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Groundwork RI receives $500K grant for job training in brownfield cleanup
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded Groundwork Rhode Island a $500,000 grant to support the recruitment, training, and placement of workers in community revitalization and cleanup projects at brownfield sites.
Billings man pleads guilty to possessing stolen firearm from police vehicles
A Billings resident, Jacob Charles Berger, has admitted to possessing a stolen firearm following a series of break-ins into police vehicles. U.S. Attorney Jesse Laslovich announced that Berger, 28, pleaded guilty to the charge and now faces up to...
Wilmington man pleads guilty to kidnapping resulting in death
David C. Weiss, the U.S. Attorney for the District of Delaware, announced that Kimon Burton-Roberson has pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit kidnapping resulting in death.
Massachusetts contractor barred from employee retaliation after labor department lawsuit
The U.S. Department of Labor has secured a consent judgment against Evolution Group Inc., a Massachusetts-based construction contractor, and its owners, Junior Moreira de Lima and Vitor Moreira.
Maryland men sentenced for role in elderly-targeted romance fraud scheme
On December 17, 2024, Chinedu Ikenna Nwafor from Bowie, Maryland, was sentenced by U.S. District Court Judge Daniel M. Traynor to 25 months in federal prison for his involvement in a romance fraud scheme targeting elderly women.
UK launches consultation on AI copyright framework
The UK government has initiated an open consultation on Artificial Intelligence and copyright.
Labor department secures $125K settlement for unpaid overtime at Chicago area restaurants
The U.S. Department of Labor has secured a consent judgment and order in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, compelling D’Nuez Corp. and its owners, Antonio Rendon and Albino Rendon, to compensate 53 employees with...
EPA settles with Salt Lake City apartment owner over alleged lead hazard notice failure
Pacific Coast Capital Investors, LLC, the owner of North Aspen Apartments in Salt Lake City, Utah, has agreed to a settlement with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) over allegations of failing to notify tenants about lead-based paint...
Bronx tax preparer pleads guilty in massive $145M fraud scheme
Edward Y. Kim, Acting United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, announced the guilty plea of Rafael Alvarez to charges related to a significant tax fraud scheme.
Bitwise founders sentenced for $115 million fraud impacting investors and employees
Jake Soberal and Irma Olguin, Jr., founders of the now-defunct Fresno-based company Bitwise Industries, have been sentenced to 11 and 9 years in prison, respectively.
Hardin man pleads guilty to promoting prostitution involving minor
A Hardin man, William Serges Joseph, has admitted to a crime related to promoting prostitution involving a minor.
House task force outlines clear path for US AI governance
Following the release of the Bipartisan House AI Task Force's final report on artificial intelligence governance, the Center for Data Innovation has issued a statement.
EPA launches $2.5 million grant for climate action with higher education
The Biden-Harris Administration has announced the availability of approximately $2.5 million in funding aimed at fostering collaboration between communities and higher education institutions to tackle environmental and climate challenges.
Man pleads guilty to conspiring for child exploitation using Snapchat
A man from North Liberty, Iowa, has pled guilty in federal court to charges related to the sexual exploitation of a child.
Tennessee man pleads guilty to assaulting officers during Capitol breach
A Tennessee man, Nicholas Waldon Smotherman, has pleaded guilty to assaulting law enforcement officers during the January 6, 2021 breach of the U.S. Capitol.
AMA provides tips for healthier living in 2024
The best way to address the post-holiday doldrums is to do something good for your health," said AMA President Bruce A. Scott, M.D. "Even small, positive choices you make now can have a big impact on your long-term wellbeing."
Council Bluffs man receives 15-year sentence for drug charge
A Council Bluffs man, Dennis Earl Page, Jr., 56, has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine.
Bridgeport man sentenced for role in multistate vehicle theft scheme
Vanessa Roberts Avery, the United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, has announced that Elvis Perez, also known as "Pops," from Bridgeport, has been sentenced to five years in federal prison. U.S. District Judge Janet C. Hall in New...
Kern County woman sentenced for $825k credit card fraud using stolen identities
Karina Arceo, a 34-year-old resident of Wasco, has been sentenced to five years in prison and three years of supervised release for her involvement in a credit card fraud scheme. U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert announced the sentence, which...
Cincinnati man indicted for alleged $6.5 million fraud scheme
A Cincinnati man has been indicted on charges related to a $6.5 million fraud scheme involving an online laundry and dry-cleaning business.
Omaha man sentenced for wire fraud related to COVID-19 relief programs
Henry T. Lewis, a 57-year-old resident of Omaha, Nebraska, has been sentenced for wire fraud related to COVID-19 relief programs.
Sioux City man sentenced for meth possession and firearm charges
A Sioux City man, Rodney Lamard Hall, II, aged 31, has been sentenced to 106 months in federal prison.
Randolph County man pleads guilty to drug trafficking charges
William Durnal, a 60-year-old resident of Elkins, West Virginia, has admitted to charges related to the possession and distribution of methamphetamine.
Louisiana man charged with defrauding COVID-19 relief program
United States Attorney Ronald C. Gathe, Jr., has announced charges against Damian R. Raby, 41, from Gonzales, Louisiana.
Placer County man pleads guilty to child exploitation charges
Randy Anger, a 57-year-old resident of Carnelian Bay, has pleaded guilty to charges related to the distribution and receipt of child pornography.