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Montebello man sentenced for role in fatal overdose at Long Beach rehab

A Montebello resident, Juan Carlos Gutierrez, also known as "Johnny G," has been sentenced to 20 years in federal prison.


Hays man pleads guilty to manslaughter in Fort Belknap reservation stabbing

A Hays man has admitted to fatally stabbing a woman during an altercation on the Fort Belknap Indian Reservation, according to U.S. Attorney Jesse Laslovich.


Rubio discusses U.S.-UAE ties and Gaza ceasefire with UAE president

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a conversation with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, emphasizing the significance of the strategic partnership between the United States and the United Arab Emirates.


Perrytown coach receives 30-year sentence for abuse of teenage student

A coach from Perrytown Independent School District has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for the sexual abuse of a 15-year-old student.


Fort Dodge woman pleads guilty to fentanyl distribution conspiracy

Braleigh Schossow, a 24-year-old resident of Fort Dodge, Iowa, has entered a guilty plea in federal court for her involvement in a fentanyl distribution conspiracy.


Rubio discusses US-Bahrain ties with Bahraini Crown Prince

Secretary of State Marco A. Rubio held a conversation with Bahraini Crown Prince and Prime Minister Salman bin Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa on February 11, 2025.


Massachusetts man sentenced for stealing firearms from licensed dealer

A man from West Springfield, Massachusetts, has been sentenced to three years in prison for his involvement in a firearms theft.


Boston woman sentenced for fraudulent PPP loan scheme

A Boston woman has been sentenced for fraudulently obtaining COVID-19 relief funds through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP).


Swissvale resident indicted for illegal firearm possession as a convicted felon

A federal grand jury in Pittsburgh has indicted Robert Prater, a 33-year-old resident of Swissvale, Pennsylvania, on charges of violating federal firearms law.


Meta partners with Childhelp on new student safety curriculum

Meta has announced a collaboration with Childhelp to launch an educational curriculum aimed at preventing online exploitation among middle school students.


Raleigh-area man sentenced for drug trafficking after failed attempt to flush evidence

A Fuquay Varina man involved in a significant drug trafficking organization in the Raleigh area has been sentenced to over 11 years in prison.


Bloods gang leader faces federal charges over fatal drug distribution

Gary Johnson, known as "G Money," was arraigned in federal court in Central Islip on charges related to narcotics distribution.


Bonita Springs man receives 30-month sentence for threats and cyberstalking

A man from Bonita Springs, Florida, has been sentenced to 30 months in federal prison for making interstate threats and engaging in cyberstalking. U.S. District Judge Thomas Barber delivered the sentence to Aaron Thomas Fister, aged 30, who...


International crackdown targets alleged operators of Phobos ransomware

The Justice Department has unsealed charges against Roman Berezhnoy and Egor Nikolaevich Glebov, both Russian nationals, accused of running a cybercrime group using Phobos ransomware.


Mason City man receives over two decades for drug distribution

Monroe Thompson, a 40-year-old resident of Mason City, has been sentenced to over 20 years in federal prison.


Former officer receives prison sentence for firearm possession

A San Juan resident, Michael Gallegos-Martinez, has been sentenced to federal prison for illegal firearm possession. U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei announced the sentencing following Gallegos-Martinez's guilty plea on December 3, 2024.


Bakersfield man pleads guilty to laser incident involving sheriff's helicopter

Jesse Torres-Alonso, a 35-year-old resident of Bakersfield, has entered a guilty plea for aiming a laser pointer at an aircraft.


Michigan man receives 90-year sentence for child exploitation

Brandon Lee Chase, a 45-year-old resident of Walkerville, Michigan, has been sentenced to 90 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to three counts of sexual exploitation of a minor.


Adair County resident sentenced to four years for child abuse

Brian Keith Bowen Jr., a 26-year-old resident of Stilwell, Oklahoma, has been sentenced to four years in prison for child abuse.


Denver man convicted on firearm possession and drug distribution charges

A Denver man, Derris Mayberry, 37, has been convicted by federal juries on charges of being a felon in possession of a firearm and distribution of fentanyl.