By T. J. Graves | Mar 16, 2026
Michael David Coberg, a former Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputy, received over five years in federal prison after pleading guilty to participating in extortion schemes involving cryptocurrency fraudster Adam Iza. The case underscores concerns about abuse of law enforcement power.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 16, 2026
Federal authorities are asking victims of a nationwide Apple gift card scam to come forward for possible restitution. The scheme targeted people across the U.S., stealing millions through various types of fraud between October 2023 and September 2025.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 16, 2026
The U.S. Attorney’s Office recognized law enforcement partners across northern Ohio at its annual awards ceremony on March 16. Agencies were honored for outstanding investigations into crimes such as child exploitation and drug trafficking throughout 2025.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 16, 2026
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has asked Utah officials not to release Conrrado Ahuexoteco Atrisco, who is charged with sexually assaulting a minor. DHS says his previous immigration case was marked as a non-enforcement priority in 2022.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 16, 2026
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced new arrests of criminal illegal aliens convicted of violent sex crimes across several states. The agency says these actions are part of ongoing efforts to protect public safety.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 16, 2026
The Department of the Interior has announced nearly $900 million in funding for Western U.S. water projects under President Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The funds target upgrades in California's Central Valley as well as key improvements across five other states.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 15, 2026
ICE announced it has removed Solomon Bogale, an alleged member of Ethiopia's Fano group designated as a terrorist organization by its government. Officials say Bogale was denied immigration benefits after evidence linked him to calls for violence against ethnic Tigrayans.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 15, 2026
The U.S. Department of Labor and National Labor Relations Board have announced new rules affecting how workers are classified as employees or independent contractors. These changes roll back previous regulations from the Biden administration in favor of earlier standards aimed at providing clarity for employers.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 14, 2026
On March 13, 2026, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement shared updates about the perpetrator of an attack at Temple Israel synagogue in Michigan and the arrest of an MS-13 gang member with a final order of removal in Louisiana.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 14, 2026
The U.S. Secret Service announced updates to its specialized vehicle capabilities with the "Camp Package" and launched a recruitment drive offering incentives for new police officers via tweets posted on March 13-14, 2026.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 14, 2026
The Environmental Protection Agency will review cleanup efforts at eight Michigan Superfund sites this year.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 13, 2026
Senior CBP official Casey O. Durst used social media in March 2026 to spotlight anti-counterfeit actions by enforcement teams as well as new safety training programs for officers.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 13, 2026
Jaime Ortega-Urquidi has been sentenced to over 15 years in prison for trafficking cocaine into Northeast Ohio while illegally present in the United States. The case involved multiple law enforcement agencies and is part of Operation Take Back America.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 13, 2026
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin outlined a series of major deregulatory actions taken by his agency over the past year under President Trump’s leadership.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 13, 2026
Executive Assistant Commissioner Diane J. Sabatino shared updates about CBP programs including Mobile Passport Control and enforcement activities such as a methamphetamine seizure at Otay Mesa Port of Entry in March 2026.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 13, 2026
A Dulce man has been convicted by a federal jury on two counts of aggravated sexual abuse involving minors. The case involved multiple victims over several years and carries significant penalties including imprisonment and mandatory restitution.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 13, 2026
A Houston man faces federal charges after being linked by investigators to both drug trafficking and illegal firearm possession during a murder probe. Authorities allege Johna Robinson possessed methamphetamine intended for pill production along with an illegal firearm despite previous felony convictions.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 13, 2026
Michael W. Luehrsen has been sentenced to probation and ordered to pay restitution after being convicted of perjury during a previous fraud trial. Evidence showed he lied about his whereabouts while under oath.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 13, 2026
A Saline County man has been sentenced to nine years in prison for receiving child sexual abuse material after pleading guilty. Authorities say the case highlights ongoing efforts to hold offenders accountable and protect victims.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 13, 2026
Two former USPS employees have pleaded guilty in Atlanta federal court after admitting they stole items from undeliverable mail at a postal facility. One defendant also admitted defrauding pandemic relief programs through fake loan applications.
