Stories by F. E. Simons on Federal Newswire


Former Baltimore football coach sentenced for overtime fraud and tax evasion

A former Baltimore City School police officer has been sentenced for submitting fraudulent overtime claims worth over $200,000 and evading taxes exceeding $60,000. The sentencing reflects ongoing efforts by federal authorities against public corruption involving misuse of taxpayer funds.


Four indicted in Massachusetts for alleged trafficking of narcotics from Puerto Rico and California

Federal prosecutors have charged four people with mailing large amounts of narcotics into Massachusetts from Puerto Rico and California. Authorities allege members used residential addresses throughout northeastern Massachusetts before retrieving drug-laden parcels soon after delivery.


Bookkeeper sentenced to prison for stealing from incapacitated senior citizens in Indiana

A former bookkeeper has been sentenced after admitting she stole over $79,000 from elderly clients while working at an Indiana nonprofit's guardianship program. Authorities say she manipulated financial records over nearly a year before being caught.


Lancaster man sentenced to 17 years in federal prison for drug trafficking and firearms

A Lancaster man has been sentenced to over seventeen years in federal prison after being convicted on drug trafficking charges involving methamphetamine sales totaling more than 700 grams. Law enforcement recovered multiple firearms and large quantities of various drugs during their investigation.


CBP outlines early security measures for FIFA World Cup 2026

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) shared updates on its preparations for securing the upcoming FIFA World Cup in June 2026 through several posts on April 14-15, praising field agents and outlining multi-agency coordination efforts.


U.S. Representative Mary Miller on abortion pill ingredients: 'The fact is, the abortion pill ingredients used to starve a pre-born child remain active and unfiltered in our water treatments'

U.S. Representative Mary Miller raised concerns about public health risks linked to chemical abortion pills remaining active in water systems during a March 18 press conference introducing new legislation.


Investigative Researcher Winslow on Second Amendment: 'The second amendment is the right that protects all rights. Without it, the Constitution is simply a piece of paper'

Bronson Winslow of Restoration News Media described the Second Amendment as 'the right that protects all rights' during a recent podcast appearance discussing judicial decisions affecting gun laws.


U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement posts updates on cartel fugitive reward and recent investigations

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement released updates via Twitter about major criminal cases involving cartel leaders, narcotics seizures in Puerto Rico, and human trafficking convictions as of mid-April 2026.


St. Louis man sentenced to 30 years for recording sexual abuse of five-year-old

A St. Louis man received a 30-year prison sentence for recording his sexual abuse of a five-year-old child after pleading guilty last year. Authorities say family members alerted police after discovering incriminating videos on his phone.


CBP reports arrests, counterfeit electronics seizure, and warnings on border security

On April 15, 2026, U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced multiple enforcement actions including an arrest for human smuggling in Yuma Sector and the seizure of counterfeit electronics in Buffalo.


Dallas mechanic sentenced to prison for methamphetamine trafficking in Eastern District of Texas

A Dallas auto mechanic has been sentenced to over seven years in federal prison for his involvement in a methamphetamine distribution scheme uncovered by federal investigators. The prosecution was part of an initiative targeting organized crime networks operating within the United States.


President sends judicial nominations to the Senate for consideration

The White House has sent several judicial nominations to the Senate on Apr. 14. The nominees include candidates for both federal district courts and associate judgeships in Washington D.C.'s Superior Court.


Three men sentenced to federal prison for illegal firearm possession in Savannah

Three men have been sentenced to federal prison for illegally possessing firearms in Savannah following investigations involving local police agencies and federal authorities. U.S Attorney Margaret E."Meg" Heap announced that all three offenders were prohibited from owning guns due to previous convictions or immigration status.


Officials warn Western District of Virginia residents about scam calls impersonating authorities

Authorities have issued a warning about scam phone calls in the Western District of Virginia. Officials say scammers are impersonating government agencies and making threats while demanding payment. Residents are urged not to share personal information and to report suspicious activity.


FBI arrests two men in Puerto Rico on child exploitation charges

Federal authorities have arrested two men in Puerto Rico on charges related to child exploitation offenses following indictments issued earlier this month. The cases underscore continued efforts by law enforcement agencies—including Project Safe Childhood—to address online crimes against minors.


Collin County man sentenced to 15 years for drug trafficking in Texas

A McKinney man received a fifteen-year federal sentence for drug trafficking after pleading guilty to conspiracy charges involving methamphetamine and cocaine distribution in Texas's Eastern District. Authorities discovered large quantities of drugs during searches related to his arrest.


Fayette County man pleads guilty to federal firearm possession charge

Braden Robertson has pleaded guilty in Charleston federal court for possessing multiple stolen firearms despite prior felony convictions. Authorities continue efforts under Operation Take Back America as several stolen guns remain unrecovered.


Hanahan city official charged with possession and production of child sexual abuse material

Kevin Phillip Hedgpeth, Hanahan's Mayor Pro Tem and councilman, has been charged with possessing and producing child sexual abuse material following an investigation by federal authorities. The case involves allegations spanning digital payments for illicit content involving minors over several years.


NYC Comptroller Levine: Palantir’s ‘material change’ in immigration enforcement role raises concerns

New York City Comptroller Mark Levine raised concerns about Palantir Technologies’ changing involvement with federal immigration enforcement agencies.


United States hosts high-level meeting with Lebanon and Israel on direct negotiations

The U.S. Department of State hosted a trilateral meeting with representatives from Israel and Lebanon on April 14. Officials discussed launching direct negotiations—the first such engagement since 1993—and addressed key security concerns facing both nations.