in New York

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the allocation of nearly $254,000 in grants to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) and the New York State Pollution Prevention Institute at Rochester...


CBP seizes over 11,000 rounds of ammunition at El Paso port

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the El Paso port of entry have seized 11,100 rounds of 7.62 ammunition on November 5, 2024.


Camden man receives lengthy prison sentence for sex trafficking minors

A Camden man, Semaj A. Gilmore, was sentenced to 260 months in prison for trafficking three minors for commercial sex acts. U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced the sentencing today.


EPA orders Havasu Water Company to address public health risks

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has taken action against the Havasu Water Company in Southern California by issuing an Emergency Administrative Order under the Safe Drinking Water Act.


HUD charges Florida manager over alleged disability discrimination

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced charges against a property manager in Pensacola, Florida, Jonathan Faircloth, for alleged discrimination against a tenant with a disability.


State Department launches programs promoting STEM collaboration internationally

The U.S. Department of State has initiated two International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) exchanges this week, aimed at bolstering international collaborations in STEM education and enhancing capabilities in critical and emerging technology...


Maryland business owner pleads guilty in customs bribery case

A Maryland man, Christopher “Mac” Cassity, 51, has pleaded guilty to charges related to a bribery scheme involving a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) official.


CBP intercepts weapon cache at San Luis port

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Area Port of San Luis intercepted a significant cache of high-powered assault weapons.


Baxter County man sentenced to two decades for drug trafficking and firearms offenses

A man from Baxter County, Arkansas, has been sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for drug trafficking and firearms offenses.


CCIA voices concerns over proposed enforcement language in Colorado Privacy Act

The Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) has submitted comments concerning the proposed enforcement language for the Colorado Privacy Act.


Labor Department offers relief for hurricane-affected employee benefit plans

The U.S. Department of Labor has released guidance and relief measures for employee benefit plans, participants, and beneficiaries impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.


FTC schedules virtual open meeting with focus on consumer protection

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced a virtual open meeting scheduled for November 14, 2024.


Springdale woman sentenced for money laundering and false tax return

A woman from Springdale, Arkansas, has been sentenced to 13 years in federal prison and ordered to pay over $3.4 million in restitution for money laundering and filing a false tax return.


Jessica Stern visits South Africa for key LGBTQI+ rights meetings

Special Envoy Jessica Stern is set to visit Cape Town, South Africa, from November 8-15.


Businessman pleads guilty in tech export scheme involving Russian entities

Ilya Khan, a businessman with citizenship in the United States, Israel, and Russia, has pleaded guilty to charges related to exporting sensitive technology to Russia.


Member of violent network sentenced for child exploitation

Richard Anthony Reyna Densmore, a 47-year-old resident of Kaleva, Michigan, has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for the sexual exploitation of a child.


App Association optimistic about Trump-Vance Administration's support for small businesses

The App Association, a global trade group representing small and medium-sized technology companies, has issued a statement regarding the outcome of the 2024 election.


Austin discusses regional security with Israeli defense minister

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III recently held a conversation with Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant, as reported by Pentagon Press Secretary Maj.