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Blockchain Association responds to Kevin Warsh’s nomination as Federal Reserve Chair

Kevin Warsh has been nominated to serve as Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.


Two men sentenced up to 80 years for conspiracy to sexually exploit a child

Two individuals have received lengthy prison sentences for their involvement in a conspiracy to sexually exploit a child, according to an announcement by U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona.


Trump commemorates Mexican-American War victory amid America’s approaching semiquincentennial

Today marks the 178th anniversary of the United States' victory in the Mexican-American War, an event recognized for securing the American Southwest and expanding U.S. territory.


White House hosts meeting on bipartisan digital asset market structure legislation

A White House meeting on digital asset market structure legislation took place today, focusing on finding bipartisan solutions for the cryptocurrency sector.


Northern District of Mississippi marks National Human Trafficking Prevention Month with new initiatives

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Mississippi participated in National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, joining the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to emphasize ongoing efforts...


Detroit-area man sentenced to ten years for setting fires to commercial truck trailers

A Michigan man, Viorel Pricop, 67, has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for setting fires to commercial truck trailers.


Ocala man receives nearly 11-year federal sentence for armed double robbery

Danny Anzardo, a 46-year-old resident of Ocala, has been sentenced to 10 years and 10 months in federal prison for his involvement in two robberies. U.S. District Judge Thomas P. Barber handed down the sentence after Anzardo pleaded guilty on...


Ohio couple sentenced after arson scheme nets over $2 million in fraudulent insurance claims

A couple from Willoughby Hills, Ohio, has been sentenced for orchestrating a scheme to collect over $2 million in insurance payouts by setting fire to insured properties.


Senator Cassidy seeks details from Apexus amid ongoing review of 340B Drug Pricing Program

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, has requested information from Apexus regarding its revenue generation and business practices related to the 340B Drug Pricing Program.


Bridge named after Marine honors sacrifice and community support

The family of Lance Corporal Armando Hernandez, a U.S. Marine who died in an on-duty accident in Okinawa, Japan, has honored his memory with the renaming of the SH 242 bridge over I-69 in Splendora, Texas.


Texas highways feature unique designations like FM, RM, loops, and business routes

Highway designations in Texas can be complex, with various types of roads such as Farm-to-Market (FM), Ranch-to-Market (RM), and even Business State Highways (BS).


Texas DOT advances major mobility projects statewide; receives federal transit grant

In November, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) made significant progress on transportation projects across the state.


Sacramento City College joins federal program for air traffic controller training

The U.S. Department of Transportation announced that Sacramento City College will join the Federal Aviation Administration’s Enhanced Air Traffic – Collegiate Training Initiative (E-CTI) program.


Permanent airspace restrictions set for helicopters near Reagan National after fatal crash

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is formalizing permanent restrictions on helicopter and powered-lift aircraft operations in certain areas near Ronald Reagan Washington National...


Trump administration announces major FAA reorganization focused on safety and modernization

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator Bryan Bedford have announced a major reorganization of the FAA, described as the largest in the agency’s history.


FAA and FBI establish no-drone zones for Super Bowl LX events

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), in partnership with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), has set up strict drone restrictions for Super Bowl LX, which will take place at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California.


Federal jury convicts three in multi-state fraud involving public official

A federal jury in Cleveland has found two brothers and a public official guilty of orchestrating a complex fraud and bribery scheme that extended across state and international borders.


Cleveland man receives over 17 years for drug distribution while on parole

A Cleveland man, Lamont Johnson, 43, has been sentenced to 17.5 years in federal prison for distributing controlled substances while on parole for a previous offense. U.S. District Judge John R. Adams handed down the sentence after Johnson pleaded...


Durbin urges reforms on ICE operations following deaths in Minneapolis

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, who serves as Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee and is a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, addressed the Senate to urge Republicans to support reforms on immigration enforcement.


Southern Utah man pleads guilty to wire fraud in multimillion-dollar investment scheme

A man from Washington County, Utah has pleaded guilty to wire fraud in connection with an investment scheme that led more than 200 victims to invest over $89 million, resulting in losses exceeding $77 million.