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Worcester man receives seven-year sentence for role in cocaine distribution conspiracy

A Worcester man has been sentenced to seven years in federal prison for his involvement in a cocaine distribution conspiracy.


California woman pleads guilty in Montana alien smuggling conspiracy

A California resident has pleaded guilty to conspiring to smuggle her husband, who does not have legal status in the United States, across the border from Canada.


Former Maui police officer admits guilt in federal civil rights case

A former officer with the Maui Police Department has pleaded guilty to a federal civil rights violation for using unreasonable force during an arrest.


Huntington man pleads guilty to fentanyl distribution charge

Marcus Allen Johnson, also known as “Mook,” age 40, of Huntington, pleaded guilty to distributing a quantity of fentanyl.


Trump signs executive order targeting federal funds for cashless bail jurisdictions

President Donald J. Trump has issued an executive order aimed at ending the use of cashless bail policies in certain jurisdictions across the United States.


Sinaloa cartel co-founder pleads guilty in Miami federal court

Ismael Zambada Garcia, known as El Mayo and co-founder of the Sinaloa Cartel, pleaded guilty in Miami to charges related to leading a continuing criminal enterprise and racketeering.


U.S. recovers nearly $2 million lost in cryptocurrency investment scam

Federal authorities have recovered nearly $2 million in connection with a cryptocurrency investment fraud scheme, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Virginia announced.


Pensacola man indicted on federal arson charges involving explosives

Gregory E. Simonds Jr., a 42-year-old resident of Pensacola, has been indicted on federal charges related to arson involving the use of an explosive device at a building located at 792 Beal Parkway in Fort Walton Beach.


Cleveland man sentenced to ten years for illegal possession of firearms

A Cleveland man has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison after being found guilty of possessing firearms and ammunition as a convicted felon.


Tukwila man sentenced to decade in prison for role in Aryan-linked drug ring

A Tukwila man with a long criminal history has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for his role in a drug trafficking organization connected to Aryan Family and Omerta prison gangs, according to an announcement by Acting U.S. Attorney...


Multiple arrests made after cartel-linked drug ring disrupted in western Washington

Federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies have disrupted a drug trafficking operation linked to the Sinaloa Cartel that distributed fentanyl, methamphetamine, cocaine, and heroin throughout western Washington.


Two charged with maintaining drug-involved premises at Anchorage hotel

Two Anchorage residents, Kyoung Seo and Chantel Fields, were arrested following a federal grand jury indictment charging them with conspiring to maintain a drug-involved premise at the Chelsea Inn Hotel (CIH) in Anchorage.


Aerospace Industries Association welcomes US-EU deal on tariffs and defense investment

The Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) has responded to the announcement of a new trade agreement between the United States and the European Union, which removes tariffs on commercial aircraft, aircraft parts, and components.


FTC sues Air AI over alleged deceptive practices targeting small businesses

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has filed a lawsuit in federal court seeking to halt Air AI from making allegedly deceptive claims about business growth, earnings potential, and refund guarantees.


Baltimore man pleads guilty to sexual exploitation charges involving minor

Zachary Anthony Campbell, a 33-year-old Baltimore resident, pleaded guilty to two counts of sexually exploiting a minor.


Secretary Rubio meets South Korean foreign minister to discuss alliance and regional cooperation

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting with Republic of Korea Foreign Minister Cho Hyun to discuss the ongoing partnership between the United States and South Korea.


VA redirects millions from unions back into Veteran care and facility resources

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced a significant shift in its use of taxpayer funds, redirecting tens of millions of dollars previously allocated to federal union activities back toward services for Veterans and their families.


Federal court orders Grimmway Enterprises to pay $427K over labor law violations

A federal court has ordered Grimmway Enterprises Inc., a major agricultural company based in California, to pay $427,456 in back wages and penalties after an investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor found violations of the H-2A agricultural...


Two Charleston men sentenced for roles in local meth trafficking organization

Two Charleston residents received prison sentences for their involvement in a methamphetamine trafficking organization operating in the Charleston area.


Dutchess County teacher charged with sexual exploitation of minors

A Dutchess County man has been charged with the sexual exploitation of a minor, according to an announcement by Jay Clayton, United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, and Christopher G. Raia, Assistant Director in Charge of the...