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D.C. man sentenced for role in multi-state COVID-19 unemployment insurance fraud

Isiah Lewis, a 35-year-old resident of Prince George’s County, Maryland, has been sentenced to 53 months in federal prison for his role in a conspiracy to commit wire fraud and aggravated identity theft.


Mentmore man sentenced to over three years for assault and strangulation

A man from Mentmore, New Mexico, has been sentenced to 37 months in federal prison for assaulting and strangling a victim, resulting in substantial bodily injury.


Former suburban Chicago officer found guilty of stealing cash and drugs during traffic stops

A former police officer from the Phoenix, Illinois Police Department has been found guilty on federal corruption charges for his role in a scheme to steal cash and drugs during traffic stops.


Pending home sales drop nationally as all regions see monthly declines

Pending home sales in the United States fell by 9.3% in December compared to the previous month and declined 3.0% year over year, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR) Pending Home Sales Report released on January 21, 2026.


Seven charged with money laundering after major fraud scheme uncovered in Albany region

Seven people from Albany and Troy, New York, have been indicted on charges of conspiring to launder $7.1 million in proceeds from a complex fraud scheme that targeted victims worldwide.


Fallcatcher founder sentenced for $5 million investor fraud scheme

Henry Ford, also known as Cleothus “Lefty” Jackson, was sentenced to five and a half years in prison for defrauding investors out of about $5 million.


Montgomery County man sentenced for defrauding VA out of over $240K in disability benefits

Victor Milbourne, a 52-year-old resident of King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for defrauding the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) out of approximately $241,260 in disability benefits.


U.S. and Mexico plan new ministerial meeting on joint border security efforts

Following a recent call between President Donald Trump and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Mexico's Foreign Secretary Juan Ramón de la Fuente held a phone conversation to discuss ongoing security...


U.S. and Japan discuss strengthening alliance during Washington meeting

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with Japanese Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs Funakoshi Takehiro in Washington, D.C. The meeting focused on enhancing economic and security cooperation between the United States and Japan.


United States and Israel announce new strategic partnership on AI and critical technologies

The United States and Israel have announced the launch of a Strategic Partnership focused on artificial intelligence, research, and critical technologies.


High-ranking cartel members appear in Houston federal court on trafficking charges

Two high-ranking members of Mexican cartels have appeared in federal court in Houston on drug trafficking charges, according to U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei.


ICE arrests Venezuelan gang member wanted for murder and racketeering in New Mexico

Yorvis Michel Carrascal Campo, a Venezuelan national and alleged member of the Tren de Aragua gang, has been arrested in Colorado Springs, Colorado by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Homeland Security Investigations.


FTC hosts webinar on avoiding government imposter scams after $13 billion in losses

Americans lost almost $13 billion to fraud in 2024, according to data from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).


Ohio man pleads guilty to distributing fentanyl in West Virginia

Roderick Tyrone Boyd, a 30-year-old resident of Vandalia, Ohio, has pleaded guilty to charges involving the distribution of fentanyl and aiding and abetting its distribution.


Spring & Mulberry recalls chocolate bar nationwide over possible Salmonella contamination

Spring & Mulberry has announced a voluntary recall of its Mint Leaf Date Sweetened Chocolate Bar, lot #025255, due to possible Salmonella contamination.


Live it Up recalls super greens after salmonella outbreak linked to multiple illnesses

Superfoods Inc., operating as Live it Up and based in New York, has announced a nationwide recall of its Live it Up Super Greens products due to potential Salmonella contamination.


Sinaloa cartel driver convicted for transporting methamphetamine and fentanyl

A Harlingen resident has been convicted for his role in a drug trafficking operation linked to the Sinaloa Cartel, according to an announcement from U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei.


Puerto Rico woman sentenced to five months for interfering with flight crew

Jennifer Rodriguez, a 37-year-old resident of Puerto Rico, has been sentenced to five months in federal prison for interfering with flight attendants by assault and intimidation.


Ahmed Alaahri sentenced to 11 years for kidnapping and sexual abuse of minor

Earlier today in Brooklyn federal court, Ahmed Alaahri was sentenced to 11 years in prison for kidnapping and sexually abusing a 17-year-old victim, identified as John Doe.


National Restaurant Association names Keri Stockland as chief financial officer

Keri Stockland has been appointed as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the National Restaurant Association.