The Justice Department Antitrust Division and Tennessee Attorney General jointly required CRH plc to divest two hot-mix asphalt plants as a condition of its acquisition of Standard Construction, the agencies announced Aug. 7. The action is the first joint antitrust enforcement action between DOJ and Tennessee’s attorney general, described by

The Department of Justice Antitrust Division withdrew a 1987 business review letter that had for nearly four decades shielded Institutional Shareholder Services from antitrust scrutiny, removing a key legal protection for the dominant proxy advisory firm, on Aug. 5. ISS and its chief competitor Glass Lewis collectively control more than

The Department of Justice Antitrust Division withdrew a 1987 Business Review Letter that had shielded Institutional Shareholder Services from antitrust scrutiny for nearly four decades, the department announced Aug. 5. The move opens the door to potential investigation of a firm that dominates corporate governance recommendations. ISS, along with Glass

Julianne Grace Willis has pleaded guilty to cyberstalking after threatening a Kansas resident online with violence over several months beginning in 2022. The FBI investigated extensive harassment that included fake profiles and threats against both an individual and their family.

Lomere Holliman has been sentenced to over six years in prison after admitting guilt on multiple gun- and drug-related charges involving fentanyl distribution in Syracuse. Federal officials emphasized their commitment to combating violent crime through partnerships under Project Safe Neighborhoods.

Carlos Alexis Chavez-Paz pled guilty in Alexandria for aggravated identity theft and illegal reentry into the United States after multiple deportations. He was sentenced to over two years in prison as part of Operation Take Back America.

John Burgos was sentenced in July for illegally possessing a firearm after a prior felony conviction in Syracuse. Authorities highlighted collaborative efforts between agencies under Project Safe Neighborhoods that led to his arrest.

First Assistant U.S. Attorney John A. Sarcone III attended a change-of-command ceremony at Faneuil Hall marking new leadership for Coast Guard Atlantic Area operations. The event emphasized cooperation between federal agencies serving northern New York.

The Justice Department’s Antitrust Division announced that it is resuming targeted Hart-Scott-Rodino merger review Second Request investigations on July 23, publishing a model timing agreement that signals how aggressively the current administration will scrutinize proposed corporate combinations. The Division simultaneously published procedures to govern the pace and scope of Second

A D.C. man was convicted by a federal jury for distributing PCP near a children's playground while armed with firearms. Jermaine Fairnot faces at least 15 years in prison after being found guilty on multiple drug- and gun-related charges.

Stephen Dubin, M.D., has been indicted in Nevada on charges related to a $95 million Medicare fraud scheme involving unnecessary wound treatments billed through illegal kickbacks and bribes. Federal authorities say Dubin targeted elderly patients but stress that he remains presumed innocent until proven guilty.

A Memphis man was found guilty by a federal jury for possessing a firearm as a convicted felon after multiple prior violent felony convictions qualified him for enhanced sentencing penalties under federal law. Sentencing is set for November with a mandatory minimum term imposed.

Darion Ethridge pleaded guilty in Pittsburgh federal court on Aug. 5 to drug distribution and firearm charges after being arrested during a law enforcement operation in Monroeville in June 2021. Authorities seized nearly one thousand bags containing fentanyl-heroin mixture along with cash and a stolen handgun from his vehicle.

Amontea Allen John Mitchell pleaded guilty in federal court to charges related to child exploitation and illegal firearm possession after being apprehended during an undercover operation in Tallahassee. Authorities say sentencing will take place on September 17 before Judge Mark E. Walker.

Assistant United States Attorney Will Crow has been appointed as District Election Officer for West Tennessee ahead of upcoming elections. He will handle complaints related to voting rights concerns, threats against officials, and potential fraud cases during polling hours.