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Washington man admits to extortion using fake escort profiles

A Washington man has admitted to extorting clients through fake online escort profiles, according to a recent court announcement.

Missouri man pleads guilty to transporting minor for sex

A Missouri man has confessed to transporting a minor across state lines for sexual purposes.

Stargate commits $500 billion for US AI infrastructure under new administration

In a recent development, Stargate, a new American company, has announced a commitment of $500 billion towards artificial intelligence infrastructure in the United States.

Former school bus driver pleads guilty to producing child pornography

A former school bus driver has admitted to recording his sexual abuse of two young children.

French MP Knafo: 'I was invited to the first ball of the investiture of Trump : the one of cryptocurrencies'

Sarah Knafo, a French Member of Parliament and Vice President of the Europe of Sovereign Nations Group (ENS), announced her invitation to a cryptocurrency-themed ball during the inaugural celebrations for President Donald Trump.

Former Assistant Defense Secretary on TikTok debate: 'our social media companies can't operate in China'

Former Assistant Secretary of Defense Randall Schriver has expressed concerns regarding the operation of Chinese social media apps such as TikTok in the United States.

Hartford man charged with fentanyl distribution; pleads not guilty

A Hartford, Connecticut man has been charged with violations of the Controlled Substances Act.

Sioux City man pleads guilty to child pornography charges

Uriah Jordan Buffalo Chief-Torrez, II, a resident of Sioux City, Iowa, has entered a guilty plea in federal court on January 21, 2025.

Huntington man pleads guilty to federal firearm offense

Tairon Jordan Bradley, a 25-year-old resident of Huntington, West Virginia, has entered a guilty plea to the charge of being a felon in possession of a firearm.

CBP removes scheduling feature from CBP One app

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has announced the removal of the scheduling functionality from its CBP One mobile application.

FTC distributes over $5 million in refunds for bogus debt relief scheme

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced it is distributing over $5 million in refunds to consumers affected by a misleading credit card debt relief operation known as ACRO Services.

Broward County man sentenced for COVID-19 testing reimbursement fraud

Willie F. Murray, Jr., a 55-year-old resident of West Park, has been sentenced to five years and one month in federal prison by U.S. District Judge Mary S. Scriven.

WhatsApp integration option announced for Meta's Accounts Center

Since its introduction in 2020, Accounts Center has been a tool for users to manage their experiences across Facebook, Instagram, and Meta Quest.

Huntington man pleads guilty to federal drug charges

Curtis Lavall Capers, a 35-year-old resident of Huntington, West Virginia, has entered a guilty plea for distributing fentanyl and methamphetamine.

Beckley residents sentenced for federal drug offenses involving fentanyl distribution

Today, Michael Dwayne Kelly II and Savannah Elizabeth Todd, both from Beckley, West Virginia, received prison sentences for their involvement in federal drug crimes.

Former police officer sentenced for child pornography possession

A Carlsbad man, formerly a sergeant with the New Mexico State Police, has been sentenced to 85 months in federal prison for possession of child pornography.

U.S. President issues order to enhance national security through stricter immigration measures

The President of the United States has issued an order aimed at enhancing national security and public safety by addressing potential threats from foreign nationals.

Former cannabis executive charged with insider trading by federal authorities

A former cannabis executive has been indicted on charges of insider trading, according to federal court documents filed in Chicago.

Richard S. Moultrie named acting U.S. attorney for Northern District of Georgia

First Assistant U.S. Attorney Richard S. Moultrie, Jr. has been appointed as the Acting U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Georgia, succeeding Ryan K. Buchanan.

Acting Secretary Huffman addresses fatal shooting of border patrol agent

Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Benjamine Huffman has issued a statement regarding the death of a US Border Patrol agent.

CTA Foundation concludes CES 2025 focusing on accessibility advancements

The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) Foundation concluded its participation in CES 2025, focusing on accessibility and innovation.

EPA concludes air monitoring after Moss Landing battery fire

On January 20, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) concluded its supplemental air monitoring efforts near the Vistra Energy battery power storage facility in Moss Landing, California.

Atlanta man sentenced for defrauding pandemic relief programs

Boeroepae Jordan has been sentenced to a new prison term for defrauding the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program of over $323,000.

EPA fines Stericycle $9.5M over hazardous waste violations

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) have announced a settlement with Stericycle, Inc. for violations related to hazardous waste management.

U.S. imposes sanctions on Chinese-linked cyber actors for hacking

The United States has announced sanctions against Yin Kecheng and Sichuan Juxinhe Network Technology Co., LTD. (Sichuan Juxinhe), identified as cyber actors linked to the People's Republic of China (PRC).