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Camden man pleads guilty to defrauding COVID-19 relief programs

A Camden man, Yani Stancioff, has admitted to committing wire fraud by exploiting the COVID-19 pandemic relief programs.


Detroit man pleads guilty to federal drug charges

Robert Earl Cureton Jr., a 40-year-old resident of Detroit, Michigan, has pleaded guilty to distributing methamphetamine.


Lexington man receives lengthy sentence for drug trafficking

A Lexington man, Eugene Laron Fishback, aged 32, has been sentenced to 40 years in prison by U.S. District Chief Judge Danny C. Reeves for five counts of drug trafficking.


EPA reaches agreement with Springfield on coal ash compliance

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced an agreement with the city of Springfield, Illinois, to ensure compliance with coal combustion residual (CCR) regulations at the City Water, Light and Power coal-fired power plant.


CDT outlines priorities under new Trump administration

As the Trump Administration begins its term, the Center for Democracy and Technology (CDT) outlines its strategic focus in response to the changing political landscape.


Lancaster County brothers plead guilty to vape shop armed robbery

Marterrious Tyresse Hannah and Jaimon Tywan Hannah, both 22 and from Lancaster County, have admitted their involvement in an armed robbery at a local vape shop.


Martin woman sentenced for stealing funds from tribal organization

United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell has announced the sentencing of Madonna Peterson, a resident of Martin, South Dakota, for larceny. U.S. District Judge Karen E. Schreier handed down the sentence on January 24, 2025.


Brownsville CBP intercepts $1.4 million worth of cocaine in two separate seizures

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Brownsville Port of Entry intercepted cocaine in two separate incidents with a combined estimated street value of $1,432,355. “Our CBP officers work diligently to keep our borders secure and...


Salem resident sentenced for fentanyl trafficking

A Mexican national living in Salem, Oregon, has been sentenced to federal prison for his involvement in drug trafficking activities.


Chief engineer sentenced for ship pollution law violations

United States Attorney Duane A. Evans has announced that Fei Wang, age 38, pled guilty to violating the Act to Prevent Pollution from Ships (APPS) and obstructing proceedings.


Heritage Foundation suggests increased military involvement at US-Mexico border

The Heritage Foundation has released a report titled “How the President Can Use the U.S. Military to Confront the Catastrophic Threat at the Border with Mexico.” The document outlines strategies for deploying the Department of Defense to address...


Windsor County man faces firearm possession charge as federal investigation continues

Burlington, Vermont – The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Vermont has announced that Kyle Pickett, a 30-year-old resident of Windsor County, has been indicted by a federal grand jury.


Memphis men receive federal sentences for possession of machineguns

Jermaine Brown, 19, and Alvin McGee, 23, both residents of Memphis, have been sentenced to federal prison for possessing machineguns.


Webinar to address scams targeting military consumers

Every year, military servicemembers, veterans, and their families report significant financial losses due to fraud and scams.


Edward R. Martin named interim U.S attorney following Trump's inauguration

On January 20, 2025, Edward R. Martin was appointed and sworn in as Interim U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia shortly after Donald J. Trump assumed office as the 47th President of the United States.


Trump discusses regional security and trade with India's Modi

Today, President Donald J. Trump engaged in a call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India to discuss various matters of mutual interest.


Rubio discusses regional issues with Dominican Republic's Foreign Minister

Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a conversation with Foreign Minister Roberto Alvarez of the Dominican Republic to reinforce the partnership between the United States and the Dominican Republic.


North Dakota man sentenced to federal prison for illegal firearm possession

A Bismarck, North Dakota man has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for possession of a firearm by a prohibited person and tampering with a witness.


Edmonton man sentenced to over five years for illegal firearm possession

An Edmonton, Kentucky man has been sentenced to five years and eleven months in federal prison for illegally possessing a firearm.


Joplin man receives life sentence for role in deadly kidnapping conspiracy

A Joplin man, Freddie Lewis Tilton, known as "Ol' Boy," has been sentenced to life in federal prison without parole for his involvement in a kidnapping conspiracy that led to the torture and death of a victim. U.S. District Judge M. Douglas...