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By C. M. Ingle | May 1, 2026
Bobby Boseman has been sentenced to more than 19 years in federal prison following charges related to drug distribution and abuse against two women at his residence in Flint. Authorities say he maintained a home used for manufacturing cocaine while subjecting victims to violence.
By F. E. Simons | May 1, 2026
A Miami jury convicted former Congressman David Rivera and lobbyist Esther Nuhfer for illegally lobbying on behalf of Venezuela's government without proper registration under FARA laws. Authorities say both individuals laundered millions connected with their secret work promoting Venezuelan interests among U.S officials.
By H. B. Edwards | May 1, 2026
Senator Jeanne Shaheen marked sixty days since U.S.-Iran hostilities began under President Trump by calling attention to unmet objectives and rising costs for Americans due to ongoing conflict abroad.
By T. P. Broyles | May 1, 2026
Senator Susan Collins pressed Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins about funding shortfalls for infrastructure upgrades at Togus VA Medical Center during a recent hearing. Discussions also focused on staff shortages affecting new treatment programs and expanding rural transportation grants for veterans across more counties in Maine.
By F. E. Simons | May 1, 2026
Two men have pleaded guilty to selling fentanyl and methamphetamine near protected areas in Wheeling according to federal authorities. Both face significant prison terms after admitting they sold drugs close to schools or a playground.
By T. J. Graves | May 1, 2026
A South Carolina man must pay over $266K after polluting Paint Creek during an intoxicated truck crash on Interstate 64-77 in Fayette County. Federal prosecutors detailed both environmental damage caused by hazardous chemicals spilling into local waterways as well as ongoing efforts by first responders.
By C. M. Ingle | May 1, 2026
Ali Naserdean admitted guilt in a multi-million dollar health care fraud scheme involving fake prescriptions and illegal distribution of oxycodone between 2019-2022 near Detroit. He faces up to 20 years imprisonment after his plea agreement was announced May 1.
By C. M. Ingle | May 1, 2026
Federal prosecutors in Southern California filed over one hundred border-related cases this week involving drugs and immigration offenses. Several arrests included attempts to smuggle people or narcotics across busy ports of entry along the U.S.-Mexico border.
By C. M. Ingle | May 1, 2026
President Donald J. Trump has issued a new executive order imposing sanctions on those linked with repression in Cuba due to ongoing threats against U.S. security interests. The measure blocks assets tied to key sectors in Cuba's economy while restricting travel for designated individuals.
By T. J. Graves | May 1, 2026
Brailen Weaver has been charged following an armed robbery resulting in two deaths at a Berea bank on April 30. Multiple law enforcement agencies collaborated during an intensive investigation leading up to his arrest hours after fleeing police.
By C. M. Ingle | May 1, 2026
A Tennessee man has pleaded guilty to wire fraud after obtaining a CARES Act loan using false information about his non-profit's finances. Authorities say he used government funds meant for pandemic relief on personal expenses.
By C. M. Ingle | May 1, 2026
CBP AMO, part of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, posted a series of updates about its ongoing mission to secure America's borders on April 30 and May 1, 2026.
By T. J. Graves | May 1, 2026
Jonathan Kennedy has been sentenced to over fifteen years in prison for distributing large amounts of methamphetamine while already under supervised release. Authorities say nearly forty pounds were trafficked into Kanawha County before his arrest.
By Federal Newswire | May 1, 2026
Rising tensions with China have renewed focus on Taiwan, though the broader Pacific may prove just as critical in any conflict. Cleo Paskal, a senior fellow focused on the Indo-Pacific, argues that U.S. territories and nearby island nations form an overlooked frontline in that competition.
By F. E. Simons | May 1, 2026
National Farmers Union President Rob Larew responded after the House passed new farm legislation on May 1. Larew acknowledged progress but raised concerns about support levels for farmers amid ongoing economic challenges.
By T. J. Graves | May 1, 2026
A Clarksville man faces federal charges after allegedly accessing computers at a Maryland medical system without authorization over several years. Prosecutors say Matthew Bathula used advanced cyber techniques affecting nearly 200 people linked with his employer.
By F. E. Simons | May 1, 2026
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for Eastern Kentucky will hold a press conference about an arrest related to a deadly Berea bank robbery. The event will address recent developments in this high-profile case.
By F. E. Simons | Apr 30, 2026
We R Nuts has recalled its Uncle Giuseppe’s branded milk chocolate bridge mix after discovering undeclared allergens. No illnesses have been reported so far. Consumers with allergies are urged not to eat the product and can return it for a refund.
By F. E. Simons | Apr 30, 2026
Nydira Adams has pled guilty in connection with a multimillion-dollar student loan forgiveness scam targeting federal relief programs through fraudulent applications submitted on behalf of borrowers who paid her for services.
By C. M. Ingle | Apr 30, 2026
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) used several X posts on April 29-30, 2026 to emphasize its recent drug seizure operations at U.S. borders.
