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St. Cloud man receives over eight-year sentence for child abuse material offenses
A St. Cloud resident, James Edward Cox, Jr., aged 80, has been sentenced to eight years and one month in federal prison for offenses related to child sexual abuse materials.
Commercial Activity Tax exclusion increases to $6 million in January
Starting January 1, 2025, the annual exclusion amount for the Commercial Activity Tax (CAT) will increase from $3 million to $6 million.
Ocala man sentenced for attempting to meet minor for sexual activity
United States District Judge Thomas P. Barber has sentenced Devin Joseph Rivera, a 24-year-old resident of Ocala, Florida, to 10 years in federal prison.
Utah receives $60M grant for zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced that the Utah Division of Air Quality (UDAQ), part of the Utah Department of Environmental Quality, will receive a $60 million grant.
Trump appoints David Sacks as White House AI and crypto czar
Following the announcement that President-elect Donald Trump will appoint David Sacks as the White House AI and crypto czar, Daniel Castro, director of ITIF’s Center for Data Innovation, has expressed his views on this decision.
Justice Department seizes domains linked to DDoS-for-hire services
The Justice Department has announced a significant move against distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks, seizing 27 internet domains linked to DDoS-for-hire services and charging two individuals allegedly involved in running these platforms.
Apple unveils new AI features in latest software updates
Apple has unveiled the latest versions of its operating systems—iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, and macOS Sequoia 15.2—introducing new features under the Apple Intelligence banner.
Businessman charged with defrauding $6M+ in Covid-relief funds
A businessman from suburban Chicago has been indicted on federal charges for allegedly collaborating with a California man to fraudulently obtain over $6.3 million in loans and grants meant for small businesses under the CARES Act.
Federation settles ADA complaints over exam accommodations
The Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT), based in Alexandria, Virginia, has reached a settlement regarding allegations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
South Carolina duo charged with extortion after victim's death
A federal grand jury in Charlotte has indicted Trysten Anthony Cullon, 26, and Jade Ashlynn Stone, 25, both from South Carolina.
Salvadoran sentenced for fraud offenses and illegal re-entry into US
Jose Reyes-Acosta, a 49-year-old Salvadoran citizen, has been sentenced to 39 months in prison for illegal re-entry into the United States and fraudulent use of a U.S. citizen's identifying information.
Billings man sentenced for role in multi-state drug trafficking operation
A Billings man has been sentenced to 10 years and eight months in prison for his involvement in methamphetamine trafficking.
US introduces act for national immersive technology strategy
In Washington, the introduction of the United States Leadership in Immersive Technology Act aims to establish an advisory panel for a national immersive technology strategy.
EPA funds Hawaii's shift to zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced that the County of Hawai'i will receive $1,000,092 to support the purchase of three zero-emission vehicles.
Biden-Harris Administration invests $735M in zero-emission heavy vehicle initiative
The Biden-Harris Administration has announced a significant investment in clean heavy vehicles, allocating over $735 million to support the purchase of more than 2,400 zero-emission vehicles.
FTC invites libraries to join National Consumer Protection Week webinar
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is encouraging libraries to participate in National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW) 2025, which will take place from March 2 to March 8.
St. Croix man receives concurrent sentences for serious offenses
Dante James, a 28-year-old resident of St. Croix, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison following his convictions for production of child pornography and second-degree rape.
CBP intercepts dangerous insect pests at Dulles International Airport
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agriculture specialists at Washington Dulles International Airport recently intercepted two insect pests in a shipment of cut-stem flowers from South Africa.
Washington man sentenced for coercing minor into sending explicit material
A Tacoma, Washington man has been sentenced to federal prison for using social media platforms to coerce a minor into sending sexually explicit materials and engaging in self-harm.
Meta launches global anti-scam campaign for safer holiday shopping
Meta has launched a global anti-scam awareness campaign as the holiday shopping season begins worldwide.
USDA invests billions in rural infrastructure across 44 states
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a significant investment aimed at enhancing rural infrastructure and job creation across 44 states.
Charleston man receives prison sentence for federal gun crime
Matthew L. Farmer, a 33-year-old resident of Charleston, has been sentenced to two years and six months in prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm.
Small business optimism rises above historical average after nearly three years
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) released its latest Small Business Optimism Index, revealing a significant increase in the economic outlook among small business owners.
Bessemer man convicted in elder fraud scheme involving $550k
A Bessemer resident has been found guilty in an elder fraud case, according to an announcement by U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona and FBI Special Agent in Charge Carlton L. Peeples.
Clinton County man pleads guilty to child pornography charges
Richard Hockersmith, a 65-year-old resident of Plattsburgh, New York, has pled guilty to charges of conspiring to receive and distribute child pornography and possession of child pornography.