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New Orleans man sentenced for drug trafficking offenses

Derrick Washington, also known as "Eyes," a 53-year-old resident of New Orleans, was sentenced on January 29, 2025, by U.S. District Judge Jane Triche Milazzo.


Hegseth and Rutte discuss NATO's future goals

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte recently engaged in an introductory call.


Albuquerque man indicted for threats against former President Trump

A federal grand jury has indicted Tyler Miles Leveque, an Albuquerque resident, for making threats against then-President Donald J. Trump.


EPA recognizes NH wastewater entities for excellence

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) New England Region has acknowledged the efforts of several New Hampshire wastewater treatment facilities and individuals with the 2024 Regional Wastewater Treatment Awards.


FTC and SSA host webinars on preventing and reporting identity theft

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) are collaborating during Identity Theft Awareness Week to offer a free webinar focused on identifying, preventing, and reporting identity theft.


NFIB backs legislation for permanent small business tax deduction

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has expressed strong support for the Main Street Tax Certainty Act, a piece of legislation introduced by Sen.


EPA honors UConn facility superintendent for regional wastewater excellence

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's New England Office has awarded the 2024 Regional Wastewater Treatment Awards to a Connecticut wastewater treatment plant operator.


Hudson County man receives decade-long sentence for child abuse material possession

A Hudson County man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for possessing child sexual abuse material.


EPA honors Rhode Island wastewater facilities for excellence

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's New England Office has awarded three 2024 Regional Wastewater Treatment Awards to facilities and individuals in Rhode Island for their dedication to enhancing water quality.


St. Louis man pleads guilty to drug robbery and carjacking

A St. Louis County resident has admitted to possessing a machine gun and committing both a drug robbery and carjacking.


Former deputy receives prison sentence for obstructing federal investigation

Wesley Wayne Hunter Jr., a former Canadian County Deputy, has been sentenced to 70 months in prison for obstructing a federal investigation.


U.S. Attorney praises Alexis Torres' service in public safety role

On January 30, 2025, the United States Attorney's Office for the District of Puerto Rico expressed its gratitude to Alexis Torres for his service as Secretary of the Puerto Rico Department of Public Safety.


Aerospace Industries Association responds to tragic aircraft collision in Washington

A tragic aircraft collision occurred in Washington, DC, involving two aircraft.


Boston man pleads guilty to illegal firearm possession

A Boston man has admitted guilt in a case involving the illegal possession of a loaded semi-automatic pistol.


Havre man sentenced for meth and fentanyl trafficking

A Havre man has been sentenced to a decade in prison for his role in distributing methamphetamine and fentanyl in Montana.


Lee Zeldin takes office as EPA administrator

On January 29, 2025, Lee Zeldin was sworn in as the 17th Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).


Cameron Street gang members sentenced for racketeering and drug trafficking

Two members of the Cameron Street gang have been sentenced to prison for their involvement in drug trafficking activities linked to a violent criminal enterprise in the Boston area.


Guatemala man sentenced for attempted enticement of minor using internet

A Guatemala man residing in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, has been sentenced to ten years in federal prison for attempted enticement of a minor using the internet.


Three men convicted for killing security guard during Brooklyn gambling spot robbery

Earlier today, a federal jury in Brooklyn found Charles Powell, Brian Castro, and Musah Coward guilty on multiple counts related to the murder of Rodney Maxwell during an armed robbery.


Sex offender faces charges for illegal reentry into US

A man previously convicted as a sex offender has been arrested and charged at the federal level for reentering the United States illegally.