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Department of Labor recovers $1.4M in wages for workers from Cupertino Electric

The U.S. Department of Labor has successfully recovered over $1.4 million in back wages for 2,620 employees following an investigation into a San Jose-based electrical engineering and construction company.

Department of Labor promotes safety stand-down against falls in construction

The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is promoting the 12th annual National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction, taking place from May 5-9, 2025.

European nationals plead guilty in California benefit fraud case

Three individuals from Europe have pleaded guilty to federal charges in Los Angeles related to the fraudulent withdrawal of benefits intended for low-income individuals.

Donald J. Trump announces Ed Martin's new DOJ roles

Former President Donald J. Trump recently made several announcements via his Truth Social account concerning Ed Martin's new positions at the Department of Justice and comments on China's market policies.

Ex-state employee sentenced for defrauding COVID-19 jobless relief

A former employee of the California Employment Development Department (EDD) and her ex-boyfriend have been sentenced to federal prison for fraudulently obtaining COVID-19 jobless benefits.

Davenport man receives 15-year sentence for child pornography charges

A Davenport man has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison on charges related to child pornography.

Five sentenced for roles in Iberville drug trafficking network

Acting United States Attorney April M. Leon has announced the sentencing of five individuals involved in a drug trafficking conspiracy.

Trumbull man indicted for alleged $3 million fraud scheme against Amazon

Marc H. Silverman, Acting United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, and Anish Shukla, Acting Special Agent in Charge of the New Haven Division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), announced that a federal grand jury in New...

Waco man sentenced to over 16 years for distributing child pornography

Jay Gilmore, a 40-year-old resident of Waco, Nebraska, has been sentenced to 200 months in federal prison for the distribution of child pornography.

Oklahoma man sentenced for defrauding buyers over classic car sales

Andy Wayne Alexander, a 48-year-old resident of Pauls Valley, Oklahoma, has been sentenced to 33 months in federal prison for wire fraud.

Senator Cassidy hosts event on strengthening access to charter schools

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy will host an event on May 15 to discuss enhancing access to charter schools.

Jamaican fugitive indicted for firearm possession after evading capture across three countries

Orville Andrew Pernell, a 32-year-old Jamaican national also known as "Oneil Christopher Reid," was arraigned in Atlanta on charges of firearm possession by an alien unlawfully present in the United States.

Donald J. Trump's recent posts propose editorial changes and share cryptic links

Former President Donald J. Trump has taken to Truth Social with posts suggesting leadership changes at The Wall Street Journal and sharing unexplained links.

Tallahassee man sentenced for mail theft and bank fraud conspiracy

Romeo Wilson, a 20-year-old resident of Tallahassee, Florida, has been sentenced to over 24 months in federal prison following his guilty plea to several charges including conspiracy to commit bank fraud and aggravated identity theft.

Mobile man receives 15-year sentence for distribution of child pornography

Michael Jerome Elder, a 50-year-old resident of Mobile, Alabama, was sentenced to 15 years in prison following his guilty plea to the charge of distributing child pornography.

Sacramento lobbying firm settles PPP loan claims with voluntary repayment

Governmental Advocates Inc., a Sacramento-based political consulting firm, has resolved civil claims related to a Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan it was ineligible to receive.

donald j. trump shares series of posts on truth social

Former President Donald J. Trump continues to engage audiences with recent posts on his Truth Social platform dated May 9, 2025.

Former D.C.-area attorney faces charges related to tax crimes

An attorney formerly based in the Washington D.C. area has been indicted on charges related to tax evasion and making false statements to federal authorities.

San Diego brothers face allegations over fraudulent $8M pandemic loans

The United States has filed a civil complaint against two brothers from San Diego County, accusing them of fraudulently securing more than $8 million in pandemic-related loans.

Donald J. Trump's latest statements address inflation and media criticism

Former President Donald J. Trump posted several messages on Truth Social on May 9, 2025.

Ten sentenced after major black-market marijuana bust

Naiqing Lin, a 37-year-old Chinese national residing in New York, has been sentenced to 37 months in federal prison for his involvement in a large-scale marijuana distribution conspiracy.

Edmond man pleads guilty in federal court for child exploitation charges

Kenneth Lynch, a 45-year-old resident of Edmond, has entered a guilty plea to charges of sexual exploitation of a child.

Iowa man convicted for role in pandemic-related PPP fraud scheme

A former worker at a meatpacking plant in Algona, Iowa, was found guilty of fraud related to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Windham man sentenced for violating Clean Air Act and obstructing EPA probe

A Windham resident has been sentenced in Portland, Maine, for conspiring to tamper with environmental monitoring devices on diesel vehicles and obstructing an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) investigation.

Iowa City man sentenced for receipt and distribution of child pornography

An Iowa City resident has been sentenced to over 16 years in federal prison for offenses related to child pornography.