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Man sentenced to 35 years for role in child sexual abuse ring

A Colorado City man, Torrance Bistline, has been sentenced to 35 years in prison for his involvement in a child sexual abuse ring.


Mauna Loa recalls dark chocolate macadamias due to undeclared nuts

Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Company LLC, based in Kea’au, Hawaii, has announced a voluntary recall of its Mauna Loa Dark Chocolate Covered Macadamias.


Medicaid Funding To Increase 24% Under Reconciliation Bill as 13 Republicans Seek Assurances

As Congress moves toward finalizing a sweeping budget reconciliation bill, a group of Republican lawmakers has sent a letter to House leadership seeking assurances for Medicaid programs.


AFSA on CFPB dropping suit against Credit Acceptance Corporation: 'The CFPB has overreached from its inception'

The American Financial Services Association (AFSA) announced it is pleased the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) dropped its litigation against the Credit Acceptance Corporation, claiming the case was an overreach beyond the Bureau’s authority.


DOGE announces termination of 701 grants through National Science Foundation

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has announced that the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) canceled 701 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) grants over the past two weeks.


DOGE announces cleanup of 11 million outdated SSA records

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has announced a significant records cleanup by the Social Security Administration (SSA), marking approximately 11 million individuals listed as 120 years or older as deceased.


DOGE terminates 226 contracts, saving $555 million

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has announced the termination of 226 contracts, in collaboration with federal agencies, over the past two days.


AFSA VP on inflation trends amid tariff hikes: 'The recent softening in inflation may very well turn out to be transitory'

Timothy Gill, Vice President of Research and Chief Economist of the American Financial Services Association (AFSA), said that while March's inflation data showed positive signs with core indexes reaching multi-year lows, new and expanded tariffs...


AFSA Chief Economist on consumer spending outlook: A weaker spending environment is 'likely in the coming months'

Timothy Gill, Vice President of Research and Chief Economist of the American Financial Services Association (AFSA), said that March retail sales surged due to seasonal factors and consumers accelerating purchases to avoid expected tariff hikes.


Department of Labor evaluates Job Corps efficiency in new transparency report

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration has published a comprehensive analysis concerning the fiscal efficiency and operational expenses of the Job Corps Program.


Secretary warns of fund loss if immigration verification is ignored

U.S. Secretary of Labor, Lori Chavez-DeRemer, has issued a warning to state governors regarding the allocation of federal funds.


Labor Secretary Chavez-DeRemer mourns passing of Alexis M. Herman

U.S. Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer expressed sorrow over the death of Alexis M. Herman, a former Secretary of Labor.


United States enforces English proficiency rule for commercial drivers

The President of the United States, by virtue of his constitutional authority, has issued an executive order emphasizing the enforcement of the English proficiency requirement for commercial motor vehicle operators to ensure safe and reliable...


Huntington man sentenced to 18 months for firearm possession by felon

Michael Vernon Pinson Jr., a 30-year-old from Huntington, West Virginia, has been sentenced to 18 months in prison, followed by three years of supervised release, on charges of being a felon in possession of a firearm.


U.S. urges Mexico to act against invasive pest; threatens import restrictions

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins has issued a demand for cooperation from Mexico in protecting U.S. agricultural products from invasive pests.


New Orleans scheme: Nine indicted, two charged with murder of a federal witness

The U.S. Attorney’s Office and the Criminal Division of the U.S. Department of Justice announced a thirteen-count second superseding indictment returned by a grand jury on April 25, 2025.


USGS explores seabed for critical minerals to boost U.S. economy and security

The Department of the Interior, in collaboration with the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), has unveiled a new factsheet detailing potential locations of critical minerals located on the seafloor.


Bridgeville man pleads guilty to producing child sexual abuse material

A Bridgeville, Pennsylvania resident has pleaded guilty to charges related to the production of material depicting the sexual exploitation of a minor.


California man charged with child exploitation; FBI emphasizes internet safety education

Devin Ravine, also known as Derek Johnson, a 20-year-old from Riverside, California, was arrested last Friday on charges related to the sexual exploitation of a minor.


New Orleans man sentenced to 288 months for drug and firearm offenses

TRAVIS ENCLADE, a 43-year-old New Orleans resident, has been sentenced to 288 months in prison following his conviction on drug and firearm charges.