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Wyoming man sentenced for disability fraud and tax evasion

James M. Alexander, a 63-year-old resident of Gillette, Wyoming, has been sentenced to 12 months in federal prison followed by two years of supervised release for theft of government property and filing a false income tax return.


St. Louis County man pleads guilty to drug and child pornography charges

A man from St. Louis County has admitted to recording sexual activity with a 13-year-old and possessing fentanyl.


Evansville man sentenced for illegal firearm possession

James Charleston Jr., a 36-year-old resident of Evansville, has been sentenced to five years in federal prison followed by three years of supervised release.


U.S. attorney's office renews efforts against elder abuse

In June, recognized as World Elder Abuse Awareness Month, the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Nevada and the FBI Las Vegas Division are renewing their commitment to safeguard older citizens from fraudulent schemes.


Mexican woman sentenced for illegal reentry into U.S

Griselda Vazquez-Duran, a 46-year-old Mexican national, has been sentenced to six months in prison for illegal reentry into the United States.


Armed career criminal sentenced over new robbery charges

Terry Sherwood Slade, a 55-year-old resident of Charlotte, North Carolina, has been sentenced to 188 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release.


FTC issues $8.1M refunds over Care.com's deceptive practices

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced the distribution of refunds amounting to over $8.1 million to consumers affected by misleading practices from Care.com, an online platform for child and older adult care jobs.


Houston man sentenced for leading fentanyl trafficking gang

A Houston resident, Tamarious "Poogi" Faulkner, has been sentenced to 210 months in federal prison for his role as the leader of the Thorough Bread Family (TBF), a street gang involved in distributing fentanyl.


FTC sues companies over deceptive advertising in addiction treatment services

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has initiated legal action against Mercury Marketing, LLC, and several other entities.


Missouri man pleads guilty in child pornography attempt

A man from Jefferson County, Missouri, has admitted to attempting to meet a 16-year-old for sexual activity.


Jimcy McGirt pleads guilty to failure to register as sex offender

Jimcy McGirt, 76, from Wewoka, Oklahoma, has pleaded guilty to failing to register as a sex offender.


Former IT manager indicted for theft and money laundering

A Pittsburgh resident has been indicted on charges of wire fraud and money laundering.


Man convicted for deadly carjacking during Puerto Rico blackout

On June 20, 2025, a federal jury in San Juan, Puerto Rico convicted Joseph Payne-Pabón of carjacking resulting in the death of an 82-year-old woman.


Florida man convicted in multimillion-dollar Medicare fraud scheme

The United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Jay Clayton, has announced the conviction of Ted Albin for his involvement in a multimillion-dollar Medicare fraud scheme.


Mexican national sentenced for illegal reentry after prior murder conviction

An individual previously convicted of murder has been sentenced to 69 months in federal prison for illegally reentering the United States.


NFIB seeks guidelines for noneconomic damages in Pennsylvania court case

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has submitted an amicus brief in the case of Paul Gill and Diane Gill v. Shell Oil Company, et al., currently before the Superior Court of Pennsylvania.


Elmwood man indicted for firearm possession as a felon

Jaequan Bailey, a 26-year-old resident of Elmwood, Louisiana, has been indicted on charges related to the possession of firearms and ammunition as a felon.


Restoration News launches RestoretheMilitary.com to expose Army generals in leadership review

Restoration News has announced the launch of RestoretheMilitary.com, a platform aimed at highlighting senior Army generals accused of promoting identity-based ideologies over a merit-based, warrior-focused military.


North Carolina Board of Elections overhauls leadership and compliance to boost election integrity

The North Carolina Board of Elections has announced significant changes in its leadership, oversight, and federal compliance.


FDA reports over 4,000 serious adverse events tied to mifepristone

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has reported that mifepristone, a drug commonly used in medication abortions, has been associated with over 4,000 serious adverse side effects and 151 deaths.