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Federal grand jury returns multiple indictments across various charges

United States Attorney Clint Johnson has announced the latest set of indictments issued by the April Federal Grand Jury 2025-A. Multiple individuals have been charged with violations of federal law, including possession of firearms, drug-related...


Trump addresses issues from water dispute to helicopter tragedy on social media

On April 10, 2025, Donald J. Trump addressed multiple issues on his Truth Social account, including a dispute over the 1944 Water Treaty, the nomination of Yehuda Kaploun to combat antisemitism, and a helicopter crash at the Hudson River.


Syracuse man admits to firearms trafficking and child pornography charges

Jobie Patterson, a 53-year-old resident of Syracuse, has pled guilty to charges of conspiracy to traffic firearms and possession of child pornography.


Podiatrist and sales representative charged in skin graft fraud scheme

A federal grand jury has indicted Felipe Ruiz, 51, of Fresno, and Jose Gabriel Aguirre, 52, of Clovis, for conspiracy to commit health care fraud.


ICE arrests Honduran convicted of sex offense after state transfer

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested Kelvin Emanuel Granados-Sorto, a 30-year-old illegal alien and Honduran citizen, on April 11.


Mexican national charged with attempting to entice a minor in Minnesota

Alex Huerta-Sanchez, a Mexican national residing illegally in the United States, faces serious charges of attempted enticement of a minor, according to an announcement by Acting U.S. Attorney Lisa D. Kirkpatrick.


Border Patrol disrupts smuggling attempt near Sierra Vista, 15 arrests made

U.S. Border Patrol agents from the Brian A. Terry Station intercepted a multi-vehicle smuggling operation on Friday near Sierra Vista, Arizona.


Pittsburgh man sentenced to five years in prison for interstate fencing scheme

A Pittsburgh man was sentenced to five years in prison for money laundering and conspiracy related to the sale and interstate transport of stolen goods.


Mexican national pleads guilty in West Virginia drug trafficking case

Jose Alberto Camarena Rocha, a 31-year-old from Mexico, has admitted responsibility in a drug trafficking organization that operated in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia.


South Carolina man pleads guilty to illegal sperm whale parts trafficking

Lauren H. DeLoach of Saint Helena Island has admitted guilt to charges under the Lacey Act and the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) for importing and selling parts from sperm whales.


Browning attorney in court facing multiple sex abuse charges

A Browning attorney, Nathan Nicholas Johnson St. Goddard, appeared in court for arraignment on sexual abuse charges, according to U.S. Attorney Kurt Alme.


Washington D.C. felon charged for possessing machine gun after arrest

Robert Calvin Corbin III, a 45-year-old resident of Washington D.C., has been charged with a federal firearm violation under the "Make D.C. Safe Again" initiative.


Consumer prices in the US decline for the first time in years

Today's report on inflation has marked a notable shift in the consumer price landscape in the United States, showing the first decline in consumer prices in several years, a reduction in energy costs, and an increase in real average hourly wages.


American Labor Alliance executives sentenced in $620,000 pension fraud scheme

Fresno residents Marcus Asay, 69, and Antonio Gastelum, 53, have been sentenced to prison for their roles in a fraudulent pension scheme. U.S. District Judge Dale A. Drozd handed down a five-year sentence for Asay and a two-year sentence for...


Everett man facing federal charges for pipe bomb explosion incident

A 54-year-old man from Everett, Washington, is facing federal charges related to a pipe bomb explosion that damaged a neighbor's vehicle during New Year's Eve.


Senate introduces REPAIR Act for auto industry standards equality

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), representing small business interests, has voiced approval for the introduction of the Right to Equitable and Professional Auto Industry Repair (REPAIR) Act in the U.S. Senate.


Donald J. Trump expresses political views and endorsements on Truth Social

On April 10, 2025, Donald J. Trump posted a series of tweets on Truth Social expressing his dissatisfaction with the confirmation process for U.S. Ambassadors, endorsing Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick for re-election, and praising Senator...


Fair housing champions honored by NAR and Realtor.com for advancing homeownership

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) and Realtor.com have recognized three real estate professionals with the Fair Housing Champion Award.


Two Maryland men plead guilty in West Virginia firearms trafficking case

Two residents of Hagerstown, Maryland, have admitted involvement in a firearms trafficking scheme that spread into Berkeley County, West Virginia.


Border Patrol honors fallen agent Joseph Riley on 100-year anniversary

The U.S. Border Patrol’s Spokane Sector marked the 100th anniversary of Patrol Inspector Joseph Riley's death, honoring his service at a private memorial ceremony in Eureka, Montana.