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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.


CBP officers intercept spider monkey and $980K in cocaine at Hidalgo Port of Entry

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at Hidalgo Port of Entry recently intercepted both a spider monkey and over $980,000 worth of cocaine in separate enforcement actions.


CBP enforces president's tariffs and amplifies national economic sovereignty

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is actively implementing and enforcing presidential tariffs.


Laredo Border Patrol foils smuggling, arrests five illegal immigrants

Laredo Sector Border Patrol agents in Texas intercepted a human smuggling attempt at the I-35 Checkpoint near Laredo on April 7.


CBP intercepts $270,000 in cash concealed in vehicle at Texas border

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Hidalgo International Bridge have intercepted over $270,000 in unreported currency during an outbound inspection.


FBI's media destruction services audited by DOJ OIG

The Department of Justice Office of the Inspector General (DOJ OIG) has released a report concerning an audit of the Federal Bureau of Investigation's (FBI) media destruction services.


AFSA VP: New tariffs 'threaten to plunge the auto market into upheaval not seen since the pandemic'

Timothy Gill, vice president of research and chief economist for the American Financial Services Association (AFSA), said that new car sales surged in March as buyers attempted to front-run impending tariffs.


AFSA VP Gill: Recent job report 'represents the calm before the storm'

Timothy Gill, Vice President and Chief Economist of the American Financial Services Association (AFSA), said that the March employment report indicated a resilient labor market but cautioned about potential challenges following the recent tariff...


Jamestown women face narcotics conspiracy charges with ties to trafficking ring

U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo has confirmed the arrest of Sabrina Flores, also known as Notorious Marie, and Sandra Pavlock, also referred to as Sondra L. Pavlock, both residents of Jamestown, New York.


Eric Hayes sentenced for violent gang activities in Bridgeport

Eric Hayes, aged 28, known by the alias "Heavyweight Champ," has been sentenced to 165 months in federal prison, followed by three years of supervised release.