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Home health providers settle self-referral allegations with $702K payment

Medical Services of America, Inc. and Traditional Home Care, Inc., operating as Community Home Health Services, have agreed to pay $702,541.20 to resolve allegations that they violated the Physician Self-Referral Law, also known as the Stark Law.


Stillwater man pleads guilty to receipt of child pornography

Kevin Landry, 28, of Stillwater, New York, pleaded guilty on January 23, 2026, to receiving child pornography.


House Education and Workforce Committee to mark up bills on education and boxing protections

The House Committee on Education and Workforce, led by Chairman Rep. Tim Walberg (R-MI), is scheduled to hold a markup session on Wednesday at 10:15 a.m. The committee will consider three bills focused on charter schools, educational access, and...


Tohono O'odham woman receives 15-year sentence for providing drugs leading to child's death

Stacie Marie Narcho, a 47-year-old resident of Sells, Arizona, was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison and three years of supervised release after pleading guilty to child abuse resulting in death.


U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement reports arrests and removals in Colorado, Minnesota, Louisiana

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detailed three separate incidents on January 26, including arrests of individuals with criminal records in Colorado and Louisiana as well as officer assistance during extreme cold in Minnesota.


Secretary Noem agrees to testify before Senate Judiciary Committee amid criticism

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), who serves as Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued a statement following the announcement that U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is scheduled to testify...


Justice Department seeks revocation of citizenship for former Peruvian army commander

The U.S. Department of Justice and the United States Attorney for the Southern District of Florida have filed a civil denaturalization complaint in federal court against Luis Miguel Fernandez Gaviola, a native of Peru.


Senate Foreign Relations Committee schedules hearings on Venezuela policy and key nominations

This week, the Senate Foreign Relations Committee will hold two key events in Washington.


Biotech CEO sentenced for securities fraud involving COVID-19 drug claims

An Oregon man has been sentenced to federal prison for insider trading related to the development of drugs for COVID-19 and HIV.


North Miami man sentenced to 15 years for kidnapping and firearms offenses

A North Miami man has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison after being convicted of kidnapping and firearm offenses following a violent home invasion.


Senators urge CFPB reconsideration of rules impacting small business anti-discrimination protections

On January 26, Senators Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii), and Cory Booker (D-NJ) sent a letter to Acting Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Russell Vought.


Everett man sentenced for role in large-scale fentanyl distribution ring

A man from Everett, Washington, was sentenced to six years in prison for distributing fentanyl, according to an announcement by U.S. Attorney Charles Neil Floyd.


Senate HELP Committee Republicans create task force targeting federal funding fraud

U.S. Senators from the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee have formed a new task force aimed at addressing fraud in federal spending.


San Fernando Valley rehab center ordered to pay $1.5 million over improper COVID-19 loan

A federal court has ordered JMG Investments Inc., a Woodland Hills-based rehabilitation center, and its owner Jeffrey Schwartz to pay over $1.5 million to the United States for violating the False Claims Act related to COVID-19 business loans.


Billings man convicted of illegal firearm possession after prior felony

A Billings resident, Cody Lloyd Smith, was found guilty of possessing a firearm after a prior felony conviction, according to an announcement from U.S. Attorney Kurt Alme.


Eastern District of Louisiana highlights anti-human trafficking actions during prevention month

The Eastern District of Louisiana is observing National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, joining the Department of Justice (DOJ) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in efforts to combat human trafficking and support victims.


GAO finds gaps in medical oversight at border protection facilities after child’s death

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, along with several colleagues, has released a Government Accountability Office (GAO) report highlighting systemic failures in medical care provided by U.S....


Diane J. Sabatino highlights recent seizures and thanks CBP personnel on International Customs Day

Executive Assistant Commissioner Diane J. Sabatino shared updates on recent agricultural and narcotics seizures conducted by CBP officers between January 25-26, 2026, while also expressing appreciation for customs personnel during International...


Trump administration claims historic increase in average U.S. tax refunds

Millions of Americans are expected to receive larger tax refunds this year as the new tax season begins, following the implementation of President Donald J. Trump’s Working Families Tax Cuts Act.


DHS seeks public’s help locating two sex offenders at large in St. Paul

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has asked the public for help in locating two individuals wanted for serious crimes who are believed to be in St. Paul, Minnesota.