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By C. M. Ingle | Mar 13, 2026
A D.C. man has been found guilty of armed kidnapping after holding his case worker hostage during a home visit last September. Authorities say Thomas Venable threatened violence before releasing the victim following negotiations. Sentencing is scheduled for May.
By F. E. Simons | Mar 13, 2026
U.S. authorities have arrested Rafael Enrique Gámez Salas at Chile's request over serious criminal charges linked to Tren de Aragua activities. The case underscores international cooperation against transnational crime as extradition proceedings move forward.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 13, 2026
A Mexican national has been sentenced to ten years in prison after her seventh conviction for illegal reentry into the United States. Authorities say Elena Ernestina Pedroza had previously been deported six times before her latest arrest in New Mexico.
By F. E. Simons | Mar 13, 2026
Jason K. Thompson of Crownpoint has pleaded guilty to strangling a woman and attacking a tribal police officer with a taser. He faces up to ten years in prison after being apprehended following his escape from custody.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 13, 2026
The Department of Justice will return nearly $471,000 in seized cryptocurrency assets to two Maine residents defrauded in an investment scam. Authorities warn that such schemes remain common and urge potential victims to report suspicious activity.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 13, 2026
A Saline County man has been sentenced to nine years in prison for receiving child sexual abuse material after pleading guilty. Authorities say the case highlights ongoing efforts to hold offenders accountable and protect victims.
By F. E. Simons | Mar 13, 2026
A Jacksonville man has been indicted for attempting to entice a minor into sexual activity following an undercover operation by the FBI. Authorities say Adeis Jonathan Francis faces significant prison time if convicted. The case is part of Project Safe Childhood's ongoing efforts against child exploitation.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 13, 2026
Two former USPS employees have pleaded guilty in Atlanta federal court after admitting they stole items from undeliverable mail at a postal facility. One defendant also admitted defrauding pandemic relief programs through fake loan applications.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 13, 2026
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in Cincinnati intercepted a shipment containing counterfeit luxury watches valued at over $279,000 if genuine. The agency warns consumers about risks associated with fake goods as seizures continue nationwide.
By R. C. Jamison | Mar 13, 2026
Industry leaders have voiced strong support after a Senate committee unanimously approved the NASA Authorization Act of 2026. The bill aims to strengthen U.S. leadership in space exploration through bipartisan cooperation and expanded public-private partnerships.
By H. B. Edwards | Mar 13, 2026
Senators Whitehouse, Heinrich, and Van Hollen have launched an investigation into AI companies planning large-scale data centers powered by new gas plants. The inquiry focuses on potential environmental impacts from increased emissions. Companies are asked about their decisions regarding energy sources.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 13, 2026
Eric Woods has been sentenced to ten years in prison for an armed carjacking committed as a juvenile in Washington, D.C., according to U.S. Attorney Jeanine Ferris Pirro. The sentencing follows coordinated efforts by law enforcement agencies who quickly apprehended Woods after tracking down the stolen vehicle.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 13, 2026
A Los Angeles man has been sentenced to ten years in federal prison for enticing minors online for illegal sexual activity. Authorities say Eddie Ademir Villalta Hernandez persuaded minors over social media to send exploitative material in exchange for money. The case is part of the Department of Justice's Project Safe Childhood initiative.
By H. B. Edwards | Mar 13, 2026
The House Education and Workforce Committee will consider seven new bills in a markup session on March 17. The legislation covers topics from literacy instruction to retirement savings. The meeting will be open to the press and streamed online.
By H. B. Edwards | Mar 13, 2026
House Oversight Chairman James Comer has asked Tova Noel, a guard present during Jeffrey Epstein's death, to participate in a transcribed interview. The committee continues its investigation by interviewing key figures connected to the case.
By F. E. Simons | Mar 13, 2026
A Uxbridge man has been sentenced to ten years in prison for possessing child sexual abuse material after pleading guilty last year. Authorities say Scott Morrill stored hundreds of illegal images using an online account while on supervised release from a prior conviction.
By R. C. Jamison | Mar 13, 2026
A federal court ordered immediate reinstatement of collective bargaining rights for most Department of Veterans Affairs workers after their removal last year. Senator Richard Blumenthal praised the decision and highlighted ongoing legislative efforts in Congress. The Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee continues oversight on issues affecting veterans nationwide.
By R. C. Jamison | Mar 13, 2026
Chairman James Comer announced a House Oversight Committee markup session set for March 18. Lawmakers will consider multiple bills designed to improve taxpayer protections and increase government transparency.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 13, 2026
A Brazilian national living in Stamford has been charged with possession of child pornography following an investigation involving federal and local authorities. The individual was arrested after reports from a cloud storage provider led to further inquiry by law enforcement agencies.
By F. E. Simons | Mar 13, 2026
A Connecticut man has been arrested after allegedly assaulting a federal officer at the U.S.-Canada border in Maine. Authorities say he failed to stop for inspection before being taken into custody following a struggle.
