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Former non-profit director charged with embezzlement and tax evasion

Howard Solomon, a 38-year-old resident of Oakland, faces charges of mail fraud and tax evasion related to his former role as executive director of the East Oakland Boxing Association.


Two former Jal police officers convicted for civil rights violations

A federal jury has found two former officers of the Jal Police Department guilty of violating an individual's civil rights during a 2021 incident that resulted in the person's death.


Clewiston man pleads guilty to drug distribution and firearm offenses

A Clewiston resident, Antowan Jabaar Cain, aged 45, has entered a guilty plea for distributing methamphetamine and possessing a firearm in connection with drug trafficking activities.


Mexican cartel members extradited to US; includes notorious boss Rafael Caro Quintero

Last night, 29 members of Mexican cartels were extradited to the United States.


Oahu clinic owner sentenced for defrauding healthcare programs

Stephen Timothy Wells, a resident of Waialua and owner of Oahu Spine and Rehab, has been sentenced to nine months in federal prison for health care fraud.


ATF operation leads to arrest of eight gang members in South Dallas

Eight gang members were arrested on Tuesday in an operation led by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives (ATF), announced Acting U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas Chad Meacham.


Shelton man pleads guilty to fraudulently obtaining COVID-19 relief funds

Marc H. Silverman, Acting United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, announced that Vincenzo Minutolo, a 38-year-old resident of Shelton, has pleaded guilty to charges related to fraudulent receipt of COVID-19 relief funds.


Cayce woman receives federal prison sentence for drug trafficking

Kayla Martin, a 34-year-old resident of Cayce, South Carolina, has been sentenced to over ten years in federal prison following her guilty plea to drug trafficking charges.


Columbus man pleads guilty to sextortion and child pornography charges

Jacob M. Rager, a 21-year-old from Columbus, Ohio, has pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court to charges of sextortion and possession of child pornography.


U.S. Attorney's Office collects nearly $2 million in fiscal year 2024

The U.S. Attorney’s Office reported collecting $1,996,578.60 in criminal and civil actions during fiscal year 2024.


Rosler Metal Finishing agrees to $2 million settlement over false PPP loan claim

Rosler Metal Finishing USA LLC, a manufacturer based in Battle Creek, has agreed to pay $2,289,505.40 to resolve allegations of falsely obtaining a second-draw Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan.


Felon receives federal prison sentence after high-speed chase in Houston

A 33-year-old man has been sentenced to federal prison after a high-speed chase through Houston, according to an announcement by U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei.


Senate campaign treasurer admits to lying about fundraising event

Marc H. Silverman, Acting United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, announced that Jessica Martinez of Bridgeport pleaded guilty to making a false declaration before a federal grand jury.


Oregon considers reforming estate tax amid taxpayer outmigration concerns

The state of Oregon is currently evaluating several legislative proposals aimed at reforming its estate tax system.


Mexican national with multiple DUIs arrested by ICE San Diego

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has taken Javier Duran Torres, a 47-year-old Mexican national, into custody following a series of criminal offenses related to driving under the influence (DUI).


Kansas man receives over 12 years for distributing child pornography

A Kansas resident has been sentenced for distributing child sexual assault material while in Laredo, Texas. U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei announced the sentencing of 44-year-old Terry Lee Trower from Madison, Kansas.


Rapid City man sentenced for drug distribution and firearm possession

United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell announced that Frank Cotto, a resident of Rapid City, South Dakota, has been sentenced to 11 years and three months in federal prison.


Fitchburg man receives over five years for counterfeiting activities

Cornelius Stewart, a 30-year-old resident of Fitchburg, Wisconsin, has been sentenced to four years in federal prison for producing and distributing counterfeit $100 bills. U.S. District Judge William M. Conley handed down the sentence following...


U.S. lawmakers back actions against China's dominance in global shipbuilding

Today, Chairman John Moolenaar and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) expressed support for proposed actions by the Trump...


Reform agenda addresses Medicaid and Medicare to tackle waste and inefficiency

The second administration of President Trump has brought its focus onto government reform, specifically targeting the Medicaid and Medicare systems.