TUCSON, Arizona, Aug. 30 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the District of Arizona issued the following news release on Aug. 29, 2024: Roy L. Layne, 44, of St. David, pleaded guilty yesterday to two counts of Wire Fraud and one count of Filing a False Claim. Sentencing is scheduled for February 3, 2025, before United States District Judge John C. Hinderaker. Layne admitted that during the COVID-19 global pandemic he fraudulently applied for U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Economi  more

BISBEE, Arizona, Aug. 30 -- Cochise County issued the following news: Cochise County is excited to announce the launch of the Comprehensive Plan 2045 Update. The Comprehensive Plan is a long-term planning document that guide's the county's growth and development over the next ten to twenty years. Cochise County's comprehensive plan was last adopted in 2015. A lot can change in ten years. This update will help better align county policy with our current and projected population demographics, ec  more

BISBEE, Arizona, Aug. 30 -- Cochise County issued the following news: In an effort to protect public health and ensure food safety, the Cochise County Environmental Health Team is reminding residents and visitors to exercise caution when purchasing food from roadside stands or temporary vendors at events. The team emphasizes the importance of checking for proper food establishment licenses before making any food purchases. Unlicensed food vendors may not adhere to essential food safety practic  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Defense issued the following news: DEPUTY PENTAGON PRESS SECRETARY SABRINA SINGH: Welcome back. All right. Good afternoon, everyone. Just a few things at the top and then happy to take your questions. First, Secretary Austin welcomed Polish Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defense, Kosiniak-Kamysz to the Pentagon today. The two leaders discussed the ongoing war in Ukraine and how Putin's war of choice continues to threaten our shared   more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Department of Energy issued the following news: * * * Energy.gov Biden-Harris Administration Announces Arizona's Launch of First Phase of Federal Home Energy Rebates Program Helping Lower Families' Utility Bills At Full Deployment, Eligible Arizona Homeowners Can Receive up to $14,000 Through the Home Energy Rebate Programs to Save Energy and Save Money on Energy-Efficient Home Upgrades * * * PHOENIX, ARIZ. -- As part of President Biden's Investing in Americ  more

GLYNCO, Georgia, Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers issued the following news release: The Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers (FLETC) is pleased to announce the appointment of David Rosado as the new Assistant Director for the Training Management Operations Directorate (TMO) assuming his role at FLETC on September 22, 2024. Mr. Rosado brings a wealth of experience in law enforcement, security management, and public service to his  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on Aug. 29, 2024: * * * Defendant Obtained More Than $850,000 from IRS and SBA * * * An Arizona man pleaded guilty yesterday to wire fraud and filing a false refund claim with the IRS. According to court documents and statements made in court, in 2020 and 2021, Roy L. Layne submitted false applications on behalf of several bogus businesses to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for loans from th  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 30 -- The National Labor Relations Board issued the following decision (Case No. 28-RD-348864) by Region 28 Director Cornele A. Overstreet: * * * NP RED ROCK LLC d/b/a RED ROCK CASINO RESORT & SPA, Employer and PAOLA PARAVICINO, Petitioner and LOCAL JOINT EXECUTIVE BOARD OF LAS VEGAS a/w UNITE HERE INTERNATIONAL UNION, Union DECISION AND ORDER VACATING NOTICE OF HEARING AND DISMISSING PETITION On August 9, 2024, Petitioner filed the petition in this matter seeking to decerti  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 (TNSres) -- The National Science Foundation issued the following news release: The U.S. National Science Foundation is investing $39 million to help grow quantum research activities at more institutions across America through the NSF Expanding Capacity in Quantum Information Science and Engineering (ExpandQISE) program. This investment will fund 23 research projects aiming to break new ground in fields such as quantum computing, sensors and materials. The funding will direct  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release: CBP officers working at the San Ysidro Port of Entry find narcotics concealed within hidden vehicle compartment. SAN YSIDRO, Calif., U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers assigned to the San Ysidro Port of Entry successfully interdicted over one ton of narcotics, worth millions of dollars in the month of July. During the month of July, CBP officers wo  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Transportation Security Administration issued the following news release: HONOLULU - The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is now accepting Hawaii-issued digital driver licenses and identification cards from travelers who have added it to Apple Wallet. Hawaii is the 11th state to offer its residents the option of using a digital ID for identity verification at select airports nationwide. "We are pleased to have partne  more

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Aug. 30 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Virginia issued the following news release on Aug. 29, 2024: A federal grand jury in Charlottesville returned an indictment yesterday charging a Winchester, Virginia man with making online threats to kill, kidnap, or injure Vice President Kamala Harris and Former President Barrack Obama. According to court documents, Frank Lucio Carillo, 66, is charged with 14 counts--five counts of making threats  more