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DOGE announces cancellation of USDOT grants, saving $51 million

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has announced the termination of seven grants by Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and the U.S. Department of Transportation, amounting to $54 million.


DOGE cancels 179 more contracts, saving $280 million

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has announced the termination of 179 additional contracts, which had a ceiling value of $1.87 billion.


Recall of Ankimo monkfish liver due to undeclared milk in California

JJWV Marketing Corporation, based in Santa Fe Springs, California, has announced a recall of its Ankimo Monkfish Liver product.


Ray & Mascari Inc. recalls tomatoes over Salmonella concerns across multiple states

Ray & Mascari Inc., based in Indianapolis, Indiana, has issued a recall for its 4 Count Vine Ripe Tomatoes due to potential Salmonella contamination.


Tomato recall issued by Williams Farms due to potential Salmonella risk

Williams Farms Repack LLC has issued a recall for several tomato products due to a possible Salmonella contamination.


Navy Secretary Phelan on cancelled IT contracts: 'By eliminating this waste, we will save almost $300 million'

John C. Phelan, Secretary of the Navy, said he is collaborating with the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to reduce waste, ensure accountability, and strengthen the nation’s fighting forces.


WEEKEND INTERVIEW: Jim Lechner’s Mission to Honor America’s Veterans

U.S. military veterans have stood as the backbone of the nation’s defense and civic legacy.


Registered sex offender arrested for sending obscenity to Massachusetts minor

David Fernandes III, a registered sex offender, has been arrested on charges of sending obscene material to a minor in Massachusetts.


Donald Trump shares his views on Truth Social

Former President Donald J. Trump voiced his opinion on his Truth Social account in early May 2025, notably criticizing Fox News's political strategist Karl Rove.


Interior Department to update offshore financial assurance rule to aid energy development

The U.S. Department of the Interior has announced plans to revise the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management’s 2024 Risk Management and Financial Assurance for OCS Lease and Grant Obligations Rule.


Mexican national pleads guilty to identity fraud in Louisiana

A Mexican national, Jose Guadalupe Munoz-Perez, has pleaded guilty to illegally using a Social Security number to obtain a Louisiana driver's license.


Secretary Burgum visits Gulf of America to discuss energy policy

Secretary Doug Burgum traveled to the Gulf of America to tour an offshore oil rig and a liquefied natural gas export facility.


Honduran nationals face charges for repeated illegal entry into US

Two individuals from Honduras have been indicted by a federal grand jury in South Florida for illegal reentry into the United States, a violation of 8 U.S.C. 1326.


Texas man sentenced for drug trafficking violations

Saul Macedo-Rodriguez, a 38-year-old resident of Texas, has been sentenced to 120 months in prison after pleading guilty to charges related to the distribution and possession with intent to distribute five kilograms or more of cocaine.


Mexican national charged with exporting stolen vehicles linked to cartel

A 19-year-old Mexican national, Angel David Salas-Herrera, has been arrested for his alleged involvement in attempting to export a stolen vehicle. U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei announced the arrest, stating that Salas-Herrera is scheduled to...


Mexican national sentenced for illegal re-entry into U.S

Acting United States Attorney Michael M. Simpson has announced the sentencing of Santiago Puente-Garcia, a 26-year-old native of Mexico, for illegal reentry into the United States.


Maryland man indicted on charges related to child exploitation

A federal grand jury has indicted Joel Thomas Biermann, a 46-year-old resident of University Park, Maryland, on charges related to child exploitation.


Middletown man indicted for robbery and carjacking spree

A federal grand jury in Delaware has indicted Anthony Fields, a 48-year-old resident of Middletown, on charges related to a series of violent crimes committed earlier this year.


Detroit man sentenced for fentanyl distribution

Devontay Brian Johnson, a 29-year-old resident of Detroit, Michigan, has been sentenced to four years and nine months in prison.


U.S. marks National Astronaut Day with commitment to future space exploration

Sixty-four years ago, an American astronaut embarked on a mission that marked a significant milestone in space exploration.