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Rhode Island reaches consent decree over disability law violations
The United States Attorney's Office, in conjunction with the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Civil Rights (HHS OCR), has reached a proposed consent decree with the State of Rhode Island.
Gainesville man sentenced for stealing social security disability benefits
U.S. District Judge Steven D. Merryday has sentenced Keith Allen Courtney, a 53-year-old resident of Gainesville, to 13 months in federal prison for conspiracy related to the theft of Social Security Disability Benefits.
DoD releases annual report on civilian casualties from 2023 military operations
The Department of Defense has released its Annual Report on Civilian Casualties related to United States military operations for the year 2023.
New Haven man receives six-year sentence for gun and drug offenses
Shayquan Gray, a 24-year-old resident of New Haven, was sentenced to six years in federal prison for firearm possession and drug distribution offenses.
Utah man sentenced for $8M credit card fraud and false bank statements
A Utah man, Timothy Gibson, has been sentenced to 57 months in prison for his involvement in two criminal schemes.
Four Orlando residents plead guilty in large-scale cocaine distribution conspiracy
Orlando, Florida – Four residents from the Orlando area have admitted guilt in a drug distribution conspiracy involving approximately 89 kilograms of cocaine.
On the Hill
Coinbase CLO on Chokepoint 2.0: 'businesses should be able to access banking services without government interference'
Paul Grewal, Chief Legal Officer at Coinbase, has said that law-abiding businesses should have access to banking services without government interference.
Profiles
Weekend Interview: Rick Santorum on the Fight for Parental Rights and the Risks of KOSA
Former U.S. Senator Rick Santorum (R-PA) has spent much of his career in public service focusing on the values of family, faith, and limited government. Known for his conservative stances, the two-time presidential candidate recently shared his concerns with Federal Newswire over the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), a bill he believes could undermine parental rights and other important principles.
Biden administration awards $500K grant for job training at D.C.'s brownfield sites
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a $500,000 grant to the Center for Nonprofit Advancement in Washington D.C. The funding aims to support the recruitment, training, and placement of workers in community revitalization...
Glade Valley man sentenced for producing child sexual abuse material
James Matthew Johnson, a 36-year-old resident of Glade Valley, North Carolina, has been sentenced to 22 years in prison followed by a lifetime of supervised release for producing child sexual abuse material (CSAM).
California man pleads guilty to transporting child sexual abuse materials
William Kameron Ellis Taylor, a 29-year-old resident of Chula Vista, California, has pleaded guilty to transporting child sexual abuse materials.
Former FBI agent indicted for cyberstalking and witness tampering
A former FBI agent, Paul Raymond Flood, has been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges of cyberstalking, witness tampering, and obstruction of a criminal investigation through bribery.
Nigerian man sentenced for money laundering and passport fraud
A Nigerian man has been sentenced to 11 years in prison for his involvement in schemes related to money laundering and passport fraud.
South Carolina man receives prison sentence for role in Jan. 6 Capitol breach
A South Carolina resident, Derek Cooper Gunby, has been sentenced to 60 days in prison for his involvement in the January 6, 2021 breach of the U.S. Capitol.
Franklin man admits guilt in welfare fraud exceeding $118K
A Franklin resident has admitted guilt in federal court for stealing over $118,000 in welfare benefits.
U.S. Treasury targets network linked to Republika Srpska President Milorad Dodik
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has taken action against individuals and entities linked to Republika Srpska President Milorad Dodik, aiming to disrupt a network that allegedly facilitates his...
EPA awards Virginia Tech over $400K for brownfield job training
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University a grant of $403,018 to support job training for individuals affected by the decline of the coal industry in the LENOWISCO Planning...
EPA evaluates five chemicals while starting process for next set
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the designation of five known or probable carcinogens as High-Priority Substances (HPS) under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA).
Grand jury indicts doctor for false statements linked to 1989 rape case
A federal grand jury in Dayton, Ohio, has indicted Frederick Louis Tanzer on six counts related to making false statements and using false documents.
Norman man pleads guilty to producing child pornography
Yesterday, Jacob Edward Kamolz, 39, from Norman, admitted guilt in a case involving the production of child pornography.
Baltimore man receives life sentence for exploiting minors
A Baltimore man, Gary Rocky Jones, has been sentenced to life in federal prison for the sexual exploitation of 16 minors.
Columbus man receives lengthy sentence for child abuse material offenses
A registered sex offender in Columbus, Ohio, has been sentenced to 35 years in prison for his involvement in the possession and distribution of images and videos depicting extreme child abuse.
Education Department reopens PAYE and ICR student loan repayment plans
The U.S. Department of Education has reopened two student loan repayment plans, Pay As You Earn (PAYE) and Income-Contingent Repayment (ICR), to provide borrowers with more options for managing their payments.
Netflix to release Avicii documentary and last concert on December 31
Netflix has released the official trailer for "Avicii - I’m Tim," a documentary that explores the life and legacy of Tim Bergling, known as Avicii.
Justice Department sues CVS alleging violations in opioid prescription practices
In a civil complaint unsealed in Providence, Rhode Island, the Justice Department has accused CVS Pharmacy Inc. and its subsidiaries of violating the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) and the False Claims Act (FCA).