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U.S.-Spain working group discusses Central America's key challenges
The United States and Spain have issued a joint statement following the fourth meeting of the U.S.-Spain Working Group on Central America, which took place in Washington, D.C., on December 4.
Federal inmate charged with cyberstalking alongside sister
Damian Williams, the 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 charges against Fred Mastroianni and Doreen Mastroianni.
Virginia man faces multiple charges for involvement in Jan. 6 Capitol breach
A Virginia resident, Charles Orlando Pratt IV, has been apprehended on charges of assaulting law enforcement and other offenses related to the events of January 6, 2021, at the U.S. Capitol.
Sex offender receives over 11 years for child exploitation offenses
Vanessa Roberts Avery, the United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, announced that Michael Szwarc, 36, from Derby, has been sentenced to 134 months in prison. U.S. District Judge Alvin W. Thompson in Hartford delivered the sentence...
FTC issues refunds over Vivint's alleged misuse of credit reports
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is distributing payments amounting to nearly $500,000 to consumers affected by Vivint Smart Homes, Inc.'s alleged misuse of credit reports.
Former EMT sentenced for tampering with medication during duty
A Cordova, Tennessee woman has been sentenced to a year and a day in federal prison for tampering with a vial of Benadryl while on duty as an Emergency Medical Technician.
U.S.-Angola partnership aims for increased trade through new memorandum
U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo and Angolan Minister of Commerce and Industry Rui Miguêns de Oliveira have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to initiate the U.S.-Angola Commercial and Investment Partnership (CIP).
McKinsey & Company agrees to pay over $120M amid bribery probe
McKinsey & Company Africa has agreed to pay over $120 million following an investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) into a bribery scheme involving South African government officials.
U.S. Attorney on CJNG cartel: ‘Brutal reign is bankrolled by American drug proceeds flowing back to cartel leaders’
U.S. Attorney Michael F. Easley Jr. said that the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) is "bankrolled by American drug proceeds flowing back to cartel leaders."
Fort Myers man sentenced to over five years for fentanyl distribution
A Fort Myers man has been sentenced to five years and five months in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute fentanyl.
Instagram introduces new interactive features for broadcast channels
Broadcast channels on Instagram are a popular tool for creators to engage with their communities, with over 1.5 billion messages exchanged monthly.
Lexington man sentenced to over 13 years for distributing child pornography
A Lexington resident, James Allen Brown, 26, received a prison sentence of 165 months for distributing child pornography.
Treasury targets TGR Group for aiding Russian elites in sanction evasion
The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has imposed sanctions on five individuals and four entities associated with the TGR Group, an international network accused of facilitating sanctions evasion for Russian elites.
Texas court rules against Corporate Transparency Act's BOI requirements
A Texas federal district court has ruled against the enforcement of beneficial ownership information (BOI) reporting requirements, a component of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), marking a significant win for small businesses.
Court blocks Treasury's enforcement of Corporate Transparency Act
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas has granted a preliminary injunction requested by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB).
Lake Zurich contractor repeatedly cited for ignoring safety regulations
Federal workplace safety inspectors have cited a Lake Zurich roofing contractor, Fino Exterior Inc., for the eighth time since 2020.
Mitchell man sentenced for identity theft involving fraudulent checks
A Mitchell, South Dakota man has been sentenced to two years in federal prison for aggravated identity theft.
FTC issues refunds over false PPE shipping claims during pandemic
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is distributing over $114,000 to consumers who were misled by claims of "next day shipping" for personal protective equipment (PPE) from the online retailer SuperGoodDeals.com.
Council Bluffs residents sentenced for illegal firearm possession
Two individuals from Council Bluffs have been sentenced to federal prison for firearms charges.
United States supports new network for young democratic leaders
The United States has announced its support for the launch of the Community of Democracies (CoD) Youth Democracy Network (YDN).
Former Long Island resident admits guilt in sports betting fraud scheme
Earlier today, Cory Zeidman pleaded guilty in a federal court in Central Islip to conspiring to commit mail and wire fraud.
Joliet man sentenced for firearm theft from Billings pawnshop
A Joliet man has been sentenced to over six years in prison following his involvement in a burglary at a Billings pawnshop, where firearms were stolen.
Illinois man receives federal sentence for firearm possession
A man from Silvis, Illinois, has been sentenced to 115 months in federal prison for firearm and ammunition possession as a felon.
Former Ohio deputy indicted on civil rights violation charges
A former deputy from the Franklin County Sheriff's Office in Ohio has been charged with civil rights violations, according to a recently unsealed indictment.
Justice Department resolves discrimination claims with senior living provider
The Justice Department has reached a settlement with Watercrest Community Management LLC concerning allegations of immigration-related discrimination at its Myrtle Beach, South Carolina location.