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Yakima man sentenced for gun possession despite court order

Acting United States Attorney Richard R. Barker reported that Benjamin D. Cliett, 44, from Yakima, Washington, has been sentenced to two years in federal prison.


Roofing company owners face indictment for tax evasion charges

Two individuals who own roofing companies have been indicted on charges of tax evasion for failing to file tax returns and pay taxes on their income. U.S. Attorney Alina Habba announced the indictment of Steve Mitchell, also known as "Sonny...


Teacher pleads guilty to child exploitation charges in federal court

Samantha Meyer-Davis, aged 32, has pled guilty in federal court to charges of sexual exploitation of a child.


Louisiana man sentenced for traveling to New Jersey for illicit conduct with minor

A man from Louisiana was sentenced to 97 months in prison for traveling to New Jersey with the intent to engage in illegal sexual conduct with a minor, as announced by U.S. Attorney Alina Habba.


Tigerton man receives 18-month sentence for attacking postal carrier

On April 30, 2025, Benjamin L. Joos of Tigerton, Wisconsin, was sentenced to 18 months in federal prison.


Hardin woman arraigned on sex trafficking charges involving a minor

A woman from Hardin, Montana, Veronica Clarice Baker, aged 29, appeared in court in Billings today for her arraignment.


New Britain man sentenced to 7 years for cocaine trafficking while on release

A New Britain resident, Akeem Manoo, 34, has been sentenced to 84 months in federal prison by U.S. District Judge Vernon D. Oliver in Hartford.


FTC issues $18 million in refunds over Publishers Clearing House claims

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is distributing over $18 million in refunds to consumers impacted by misleading claims from Publishers Clearing House (PCH).


Spokane felon sentenced for firearm possession after chase with child in car

Spokane, Washington – On April 23, 2025, United States District Judge Mary K. Dimke sentenced Keith Lamarr Williams, 43, to 80 months in prison for the charge of Felon in Possession of a Firearm and Ammunition.


Charlotte man sentenced for involvement in multi-million dollar fraud scheme

A Charlotte resident, Bruce Howard Marko, 66, has been sentenced to over a year in prison for his role in a major bank fraud scheme.


Salvadoran national charged with firearm possession in New Orleans

A Salvadoran national has been indicted for firearm possession, according to an announcement by Acting United States Attorney Michael M. Simpson.


Brothers charged with armed robbery in Shreveport

A federal grand jury has indicted two men for their roles in robberies at two Shreveport stores, according to Acting United States Attorney Alexander C. Van Hook.


Las Vegas man sentenced for threats and anthrax hoax against federal judge

A Las Vegas resident has been sentenced to 18 months in prison and three years of supervised release for sending a threatening letter to a federal judge, along with a hoax involving anthrax.


Discord user arrested in interstate child exploitation and pornography case

Jay Clayton, the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, along with Christopher G. Raia from the FBI's New York Field Office, disclosed the arrest of Lonnie Youmans.


Honduran citizen faces U.S. indictment on firearms and drug trafficking charges

Acting United States Attorney Michael M. Simpson has made the announcement regarding the indictment of Juan Josue Cuevar-Alvarado, a 20-year-old Honduran citizen, currently residing in the United States without proper documentation.


Five charged in largest machinegun device seizure in Alabama district

Federal charges have been brought against four men in Alabama in connection with a significant seizure of machinegun conversion devices, marking the largest of its kind in the Middle District of Alabama.


Donald J. Trump claims a legal victory against major networks and notes political milestones

Donald J. Trump recently took to Truth Social to critique media outlets such as "60 Minutes" and celebrate the first 100 days of what he refers to as his second term.


Woman admits smuggling contraband into prison, faces up to 15 years

A former religious services assistant has pleaded guilty to smuggling contraband into a federal prison. U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei announced that 33-year-old Ashley Priscilla Garza from Beeville committed the offense while working at the...


Alleged leaders of global child exploitation network arrested in the US and Greece

Leonidas Varagiannis, known as "War" and aged 21, and Prasan Nepal, known as "Trippy" and aged 20, have been arrested and charged for allegedly operating an international child exploitation network named "764."


Mexican citizen sentenced for illegal reentry into U.S. after eight removals

A Mexican citizen with a history of felonies has been sentenced for illegally reentering the United States after being removed eight times.