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Orthodontist receives 60-year sentence for exploiting minors online

Thomas Shannon, a 44-year-old former orthodontist from Byron Center, has been sentenced to 60 years in prison for the sexual exploitation of children.


Tennessee man pleads guilty to trafficking fentanyl-laced pills into Southwest Virginia

A Tennessee man has pleaded guilty in federal court to charges related to trafficking fentanyl-laced pills and powder into Southwest Virginia.


FTC and DOJ seek public input on updating competitor collaboration guidelines

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Justice’s Antitrust Division have initiated a joint public inquiry to gather feedback on potential new guidance for business collaborations among competitors.


NAR launches 'More Than Opening Doors' campaign highlighting realtor expertise

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) has launched a new consumer campaign titled "More Than Opening Doors" as part of its Right by You platform.


Federal agencies launch initiative to track foreign gifts at U.S. universities

The U.S. Departments of Education and State have announced a new partnership aimed at improving transparency regarding foreign contributions to American universities and identifying potential security risks.


President marks 190th anniversary recalling heroism at Battle of The Alamo

On the 190th anniversary of the Battle of the Alamo, a presidential message reflected on the significance of the historic event and its impact on American history.


Pennsylvania man charged after alleged grooming leads police to rescue minor at Castaic motel

A man from Pennsylvania has been arrested and charged federally after allegedly grooming a 13-year-old girl to send him sexually explicit material and images of self-harm, culminating in her rescue from a motel in the Santa Clarita Valley.


Durbin files amicus brief supporting North Dakota court ruling on Fed's debit fee rule

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, who serves as Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee and is the author of the Durbin Amendment, has filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit.


U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement details arrests and honors fallen agent

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement reported arrests involving serious charges against two noncitizens on February 21, 2026.


CarMax settles with DOJ over alleged illegal repossessions from U.S. servicemembers

CarMax, Inc., the largest used car retailer in the United States, has agreed to pay nearly $500,000 to resolve allegations that it violated the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) by repossessing vehicles owned by military personnel without...


Norwood man sentenced to over four years for threatening law enforcement

Bryan Cornwell, a 42-year-old formerly from Norwood, Colorado, has been sentenced to 57 months in federal prison after being convicted by a jury on two counts of transmitting threats in interstate commerce.


Secretary Rubio and Saudi foreign minister discuss economic cooperation and regional security

Secretary Rubio held a conversation with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud on February 23, 2026.


Jacksonville man pleads guilty to armed robberies at local pizza restaurants

Eugene Campbell IV, a 35-year-old resident of Jacksonville, has pleaded guilty to charges related to two armed robberies at pizza restaurants in Jacksonville.


House committees submit joint findings on Christian persecution in Nigeria

Following President Trump's call to action and the redesignation of Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC), members of the House Appropriations Committee and House Foreign Affairs Committee have delivered a joint report on Christian...


Senate Democrats propose law requiring refunds for illegal Trump-era tariff collections

Ranking Member Edward J. Markey, along with Senators Ron Wyden and Jeanne Shaheen, introduced legislation that would require the federal government to refund tariffs collected under former President Donald Trump’s administration.


Maryland man charged with second degree murder in Washington D.C. stabbing

Shawn Conway, a 50-year-old resident of Oxon Hill, Maryland, has been charged with second degree murder while armed in connection to a fatal stabbing that occurred in Washington, D.C. The charge was announced by U.S. Attorney Jeanine Ferris Pirro.


Rogers criticizes aviation safety legislation citing national security risks

House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mike Rogers (R-AL) spoke on the House floor to oppose S.2503, known as the ROTOR Act.


House Appropriations Subcommittee opens period for public witness testimony submissions

The House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies has opened the window for written public testimony submissions starting February 23, 2026.


Wewoka woman sentenced to over one year for assault causing serious injury

Erin Nicole Hodge, a 30-year-old resident of Wewoka, Oklahoma, has been sentenced to 21 months in federal prison for assault resulting in serious bodily injury.


House committee chairman presses Minnesota governor over nutrition program fraud investigation

The House Education and Workforce Committee Chairman, Tim Walberg (R-MI), has sent a letter to Minnesota Governor Tim Walz regarding the state's handling of fraud in two federal nutrition programs.