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Former police lieutenant sentenced for excessive force and obstruction
Aaron Jason Strong, a former lieutenant with the New Castle Police Department, has been sentenced to 151 months in federal prison.
U.S. Attorney's Office announces leadership changes and new external engagement division
United States Attorney Jane E. Young has announced several key appointments and organizational changes within the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Hampshire.
Baker College fined $2.5M for misleading job placement claims
The U.S. Department of Education has announced a settlement with Baker College following an investigation by the Office of Federal Student Aid (FSA).
DHS releases guide for responsible public sector artificial intelligence deployment
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has released a new guide titled the "Playbook for Public Sector Artificial Intelligence Deployment."
FTC sets open commission meeting agenda for January 14
Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina M. Khan has announced an open virtual meeting of the Commission scheduled for Tuesday, January 14, 2025.
Men fined for illegal recordings in social security offices
Two men have been convicted for unlawfully video recording inside Social Security offices in Central Florida.
Cybersecurity tips for a safer 2025
Why not consider a New Year’s resolution focused on enhancing cybersecurity practices?
Convicted felon sentenced for illegal firearm possession following motel shooting
Marcus Thomas, a convicted felon, has been sentenced to federal prison for possession of a firearm and ammunition. U.S. Attorney Ryan K. Buchanan commented on the case, stating, "Thomas was released from state prison only a few days before he...
Mapleton man pleads guilty to possession of child pornography
Gregory William Douglas McCormick, a 22-year-old from Mapleton, Iowa, has pled guilty to possession of child pornography in federal court in Sioux City.
Jacksonville man sentenced for possessing child sexual abuse material
Austin Adams, a 32-year-old resident of Jacksonville, has been sentenced to three years in federal prison for possessing child sexual abuse material.
FTC offers refunds for deceptive Golden Sunrise product claims
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has initiated a refund claims process for consumers who purchased treatment plans from Golden Sunrise Nutraceutical, Inc. The products were deceptively marketed as remedies for COVID-19, cancer, and Parkinson’s...
ITIF urges Canada to prioritize innovation following Trudeau's resignation
Following the announcement of Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's resignation as Liberal Party leader and prime minister, the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF) has issued a statement.
Global tech innovators converge in Las Vegas for CES 2025
CES 2025 is set to return to Las Vegas from January 7-10, bringing together global companies, industry executives, media, and government leaders.
Ardmore man pleads guilty to federal firearm charge
The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma has reported that Michael Adrian Wrenn, a 36-year-old resident of Ardmore, Oklahoma, has pleaded guilty to a federal firearm charge.
Commerce considers restricting Chinese-made drones for national security
On January 2, the Department of Commerce announced a new rulemaking period to evaluate potential bans or restrictions on drones manufactured in China.
U.S sanctions Beijing-based firm over links with Chinese state-sponsored cyber group
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has sanctioned Integrity Technology Group, Incorporated (Integrity Tech), a cybersecurity company based in Beijing.
OCDETF ends year with major prosecutions against organized crime
The Organized Crime and Drug Enforcement Task Force (OCDETF) Unit of the United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Ohio has concluded 2024 with significant achievements.
International ring accused of stealing electronic shipments faces charges
Thirteen individuals have been charged in connection with an international network accused of stealing thousands of electronic device shipments across the United States.
Proposed agreement addresses constitutional violations at Fulton County Jail
The United States has reached a proposed consent decree to address conditions at the Fulton County Jail, which allegedly violate the 8th and 14th Amendments of the U.S. Constitution, as well as federal laws including the Americans with...
EPA adds nine new chemicals to toxics release inventory
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the automatic inclusion of nine per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) to the Toxics Release Inventory (TRI).
Thompson Falls man sentenced for illegal firearm possession
A Thompson Falls resident, James Vernon Day, Jr., has been sentenced to five years and ten months in prison for firearms-related offenses.
Man sentenced to 24 years for shooting incident involving father and child
Deon Cannon, a 30-year-old resident of Washington, D.C., has been sentenced to 24 years in prison for a shooting incident involving a father and his six-year-old son.
VA expands access to education benefits under updated policy
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced an update to the process for awarding GI Bill benefits, following a 2024 Supreme Court decision.
Progreso CBP captures fugitive with felony warrant at port of entry
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Progreso Port of Entry recently apprehended a man with an outstanding felony warrant.
Elder fraud cases highlight USAO's commitment against scams targeting seniors
Combatting elder fraud remains a significant focus for the United States Attorney’s Office (USAO) in the Northern District of Ohio.