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Cocaine worth over $1M seized by CBP at Pharr International Bridge

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Pharr International Bridge in Texas seized cocaine valued at over $1 million during a recent enforcement action.

Meta partners with Childhelp on new student safety curriculum

Meta has announced a collaboration with Childhelp to launch an educational curriculum aimed at preventing online exploitation among middle school students.

New Haven man pleads guilty to narcotics trafficking charge

Marc H. Silverman, Acting United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, has announced that Joshuwa Diaz, a 34-year-old resident of New Haven, entered a guilty plea in a narcotics trafficking case.

Monte Alto teen arrested at Progreso Port on child sexual assault charge

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Progreso International Bridge have apprehended a teenager from Monte Alto, Texas, who was wanted on an outstanding felony warrant for sexual assault of a child.

FTC postpones virtual workshop on attention economy

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced the postponement of its virtual workshop initially scheduled for February 25.

Americans face increased internet censorship amid new federal and state regulations

Recently, Americans have experienced increased internet censorship, a phenomenon more common in other countries.

FTC concludes action against DoNotPay over deceptive 'AI Lawyer' claims

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has concluded its action against DoNotPay, a company that advertised its online service as “the world’s first robot lawyer.” The FTC's order mandates that DoNotPay cease making misleading claims about the...

New Jersey man receives prison sentence for attempted online enticement

The United States Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania has announced that Mitchell Inscho, a 36-year-old resident of Belvidere, New Jersey, has been sentenced to 180 months in prison.

EPA establishes new Altadena site for wildfire waste storage

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the County of Los Angeles have formalized a lease agreement for an additional staging area at the Altadena Golf Course in Altadena, California.

Trump administration faces criticism over actions impacting free speech

If we don’t have Free Speech, then we just don’t have a Free Country.

Cocaine worth $498K seized by CBP at Laredo Port; two Mexican citizens arrested

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Laredo Port of Entry seized cocaine valued at over $498,000 in a recent operation.

Postal worker indicted for alleged mail theft in New Orleans

U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans has announced the indictment of Kanisha Florence, a 28-year-old resident of New Orleans, for mail theft by a postal employee.

New Orleans man sentenced for car theft and drug violations

Mervyn Lucas, a 33-year-old resident of New Orleans, was sentenced to 75 months in prison on February 6, 2025. U.S. District Judge Eldon E. Fallon also ordered three years of supervised release and a $300 mandatory special assessment fee following...

Weekend Interview: Chris Mitchell is on a Mission to Uncover the Truth in Israel

Chris Mitchell has spent over three decades as a journalist, reporting on Israel and the Middle East for CBN News. As the host of Jerusalem Dateline, he provides firsthand accounts of historical events and critical developments in the region. Since joining CBN News in 1992, he has interviewed personalities from foreign dignitaries to Israeli and Christian leaders, developing insights into the challenges and triumphs of Israel.

Chris Wright confirmed as new Secretary of Energy

Chris Wright has been confirmed as the 17th Secretary of the Department of Energy, following his nomination by President Donald J. Trump.

Cocaine worth $1.4M seized by CBP at Eagle Pass Port

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Eagle Pass Port of Entry seized cocaine valued at over $1.4 million in a recent enforcement action.

Hampton man convicted for conspiracy involving mail theft and firearm charges

A federal jury in Newport News, Virginia, has convicted a Hampton man on charges related to conspiracy, mail theft, and the illegal receipt of a firearm while under indictment.

EPA signs lease for new wildfire cleanup staging area in Altadena

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Los Angeles County have entered into a lease agreement, effective February 7, 2025, for a new staging area at Charles S. Farnsworth Park in Altadena, California.

New Kensington man admits guilt in major drug trafficking operation

A New Kensington resident, James Pinkston, has pleaded guilty in federal court to charges related to drug trafficking and money laundering.

New York man sentenced for possessing stolen mail and postal keys

United States Attorney Susan Lehr has announced the sentencing of William Stewart, a 29-year-old resident of Brooklyn, New York.

New Orleans man pleads guilty to narcotics and firearms offenses

U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans announced that Carlos Jones, a 32-year-old resident of Orleans Parish, pled guilty to narcotics and weapons offenses on February 5, 2025.

New Orleans man pleads guilty to drug trafficking and gun charges

Tieron Price, a 22-year-old from New Orleans, has pled guilty to multiple charges including possession of machineguns and drug trafficking.

FTC announces new HSR thresholds and fees effective February 21

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced the updated jurisdictional thresholds and filing fee schedule under the Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Act for 2025.

U.S. Department of Energy announces new senior staff appointments

Today, the U.S. Secretary of Energy, Chris Wright, announced several appointments to the Department's senior leadership team.

Bloods gang members face new charges for violent crimes on Long Island

Earlier today, three members of the Bloods gang were arraigned in federal court in Central Islip on new charges related to a 46-count second superseding indictment.