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Former Tampa banker sentenced to prison for bank fraud scheme

U.S. District Judge Steven D. Merryday has sentenced Igor Shushpanov, a former banker from Tampa, to 15 months in federal prison for his involvement in a bank fraud scheme.


Cedrick Dion Tyron Griffin, a 26-year-old resident of Detroit, Michigan, has been sentenced to 14 years in federal prison for fentanyl trafficking.


A Florida man has been sentenced to nine years in prison for engaging in commercial sex acts with a child abroad.


NAHB urges Congress to tackle supply-side hurdles impacting housing affordability

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) has urged Congress to implement policies aimed at addressing supply-side challenges, which are the primary factors contributing to low housing supply and high home prices.


Florida man sentenced for Telegram-based bank fraud targeting Alabama businesses

A Florida resident has been sentenced to five years in prison for his involvement in a check fraud scheme operated through the messaging platform Telegram.


Gang member receives 12-year sentence for kidnapping conspiracy and drug offenses

A Lawrence, Massachusetts man has been sentenced to 12 years in prison following a conviction for various crimes, including kidnapping conspiracy and drug distribution.


Henrico man sentenced for role in bank fraud conspiracy involving Wells Fargo

A Henrico man has been sentenced to three years and ten months in prison for his involvement in a conspiracy to commit bank fraud.


Franklin resident sentenced for cyberstalking charges involving multiple victims

Nashville – McKenzie McClure, also known as Kalvin McClure, a 31-year-old resident of Franklin, Tennessee, was sentenced to 30 months in federal prison for cyberstalking fourteen victims.


CBP seizes $346K worth of cocaine at Anzalduas International Bridge

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Anzalduas International Bridge in Texas have seized cocaine valued at over $346,000.


CBP seizes large cocaine shipment at Presidio port

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Presidio port of entry in Texas seized 27 pounds of cocaine on March 2.


Irish nationals charged in multi-state construction fraud targeting vulnerable homeowners

Irish and UK nationals James Dinnigan and Martin Maughan have been charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud in a construction fraud scheme targeting vulnerable homeowners across multiple states.


Honolulu officials plead guilty in conspiracy involving ex-police chief payout

Former Honolulu city officials Donna Leong and Max Sword have pleaded guilty in federal court, admitting to conspiring to pay former Police Chief Louis Kealoha $250,000 from city funds without the required approval of the Honolulu City Council.


Secretary Rollins outlines strategy for revitalizing America's rural areas

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins addressed the National Association of Counties, sharing her vision for restoring rural prosperity in America.


Chisom Okonkwo, a 28-year-old resident of Lawrenceville, Georgia, has confessed to wire fraud that led a business in Gilmer County to send fraudulent wires exceeding $1 million.


Honduran national faces charges for illegal reentry into U.S., court appearance held

A Honduran national residing in Las Vegas appeared in court to face charges of illegal reentry into the United States after a previous removal.


Memphis woman sentenced to ten years for identity theft and bank fraud

Patricia Johnson, a 47-year-old resident of Memphis, Tennessee, has been sentenced to ten years in federal prison.


Dominican man sentenced for illegal U.S. reentry after multiple deportations

Acting United States Attorney Nelson S.T. Thayer, Jr., announced that Jesus Del Orbe, a 55-year-old Dominican citizen residing in Philadelphia, has been sentenced to 21 months in prison and one year of supervised release for illegally reentering...


Laredo teen indicted for possessing machinegun after alleged road rage incident

A 19-year-old resident of Laredo, Texas, has been indicted on federal charges for possession of a machinegun. U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei announced the indictment against Justin Landen Ruiz, who is expected to appear before a U.S. magistrate...


Heritage Foundation reports weak global economy; U.S. falls in ranking

The Heritage Foundation has released the 2025 edition of its annual Index of Economic Freedom, covering economic policies and conditions in 184 countries from mid-2023 to mid-2024.


U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo has announced that Taraja Green, a 28-year-old resident of Rochester, New York, has pleaded guilty to the charge of being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition.