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Dallas man sentenced to over 17 years for leading ATM theft ring

A Dallas man has been sentenced to more than 17 years in federal prison for his role in a series of violent robberies targeting ATMs across the Dallas-Fort Worth area.


Two men indicted on federal child exploitation charges in Alabama

A federal grand jury in Birmingham, Alabama, has indicted two individuals on charges related to child exploitation, according to an announcement from U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona.


HHS launches comprehensive artificial intelligence strategy across all divisions

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has released its new AI Strategy, which aims to integrate artificial intelligence into agency operations, research, and public health efforts.


Goochland man receives five-year sentence for providing drugs leading to fatal overdose

A Goochland resident has been sentenced to five years in prison for distributing cocaine and fentanyl that led to a fatal overdose.


Marion County man pleads guilty to attempted enticement of a minor

A Marion County resident, Shawn Adampeter Grunther, has pleaded guilty to attempting to entice a minor for sexual activity.


CBP intercepts firearms bound for Mexico at Anzalduas International Bridge

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Anzalduas International Bridge stopped an attempt to smuggle firearms into Mexico, intercepting 30 unreported pistols and 61 magazines during an outbound inspection.


Marion County man pleads guilty to attempted enticement of minors

A Marion County man has pleaded guilty to attempting to entice two minors for sexual activity.


Man charged with planting explosive devices at RNC and DNC headquarters in January 2021

Brian J. Cole, Jr., a 30-year-old resident of Woodbridge, Virginia, was arrested and charged for transporting and planting two improvised explosive devices (IEDs) outside the Republican National Committee (RNC) and Democratic National Committee...


Anchorage man receives 15-year sentence for major narcotics trafficking

An Anchorage resident, Thurman Reed, 67, has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for trafficking large amounts of illegal drugs and possessing a firearm connected to his drug crimes.


House committee hears testimony on accountability issues within organ procurement organizations

At a recent hearing of the House Ways and Means Oversight Subcommittee, lawmakers examined troubling practices among tax-exempt organ procurement organizations (OPOs).


Five charged in Florida-to-Canada gun trafficking conspiracy

Federal authorities have unsealed an indictment charging five individuals in connection with an international firearms trafficking conspiracy.


Former assistant professor at WashU sentenced for embezzlement scheme

A former assistant professor at Washington University School of Medicine, Gary Grajales-Reyes, MD-PhD, was sentenced to 27 months in prison by U.S. District Judge Henry E. Autrey on Thursday after embezzling $412,163 from the institution.


Secretary McMahon launches national “History Rocks!” school tour ahead of America’s 250th anniversary

U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon has announced the launch of the U.S. Department of Education’s History Rocks!


Secretary McMahon visits Virginia school for IDEA's 50th anniversary

U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon, Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin, and Assistant Secretary for the Office of Civil Rights and Acting Assistant Secretary for the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services Kimberly Richey...


Secretary McMahon calls Northwestern University agreement a model for higher education reform

U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon has issued a statement regarding the Trump Administration's recent agreement with Northwestern University.


U.S. Department of Education launches updated portal for university foreign funding disclosures

The U.S. Department of Education has announced the launch of a new online portal for universities to report foreign funding, with the system set to go live on January 2, 2026.


Haiti’s council approves electoral decree as U.S. urges global support

The Transitional Presidential Council (TPC) in Haiti has approved an electoral decree, which is seen as a significant move toward stabilizing the country’s security and governance.


United States begins G20 presidency with focus on economy, energy, and technology

The United States has taken over the presidency of the Group of 20 (G20) as of December 1, 2025.


United States congratulates Laos on national day and highlights bilateral partnership

The United States has extended congratulations to the people of Laos on their national day, recognizing the occasion as a moment to reflect on the resilience and unity of the Laotian people.


Deputy Secretary Landau meets South Korean official to discuss alliance modernization

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with Republic of Korea First Vice Foreign Minister Park Yoonjoo in Washington.