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By F. E. Simons | Mar 17, 2026
Todd Faustin, a former Rikers Island correction officer, has pled guilty to making false statements regarding workplace injuries tied to use-of-force incidents. Prosecutors say he fraudulently obtained over $370,000 in benefits before resigning his post.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 17, 2026
A former investment advisor has pleaded guilty to wire fraud after stealing nearly $10 million from an elderly client over several years in Georgia. Authorities say Eijroghene Okuma abused his position by embezzling funds through fraudulent accounts and unauthorized transfers.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 17, 2026
Nong Chatchanok Press of Iowa City has been sentenced to over nine years in federal prison for receiving child pornography. Authorities seized thousands of illicit images from his devices following an investigation prompted by a tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.
By F. E. Simons | Mar 17, 2026
Osnyson Desrosiers has been sentenced to two years in federal prison for his role in a firearm trafficking scheme involving straw purchases of Glock handguns later smuggled into Canada. The case is part of Operation Take Back America.
By T. P. Broyles | Mar 17, 2026
The U.S. House has approved S. 3971 to reauthorize key small business innovation programs through 2031. Lawmakers say this move supports entrepreneurs driving technological advancement and economic growth.
By F. E. Simons | Mar 17, 2026
Pending home sales rose slightly nationwide last month but remain below last year's levels overall according to new data from the National Association of Realtors released March 17th. Regional trends varied with some metro areas posting strong annual gains while others saw declines. Experts say affordability improvements may have contributed but warn future changes could impact buyer activity.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 17, 2026
A Guatemalan man has been extradited to Texas on federal drug trafficking charges following an international investigation led by U.S. authorities. If convicted, he faces up to life in prison. Authorities emphasize that all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 17, 2026
Brian Shane Haigler has been sentenced after defrauding investors and a North Carolina church in a Ponzi scheme involving nearly $1.5 million. The investigation revealed misuse of both private investments and federal COVID-19 relief funds.
By H. B. Edwards | Mar 17, 2026
House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mike Rogers discussed border security progress under President Trump during a March 17 hearing on military posture in the Western Hemisphere. He addressed reductions in illegal crossings and drug trafficking while highlighting international cooperation against cartels.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 17, 2026
A judge has found probable cause to charge Niwatilagu Anthony Long with second-degree murder while armed after a fatal shooting in Northeast D.C. The court determined there are no release conditions that would ensure public safety as the investigation continues.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 17, 2026
Donald Smith has been convicted by a Pittsburgh federal jury on multiple counts of wire fraud and failing to file corporate tax returns. The charges stem from a scheme involving over one million dollars in fraudulent payments related to defense contracts.
By F. E. Simons | Mar 17, 2026
A Michigan orthodontist received a 60-year prison sentence for sexually exploiting minors online between 2019 and 2024. The case involved multiple law enforcement agencies working together after initial reports surfaced via Snapchat.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 17, 2026
Christopher B. Ferguson and Brian McFadden have pled guilty to falsifying records related to Edison Nation's reported sales during the COVID-19 pandemic. The charges stem from submitting fake documents about multi-million dollar orders following an inquiry from FINRA.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 17, 2026
An Australian man has been charged with assaulting a TSA officer at Los Angeles International Airport following an incident near Terminals 6 and 7. Authorities say he faces up to eight years in prison if convicted.
By F. E. Simons | Mar 17, 2026
Brittany Hudson was convicted by a federal jury on charges including wire fraud and forgery after stealing nearly $10 million from Amazon through fake vendors and invoices. Authorities say she also forged court documents while out on bond. Sentencing is scheduled for June.
By F. E. Simons | Mar 17, 2026
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced several high-profile arrests between March 15-16, including cases involving terrorism allegations at Newark Liberty International Airport, domestic violence in Alabama, and large-scale visa fraud...
By T. P. Broyles | Mar 17, 2026
Chairman Tim Walberg introduced seven new bills during a committee markup on Mar. 17 covering topics from literacy instruction reforms to combating student aid fraud and curbing frivolous lawsuits affecting retirement plans.
By H. B. Edwards | Mar 17, 2026
The House Education and Workforce Committee approved seven new bills covering topics from literacy instruction to retirement security. The legislation targets student aid fraud prevention as well as protections for children in schools.
By F. E. Simons | Mar 17, 2026
A Bettendorf man received over eighteen years in federal prison for repeated child pornography offenses while on supervised release. Authorities say Jacob Lawson Bertrand possessed thousands of illegal images and videos using an unauthorized cell phone. The case is part of Project Safe Childhood's ongoing efforts against online child exploitation.
By F. E. Simons | Mar 17, 2026
Gianni Robinson has been sentenced to over ten years in prison for planning seven armed robberies at a Chinatown Walgreens store in Washington D.C., involving inside help from store managers and an armed accomplice. The case underscores law enforcement efforts against organized retail crime.
