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News from August 2025


Saratoga County man charged with cyberstalking after threats against slain CEO's family

Shane Daley, a 40-year-old resident of Galway, New York, has been arrested and charged with cyberstalking after allegedly sending threatening and harassing voicemail messages to a family member of Brian Thompson, the UnitedHealthcare CEO who was...


President Trump announces 2025 Kennedy Center Honorees for contributions to American arts

President Donald J. Trump has announced the recipients of the 48th Kennedy Center Honors, highlighting individuals who have made significant contributions to American performing arts.


Federal inmate indicted for possessing weapon at Schuylkill correctional facility

Federal authorities have charged Devin Lopez-Dominguez, a 25-year-old inmate at the Schuylkill Federal Correctional Facility in Minersville, Pennsylvania, with possession of a weapon while incarcerated.


Donald J. Trump highlights support from allies in August Truth Social posts

Former President Donald J. Trump shared several supportive messages from political allies on his Truth Social account on August 13, 2025.


Cincinnati CBP seizes over $3 million in counterfeit pharmaceutical products

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers in Cincinnati, working with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), seized more than 54,000 counterfeit and unapproved pharmaceutical products during a recent week-long operation.


Donald J. Trump criticizes media coverage of Putin meeting in August 2025 posts

Former President Donald J. Trump posted several messages on August 13, 2025 criticizing media narratives around his meeting with Vladimir Putin.


Federal inmate indicted for possessing weapon at Schuylkill facility

A federal grand jury has indicted Marco Deputy, 30, of Frederick, Maryland, for allegedly possessing a weapon while incarcerated at the Schuylkill Federal Correctional Facility.


Centralia man sentenced to 17 years for distributing meth and fentanyl

A Centralia resident has been sentenced to 17 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to distributing large amounts of methamphetamine and fentanyl.


Jason A. Reding Quiñones sworn in as U.S. Attorney for Southern District of Florida

Jason A. Reding Quiñones has been sworn in as the United States Attorney for the Southern District of Florida.


Third defendant sentenced for role in skimming scheme targeting SNAP benefits

Bogdan Gabriel Radu, a 23-year-old Romanian national, has been sentenced to 15 months in federal prison for possessing device-making equipment, commonly known as skimmers.


Friendly’s recalls select Cookies & Cream ice cream for undeclared allergens

Friendly’s Ice Cream has announced a voluntary recall of 324 cartons of its 48 fl. oz.


Gainesville man receives over 35-year sentence for drug trafficking and firearm offenses

Lagarius Joseph Johnson, a 21-year-old Gainesville resident, has been sentenced to 35 years and 3 months in federal prison for several offenses including drug trafficking and illegal possession of firearms.


Hans Kissle recalls potato salad due to undeclared wheat allergen

Hans Kissle LLC has announced a voluntary recall of 66 units of its Red Potato Bliss Salad due to the presence of undeclared wheat, which is a known allergen.


CDC launches Free Mind campaign targeting youth substance use and mental health

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has introduced Free Mind, a national campaign aimed at providing youth aged 12-17, along with their parents and caregivers, with resources about substance use and mental health.


CDC mourns loss of longtime 'Tips From Former Smokers' advocate Christine Brader

Laura Chanchien Parajón, MD, MPH, acting director of the CDC's National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, released a statement on the passing of Christine Brader.


Settlement reached with social club over fraudulent covid relief loan certifications

The United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Jay Clayton, announced a settlement in a civil fraud lawsuit involving TCC International LLC, Core Gravity LLC, and Core Club Members Corp. The companies were accused of falsely...


Baltimore man convicted on federal charges related to drugs and firearms

A federal jury has convicted Anthony Nichols, 43, of Baltimore, Maryland, on charges related to drug trafficking and firearms offenses.


Utah man convicted for child sex crimes involving recording abuse

A Utah County man has been convicted by a federal jury in Salt Lake City for sexually abusing a 10-year-old girl and recording the abuse.


Trump revokes executive order aimed at promoting competition in US economy

President Donald J. Trump has revoked Executive Order 14036, which was issued on July 9, 2021, and focused on promoting competition in the American economy.


Dominican national pleads guilty to illegal reentry after prior drug conviction

A Dominican national who was previously deported after a heroin trafficking conviction has pleaded guilty to illegally reentering the United States, according to an announcement from Acting United States Attorney Sara Miron Bloom.