News published on Federal Newswire in February 2025

News from February 2025


Fort Myers man pleads guilty to armed robbery charges

Acting United States Attorney Sara C. Sweeney announced that Kevoun Najae Watts, a 22-year-old resident of Fort Myers, has pleaded guilty to charges related to armed robbery.


Global Coalition holds virtual meeting to discuss strategies against ISIS financing

The United States, Italy, and Saudi Arabia recently held the 21st meeting of the Counter ISIS Finance Group (CIFG), part of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS.


Tulsa man receives life sentence for murder conviction

A transient man, Cameron Lynn, has been sentenced to life imprisonment following his conviction for first-degree murder in Indian Country.


US official extends greetings for Tibetan New Year

I extend my warmest wishes to all those celebrating Losar, the Tibetan New Year.


Orlando man faces charges in alleged child sextortion scheme

An Orlando man, Montrey Roseberry, aged 19, has been indicted on multiple charges related to a child sextortion scheme.


Four plead guilty in North Charleston public corruption case

Following the announcement of charges against eight individuals in a public corruption scheme, four have entered guilty pleas.


Chesapeake man pleads guilty to child coercion attempt

A Chesapeake man has entered a guilty plea to charges of attempted coercion and enticement of a child.


Foreign holdings of U.S. securities rise to over $31 trillion

Preliminary data from the June 2024 benchmark survey on foreign portfolio holdings of U.S. securities has been released by the Treasury Department.


NAHB announces winners at International Builders' Show in Las Vegas

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) announced the winners of its 12th annual Best of IBS Awards at the NAHB International Builders’ Show in Las Vegas.


Standoff-triggering felon sentenced to over three years for firearm possession

U.S. District Judge Audrey G. Fleissig sentenced Randy Wilkes, a 43-year-old convicted felon, to 40 months in prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm.


Georgia man sentenced for role in Darrin Southall's drug organization

A Newnan, Georgia man involved in a drug trafficking organization led by Darrin Southall has been sentenced in federal court.


Missouri men admit using stolen checks for fraudulent activities

Four men from Franklin County, Missouri, have admitted to using stolen checks from the U.S. Mail to commit bank fraud.


Kentucky man sentenced to 35 years for production of child pornography

A man from Debord, Kentucky, Dustin Newsome, 35, has been sentenced to 35 years in prison for producing child pornography. U.S. District Judge Karen Caldwell delivered the sentence on Friday.


Mahnomen man indicted for illegal firearm possession as a felon

A Mahnomen man has been indicted for illegal possession of firearms, as announced by Acting U.S. Attorney Lisa D. Kirkpatrick.


Vinton man indicted for sexual exploitation involving minors

A federal grand jury in Roanoke has indicted a Vinton, Virginia man on charges related to the sexual exploitation of minors.


Former non-profit director charged with embezzlement and tax evasion

Howard Solomon, a 38-year-old resident of Oakland, faces charges of mail fraud and tax evasion related to his former role as executive director of the East Oakland Boxing Association.


Two former Jal police officers convicted for civil rights violations

A federal jury has found two former officers of the Jal Police Department guilty of violating an individual's civil rights during a 2021 incident that resulted in the person's death.


Clewiston man pleads guilty to drug distribution and firearm offenses

A Clewiston resident, Antowan Jabaar Cain, aged 45, has entered a guilty plea for distributing methamphetamine and possessing a firearm in connection with drug trafficking activities.


Mexican cartel members extradited to US; includes notorious boss Rafael Caro Quintero

Last night, 29 members of Mexican cartels were extradited to the United States.


Oahu clinic owner sentenced for defrauding healthcare programs

Stephen Timothy Wells, a resident of Waialua and owner of Oahu Spine and Rehab, has been sentenced to nine months in federal prison for health care fraud.