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Man pleads guilty to fatal shooting of former partner in Southwest D.C

Pernell Sims, a 35-year-old resident of Washington, D.C., has pleaded guilty to the second degree murder while armed of his former romantic partner, Tyshida Williams.


Coast Guard rescues surfer stranded over 24 hours off Puerto Rico

A 68-year-old man was rescued by the U.S. Coast Guard after being stranded for more than 24 hours off the coast of Puerto Rico.


AFSA: Wage garnishment will strain lower-income borrowers

The American Financial Services Association has announced that the upcoming restart of federal student-loan collections could disproportionately affect lower-income borrowers despite having a modest effect on overall consumer spending.


U.S. Secret Service shares updates on law enforcement partnerships and anti-fraud efforts

The U.S. Secret Service posted several updates in January 2026 about its ongoing collaboration with law enforcement agencies, recent anti-fraud operations in the United States during 2025, and a call for applicants for an industrial hygienist...


Federal court blocks medical device merger after FTC antitrust challenge

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has successfully blocked the proposed acquisition of JenaValve Technology, Inc. by Edwards Lifesciences Corp., a move expected to help lower healthcare costs and improve access to lifesaving medical devices in...


Laredo man pleads guilty to drug trafficking charges

A Laredo man has pleaded guilty to charges related to cocaine trafficking, according to an announcement from U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei.


Chief Michael W. Banks details new border security measures and workforce improvements

Chief Michael W. Banks shared updates on Twitter about recent incidents at the U.S.-Mexico border in January 2026—including human smuggling cases near El Paso and new technology deployments—while also reporting rising morale within Border Patrol...


Secretary Rubio and Cyprus foreign minister discuss counternarcotics efforts and EU presidency

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a call with Constantinos Kombos, the Foreign Minister of the Republic of Cyprus.


Secretary Rubio discusses Iran protests, Venezuela operation, and Ukraine war with French counterpart

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a call with French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot.


CBP apprehends fugitive wanted for sexual exploitation of a minor at Texas border

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Anzalduas International Bridge have apprehended Antonio Ford, a 23-year-old U.S. citizen from McIntyre, Georgia, who was wanted on a felony warrant for sexual exploitation of a minor.


D.C. man charged with second-degree murder after fatal pedestrian crash near White House

Santana Matthews, a 20-year-old resident of Washington, D.C., has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder while armed following the death of 26-year-old Marckell Williams on January 7, 2026.


Chief Michael W. Banks emphasizes continued focus on border enforcement in early 2026 tweets

Chief Michael W. Banks used Twitter in January 2026 to highlight ongoing efforts by Border Patrol agents along the U.S. border and reinforce his commitment to strict enforcement policies.


Operator of Massachusetts sober homes sentenced for multiple fraud schemes

Daniel Cleggett, the operator of several sober homes and insulation companies in Massachusetts, was sentenced to six years in federal prison for his involvement in multiple fraud schemes.


Previously convicted felon sentenced to four years for illegal machine gun possession

Floyd Clark, 22, from the District of Columbia, was sentenced to 48 months in federal prison for illegal possession of a Glock 22 .40 caliber pistol modified to function as a machine gun.


Former Doximity executive pleads guilty in multimillion-dollar insider trading case

A former corporate executive has admitted to participating in an insider trading scheme involving the stock and options of Doximity, a company that provides online networking services for medical professionals.


Camden County man receives over 11-year sentence for drug conspiracy and gun possession

A man from Camden County, New Jersey, has been sentenced to more than 11 years in prison for his involvement in a cocaine distribution conspiracy and illegal firearm possession.


Venezuelan man charged with laundering $1 billion through global crypto network

A Venezuelan citizen has been charged in the Eastern District of Virginia with conspiracy to launder approximately one billion dollars in illicit funds.


Dauphin County man convicted for possessing child pornography while on supervised release

Dwayne Cavanaugh, a 56-year-old resident of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, has been convicted by a federal jury for receiving and possessing child pornography.


Man charged with murder in fatal shooting of D.C. resident Melvin Saunders

Anthony Niwatilagu Long, 45, of Washington, D.C., has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder while armed in connection with the shooting death of Melvin Saunders.


Richmond man indicted for distributing child sexual abuse material

A Richmond man has been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges related to the distribution of child sexual abuse material (CSAM).