WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management issued the following news release: < All Press Releases SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- The Bureau of Land Management has acquired the Lost Coast Redwoods property from Save the Redwoods League ensuring lasting protections of approximately 4,500 acres along eight miles of California coastline. Conservation of the Lost Coast Redwoods benefits coastal wildlife and future public access. Funded by the federal Land and Wate  more

OAKLAND, California, Jan. 11 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release on Jan. 10, 2025: California Attorney General Rob Bonta, along with 14 attorneys general, urged the Biden Administration to extend the temporary protected status (TPS) designation for all 17 countries currently designated - or at minimum extend it for the seven countries for which the designation ends within six months. In the letter, the attorneys general also request that the Biden Administ  more

OAKLAND, California, Jan. 11 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release on Jan. 9, 2025: * * * Raises concern with Walmart's recent decision to end supplier diversity programs, philanthropic efforts, equity trainings, and internal use of "diversity" and "DEI" * * * California Attorney General Rob Bonta today, as part of a coalition of 13 attorneys general, sent a letter to Walmart CEO Doug McMillan expressing concern with regarding Walmart's recent decision t  more

SACRAMENTO, California, Jan. 4 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Jan. 3, 2025: Building on the nation-leading nutrition and health standards established in California, Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order today to continue investigating the adverse health effects of synthetic food dyes and increase access to affordable, healthy foods. "Ultra-processed foods" are known to pose a health risk to individuals, and today's efforts are designed to supp  more

SACRAMENTO, California, Jan. 10 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following statement on Jan. 9, 2025, on the death of Timothy Corlew, Riverside County Sheriff's office deputy: * * * "It is with profound sadness that Jennifer and I extend our condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Deputy Corlew. His unwavering commitment to protecting and serving the community exemplifies the very best of what it means to be a public servant. We are forever grateful for his servic  more

SACRAMENTO, California, Jan. 11 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Jan. 10, 2025: Governor Gavin Newsom today sent to the Legislature his budget for fiscal year 2025-26 - a balanced funding plan that maintains the state's fiscal stability while preserving key investments for education, public safety, and wildfire and forest resilience. The budget additionally continues support for robust economic growth, climate action, and high-paying jobs and career devel  more

LOS ANGELES, California, Jan. 10 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Jan. 9, 2025: Following President Biden's afternoon briefing regarding the unprecedented Los Angeles fires, Governor Gavin Newsom today thanked the Biden-Harris Administration for its swift support for the state that is boosting response efforts and protecting thousands of Californians. The Governor met today with Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Administrator Deanne Criswell whil  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The Commodity Futures Trading Commission issued the following keynote address on Jan. 8, 2025, by Chairman Rostin Behnam to the Brookings Institution: * * * Introduction Today will be my last official remarks as the CFTC's 15th Chairman. It is too early to fully process and articulate in a salient way what the last seven years have meant for me. I can say, without hesitation, that I approached every part of my job with the utmost focus and care. I have always priorit  more

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Jan. 10 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: The Defense Department announced Jan. 8 that it will work to provide additional firefighting personnel and capabilities to California as that state's Los Angeles County region continues to be ravaged by a series of out-of-control wildfires that broke out yesterday. The order to provide the personnel and capabilities came at the direction of President  more

RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany, Jan. 9 -- The U.S. Department of Defense issued the following opening remarks on Jan. 9, 2025, by Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III at the 25th Ukraine Defense Contact Group: * * * Good morning, everyone. And welcome back to Ramstein. It's good to see everyone. And I'm honored that you could join us for the 25th gathering of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group. I know that you've seen the American flags flying at half-mast today. That's a tribute to the late President J  more

RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany, Jan. 9 -- The U.S. Department of Defense issued the following remarks on Jan. 9, 2025, by Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III after his 25th and final meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group: * * * Good afternoon, everyone. Thanks for joining us today. And I know that all Americans are thinking today of President Jimmy Carter on this National Day of Mourning. He was a great son of my home state of Georgia, a man of deep faith, and a tireless champion of democracy an  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 11 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Railroad Administration issued the following news release on Jan. 10, 2025: * * * Additional funding announced through a separate grant program will support passenger rail service around the country More than 445 rail projects nationwide have now been announced thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and President Biden's unprecedented support for rail * * * The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Railroad Adm  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 11 -- The Federal Communications Commission issued the following statement on Jan. 9, 2025: * * * Federal Communications Commission Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel issued the following statement in response to the federal emergency declaration for the State of California: "Our hearts remain with everyone impacted by the wildfires ravaging Los Angeles County and the first responders answering the call during this time of emergency. While communications impacts are minimal so f  more

LAGUNA BEACH, California, Jan. 10 -- The Federal Reserve issued the following remarks on Jan. 9, 2025, by Governor Michelle W. Bowman at the California Bankers Association 2025 Bank Presidents Seminar: * * * Reflections on 2024: Monetary Policy, Economic Performance, and Lessons for Banking Regulation Governor Michelle W. Bowman At the California Bankers Association 2025 Bank Presidents Seminar, Laguna Beach, California * * * Let me begin by recognizing the devastation caused by the fires   more

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Jan. 11 -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco, a federal district bank, issued the following news: * * * Six Advisory Council members reappointed to new three-year terms * * * The Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco (FHLBank San Francisco) today announced the appointment of Luis Granados to its Affordable Housing Advisory Council (Advisory Council) and the reappointment of six current members to terms beginning January 1, 2025, through December 31, 202  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Federal Emergency Management Agency issued the following news release: WASHINGTON -- While response efforts continue in Southern California, FEMA and its federal and nonprofit partners are on the ground coordinating lifesaving and life-sustaining activities to support the state-led disaster response. FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell is in the affected areas today assessing damage and meeting with community officials to determine   more

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho, Jan. 9 (TNSres) -- The U.S. Department of Energy Idaho National Laboratory issued the following news release: By Paul Menser There's a reason that electric vehicles (EV) in salvage yards are kept by themselves and spaced far apart. Their lithium-ion batteries can hold a lot of energy, and if one catches fire, it's sometimes hard for firefighters to extinguish the blaze. Even if the fire appears to be out, it can reignite later, said Randy Bewley, a researcher in Idaho Nati  more

ORLANDO, Florida, Jan. 11 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Florida issued the following news release: United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announces that a federal jury has found Billy Ruiz (46, California) guilty of conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine and distribution and possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine. Ruiz faces a maximum penalty of 20 years in federal prison on each count. His sentencing hearing is scheduled for April 8, 2025. Rui  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, Jan. 11 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Georgia issued the following news release: Roman Vitalyevich Ostapenko, Alexander Evgenievich Oleynik, and Anton Vyachlavovich Tarasov have been indicted by a federal grand jury for their involvement in operating the cryptocurrency mixing services Blender.io and Sinbad.io. "Blender.io and Sinbad.io were allegedly used by criminals across the world to launder funds stolen from victims of ransomware, virtua  more

PHOENIX, Arizona, Jan. 10 -- The Arizona Commerce Authority posted the following news: * * * Representing an over $130 million investment, the facility has created over 250 jobs * * * MESA, AZ (January 9, 2025) -- Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. today announced the official opening of its newest Customer Support service center at Mesa Gateway Airport in Mesa, Arizona. To mark the occasion, state and local dignitaries, community partners, and Gulfstream leaders and employees gathered for a ceremon  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services issued the following news release: ASPR emergency personnel prepared to augment state and local response efforts Today, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra declared a Public Health Emergency (PHE) opens in a new tab for California to address the health impacts of the ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles County. The declaration follows President Biden's major disaster declaration opens  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The Department of Housing and Urban Development issued the following news release: * * * Original text here: HUD Offers Aid to California Disaster Victims WASHINGTON - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced the implementation of federal disaster assistance for the state of California and ordered federal assistance for state, tribal, and local recovery efforts in areas affected by wildfires and straight-line winds beginning on January 7,  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 11 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release on Jan. 10, 2025: Attorney General Kwame Raoul, leading a coalition of 13 attorneys general, issued a letter to Walmart voicing concerns about the company's recent announcement of its plans to step away from its commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion. In a letter (https://illinoisattorneygeneral.gov/2025.01.09%20Letter%20from%20AGs%20to%20Doug%20McMillion.pdf?language_id=1) sent to Wal  more

BARKSDALE AFB, Louisiana, Jan. 10 -- The U.S. Air Force Global Strike Command issued the following news: As the world navigates complex geopolitical landscapes and technological challenges, the United States Air Force is calling for a new generation of thinkers and innovators to help secure the nation's future. At a recent science, technology, engineering, and mathematics event held with California Polytechnic State University in Pasadena, 509th Bomb Wing senior leaders emphasized the importanc  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation issued the following news release: More than 81 communities in 31 states will receive funding focused to restore access to employment, education, healthcare, recreation, and foster equitable development Today, U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced $544 million in grant awards for 81 projects through the Reconnecting Communities Pilot discretionary grant program, part of the Department's larger announcement today of   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation issued the following news release: Additional funding announced through a separate grant program will support passenger rail service around the country More than 445 rail projects nationwide have now been announced thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and President Biden's unprecedented support for rail The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) today announced that it has awarded more tha  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 11 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on Jan. 10, 2025: A federal grand jury in the Northern District of Georgia returned an indictment on Jan. 7 charging three Russian nationals for their involvement in operating the cryptocurrency mixing services Blender.io and Sinbad.io. Roman Vitalyevich Ostapenko and Alexander Evgenievich Oleynik were arrested on Dec. 1, 2024, roughly a year after Sinbad.io's online infrastructure was seized as part of a co  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 11 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on Jan. 10, 2025: The Justice Department announced today that the United States entered into an agreement to transfer approximately $52.88 million in forfeited assets to the Federal Republic of Nigeria in recognition of Nigeria's assistance to the department in an investigation into corruption in the Nigerian oil industry. "This agreement recognizes the close law enforcement relationship between the United   more

LIVERMORE, California, Jan. 10 (TNSres) -- The U.S. Department of Energy Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory issued the following news: Geologically, Mars is very reminiscent of the moon. But it also looks a lot like the Earth. It all depends on who you ask. Current understanding of Mars' evolution is based on spacecraft measurements and meteorite analysis. Those meteorites were ejected from Mars and traversed space before landing on Earth, where they were discovered primarily in African de  more

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Jan. 11 -- Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell issued the following news release on Jan. 10, 2025: Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell has joined a coalition of 13 attorneys general in sending a letter (https://www.mass.gov/doc/letter-from-ags-to-doug-mcmillon/download) to Walmart today, voicing concerns about the company's recent announcement of its plans to step away from its commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion. In the letter s  more

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Jan. 11 -- The Maryland Department of Labor issued the following news release on Jan. 10, 2025: The Maryland Department of Labor's Office of Financial Regulation and 52 other state regulators reached a settlement with mortgage company Bayview Asset Management, LLC, and three of its affiliates--Lakeview Loan Servicing, Community Loan Servicing, and Pingora Holdings--for deficient cybersecurity practices and compliance failures following a 2021 data breach. The breach impacte  more

LIVERMORE, California, Jan. 10 (TNSres) -- The U.S. Department of Energy Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory issued the following news: It's the late 1990s. Lloyd Hackel and Brent Dane are researchers in Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory's (LLNL) laser science and technology program. They're developing laser technology for X-ray lithography and satellite imaging research for the Department of Defense when the phone rings. On the line is Curtiss-Wright's Metal Improvement Company (MIC)   more

SANTA MONICA, California, Jan. 11 -- President Biden issued the following remarks on Jan. 9, 2025, during a briefing at Santa Monica Fire Station No. 5 on the Palisades wildfire: * * * THE PRESIDENT: Well, the governor asked for a declaration that provides for everything the federal government can do, and I'm prepared to sign it today. The -- folks, the fact is that I've directed DOD -- the Department of Defense -- to rapidly provide additional firefighting personnel and capabilities. I've al  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 11 -- President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris issued the following remarks on Jan. 10, 2025, ahead of a briefing on the federal response to the wildfires across Los Angeles: * * * THE PRESIDENT: Here's what we're going to do. We're going to get a briefing from the governor and the mayor and FEMA, and then we're going to lay out where we go from here. Okay? Ready? Get set. Go. AIDE: Ready. THE PRESIDENT: All right. Vice President Harris and I are about to receive a   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 4 -- The U.S. Department of Defense issued the following news: Well, good morning. And welcome. It's great to ring in the New Year with all of you in such a meaningful way. Secretary Wormuth, General George: Thanks for your outstanding leadership of the United States Army. You know, I proudly served in the Army for more than half of my life. So your branch of our military holds a special place in my heart. And you have both led the military--led the Army with integrity and v  more

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, Jan. 9 (TNSres) -- The U.S. Department of Energy Sandia National Laboratories issued the following news release: * * * American Physical Society honors researcher with fellow appointment * * * LIVERMORE, Calif. -- While Wei Pan spends his days studying negatively charged electrons, he's positively buzzing with excitement after being elected a fellow of the American Physical Society this year, recognizing his remarkable contributions to the field. "I am grateful to t  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The Small Business Administration issued the following news release: Today, SBA Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman announced that low-interest federal disaster loans are now available to Southern California businesses, homeowners, renters and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations following President Joe Biden's major disaster declaration(Link is external). The declaration covers Los Angeles and the contiguous counties of Kern, Orange, San Bernardino, and Ventura due to   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- The U.S. Department of Defense issued the following news: PENTAGON PRESS SECRETARY MAJOR GENERAL PAT RYDER: Good afternoon, everyone. Thank you very much for being here today. It is my pleasure to introduce Secretary of Defense Lloyd J Austin III. The secretary will deliver opening remarks and then we'll have time to take a few questions. Please note that I will moderate those questions and call on journalists. Secretary Austin, over to you, sir. SECRETARY OF DEFENSE LLO  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The National Academy of Medicine issued the following news: This week President Joseph Biden honored seven members of the National Academy of Medicine (NAM) with the National Medal of Science and the National Medal of Technology and Innovation. The medals represent the highest honors in the United States for achievements in science and technological achievement. The four NAM members who received the National Medal of Science and details about their achievements are liste  more

MENLO PARK, California, Jan. 10 (TNSres) -- The SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory issued the following news brief: * * * Catalysts do several surprising things to assist with daily life - from bread making to turning raw materials into fuels more efficiently. Now, SLAC researchers have developed a way to speed up the discovery process for a promising new class of these helpful substances called single atom catalysts. * * * By Carol Tseng For decades, catalysts have been unsung heroes in   more

COLUMBIA, South Carolina, Jan. 11 -- The South Carolina Educational Television Network issued the following news release on Jan. 10, 2025: South Carolina ETV (SCETV) is proud to announce the series Reel South won its first major industry award at the 40th Annual International Documentary Association Awards. The limited series A Town Called Victoria, directed by Texas native Li Lu, received the honor of Best Limited Series at the ceremony held in December at the Orpheum Theater in Los Angeles, C  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 11 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following joint statement on Jan. 10, 2025, with the Nigerian government: * * * The U.S. Government and the Federal Government of Nigeria are pleased to announce an agreement to promptly repatriate approximately $52.88 million in forfeited corruption proceeds. These funds were forfeited to the United States as part of the Kleptocracy Asset Recovery Initiative of the U.S. Department of Justice. This marks a significant milestone in the  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The White House issued the following statement on Jan. 9, 2025, on Vice President Kamala Harris canceling her travel to Bahrain, Germany and Singapore: * * * In response to the historic wildfires in Los Angeles, the Vice President has made the decision to cancel her and the Second Gentleman's upcoming trip to Singapore, Bahrain, and Germany. She will remain in the United States to support the federal response in California. * * * Original text here: https://www.whiteh  more

OAK RIDGE, Tennessee, Jan. 10 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory issued the following news release: Vivek Sujan, a distinguished R&D scientist in the Applied Research for Mobility Systems group at the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory, has been named a 2024 National Academy of Inventors, or NAI, Fellow. The NAI promotes inventors with patents issued by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, and the Fellow status is nationally recognized as the hi  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 11 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation's Surface Transportation Board issued the following decision (Docket No. MCF 21128) entitled "Avalon Motor Coaches LLC - Acquisition Of Control - Rose Chauffeured Transportation Inc.": * * * ACTION: Notice Tentatively Approving and Authorizing Finance Transaction. SUMMARY: On December 11, 2024, Avalon Motor Coaches, LLC (Avalon Motor Coach), an interstate passenger motor carrier, together with its noncarrier affiliates Virgin-Fish,   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 11 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation's Surface Transportation Board issued the following notice (Docket No. FD 36377) entitled "BNSF Railway Co. - Trackage Rights Exemption - Union Pacific Railroad Co.": * * * BNSF Railway Company (BNSF), a Class I rail carrier, has filed a verified notice of exemption under 49 CFR 1180.2(d)(7) to acquire restricted, local, trackage rights over two rail lines owned by Union Pacific Railroad Company (UP) between: (1) UP milepost 93.2 at   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued the following news release: Part of Today's Announcement is Funded by President Biden's Inflation Reduction Act U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that USDA is funding 586 projects to expand access to clean energy systems and increase the availability of domestic biofuels. Today, USDA is providing nearly $180 million through the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) and the Higher Blends  more

NORFOLK, Virginia, Jan. 11 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia issued the following news release on Jan. 10, 2025: A Suffolk man was sentenced today to 10 years in prison for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and being a felon in possession of a firearm. According to court documents, on Sept. 15, 2023, law enforcement intercepted a package containing two pounds of crystal meth that had been shipped from Murrieta, California, to Norfolk thr  more

OLYMPIA, Washington, Jan. 11 -- The Washington State Department of Health issued the following news release: The Washington State Department of Health has taken disciplinary actions or withdrawn charges against the following health care providers in our state. The department's Health Systems Quality Assurance Division works with boards, commissions, and advisory committees to set licensing standards for more than 80 health care professions (e.g., dentists, nurses, counselors). Information abou  more

DENVER, Colorado, Jan. 11 -- Gov. Jared Polis, D-Colorado, issued the following news release on Jan. 10, 2025: Colorado leaders are praising Governor Polis's 2025 State of the State address and his continued focus on saving people money and improving affordability. The Governor's speech focused on the issues that matter most to Coloradans, including continuing to create housing that Coloradans can afford, making Colorado communities safer, cutting healthcare costs, protecting education funding,  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 (TNSfact) -- The White House issued the following fact sheet on Jan. 9, 2025: * * * Over the last 24 hours, U.S. Forest Service personnel have suppressed 50 fire starts * * * Biden-Harris Administration Continues to Support Life-Saving Wildfire Response Efforts in California Under President Biden's leadership, the Biden-Harris Administration is continuing to support life-saving and life-sustaining response efforts for the wildfires impacting Los Angeles, California. Pres  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 11 -- The White House issued the following transcript of a news briefing on Jan. 10, 2025, by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and Federal Emergency Management Agency Administrator Deanne Criswell: * * * MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Hi, everybody. Hi. Good afternoon. Q Good afternoon. MS. JEAN-PIERRE: All right. So, the president and the first lady continue to grieve the lives lost and livelihoods destroyed by the tragic wildfires that are burning communities in Southern California to  more