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Fresno man convicted for leading catalytic converter theft ring worth $2.7M

George Thomas, a 72-year-old formerly residing in Fresno and Clovis, was found guilty of running a large-scale catalytic converter theft ring that generated more than $2.7 million, the Acting U.S. Attorney Michele Beckwith announced.


Donald J. Trump's Truth Social posts address politics and media bias

Donald J. Trump's recent posts on Truth Social include the announcement of Brandon Beach as a key appointee, criticism of Judge James Boasberg, and a call to defund NPR and PBS.


Three Minneapolis gang members convicted of murder and racketeering

Following a three-week trial, a federal jury in Minneapolis convicted three men from Minnesota of RICO conspiracy and premeditated murder.


Pasco man sentenced for fentanyl trafficking after incident with Richland Police

Acting United States Attorney Richard Barker has confirmed that Chief United States District Judge Stanley A. Bastian sentenced Leonardo Daniel Martinez, 32, of Pasco, Washington, to serve more than 10 years in prison for trafficking fentanyl.


Georgetown man convicted of illegal excavation and firearm possession

A federal jury in Alexandria has found Roy Everett Jordan, Jr., 57, of Georgetown, guilty of unauthorized removal of archaeological resources and illegal possession of a firearm.


Former clerk sentenced for stealing from Cherryfield Post Office

An Ellsworth resident has been sentenced for theft from the Cherryfield Post Office.


Chinese national charged for firearm possession at Provo Airport

A Chinese national, Xuemei Zhao, has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Salt Lake City on firearm charges.


US government files complaint over kickbacks in Medicare Advantage plans

The United States government has initiated legal proceedings against major health insurance companies—Aetna Inc., Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem), and Humana Inc.—alongside three prominent insurance broker organizations: eHealth Inc.,...


Mexican national admits to human smuggling after high-speed chase in Texas

A Mexican national residing illegally in Laredo, Texas, has admitted to charges of unlawful reentry and human smuggling.


FTC Chairman comments on powers of President Trump and the status of ex-Commissioners

Federal Trade Commission Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson has expressed his views regarding Former Commissioners Rebecca Kelly Slaughter and Alvaro Bedoya.


President Trump signs order to enhance safety and beauty of Washington, D.C

President Donald J. Trump has taken steps to transform Washington, D.C. through a newly signed Executive Order.


New York man sentenced to 18 years for methamphetamine distribution

Brian Ellis Jones from Freeport, New York has been sentenced to 18 years in prison, followed by five years of supervised release for his role in a conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine.


Rhode Island mortgage broker sentenced for Ponzi scheme and fraud activities

A Rhode Island mortgage broker engaged in fraudulent activities involving Ponzi schemes and the misuse of COVID-19 pandemic-related SBA loans has been sentenced to federal prison.


President's executive order aims to restore traditional narratives in American history

The President of the United States has issued an executive order focusing on restoring what is described as "truth and sanity" to American history.


Manchester man admits role in fentanyl, cocaine trafficking operation

A Manchester resident, Luis Maldonado, 50, has admitted to his participation in a drug trafficking organization based in Massachusetts.


McAllen man pleads guilty to cocaine distribution charge

A resident of McAllen, Texas, has pled guilty to possession with intent to distribute cocaine, according to a statement from U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei.


Ohio man sentenced to 29 years for meth trafficking in Akron

Joshua Fortson, a 37-year-old man from Akron, Ohio, has been sentenced to 29 years in prison. U.S. District Court Chief Judge Sara Lioi presided over the case, where a federal jury found Fortson guilty on charges including distribution of...


Valdosta man sentenced to 33 years for producing child abuse material and assault

A Valdosta man, Laronce Howell, has been sentenced to 33 years in federal prison for producing child sexual abuse material and assaulting a federal officer.


Pam Bondi highlights Trump measures to ensure national safety

Donald J. Trump's recent Truth Social posts on March 27, 2025, highlight statements from key figures like Pam Bondi and Kash Patel on national security measures.


Whiteville man sentenced to 23 years for drug trafficking and weapons charges

A Whiteville man has been sentenced to 23 years in prison for drug trafficking.