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Ohio man pleads guilty to role in postal carrier robbery

A Cleveland man has pleaded guilty to robbing a postal carrier as part of a check fraud scheme involving stolen mail keys. Authorities say he faces up to 30 years in prison after admitting his role in altering checks and recruiting others online.


Senate Aging Committee to hold hearing on China’s role in U.S. drug supply chain

The Senate Special Committee on Aging will hold a hearing March 11 about China's control over America's drug supply chain. Lawmakers aim to address concerns about reliance on foreign-made pharmaceuticals affecting seniors' health.


Eleven Indian nationals charged with conspiracy to commit visa fraud in Massachusetts

Federal authorities have charged eleven Indian nationals with conspiracy related to staged armed robberies aimed at securing fraudulent immigration benefits. The alleged scheme involved fake crimes so participants could apply for special visas reserved for crime victims.


Two men sentenced for kidnapping toddler in St. Louis County

Two men have been sentenced for kidnapping a toddler from a St. Louis County apartment during a search for missing firearms. The sentences follow guilty pleas from both defendants involved in what prosecutors described as a violent crime.


New Hampshire man charged with cyberstalking in Massachusetts case

A New Hampshire man has been charged with cyberstalking after allegedly harassing a Massachusetts woman through various online platforms over several years. Authorities say he posted explicit material without consent and encouraged others to do so as well. The accused faces up to five years in prison if convicted.


Former corrections officer sentenced to over five years for child pornography possession

A former corrections officer from Mililani has been sentenced to over five years in federal prison for possessing child pornography. Kenneth Kazuichi Arasato, Jr. was also ordered to pay restitution after pleading guilty last year. The case was investigated as part of Project Safe Childhood.


German national sentenced to 121 months for enticement and sexual abuse of a minor

A German national has been sentenced by a federal judge for enticing and abusing a minor in New York after repeated travel from Germany. Authorities say swift action prevented further harm as law enforcement continues efforts against child exploitation.


Klobuchar addresses Senate hearing on boosting domestic use of U.S. agricultural products

Senator Amy Klobuchar spoke at a Senate Agriculture Committee hearing about increasing domestic use of U.S.-grown crops. She called for bipartisan solutions including expanded market opportunities for farmers amid economic challenges.


Tyjuan Bazemore charged in fatal shooting of former girlfriend in Washington, D.C.

Tyjuan Bazemore has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder while armed after allegedly shooting his former girlfriend Nyesha Tranae Walden-Hatcher in Washington, D.C. Authorities say he fled to Connecticut before being apprehended and extradited back to face charges.


Maryland woman sentenced to 30 months for laundering funds from fraud schemes

A Gaithersburg woman has been sentenced to federal prison for laundering millions from fraud schemes targeting multiple victims. Authorities say she created fake businesses and bank accounts using false identities as part of a larger criminal operation involving international co-conspirators.


Federal charges filed against Hobbs-based drug trafficking network supplied by Mexican national

Federal authorities have charged several individuals with running a drug trafficking network supplying Hobbs with methamphetamine and fentanyl. The case involves previously deported Mexican nationals as well as local distributors using armed associates for distribution. Officials say this prosecution is part of broader efforts targeting organized crime.


Michigan man sentenced to probation for role in cocaine trafficking conspiracy

A Michigan man has been sentenced to three years' probation for his role in a cocaine trafficking conspiracy spanning Detroit and New Castle. The case is part of a broader federal initiative targeting organized crime groups.


Former restauranteur sentenced to 30 months in prison for defrauding elderly victim

Richard Dale Radcliffe was sentenced in Seattle federal court for defrauding an elderly woman out of more than half a million dollars through wire fraud and tax crimes. Authorities say he exploited his relationship with the vulnerable widow before being caught through coordinated investigations.


Heinrich, Huffman, Markey lead lawmakers in opposing Arctic National Wildlife Refuge lease sales

Senator Martin Heinrich joined other lawmakers in sending a letter opposing new oil lease sales in Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. The group argues there is little industry interest or financial benefit from drilling there. They call for careful consideration of environmental impacts before moving forward.


National Farmers Union finalizes 2026 policy priorities at anniversary convention in New Orleans

National Farmers Union wrapped up its annual convention in New Orleans after setting new policy priorities for 2026. Over 500 attendees discussed key agricultural issues while launching new programs for young farmers. The group will reconvene next year in San Antonio.


U.S. Attorney's Office reports over $900 million in settlements and $70 million collected in 2025

The U.S. Attorney's Office for Massachusetts reported record collections exceeding $900 million from settlements during Fiscal Year 2025, including major cases against Raytheon Company and Teva Pharmaceuticals. Over $70 million was collected through other legal actions.


CBP reports Houston gang arrest and Arizona emergency response on March 10

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) issued several updates on March 10, including news of an arrest linked to gang activity in Houston and an emergency response by agents after an accident in Arizona.


Guatemalan citizen pleads guilty to illegal reentry after prior conviction for attempted rape

A Guatemalan man pled guilty to illegally reentering the U.S., following his prior removal after an attempted rape conviction involving a minor. Authorities say he now faces up to 20 years in prison at sentencing scheduled for July.


Bridgeport man sentenced to five years in prison for fentanyl trafficking

Angel Echevarria of Bridgeport has been sentenced to five years in federal prison for distributing fentanyl following an investigation by local and federal authorities. The case involved multiple controlled purchases and cooperation among several law enforcement agencies.


Zuni man pleads guilty to voluntary manslaughter in shooting death

Glendon Laate of Zuni Pueblo pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter for a fatal shooting in December 2024. He faces up to 15 years in prison according to federal prosecutors.