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Allegheny County settles false claims act allegations over AmeriCorps program expenditures

Allegheny County has agreed to pay $629,043 to resolve allegations that it violated the False Claims Act by not providing the required share of resources in exchange for AmeriCorps funds.


Detroit man pleads guilty to drug trafficking charges in Huntington

Rakai Travall Hawkins, 30, of Detroit, Michigan, pleaded guilty in federal court to charges of possession with intent to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine and 40 grams or more of fentanyl.


Donald J. Trump addresses Colbert firing and Grassley’s role in Senate appointments

Former President Donald J. Trump posted several messages on Truth Social on July 29, 2025.


ITI reacts positively to new U.S.-EU trade agreement

The Information Technology Industry Council (ITI) has expressed approval of the recent trade agreement between the United States and the European Union.


New trade deals aim to boost American agriculture

A series of new trade agreements between the United States and various countries are expected to benefit American farmers and ranchers.


AFPI supports USDA reorganization plan aligning with state priorities

The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) has expressed support for the United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) recent reorganization and relocation plan.


Eshelman praises recognition of Pennsylvania's role in U.S. energy dominance

Independent Petroleum Association of America (IPAA) President and CEO Jeff Eshelman has expressed his support for recent acknowledgments by President Trump and Senator Dave McCormick regarding Pennsylvania's role in energy production.


Memphis man sentenced for armed carjacking that injured elderly victim

A Memphis man has been sentenced to more than 18 years in federal prison for a carjacking that resulted in serious injury and the use of a firearm.


Heritage Foundation forms advisory panel with retired officers from five military branches

The Heritage Foundation has formed a Defense Advisory Panel (DAP) consisting of thirteen retired General and Flag Officers.


AI action plan aims to boost U.S. infrastructure and innovation

The AI Action Plan has been described as a call for a new industrial renaissance.


Donald J. Trump posts news updates and football trivia on Truth Social

Former President Donald J. Trump published several posts on Truth Social on July 29, 2025.


St. Louis County man pleads guilty to selling drugs to undercover officer

A St. Louis County man has admitted to selling fentanyl and methamphetamine to an undercover police detective, according to federal authorities.


Frederick man admits guilt in federal firearms trafficking case

A Frederick man, Jonathan Drew Bartgis, 26, pleaded guilty to federal charges of firearms trafficking and unlawful possession of a machinegun, according to the U.S. Attorney for the District of Maryland.


Second defendant pleads guilty in deadly Charlottesville kidnapping-for-ransom case

A Texas man has pleaded guilty to federal charges related to a kidnapping and ransom scheme that resulted in a fatal shooting in Charlottesville, Virginia.


Hammond man receives time served sentence for federal drug charges

A Hammond resident, Kylin Sexton, 25, has been sentenced to time served after pleading guilty to possessing marijuana and cocaine hydrochloride.


Massachusetts woman pleads guilty to leaking sealed grand jury information

A woman from Dracut, Massachusetts, has pleaded guilty in federal court to leaking information from a federal grand jury to unauthorized individuals.


Wisconsin business owner pleads guilty in scheme exporting lab equipment to Russia

A Madison business owner has pleaded guilty to federal charges related to the illegal export of scientific equipment to Russia.


Donald J. Trump shares multiple posts on Truth Social on July 29, 2025

Former President Donald J. Trump published three posts on his Truth Social account on July 29, 2025, later shared by the account TrumpDailyPosts on Twitter.


Donald J. Trump comments on North Sea oil policy and Manhattan shooting

Former President Donald J. Trump made several posts on July 29, 2025 via Truth Social addressing issues including UK energy policy regarding North Sea oil taxation and responding to a shooting incident in Manhattan.


Sioux City man pleads guilty in federal meth distribution case

Richard Martinez, a 30-year-old resident of Sioux City, Iowa, pleaded guilty on July 24, 2025, in federal court to charges related to methamphetamine distribution.