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By F. E. Simons | Apr 13, 2026
Eric William Garvin and Anthony Lee Khan from Palm Bay have been sentenced to federal prison for conspiring to distribute fentanyl. The sentences follow an investigation that uncovered large quantities of illegal drugs at their residences.
By R. C. Jamison | Apr 13, 2026
Chairman Andrew R. Garbarino and Rep. Vince Fong met with LA28 officials about upcoming Olympic Games security plans in Los Angeles. Discussions included federal funding support as well as strategies involving multiple government agencies.
By C. M. Ingle | Apr 13, 2026
The President has signed two bills into law: one extending protections for Holocaust-era art recovery claims, and another reauthorizing small business innovation programs through fiscal year 2031.
By T. P. Broyles | Apr 13, 2026
House Appropriations Committee Chairman Tom Cole has announced dates for marking up fiscal year 2027 spending bills. The process will cover major federal agencies over several months starting in April. The committee's actions influence how government funds are allocated each year.
By F. E. Simons | Apr 13, 2026
ICE has released photos of Carl Schilbe, a Nevada resident charged with multiple child sex crimes following an investigation by Homeland Security Investigations. Officials urge anyone with information about the case to contact authorities.
By T. J. Graves | Apr 13, 2026
A Leominster man has been arrested on charges related to transporting child sexual abuse material after being flagged at Logan Airport last year. The case is part of broader efforts under Project Safe Childhood led by federal authorities across Massachusetts.
By F. E. Simons | Apr 13, 2026
Monteze Morton has been sentenced to fourteen years in prison for killing Dimitrious Brown following an altercation last year in Washington D.C., according to federal prosecutors. The sentence includes five years supervised release and mandatory registration as a gun offender.
By T. J. Graves | Apr 13, 2026
A Morriston veterinarian has been arrested on charges related to transporting minors for illegal purposes and sending threats. Authorities say Gregory Ford faces several federal counts after an indictment was announced by U.S. Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe.
By F. E. Simons | Apr 13, 2026
A Panama City Beach man has been indicted on charges related to attempted enticement of a minor. Authorities say Amani Lawrence faces up to life imprisonment if convicted. The case is being prosecuted as part of Project Safe Childhood.
By T. J. Graves | Apr 13, 2026
Andrew Catalone pleaded guilty on April 9 to unlawfully possessing controlled substances for distribution after collecting unused drugs from patients at his New York practices without authorization or proper documentation. Authorities say he faces over four years' imprisonment if his plea agreement is accepted.
By T. J. Graves | Apr 13, 2026
A Butler man has pleaded guilty in federal court for making violent threats online targeting President Donald J. Trump as well as other U.S. officials and ICE agents. Shawn Monper faces up to ten years imprisonment per count at his upcoming sentencing hearing scheduled for August.
By C. M. Ingle | Apr 13, 2026
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement posted several updates on April 13, 2026, detailing a deportation case involving statutory rape conviction, federal prosecution tied to child sexual abuse material in Florida, and services provided by its...
By R. C. Jamison | Apr 13, 2026
Chairman Roger Williams has appointed Sean Dillon as Staff Director for the House Small Business Committee. Dillon brings extensive experience from Capitol Hill and federal agencies. His leadership is expected to impact small business policy in Congress.
By T. J. Graves | Apr 13, 2026
A Honduran national living unlawfully in Oregon was found guilty by a federal jury for distributing fentanyl that caused a fatal overdose in Portland. Authorities say this case underscores growing concerns about opioid-related deaths linked with illicit drugs like fentanyl.
By T. J. Graves | Apr 13, 2026
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Atlanta's airport seized over $372,000 from travelers who failed to report large sums of cash between January and March this year. Officials say strict enforcement aims to combat illicit activity linked with unreported bulk cash movements.
By C. M. Ingle | Apr 13, 2026
A Dominican national has been indicted by a federal grand jury for alleged illegal reentry into the United States following prior deportation from Massachusetts authorities report. The defendant faces significant penalties if convicted.
By H. B. Edwards | Apr 13, 2026
Senator Joni Ernst announced that President Trump has signed major reforms into law updating SBIR-STTR programs. The changes prioritize small businesses in federal innovation funding while aiming for greater accountability and protection against foreign influence.
By T. J. Graves | Apr 13, 2026
A Titusville teenager has been indicted as an adult for murder and aggravated sexual abuse following his stepsister's death aboard a cruise ship last November, authorities announced April 13th. The case remains under investigation by FBI Miami.
By F. E. Simons | Apr 13, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission has reached a settlement with supplement seller TruHeight over deceptive marketing practices targeting children’s height growth. The company is accused of making unsupported health claims and using fake reviews online.
By R. C. Jamison | Apr 13, 2026
The House Small Business Committee will hold a public hearing on April 15 about Working Families Tax Cuts. Lawmakers plan to explore how these cuts affect small business growth. Witnesses from various organizations are scheduled to testify.
