News published on Federal Newswire in September 2025

News from September 2025


Beaumont man receives over six years for postal truck carjacking

A Beaumont resident has been sentenced to 78 months in federal prison following a carjacking involving a U.S. Postal Service mail carrier, according to an announcement from Acting U.S. Attorney Jay R. Combs for the Eastern District of Texas.


Comer supports legislation aimed at changing juvenile crime laws in Washington D.C

House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) has voiced his support for H.R. 4922, known as the D.C. Criminal Reforms to Immediately Make Everyone Safer (D.C. CRIMES) Act.


California woman pleads guilty in New Orleans child sex trafficking conspiracy

A California woman has pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit sex trafficking of a minor, according to an announcement from Acting U.S. Attorney Michael M. Simpson.


Brother-sister duo sentenced for cross-border kidnapping-for-ransom scheme

A brother and sister from Rosarito, Mexico, have been sentenced to federal prison for their involvement in a kidnapping and ransom plot that targeted a neighbor.


Florida man sentenced for transporting ghost gun into New York

Akeem Davis, 31, from Brandon, Florida, has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for possessing a firearm as a convicted felon.


Cruz urges U.S. support for Taiwanese inclusion at upcoming ICAO assembly

U.S. Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee Chairman Ted Cruz has urged the Biden administration to advocate for Taiwan’s full participation in the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).


Richland County man receives 10-year sentence for drug possession

William Justin Marshall, 43, of Columbia, has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison after being convicted of possession with intent to distribute fentanyl, crack cocaine, cocaine, and methamphetamine.


New Orleans man indicted on federal charges for sexual abuse of minor

A New Orleans man has been indicted on charges related to the sexual abuse of a minor, according to an announcement from Acting U.S. Attorney Michael M. Simpson.


Omaha men sentenced for transporting stolen casino funds across state lines

Two Omaha men have been sentenced to federal prison for their roles in the interstate transportation of stolen money. U.S. District Judge Charles B. Kornmann handed down the sentences on September 15, 2025, according to an announcement from United...


CBP officers seize nearly 186 pounds of cocaine at Calexico cargo facility

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Calexico East Port of Entry Commercial Facility stopped a drug smuggling attempt on September 17, 2025.


Browning woman sentenced for embezzlement from Heart Butte School District

A Browning woman has been sentenced to 25 months in federal prison and three years of supervised release for embezzling more than $30,000 from the Heart Butte School District, according to U.S. Attorney Kurt Alme.


Pittsburgh man pleads guilty to drug trafficking and firearms offenses

A Pittsburgh resident has pleaded guilty in federal court to charges related to fentanyl and heroin trafficking, as well as firearms violations.


Gooder Foods recalls plant-based pasta over undeclared milk and cashew allergens

Gooder Foods, Inc. has announced a recall of several lots of its plant-based products due to undeclared allergens.


Treasury announces broadest sanctions yet against global Houthi support networks

The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has announced sanctions on 32 individuals and entities, along with four vessels, in its largest action to date against Iran-backed Ansarallah, also known as the Houthis.


One Frozen recalls burrito bowl blend over undeclared shrimp allergen risk

One Frozen, LLC has announced a voluntary recall of certain lots of its Good & Gather Southwest-Style Burrito Bowl Blend (frozen, 12oz bags) after it was discovered that the product may contain shrimp, a crustacean shellfish allergen not listed on...


Chetak expands recall of frozen vegetables over salmonella concerns

Chetak LLC Group has expanded its voluntary recall of Deep-branded frozen vegetables and fruit products due to the risk of Salmonella contamination.


Gina Marie Bakery recalls cookies for undeclared allergens in Connecticut

Gina Marie Bakery, based in Waterbury, Connecticut, has announced a recall of several types of cookies due to undeclared allergens and food dyes.


Topsham man sentenced to over six years for firearm offenses following burglary

A Topsham resident, Christopher Tucker, 34, has been sentenced in U.S. District Court in Portland for being a felon in possession of firearms and possessing stolen firearms. U.S. District Judge Nancy Torresen handed down a sentence of 75 months in...


Seven-time felon sentenced for illegal reentry and weapons offense in Houston

A Mexican national with a record of seven felony convictions has been sentenced in Houston for illegally reentering the United States after a previous removal. U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei announced that Manuel Albert Aragon-Hernandez, 39,...


San Fernando Valley men charged with laundering millions through electronics export scheme

Two men from the San Fernando Valley were arrested on charges of conspiracy to commit money laundering in connection with a scheme involving the export of more than $611 million worth of consumer electronics and gift cards, according to federal...