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By T. J. Graves | Mar 18, 2026

Clayton Brown from Lake City pled guilty in Sioux City federal court to distributing methamphetamine and illegally possessing a firearm. Authorities seized drugs and cash during the investigation. Sentencing will be determined after further review.

By T. J. Graves | Mar 18, 2026

A Versailles woman has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison after distributing fentanyl inside a jail led to two overdoses. Authorities say Melissa Wilhoite smuggled drugs into Woodford County Detention Center following her arrest last November.

By R. C. Jamison | Mar 18, 2026

Senators Dick Durbin and Catherine Cortez Masto led a group urging DHS officials to speed up Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) renewal processing due to growing delays affecting recipients' stability. Their letter highlights risks such as job loss or deportation if renewals lapse.

By F. E. Simons | Mar 18, 2026

A Haverhill man faces federal wire fraud charges after allegedly misleading investors about cryptocurrency funds and losing their money. Prosecutors say Luciano Schipelliti provided false updates to investors before launching another fund that also failed.

By H. B. Edwards | Mar 18, 2026

Senators Martin Heinrich and Angus King have filed an amicus brief opposing former President Trump’s plan for a commemorative arch in Washington, D.C., arguing it requires congressional approval under federal law. The move supports ongoing legal efforts by veterans and experts challenging unilateral executive action over national monuments.

By T. J. Graves | Mar 18, 2026

Federal authorities stopped a nighttime maritime smuggling attempt near Miami involving fifteen people from several countries. Eleven were returned to their country of origin while four face charges for human smuggling.

By T. P. Broyles | Mar 18, 2026

A congressional subcommittee reviewed efforts by Postmaster General David Steiner aimed at addressing severe financial problems facing USPS. Lawmakers pressed for answers on cost-cutting measures, rising expenses, service quality issues, and future reforms.

By H. B. Edwards | Mar 18, 2026

House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington urged Congress on March 18 to adopt a balanced budget amendment or pursue an Article V Convention due to rising national debt concerns. He cited past failures by both parties while highlighting projections from federal agencies about future deficits.

By F. E. Simons | Mar 18, 2026

Gerardo Heriberto Nuñez Nuñez has been extradited from the Dominican Republic to face charges related to laundering funds from an alleged elder fraud scheme targeting hundreds across the United States. Authorities say more than $5 million was lost by victims averaging age 84.

By T. J. Graves | Mar 18, 2026

Frank Hamilton has been sentenced to more than five years in prison after pleading guilty to leading a multi-million dollar loan fraud scheme involving government-backed pandemic relief programs. Federal investigators say most funds were never repaid.

By T. J. Graves | Mar 18, 2026

National Farmers Union President Rob Larew criticized USDA's decision to delay new rules aimed at improving fairness in poultry grower payments. The organization says this postponement impacts family farmers seeking greater transparency in their contracts. NFU continues advocating for timely enforcement of these regulations.

By C. M. Ingle | Mar 17, 2026

The United States has criticized a recent Inter-American Commission on Human Rights hearing about U.S. counternarcotics operations. Officials say such hearings fall outside IACHR's mandate and risk undermining its credibility.

By C. M. Ingle | Mar 17, 2026

The United States has signed new bilateral health cooperation agreements with Honduras and Senegal under its America First Global Health Strategy. These five-year deals focus on improving disease detection capabilities and strengthening local healthcare systems through joint investments.

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 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.