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Disaster Recovery Centers Open in Hamilton, Lafayette, Madison Counties
By Homeland Newswire | Sep 7, 2023
News Release: TALLAHASSEE - The State of Florida and FEMA opened Disaster Recovery Centers in Hamilton, Lafayette and Madison counties today, Sept. 6, to provide one-on-one help to people affected by Hurricane Idalia. The centers will remain open until further notice.
Homeland Security Department discusses 2023 Quarterly Listings; Safety Zones, Security Zones, and Special Local Regulations on Sept. 5
By Homeland Newswire | Sep 7, 2023
The US Homeland Security Department published a two page rule on Sept. 5, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
September is Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month
By Homeland Newswire | Sep 7, 2023
News Release: By starting the conversation, providing support, and directing help to those who need it, we can help prevent suicides and save lives. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. You are not alone.
TSA stops two guns at Newark Liberty International Airport over the holiday weekend
By Homeland Newswire | Sep 7, 2023
Release: NEWARK, N.J. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers stopped two firearms from making their way onboard airplanes at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in separate incidents over the weekend.
United States Files Forfeiture Action to Recover Cryptocurrency Traceable to Fraud Scheme
By Homeland Newswire | Sep 7, 2023
News Release: This is the fourth civil forfeiture action filed seeking forfeiture of cryptocurrency traced to fraud schemes targeting Massachusetts victims
Homeland Security Department publishes notice on Sept. 5
By Homeland Newswire | Sep 7, 2023
The US Homeland Security Department published a four page notice on Sept. 5, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Stanislaus County Man Pleads Guilty to Passing Forged Treasury Bonds
By Homeland Newswire | Sep 6, 2023
News Release: SACRAMENTO, CA Ronnie Douglas Fleming, 37, of Keyes, pleaded guilty today to passing a counterfeit obligation of the United States, U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert announced.
Congressional Leaders Urge Residents Get Ready for Disasters This National Preparedness Month
By Homeland Newswire | Sep 6, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON -- On Friday, FEMA’s Ready Campaign launched the 20th annual National Preparedness Month which is recognized each September.
Chad Thomas Sentenced For Fraudulent PPP Loans
By Homeland Newswire | Sep 6, 2023
News Release: GREENEVILLE, TN On Aug. 21, 2023, Chad B. Thomas, 41, of Blountville, Tennessee, was sentenced to 40 months imprisonment by the Honorable J. Ronnie Greer, United States District Judge, in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee at Greeneville.
HSI, US Border Patrol agents arrest Nicaraguan gang member convicted of murdering his wife
By Homeland Newswire | Sep 6, 2023
News Release: EL PASO, Texas - Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) and U.S. Border Patrol agents arrested an unlawfully present citizen of Nicaragua on Aug. 29 after he illegally entered the country near an El Paso port of entry.
United States Files Forfeiture Action to Recover Cryptocurrency Traceable to Fraud Scheme
By Homeland Newswire | Sep 6, 2023
News Release: This is the fourth civil forfeiture action filed seeking forfeiture of cryptocurrency traced to fraud schemes targeting Massachusetts victims
National Preparedness Month: Class Is in Session
By Homeland Newswire | Sep 6, 2023
News Release: As summer draws to a close and a new school year begins, the Science and Technology Directorate’s (S&T) steadfast mission to pursue science and technology in the name of national security is a poignant reminder that we never really stop learning. Perhaps rather than simply acknowledging that the world...
Indiana Man Sentenced to Over 6 Years in Federal Prison for Traveling to Kentucky to Engage in Sexual Conduct with a Minor
By Homeland Newswire | Sep 6, 2023
News Release: OWENSBORO, KY An Indiana man was sentenced yesterday to 6 years and 8 months in prison for traveling to Kentucky to engage in sexual conduct with a minor.
Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Dixie County
By Homeland Newswire | Sep 6, 2023
News Release: TALLAHASSEE - The State of Florida and FEMA have opened a Disaster Recovery Center in Dixie County today, Sept. 5, to provide one-on-one help to people affected by Hurricane Idalia. The center will remain open until further notice.
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Tennessee
By Homeland Newswire | Sep 6, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of Tennessee to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe storms and straight-line winds on July 18-21, 2023.
Statement from Secretary Mayorkas on the Retirement of FLETC Director Thomas J. Walters and the Appointment of Benjamine “Carry” Huffman as FLETC Director
By Homeland Newswire | Sep 6, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON - Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas released the following statement today regarding changes in leadership at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers (FLETC):
Statement from Secretary Mayorkas on the Retirement of FLETC Director Thomas J. Walters and the Appointment of Benjamine “Carry” Huffman as FLETC Director
By Homeland Newswire | Sep 6, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON - Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas released the following statement today regarding changes in leadership at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers (FLETC)
Secretary Mayorkas Extends and Redesignates Temporary Protected Status for South Sudan
By Homeland Newswire | Sep 6, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON - Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas today announced the extension and redesignation of South Sudan for Temporary Protected Status for 18 months, from November 4, 2023, through May 3, 2025, due to ongoing armed conflict and extraordinary and temporary conditions in South...
Montpelier Disaster Recovery Center to Close September 6
By Homeland Newswire | Sep 6, 2023
News Release: WILLISTON, Vt. - The Montpelier Disaster Recovery Center will close permanently at 6 p.m., Wednesday, September 6, 2023. The center is currently open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at this location...
Secretary Mayorkas Extends and Redesignates Temporary Protected Status for South Sudan
By Homeland Newswire | Sep 6, 2023
News Release: WASHINGTON - Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas today announced the extension and redesignation of South Sudan for Temporary Protected Status for 18 months, from November 4, 2023, through May 3, 2025, due to ongoing armed conflict and extraordinary and temporary conditions in South ...