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Justice Department settles $215M case over Backpage.com assets

The Justice Department has reached a $215 million settlement agreement in the civil forfeiture case related to Backpage.com, an internet forum previously used for prostitution ads, including those involving minors.


Blinken travels to Jordan and Türkiye for talks on regional developments

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken is set to visit Aqaba, Jordan, and Ankara, Türkiye from December 11 to 13, 2024.


Wyoming federal court sentences multiple offenders for diverse crimes

The U.S. Attorney's Office has announced several recent sentences in Wyoming for crimes ranging from child sexual assault material to illegal re-entry into the United States.


Washington man convicted for armed kidnapping and sexual abuse

Ricky McNeil, a 31-year-old resident of Washington, D.C., has been convicted by a jury in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia.


Wisconsin grand jury issues indictments for illegal firearm possession

A federal grand jury in the Western District of Wisconsin, based in Madison, has issued several indictments.


Biden mourns death of renowned poet Nikki Giovanni

In 2020, Nikki Giovanni's words resonated with many: “and sometime, there has to be something called courage.


Salvadoran sentenced for fraud offenses and illegal re-entry into US

Jose Reyes-Acosta, a 49-year-old Salvadoran citizen, has been sentenced to 39 months in prison for illegal re-entry into the United States and fraudulent use of a U.S. citizen's identifying information.


House passes defense bill focusing on China-related provisions

Chairman John Moolenaar of Michigan expressed his support for the 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) following its passage in the House.


U.S., Israeli defense leaders discuss regional security commitments

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III engaged in discussions with Israeli Minister of Defense Israel Katz on December 11, 2024.


DHS conducts fourth removal flight to China amid ongoing immigration enforcement

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recently executed its fourth large-frame charter removal flight to the People's Republic of China (PRC) in less than six months.


Los Lunas man sentenced for illegal firearm possession after domestic incident

A Los Lunas man, Gabriel Roger Benavidez, has been sentenced to 57 months in federal prison for illegally possessing firearms and ammunition as a convicted felon.


Delaware County woman sentenced for armed carjacking in South Philadelphia

United States Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero announced that Nateirah Ortiz, 25, from Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, has been sentenced to eight years in prison.


Bipartisan legislation passes reducing health care reporting requirements

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has expressed approval following the U.S. Senate's passage of two bipartisan legislative measures, the Employer Reporting Improvement Act and the Paperwork Burden Reduction Act.


EPA allocates $4 million for zero-emission vehicles in Michigan

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced that the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy will receive $4,405,187 to purchase 15 zero-emission vehicles.


Mississippi distributor sentenced over misbranding imported seafood as premium local catch

A Mississippi seafood distributor and two managers have been sentenced for their involvement in a scheme to mislabel seafood and commit wire fraud.


Cedar Rapids felon convicted for illegal firearm possession

A Cedar Rapids man was found guilty of possessing a firearm as a felon after a three-day trial in federal court.


Billings man sentenced for role in multi-state drug trafficking operation

A Billings man has been sentenced to 10 years and eight months in prison for his involvement in methamphetamine trafficking.


US introduces act for national immersive technology strategy

In Washington, the introduction of the United States Leadership in Immersive Technology Act aims to establish an advisory panel for a national immersive technology strategy.


Federal indictment alleges school fund embezzlement by former maintenance director

A federal grand jury has returned an 18-count indictment against Michael David Barker, 47, from Foster.


Lewiston man found guilty of making violent threats against legal officials

A jury has found Trevor J. Lunney, a 39-year-old man from Lewiston, guilty of making violent threats against his lawyer, the prosecutor, and members of the public.