By T. J. Graves | Mar 19, 2026
Christopher Knight, a former Philadelphia prison guard, pleaded guilty to violating inmates' civil rights and falsifying reports about use-of-force incidents. He faces up to 90 years in prison at sentencing this July.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 19, 2026
The Justice Department has seized four internet domains allegedly operated by Iran's intelligence ministry in efforts targeting journalists, dissidents, Israelis, and others through hacking campaigns. Officials say these actions are part of broader attempts at disrupting transnational repression schemes using online platforms.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 19, 2026
National Park Week will take place from Aug. 22–30 in honor of key anniversaries for both U.S. independence and its park system. Entrance fees are waived on Aug. 25 as part of a nationwide celebration featuring special programs across all national parks.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 18, 2026
The U.S. Secret Service announced new hiring incentives for recruits while also publicizing their role in dismantling a $1.5 million Ponzi scheme led by Brian Shane Haigler in North Carolina over seven years.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 18, 2026
Joseph Crocco has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for selling guns and drugs while on supervised release in Poughkeepsie. Authorities recovered narcotics and firearms during their investigation. The case underscores law enforcement efforts against repeat offenders.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 18, 2026
Michael Stuckey has been sentenced to over thirteen years in federal prison for conspiring to traffic firearms—including illegal machine guns—into Washington D.C., according to U.S. Attorney Jeanine Ferris Pirro. Law enforcement recovered weapons and drugs during their investigation.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 18, 2026
Customs and Border Protection officers have seized a shipment of non-compliant electric bikes imported from China into Hampton Roads, Virginia. The action follows concerns about rising injuries among e-bike riders and highlights ongoing efforts by authorities to enforce federal safety standards.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 18, 2026
The EPA announced that wastewater flow has been restored to the Potomac Interceptor ahead of schedule after its recent collapse.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 18, 2026
A federal correctional officer has been indicted on charges related to sexually abusing an inmate at Brooklyn's Metropolitan Detention Center. Authorities allege James Johnson abused his position while working at MDC in May 2025. If convicted on all counts, he faces up to life imprisonment.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 18, 2026
A Dutchess County man has been arrested after allegedly attempting to meet someone he thought was a minor for sexual activity following online communications with an undercover investigator posing as a teenager. U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton announced that Gregory Graff faces federal charges carrying significant prison time if convicted.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 18, 2026
A former high school teacher has been sentenced to thirteen years in prison for coercing two minors into producing sexually explicit material. Authorities say Kostas Fekkas used social media platforms to contact his victims and collect illicit content. Officials urge anyone with information about child exploitation cases to contact law enforcement.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 18, 2026
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers found 39 live pythons hidden in a tractor at the World Trade Bridge during an outbound inspection earlier this month. The animals were seized after being discovered despite a negative declaration from the driver, resulting in penalties exceeding $34,000.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 18, 2026
A Houston woman has pleaded guilty for her role in transporting cocaine from Mexico through Texas into Buffalo as part of a larger narcotics conspiracy. Authorities seized drugs and cash during their investigation involving multiple states. Sentencing is set for late September.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 18, 2026
A Mexican national has been charged with laundering millions through Oregon businesses linked to narcotics trafficking proceeds. Federal authorities allege that Jose Alonso Paramo Arguello used multiple companies for illegal wire transfers between Oregon and Mexico.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 18, 2026
Clayton Brown from Lake City pled guilty in Sioux City federal court to distributing methamphetamine and illegally possessing a firearm. Authorities seized drugs and cash during the investigation. Sentencing will be determined after further review.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 18, 2026
A Versailles woman has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison after distributing fentanyl inside a jail led to two overdoses. Authorities say Melissa Wilhoite smuggled drugs into Woodford County Detention Center following her arrest last November.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 18, 2026
Chase Langston Wiatt has been sentenced to over seven years in federal prison after being found unconscious behind the wheel with two firearms in his vehicle despite prior felony convictions. Authorities say he will remain in custody pending transfer.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 18, 2026
Clifford Siglar of Little Rock has been sentenced to over eleven years in federal prison after leading police on a high-speed chase while transporting kilograms of fentanyl and a firearm. Authorities say his arrest prevented thousands of potential doses from reaching the community.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 18, 2026
Federal authorities stopped a nighttime maritime smuggling attempt near Miami involving fifteen people from several countries. Eleven were returned to their country of origin while four face charges for human smuggling.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 18, 2026
Frank Hamilton has been sentenced to more than five years in prison after pleading guilty to leading a multi-million dollar loan fraud scheme involving government-backed pandemic relief programs. Federal investigators say most funds were never repaid.
