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Laurel County company pleads guilty over misbranded drug charges

A company based in Laurel County, Kentucky, named Facial Expressions, has pleaded guilty to receiving misbranded drugs across state lines.


donald j trump addresses harvard university issues and court victory over los angeles

Former President Donald J. Trump recently shared updates via Truth Social regarding ongoing issues at Harvard University and a court victory involving Los Angeles as of June 20, 2025.


Raymond Eagle Hawk charged with attempted murder after incident at memorial site

A man has been charged with assault with intent to commit murder following an incident at the Wounded Knee Memorial Site in the Pine Ridge Reservation.


Southern District of Texas files over 200 new immigration-related cases

A significant legal development unfolded in the Southern District of Texas, where U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei announced that 204 new cases related to immigration and border security offenses were filed from June 13-19.


Arkansas men fined over $14k for illegal paddlefish snagging

As summer approaches, the importance of adhering to federal laws governing public lands and waters is underscored by recent legal actions against four Arkansas residents.


Federal Railroad Administration launches updated safety data website

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has launched a new online public safety data website, designed to be more user-friendly and meet the requirements of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021.


Federal Railroad Administration launches new safety data website

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has launched a new online public safety data website, as mandated by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021.


Transportation Secretary urges Congress to pass bill for new air traffic control system

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has called on Congress to pass President Donald Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill, which aims to initiate upgrades to the country's aging air traffic control systems.


U.S., international regulators collaborate on advanced air mobility roadmap

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced a new collaboration between the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and four international regulators to develop an advanced air mobility (AAM) roadmap.


U.S. Secretary of Transportation to speak at Merchant Marine Academy commencement

The United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) has announced that U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean P. Duffy will deliver the commencement address at the United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) on June 23, 2025.


Transportation Secretary Duffy streamlines exemption process for automated vehicles

U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has announced changes to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) Part 555 exemption process, aimed at accelerating the development of automated vehicles.


USDOT and FAA seek innovators for new air traffic control system

The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) have initiated Industry Day events to engage companies in developing a new air traffic control system.


Transportation Secretary supports audit after fatal midair collision near Reagan National

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has expressed his support for an independent audit of airspace operations and safety oversight in the National Capital Region, which includes Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).


CMS approves expanded tribal health access in six states

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has approved Medicaid State Plan Amendments (SPAs) in Minnesota, New Mexico, Oregon, South Dakota, Washington, and Wyoming.


Bureau of Prisons implements policies for First Step Act and Second Chance Act

The Bureau of Prisons (BOP) has issued a policy memorandum to fully implement the First Step Act of 2018 and the Second Chance Act of 2008.


DOJ OIG finds issues in federal prison food services after inspections

The Department of Justice's Office of the Inspector General (DOJ OIG) has released a report detailing the findings from unannounced inspections of food service operations at six Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) institutions.


Mexican national sentenced for illegal re-entry into the US

Laurencio Olvera-Terrazas, a 54-year-old Mexican national, has been sentenced for illegal re-entry into the United States.


FTC bans operator of Ganadores scam after deceptive practices exposed

Robert Shemin, associated with the Ganadores scam involving false earnings claims in real estate and ecommerce business opportunities, faces a lifetime ban from the industry following a Federal Trade Commission (FTC) lawsuit.


Owner sentenced for $76M fraud involving precious metals

Following an eight-day jury trial, Robert L. Higgins was sentenced to 65 years in federal prison for charges of mail fraud, wire fraud, and income tax evasion.


Haverhill man sentenced for cocaine and firearms trafficking

A Haverhill man has been sentenced to over three years in prison for trafficking cocaine and illegal firearms.