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By C. M. Ingle | Mar 10, 2026

The Federal Trade Commission is partnering with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and GoVA Foundation to host a discussion on the links between scams, financial difficulties, and mental health.

By T. J. Graves | Mar 10, 2026

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) held a closed meeting on March 12, 2026, at 3:30 PM EDT to discuss a nonpublic law enforcement matter.

By T. J. Graves | Mar 9, 2026

Dashawn Dwyer of Hartford pleaded guilty to unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon after police found him with an illegally modified gun during an arrest in November 2024. He faces up to 15 years in prison when sentenced in June.

By F. E. Simons | Mar 9, 2026

Michael St. Denny Jr., from St. Lawrence County, has pleaded guilty to distributing child pornography using social media applications in 2024. Authorities say he faces significant prison time when sentenced in July for his actions involving material depicting abuse of young children.

By T. J. Graves | Mar 9, 2026

Jalen Smith has pleaded guilty in federal court for his role in fixing NCAA and CBA men's basketball games through bribery schemes involving dozens of players across multiple teams. The case underscores concerns about sports integrity as authorities continue investigating similar offenses.

By F. E. Simons | Mar 9, 2026

Simon Andrew Tuck of Findlay has been indicted on charges including stalking and making false reports. Authorities allege he harassed two men and their families over several months. If convicted, he faces up to five years in prison per count.

By F. E. Simons | Mar 9, 2026

A new commentary from Kyle Chan at Brookings Institution's John L. Thornton China Center analyzes China's unique strategies in artificial intelligence development compared with those of the United States. The piece discusses differences in efficiency efforts, open-source adoption rates, physical integration of AI technologies, policy drivers behind China's approach, and implications for U.S. policy.

By F. E. Simons | Mar 9, 2026

Brian E. Hunter of Cincinnati has been sentenced to four years in prison for illegally possessing a firearm as a convicted felon following a traffic stop in Kentucky. Authorities say Hunter must serve most of his sentence before supervised release.

By R. C. Jamison | Mar 9, 2026

Congressman Brett Guthrie outlined new legislative efforts aimed at protecting children from online harms in a recent op-ed. The initiatives include updated privacy laws and requirements for age verification on adult content sites. The House Energy and Commerce Committee continues its longstanding role in shaping policies affecting American families.

By F. E. Simons | Mar 9, 2026

Ricardo Santiago has been sentenced to nearly five years in prison for fraudulently collecting government benefits over two decades while concealing his employment income from authorities. The court also ordered him to pay restitution after attempts at evasion were uncovered.

By T. J. Graves | Mar 9, 2026

Two men have admitted guilt in a federal court in Connecticut for their roles in laundering nearly $9 million stolen through online scams targeting mostly elderly victims. The defendants face significant prison time after opening sham bank accounts and moving illicit funds into cryptocurrency wallets controlled by scammers.

By T. J. Graves | Mar 9, 2026

President Donald J. Trump has proclaimed March 9 as U.S. Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day for 2026. The day honors Americans held abroad while highlighting recent government efforts for their release.

By C. M. Ingle | Mar 9, 2026

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Laredo Port of Entry intercepted a shipment of cocaine worth over $1.7 million concealed in a commercial truck at the Colombia-Solidarity Bridge on February 26.

By C. M. Ingle | Mar 9, 2026

Jonathan Perry of Arlington pleaded guilty in Boston federal court to conspiring with another individual to distribute controlled substances across Massachusetts. Authorities allege involvement with illegal firearms sales and connections to gang activity.

By T. J. Graves | Mar 9, 2026

Wilfredo Ortiz of Bristol was sentenced to over eleven years in federal prison for leading a drug trafficking operation based at a New Britain car dealership. Authorities seized large quantities of drugs, firearms, cash, and vehicles during the investigation.

By C. M. Ingle | Mar 9, 2026

Dwayne Lowery of Jamestown has pleaded guilty to federal charges involving fentanyl distribution and kidnapping after holding a victim for over three weeks across multiple locations. Law enforcement agencies coordinated their investigation leading up to his arrest.

By T. J. Graves | Mar 9, 2026

Executive Assistant Commissioner Diane J. Sabatino posted on March 8-9 about CBP efforts against agricultural pests like the New World Screwworm and recent narcotics seizures in Puerto Rico ports.

By C. M. Ingle | Mar 9, 2026

A man accused of distributing large amounts of purple fentanyl has been charged federally after his arrest near Atlanta. Authorities say Martin Armando Gonzalez-Martinez worked directly with Mexico-based traffickers before his apprehension by DEA agents.

By T. P. Broyles | Mar 9, 2026

Congressman Roger Williams argues that career and technical education is key to solving labor shortages. In an op-ed published March 9, he highlights legislative efforts supporting skills-based training for American workers.

By C. M. Ingle | Mar 9, 2026

Federal prosecutors have charged two individuals with attempting to detonate explosives during protests outside Gracie Mansion in Manhattan on March 7. Authorities allege both suspects acted in support of ISIS and intended mass harm at a public demonstration.