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Nurse practitioner sentenced for $11 million disability loan fraud scheme
Catherine Seemer, a nurse practitioner from Elmsford, New York, has been sentenced to five years in prison for orchestrating an $11.2 million disability loan fraud scheme.
Lycoming County man faces federal charges related to child exploitation
The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania has announced that Christopher Stout, a 48-year-old resident of Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, was indicted by a federal grand jury on February 4, 2025.
Jensen Beach man convicted for intent to distribute methamphetamine
On January 28, a federal jury convicted Otis Furman Crabbe III, a resident of Jensen Beach, Florida, for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine.
Bradenton man sentenced for production and receipt of child sexual abuse material
U.S. District Judge Mary S. Scriven has sentenced Buddy Allen Travis, a 42-year-old resident of Bradenton, to 15 years and 8 months in federal prison for producing and receiving child sexual abuse material.
Madison Carrig sentenced for embezzlement from Vermont auto dealerships
Madison Carrig, a 30-year-old resident of Whitehall, New York, has been sentenced to four months in prison by the United States District Court in Burlington.
Law enforcement arrests five for EBT card fraud targeting low-income families
A coordinated law enforcement operation in Los Angeles has led to the arrest of five individuals accused of using "skimmed" electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards to create counterfeit cards and illegally withdraw funds meant for low-income...
Rare seed bugs intercepted at Detroit airport
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agriculture specialists at Detroit Metro Airport intercepted rare spore-spreading seed bugs among undeclared cypress cones from Jordan late last year.
IBM predicts rise in generative AI use by banks in 2025
IBM has released its annual outlook for the global financial services industry, predicting significant advancements in technology and transformation for 2025.
Kissimmee man sentenced for producing child sexual abuse material
Stephen Michael Lippincott, a 70-year-old resident of Kissimmee, has been sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for producing child sexual abuse material.
Hegseth discusses security cooperation with Panamanian president
On February 5, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth engaged in a phone call with Panamanian President José Raul Mulino.
Palm Bay man receives over 11-year sentence for child sex abuse material
A Palm Bay resident, Erik Bjorndal, has been sentenced to 11 years and 4 months in federal prison for the receipt of child sexual abuse material.
New York woman pleads guilty to multiple charges including bank fraud
A New York woman, Theresa Hartung, 62, has pleaded guilty to charges of bank fraud, false use of a passport, and aggravated identity theft in the U.S. District Court in Portland.
Lincoln man found guilty in methamphetamine distribution conspiracy
United States Attorney Susan Lehr announced that William Arthur Parrott, a 54-year-old resident of Lincoln, Nebraska, was convicted on January 30, 2025.
Four convicted for stealing funds using victim’s Social Security numbers
A Newark man has been sentenced to federal prison for his involvement in a conspiracy to commit bank fraud and aggravated identity theft. U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei announced that Cory Scott Becker, 41, received a 36-month prison term from...
Broadband leaders extend voluntary agreement to enhance device energy efficiency through 2028
The Consumer Technology Association (CTA), NCTA – The Internet & Television Association, Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E), broadband internet service providers, and device manufacturers have announced an extension of the "Voluntary Agreement" aimed...
Scott Turner confirmed as new HUD Secretary by U.S. Senate
The National Association of REALTORS (NAR) has extended its congratulations to Scott Turner following his confirmation by the United States Senate as the Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
U.S. Attorney's Office collects over $20M in fiscal year 2024
The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of North Carolina has reported the collection of over $20 million in criminal and civil actions during Fiscal Year 2024.
Critics voice concerns over proposed Kids Off Social Media Act
The Senate Commerce Committee is reviewing the "Kids Off Social Media" Act of 2025 (KOSMA), which aims to restrict children under 13 from accessing specific social media platforms.
Fall River woman admits guilt in stealing social security benefits
A woman from Fall River has admitted guilt in a Boston federal court for the theft of Social Security benefits meant for her child.
Russian-Israeli national extradited over alleged role in global ransomware scheme
A dual Russian and Israeli national, Rostislav Panev, has been extradited to the United States on charges related to his involvement with the LockBit ransomware group.
Texas man faces charges for possessing child pornography while driving school buses
A Texas man has been arrested on charges related to the alleged possession of child pornography while he was working temporarily as a school bus driver in Fairbanks, Alaska.
Podcast addresses Corporate Transparency Act's impact on small business owners
As a new Congress and administration take office, the issue of beneficial ownership remains significant for small businesses.
Texas man sentenced for distributing child sexual abuse material
A federal judge in West Palm Beach has sentenced James William Latta, a 38-year-old man from Texas, to 20 years in prison followed by 25 years of supervised release.
Fraud investigator sentenced for stealing identities from NYC homeless
Earlier today, in a federal court in Brooklyn, Olabanji Otufale, a former fraud investigator with the New York City Department of Homeless Services, was sentenced to 27 months in prison.
Digital Ascension Group general counsel: New SEC requirement 'could mean fewer arbitrary crackdowns' in crypto industry
Digital Ascension Group General Counsel Rick Tapia has expressed concerns over a new requirement for U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) attorneys to seek approval before formally launching probes.