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Gemini to pay $5M over CFTC allegations of misleading regulators
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has announced that Gemini Trust Company will pay a $5 million penalty to settle claims of providing false information to regulators.
FTC sends refunds after mortgage relief scam targets homeowners
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is distributing refunds to consumers who were affected by a fraudulent mortgage relief scheme.
Biden-Harris administration awards $22M in climate grants to New Mexico groups
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the selection of two New Mexico organizations for the Community Change Grants Program, awarding a total of $22,990,000.
Repeat offender pleads guilty to child pornography charges
A registered sex offender has admitted guilt in federal court in Worcester to charges related to child pornography.
Former leaders of teachers union indicted for alleged embezzlement scheme
Jacksonville, Florida – United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg has announced the unsealing of an indictment against Teresa Brady and Ruby George, both residents of Jacksonville.
Biden-Harris administration allocates $121M for tribal climate resilience
The Department of the Interior has announced a $121 million investment aimed at assisting Tribal communities in preparing for severe climate-related environmental threats.
EPA grants $12 million for clean heavy-duty vehicles in Louisiana parishes
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced funding of $12,700,000 for Livingston Parish and Jefferson Parish to purchase 45 zero-emission vehicles.
Trader charged with stealing trade secrets from global trading firm
Edward Y. Kim, Acting United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, and James E. Dennehy, Assistant Director in Charge of the FBI's New York Field Office, have announced the unsealing of an indictment against Cheuk Fung Richard Ho.
Union City man receives over eight-year sentence for firearm possession
A federal judge has sentenced Michael Eaton, 41, from Union City, Tennessee to 105 months in prison for possession of a firearm as a convicted felon.
Apple details its longstanding commitment to protecting user privacy with Siri
At Apple, the commitment to user privacy is a core aspect of product and feature development.
North Carolina man pleads guilty in Jan. 6 Capitol breach case
A North Carolina man has admitted to assaulting law enforcement during the breach of the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021.
Latimer County man pleads guilty to federal firearm charge
A resident of Latimer County, Oklahoma, has pleaded guilty to a federal firearm charge.
DOE and EPA allocate $6M for advanced biofuel development projects
The U.S. Department of Energy and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency have announced a $6 million funding initiative aimed at advancing biofuel development in the United States.
Michigan man faces charges over drug distribution scheme funded by fraudulent loan
A Michigan resident, Donald Nchamukong, 37, has been charged and agreed to plead guilty in connection with a scheme involving the importation and sale of illegal pharmaceuticals, including opioids.
EPA awards $40M grants for Louisiana environmental projects
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced that two Louisiana organizations will receive a total of $40 million in funding through the Community Change Grants Program.
Sturgis man sentenced for drug distribution via dark web
U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Michigan, Mark Totten, has announced the sentencing of Erik Miller, a 47-year-old from Sturgis, Michigan.
FTC mandates changes in H&R Block's practices for upcoming tax seasons
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized an order that requires H&R Block, a tax preparation company, to implement several changes for the 2025 tax filing season.
Amazon Ads introduces generative AI tool for marketing cloud
At CES 2025, Amazon Ads unveiled a new SQL generator for Amazon Marketing Cloud (AMC).
Department recovers over $1M from ice manufacturers after wage violations
Seventy employees from two ice manufacturing companies in California are set to receive over $1 million in back wages and damages.
Chesapeake hospital charged with fraud over unnecessary surgeries
A federal grand jury has indicted Chesapeake Regional Medical Center (CRMC) on charges of healthcare fraud, conspiracy to defraud the United States, and interference with government functions.
Aurora man faces federal charges for defrauding surveying company and COVID-19 relief programs
Mathew Barr, a 50-year-old resident of Aurora, Colorado, has been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges of wire fraud and money laundering.
Department of State announces new strategy against wrongful detentions
Since the passage of the Levinson Act in December 2020, many U.S. nationals wrongfully detained overseas have been reunited with their families.
Justice Department settles with Vermont school district over racial harassment issues
The Justice Department has reached a settlement with the Elmore-Morristown Unified Union School District (EMUU) in Vermont following an investigation into racial harassment among students.
Postal worker convicted for role in Telegram check scam
A former U.S. Postal employee has been found guilty for his involvement in supplying stolen checks to a scam Telegram channel known as "The Lucky Shop."
Sarasota doctor indicted for coercion and enticement involving a minor
United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg has announced an indictment against Pete Supan, a 35-year-old resident of Bradenton, Florida.