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Administration seeks expanded access and affordability for IVF treatments

Today, the administration has announced a new policy initiative aimed at expanding access to in vitro fertilization (IVF) for Americans facing infertility challenges.


McAllen resident charged with arson faces potential federal prison time

A McAllen resident, Daniel Eduardo Rivera, aged 36, has been charged with arson and possession of a destructive device.


Rubio meets Lavrov as U.S.-Russia talks focus on Ukraine conflict

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov.


Trump announces plan to improve IVF access for American families

President Donald J. Trump has announced an initiative to expand access to in vitro fertilization (IVF) for American families.


NFIB files amicus brief in Supreme Court case against FCC

NFIB has submitted an amicus brief to the United States Supreme Court in the case of Federal Communications Commission v. Consumers’ Research.


Huntington man pleads guilty to possession and distribution of child pornography

Ampless Ray Lilly, a 52-year-old resident of Huntington, West Virginia, has pleaded guilty to possession of child pornography.


Anchorage man sentenced for attempting coercion with undercover agent posing as minor

An Anchorage man, Benjamin Roundy, also known as "Aleks" or "Alekzander Marko," has been sentenced to over 11 years in prison followed by a lifetime of supervised release.


Health Net Federal Services settles over cybersecurity compliance allegations

Health Net Federal Services Inc. (HNFS) and its parent company, Centene Corporation, have agreed to pay over $11 million to settle allegations of false certification regarding federal contractor cybersecurity requirements.


Bradenton man pleads guilty to unauthorized helicopter operation

A Bradenton man, Ernesto Cordero, has pleaded guilty to operating a helicopter without the necessary airman certificate.


Charleston man sentenced for role in methamphetamine trafficking operation

Tres Avery Davis, a 36-year-old resident of Charleston, West Virginia, has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for his involvement in a drug trafficking organization.


Jesse Laslovich departs as U.S. Attorney for District of Montana

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Montana has announced that Jesse Laslovich has departed from his role as U.S. Attorney, effective February 17, 2025. Mr. Laslovich was appointed by President Joe Biden and confirmed by the Senate in...


Government pushes for transparency on wasteful spending

The United States Government has been accused of excessive spending on programs, contracts, and grants that do not align with the interests of American citizens.


EPA announces $147M loan for South Florida drinking water reliability

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a $147 million loan under the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) to the Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority.


Timothy J. Racicot named acting U.S. attorney for District of Montana

The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Montana has announced a leadership change.


NFIB supports Death Tax Repeal Act to aid family-run small businesses

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has expressed strong support for the Death Tax Repeal Act, a piece of legislation introduced by Sen.


Missouri man receives 25-year sentence for online child sex crimes

A man from O'Fallon, Missouri, has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for child sex charges. U.S. District Judge Sarah E. Pitlyk handed down the sentence on Friday to Andrew Haller, aged 34, who was involved in sexual activity with a 15-year-old...


EPA commits $147M loan for South Florida's drinking water infrastructure

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a significant financial commitment to improving drinking water infrastructure in South Florida.


Turkish national arrested by ICE Boston over rape charges

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) apprehended Bilal Karayigit, a 26-year-old Turkish national, in Burlington on February 19.


Zack Smith appointed to Pensacola State College board by Governor DeSantis

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has appointed Zack Smith to the Pensacola State College District Board of Trustees.


Former Great Falls woman sentenced for injuring passenger in reservation crash

A former resident of Great Falls has been sentenced to 14 months in prison for a crash on the Blackfeet Indian Reservation in December 2021 that left a juvenile passenger seriously injured.