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Interior announces streamlined oil and gas leasing process

The Department of the Interior has announced a policy update from the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) aimed at expediting the oil and gas leasing process on public lands.


Border Patrol sees record applicant numbers amid increased focus on security

Since President Donald Trump assumed office, the U.S. Border Patrol has experienced a significant rise in interest, marking the most successful recruitment period in the agency's history.


CBP arrests Maryland man wanted on child pornography charges

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Peace Bridge border crossing in Buffalo, New York, have apprehended a Maryland man wanted on charges related to child pornography.


Man dies from pneumonia after crossing US-Mexico border near Lukeville

A man from Ecuador died after crossing the U.S.-Mexico border near Lukeville, Arizona, on December 28, 2024.


CBP reports sharp decline in illegal crossings and rise in drug seizures for April

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has released its operational statistics for April 2025, showcasing significant changes in border enforcement and drug seizures.


U.S., Saudi Arabia sign agreements on energy cooperation and critical minerals

U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright has formalized agreements with Saudi Arabia, signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on energy cooperation and a Memorandum of Cooperation (MOC) on critical minerals.


Mexican national dies during illegal border crossing due to heart disease

On October 25, 2024, Border Patrol Agents (BPAs) from the Santa Teresa Station encountered a group of individuals illegally crossing into the United States near the Santa Teresa Port of Entry.


Interior expedites review process for Utah's Velvet-Wood mine amid energy crisis

The Department of the Interior has announced an expedited permitting review for the Velvet-Wood mine project in Utah.


Family honors fallen air interdiction agent's legacy through continued service

Air Interdiction Agent Julio Baray's legacy of service continues through his sons, Victor and Miguel "Angel" Baray.


CBP seizes weapons at Del Rio Port of Entry

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Del Rio Port of Entry in Texas seized a significant quantity of weapons and magazines during outbound operations over the weekend.


Canadian citizen arrested at U.S.-Canada border for Florida probation violation

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Chateaugay border crossing have arrested a Canadian citizen with an active arrest warrant from Stuart, Florida.


NatureMills recalls products over undeclared allergens wheat, milk and sesame

NatureMills US Inc., located in Prosper, Texas, has announced a recall of certain products sold between December 1, 2023, and May 10, 2025.


Knockro recalls yogurt parfaits over undeclared almond content

Knockro Inc., based in Pennsylvania, has announced a recall of its Bonya-branded yogurt parfaits due to the presence of undeclared almonds.


US Army specialist from Puerto Rico faces charges for alleged child exploitation

A U.S. Army specialist from Ponce, Puerto Rico, has been arrested on charges related to alleged child exploitation activities.


ICE arrests hundreds during week-long operation targeting illegal aliens

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) conducted a significant operation in the Houston area, arresting 422 individuals who were in the country illegally, including 296 identified as criminal aliens.


Phoenix man sentenced for role in fatal human smuggling case

A Phoenix man has been sentenced to 52 months in prison for his involvement in a human smuggling operation that resulted in the death of one individual.


ICE arrests nearly 200 during immigration operation in Washington

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in collaboration with various law enforcement agencies, conducted a four-day operation from May 6 to May 9, resulting in the arrest of 189 illegal aliens in Washington, D.C. The operation also...


ICE arrests eight illegal workers during South Dakota enforcement operation

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) conducted a worksite enforcement operation in Madison, South Dakota, on May 13.


ICE arrests 52 illegal aliens during northern Nevada operation

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) recently concluded a four-day operation in northern Nevada, resulting in the arrest of 52 individuals identified as illegal aliens.


ICE operation leads to 196 arrests in Nashville area

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has reported the results of a targeted enforcement operation in the Nashville area, resulting in the arrest of 196 individuals identified as criminal illegal aliens.