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Albany County man charged with receiving child pornography and alleged extremist group ties

Ryan Catello has been charged with receiving child pornography after allegedly exploiting minors online while linked with an extremist organization called '764.' Authorities say his actions targeted vulnerable youth through coercion over social media platforms.


Charleston man sentenced to nearly three years for federal firearm offense

Brandon Lee Woodrum has been sentenced to nearly three years in prison for being a felon in possession of firearms. Authorities say he knowingly possessed stolen weapons while prohibited due to prior felony convictions.


Charges announced against juvenile for swatting calls targeting universities

A juvenile has been charged with making swatting calls targeting universities in Pennsylvania and beyond. Authorities say such hoax emergency reports waste resources and terrorize victims. The case is being handled under strict federal confidentiality rules.


Roswell man sentenced to 21 months for making bomb threats to government offices

A Roswell man received a prison sentence for making violent threats toward multiple government offices across different states. Authorities say his actions included explicit bomb threats targeting judges' buildings and elected officials' homes.


Several illegal aliens sentenced in Maryland, including Portugal citizen for property destruction

Several individuals unlawfully present in Maryland have been sentenced following guilty pleas tied to Operation Take Back America. Cases include destruction of government property by a Portugal citizen and multiple instances involving illegal entry into the United States.


Mexican national indicted for identity theft and social security fraud in New Mexico

A Mexican national faces federal charges for allegedly using false documents and another person's Social Security number for financial gain in New Mexico. Authorities say Maria de Jesus Avila-Hernandez remains detained pending trial on multiple counts including aggravated identity theft.


Former Youngsville resident sentenced to ten years in federal prison for child sex offenses

Nicholas J. Miller has been sentenced to ten years in federal prison after being convicted for distributing child sexual abuse materials involving minors online and through hidden cameras. Authorities say he will also serve fifteen years under supervision after his release.


Comer continues investigation into alleged coordination between Biden administration and Everytown for Gun Safety

Chairman James Comer continues an inquiry into possible coordination between federal officials and advocacy group Everytown regarding lawsuits against gun makers. The investigation includes requests for records about meetings involving White House staffers and firearm manufacturer representatives.


Gary Saleem Price pleads guilty to failing to register as sex offender in D.C.

Gary Saleem Price has pleaded guilty to failing to register as a sex offender after moving from Maryland to Washington D.C., following his previous conviction for child sexual abuse. Law enforcement found him unregistered despite legal requirements tied to his past offense.


Lincoln man sentenced to over 15 years for methamphetamine distribution

A Lincoln man has been sentenced to more than fifteen years in prison for possessing methamphetamine with intent to distribute following an investigation into regional drug trafficking networks. The U.S. Attorney’s Office emphasized continued collaboration among law enforcement agencies across Nebraska.


Julian Gonzalez sentenced to 57 months for obstructing federal drug trafficking investigation

Julian Gonzalez has been sentenced in Brooklyn federal court for attempting to obstruct a drug trafficking investigation by destroying evidence. Authorities say this case demonstrates their resolve against those seeking to hinder law enforcement work.


Defense Secretary Hegseth pledges support for Major Richard Star Act after Blumenthal's urging

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed at a recent hearing that he supports the Major Richard Star Act after questioning from Senator Richard Blumenthal. The bill seeks full benefit parity for combat-injured military retirees but has been blocked twice recently amid cost concerns.


GoodFellas gang member sentenced to ten years for drive-by shooting in Atlanta

Tahj Rankine received a ten-year prison sentence for his role in an Atlanta drive-by shooting involving the GoodFellas street gang that injured an innocent person. Federal officials emphasized continued efforts against violent gangs threatening community safety.


Heinrich criticizes Interior budget proposal during Senate committee hearing

Senator Martin Heinrich criticized President Trump's proposed Interior Department budget during a recent Senate hearing. He argued it would damage park management, wildlife programs, Tribal interests, and clean energy progress.


Virginia-based naval serviceman charged with transporting minor for sexual activity

A Virginia-based naval serviceman has been charged with transporting a Lafayette-area minor across state lines for illegal sexual activity. Authorities credit fast action by law enforcement partners for recovering the girl safely.


Whitehouse launches weekly Senate requests on climate change simple truths

Senator Sheldon Whitehouse has started a weekly series urging Senators to accept basic facts about climate change after his recent resolution was blocked. The initiative seeks bipartisan agreement beginning with recognition of sea level rise as real.


Brooklyn gang leader Moeleek Harrell sentenced to 60 years in federal prison

Moeleek Harrell received a 60-year prison sentence after being convicted on several serious charges tied to his leadership of Brooklyn's Bully Gang. Authorities say his actions fueled violence across neighborhoods while running complex drug operations extending into Maine.


25 convicted in $215 million international email fraud scheme spanning 47 states

A jury has convicted three people after a large-scale international email scam defrauded over one thousand victims out of millions across multiple countries. Authorities say twenty-five defendants have now been found guilty or pleaded guilty for their roles.


Comer raises concerns over federal billing system and rising healthcare costs

Chairman James Comer called attention to possible weaknesses in how Medicare bills are processed using CPT codes maintained by an outside organization but required by law for all claims submissions under major government health plans such as Medicare or Medicaid.


U.S. Attorney Zachary A. Keller highlights recent child exploitation prosecutions in Louisiana

U.S. Attorney Zachary A. Keller has announced several new prosecutions involving serious child exploitation offenses throughout western Louisiana. The announcement details various ongoing cases targeting alleged offenders from diverse backgrounds.