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CMS proposes updates to strengthen Medicare Advantage quality and access

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has announced proposed updates to the Medicare Advantage (MA) and Medicare Part D prescription drug programs.


Poplar man sentenced for aggravated sexual abuse on Fort Peck Indian Reservation

A Poplar man has been sentenced to more than five years in prison for aggravated sexual abuse on the Fort Peck Indian Reservation.


Ecuadorian national charged after firearm found during border inspection

Victor Jose Marino Pullo, a 24-year-old citizen of Ecuador, has been arrested and charged with being an alien in possession of a firearm.


Kansas farmer indicted for alleged crop insurance fraud

A Kansas farmer has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Wichita on charges related to insurance fraud.


Justice Department asks court to void EPA’s 2024 particulate matter standard

Earlier this week, the Justice Department’s Environment and Natural Resources Division (ENRD) asked the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit to invalidate the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) 2024 air quality standard for particulate...


Non-profit leader indicted in $700K foreign aid fraud case

Roseval Supreme, a 55-year-old resident of Valley Stream, New York, has been indicted on seven counts of wire fraud in the Middle District of Florida.


Department of the Interior announces free park days and digital passes ahead of America's 250th

The U.S. Department of the Interior has announced a modernization initiative for national parks, aimed at improving visitor access and affordability as part of the celebration of America's 250th anniversary in 2026.


Jacksonville man indicted for distributing child sexual abuse materials

A federal grand jury has indicted Tyler Bruce McClure, 24, of Jacksonville, on charges related to the distribution and possession of child sexual abuse materials over the internet.


U.S. Attorney’s Office honors two longtime employees on their retirement

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Florida recently honored Assistant U.S. Attorney Mary V. “Jena” King and Legal Assistant Niurka “Nikki” Machin upon their retirement, recognizing their long-standing service to federal law...


DHS releases immigration history after D.C. attack by Afghan national admitted under Operation Allies Welcome

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has released information regarding Rahmanullah Lakamal, an Afghan national accused of shooting two National Guard members in Washington D.C. According to DHS, Lakamal entered the United States on September...


FOIA request sent to DOE regarding lobbying activities involving CATL on November 26, 2025

FOIA Request to U.S. Department of Energy regarding lobbying activities and contacts involving CATL on November 26, 2025.


Oklahoma City man sentenced to federal prison for assaulting postal worker

Kantrell Dawan Henderson, 34, of Oklahoma City, has been sentenced to 18 months in federal prison for assaulting a U.S. Postal Service mail carrier.


FOIA request sent to U.S. Department of the Treasury regarding lobbying activities involving CATL on November 26

FOIA Request to U.S. Department of the Treasury regarding lobbying activities involving CATL on November 26, 2025.


Dominican national sentenced for fraud scheme involving stolen identities at Northeast dealerships

A Dominican Republic citizen, Kelvin Prado-Robles, also known as Frankely Robles-Guzman, has been sentenced to 57 months in prison for fraud and immigration violations.


Labor department enhances efforts against discriminatory hiring with EEOC partnership

The U.S. Department of Labor has partnered with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) to enhance federal enforcement against discriminatory hiring practices.


FOIA request sent to U.S. Department of State regarding lobbying activities involving CATL on November 26

FOIA Request to U.S. Department of State regarding lobbying activities and contacts involving CATL on November 26, 2025.


Ochelata man sentenced for failing to register as a sex offender

A resident of Ochelata, Ramey Joe-Dawn Dill, 38, has been sentenced to 24 months in prison for failing to register as a sex offender.


Virginia high school official among two charged in alleged plot against ICE agents

John Wilson Bennett, an assistant principal at Kempsville High School in Virginia Beach, and his brother Mark Booth Bennett have been arrested for allegedly plotting attacks against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents.


Oklahoma man sentenced to prison for illegal firearm possession

An Oklahoma man, Christopher Allen Thetford, 31, has been sentenced to 30 months in federal prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition. U.S. District Judge John F. Heil, III also ordered three years of supervised release...


Jamestown man faces federal charges for alleged fentanyl possession

A Jamestown man, Russell Sims, 32, was arrested and charged with possession with intent to distribute fentanyl, according to an announcement by U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo.