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Las Cruces man sentenced for possessing stolen handgun while under felony indictment

A Las Cruces man has been sentenced after pleading guilty to possessing a stolen handgun while under felony indictment in Texas. Authorities say Stephen Gregory Smith admitted carrying the weapon outside a local gas station and will face supervised release after serving his sentence.


Jury convicts former Northwoods police officer of civil rights violation and other charges

A former Northwoods police officer has been convicted by a jury for assaulting a handcuffed man during an arrest in July 2023. Samuel Davis faces significant prison time after being found guilty on multiple federal charges related to civil rights violations.


Former Boston teacher sentenced to 10 years in prison for child exploitation

John Magee Gavin, a former Boston-area teacher, has been sentenced to ten years for coercing minors online and possessing child sexual abuse material. Authorities say he contacted multiple underage victims using Discord while working as an educator.


U.S. Secret Service highlights former Marines on Marine Infantry Day

The U.S. Secret Service used its social media platform on March 11, 2026, to honor former Marine infantrymen now serving in its ranks and encourage other veterans to join its workforce.


President Trump directs compensation limits for Tennessee Valley Authority executives

President Donald J. Trump has directed the Tennessee Valley Authority Board to consider capping executive pay at $500,000 annually. The move seeks greater fiscal responsibility and alignment with public sector standards.


El Salvadorian man charged with assaulting federal officers in Maryland traffic stop

A 47-year-old El Salvadorian man has been charged with assaulting federal officers during a traffic stop in Howard County, Maryland. Authorities say he resisted arrest and injured two officers before being taken into custody.


Former Department of Energy employee pleads guilty to bribery charges in Boston court

Edward Doherty has pleaded guilty in Boston federal court after admitting he tried to bribe another Department of Energy employee so his private company could win government contracts. Authorities say he offered thousands as part of this scheme between February and June last year.


Salvadoran national sentenced for illegal reentry after prior removals in Maine

A Salvadoran man has been sentenced in Bangor federal court for illegally reentering the United States after previous removals. Authorities say Helmer Osmin Gutierrez was identified during a traffic stop and has been held since October 2025.


Department of Labor recovers over $1 million for Calexico warehouse workers

The Department of Labor has secured over $1 million for Calexico warehouse workers denied proper wages by their employer following a federal investigation into wage violations.


President Trump directs Tennessee Valley Authority to limit employee compensation

President Donald J. Trump has ordered new limits on employee compensation at the Tennessee Valley Authority. The directive targets high executive pay and seeks greater fiscal responsibility at the federally owned utility.


Jury finds Derrick Gladden guilty of aggravated assault and firearms charges in D.C.

A jury has found Derrick Gladden guilty of aggravated assault and firearms offenses for shooting Christopher Seward during a dispute in Washington, D.C., in April 2024. The case involved key evidence including matching ammunition and surveillance footage. Sentencing is set for May.


Department of Labor recovers $293,698 in back wages for Idaho construction workers

The U.S. Department of Labor has recovered nearly $294,000 in back wages for Idaho construction workers after an investigation into unpaid overtime at Speedy’s Framing LLC.


Builders highlight demographic shifts and technology as key factors for future housing demand

Home builders in the United States are considering a range of demographic, economic, and technological trends that could shape housing demand and the industry’s long-term health over the next decade.


Medical schools commit to expanded nutrition training under federal initiative

Leaders from 53 medical schools across 31 states have committed to enhancing nutrition education for future doctors, following an announcement by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the U.S. Department of Education.


Education official visits Wisconsin school as part of national History Rocks! tour

Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of Education Dr. Murray Bessette visited Brookfield Central High School in Wisconsin as part of the U.S. Department of Education’s History Rocks!


Frito-Lay recalls select Miss Vickie’s chips over undeclared milk allergen

Frito-Lay has announced a voluntary recall of certain 8 oz. bags of Miss Vickie’s Spicy Dill Pickle Potato Chips due to the possible presence of jalapeño-flavored chips, which may contain undeclared milk.


New York City man sentenced to 78 months for trafficking ecstasy through mail

A New York City man has been sentenced to over six years in prison for mailing large quantities of ecstasy into New York for distribution. Authorities say more than 10 kilograms were seized as part of an international operation using both dark web networks and postal services.


Eagle River man sentenced to 10 years for possessing a firearm as a felon during a crime of domestic violence

An Eagle River man received ten years in prison for possessing a firearm as a felon during domestic violence. Authorities say he threatened his victim with an illegal weapon after prior convictions. Officials stress this case underscores serious risks when repeat offenders access firearms.


U.S. Secret Service appoints Robert C. Donovan as Atlanta Field Office leader

Robert C. Donovan has been named Special Agent in Charge of the U.S. Secret Service's Atlanta Field Office. Donovan brings extensive experience from previous roles within federal law enforcement and intelligence agencies.


Two former NYPD officers charged with federal civil rights violations in Queens incident

Two former NYPD officers have been indicted on federal civil rights charges related to an incident in Queens in July 2024. Authorities allege they abused their positions during an encounter following a prostitution complaint call. If convicted, both men face up to ten years in prison.