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Senate HELP Committee plans hearing on health care affordability

On Thursday, July 31, the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee will convene a hearing to address strategies for reducing health costs and improving affordability for American patients.


Ithaca man faces federal charges for alleged enticement of minor and child pornography

David Pastorello, 44, of Ithaca, New York, was arrested on Tuesday and appeared in court Wednesday on charges related to the enticement of a minor and distribution of child pornography.


More small businesses report labor quality as leading concern despite easing job openings

In July, 33% of small business owners reported having job openings they could not fill, according to the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB).


Lawmakers introduce bill targeting accountability for alleged genocide against Uyghurs

A bipartisan group of lawmakers has introduced the Uyghur Genocide Accountability and Sanctions Act, a legislative proposal that aims to address human rights abuses against Uyghurs and other ethnic minorities in China.


CEO and medical director charged with $500 million COVID-19 test fraud scheme

Two individuals have been charged in connection with a $500 million scheme involving fraudulent billing for COVID-19 testing services, according to an announcement by United States Attorney Jerome F. Gorgon Jr.


Legislation proposed to exempt US small businesses from Trump's Canadian import tariffs

Ranking Member Markey has joined legislation aimed at exempting small businesses from tariffs imposed by former President Donald Trump on Canadian imports.


Congress addresses rising concerns over USPS mail theft and crime

The Subcommittee on Government Operations recently held a hearing to address the growing issue of mail theft and crime.


Congressional hearing reviews crisis of unaccompanied alien children

The Federal Law Enforcement Subcommittee convened to address the challenges posed by unaccompanied alien children in the United States.


Indianapolis man receives 30-year federal sentence for armed robbery spree

Javonte Smith, 34, of Indianapolis, has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to multiple charges related to a series of armed robberies.


Bill advances with major Maine defense funding after appropriations committee approval

The Senate Appropriations Committee has approved the Fiscal Year 2026 Defense Appropriations Act, which includes funding and provisions that impact Maine’s defense sector.


Gainesville man receives 15-year federal sentence as armed career criminal

James C. Mobley, a 43-year-old resident of Gainesville, Florida, has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison after being convicted of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.


Watervliet man sentenced for unlicensed firearm dealing; receives prison term

Sean Patrick, a 46-year-old resident of Watervliet, New York, has been sentenced to 18 months in federal prison for dealing firearms without a license.


Missoula accountant sentenced for using client tax payments for personal expenses

A Missoula accountant has been sentenced to two years in federal prison for defrauding clients by misusing their cash payments intended for income taxes, according to U.S. Attorney Kurt Alme.


Kenner resident pleads guilty to submitting false FEMA claim after Hurricane Ida

A Kenner woman has pleaded guilty to filing a false claim with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) following Hurricane Ida.


Armed felon indicted in Hawaii after barricade yields drugs and weapons

Patrick Nowicke, a 44-year-old resident of Wahiawa, Hawaii, has been indicted on charges related to drug trafficking and illegal firearms possession.


Schenectady man receives over five years in prison for fentanyl possession

Terrell Bell, a 28-year-old resident of Schenectady, New York, was sentenced to 63 months in federal prison for possessing and intending to distribute fentanyl.


Niceville man indicted on federal fraud and tax crime charges

Sidney Marc Wilson, Jr., a 47-year-old resident of Niceville, Florida, has been indicted in federal court on charges stemming from an alleged multi-year scheme to defraud victims of millions of dollars.


Trump signs executive order modifying reciprocal tariff rates

President Donald J. Trump has signed an Executive Order that changes the reciprocal tariff rates for certain countries.


Trump signs order restoring Presidential Fitness Test and updating sports council

President Donald J. Trump has signed an Executive Order to restore the Presidential Fitness Test and revitalize the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition.


Jamestown woman receives sentence for role in local drug distribution scheme

Holly Berenguer, 43, of Jamestown, New York, was sentenced to time served and four years of supervised release after being convicted of conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute, and to distribute, 40 grams or more of fentanyl.