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DHS observes 23rd anniversary amid ongoing government shutdown

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) marked its 23rd anniversary today, as the agency continues to operate during a government shutdown.


ICE details recent arrests of non-citizens with criminal convictions

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reported the arrest of several individuals across the country who are in the United States illegally and have been convicted of serious crimes.


ICE announces arrests related to child exploitation and drug trafficking

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has reported the arrest of several individuals described as criminal illegal aliens who have been convicted of crimes such as sexual battery against minors, child enticement, and drug trafficking.


U.S. State Department helps thousands of Americans leave Middle East since February

Since February 28, more than 17,500 American citizens have returned to the United States from the Middle East.


Texas DOT uses recycled tires for longer-lasting San Angelo roads

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) San Angelo District has been recognized for its efforts in using recycled tires to improve local roadways.


Presidential message honors Alexander Graham Bell on his 179th birthday

Today marks the 179th anniversary of Alexander Graham Bell's birth, a figure recognized for his significant contributions to communication technology.


U.S. imposes sanctions on Rwanda Defence Force over support for rebel group in Congo

The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has announced sanctions against the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) and four senior officials, citing their support for the March 23 Movement (M23), an armed group already...


Most NFIB-endorsed legislative candidates win Texas primaries

Of the 97 legislative candidates endorsed by the NFIB Texas PAC, 95 won their primary races, according to a statement released after the recent Primary Election.


NFIB urges lawmakers to oppose new taxes on small businesses at budget hearing

NFIB State Director Ashley Ranslow submitted testimony during the Joint Legislative Budget Hearings on Economic Development and Taxes for the 2026-27 Executive Budget.


Indiana youth minister sentenced to nine years for child exploitation offenses

Aaron Paul Lockman, a 24-year-old former youth minister from Corydon, Indiana, has been sentenced to nine years in federal prison for possessing sexually explicit material involving minors.


Dominican national sentenced in Arkansas federal court for cocaine distribution

Angel Lazala-Soto, a 60-year-old man from Bani, Dominican Republic, has been sentenced to 70 months in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute cocaine.


Iranian agent convicted for plotting assassination attempts against US officials

A federal jury in Brooklyn has convicted Asif Merchant, also known as Asif Raza Merchant, on charges of murder for hire and attempting to commit an act of terrorism that crosses national borders.


Beaumont man indicted for alleged federal firearms violation

A man from Beaumont, Texas, has been indicted on a federal firearms charge in the Eastern District of Texas.


Trumbull man pleads guilty to wire fraud involving over $3.5 million from Amazon

Ameer Nasir, a 25-year-old resident of Trumbull, Connecticut, pleaded guilty in federal court to defrauding Amazon.com, Inc. of more than $3.5 million.


Massachusetts man charged with making threats in interstate commerce

A Massachusetts man has been arrested for allegedly sending threatening emails across state lines. Authorities say Alden Welch Ruml faces up to five years in prison if convicted. The defendant remains presumed innocent pending further legal proceedings.


Monroe County man receives 15-year sentence for methamphetamine distribution

Jackie A. Johnson, a 40-year-old resident of East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for distributing methamphetamine.


Beaumont man indicted for firearms violation under Operation Take Back America

A Beaumont resident, Koy Wayne Dodd, 42, has been indicted by a federal grand jury in the Eastern District of Texas on charges of being a felon in possession of a firearm.


Guatemalan national pleads guilty to leading major human smuggling ring

An individual from Guatemala has pleaded guilty in Los Angeles to leading a large human smuggling operation that brought about 20,000 people into the United States over five years.


Three men sentenced for attempted armed robbery targeting jewelry store employee

Three individuals have been sentenced for their roles in an attempted armed robbery involving an employee of JC Jewelers Inc., known as Oro Centro, which operated pawn shops and jewelry stores in Puerto Rico.


Kenton County man receives five-year sentence for methamphetamine distribution

A Covington resident, Lamar Crawley, 42, has been sentenced to five years in federal prison for distributing methamphetamine.