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Buffalo man pleads guilty to possessing child pornography
U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo has announced that Alexander J. Weidner, a 35-year-old resident of Buffalo, New York, has pleaded guilty to charges related to possession of child pornography involving a prepubescent minor.
Quad Cities man receives lengthy sentence for racketeering and drug charges
A man from the Quad Cities has been sentenced to nearly 20 years in federal prison for his involvement in a racketeering conspiracy and possession of cocaine base.
AG Nessel joins effort supporting veterans' education benefits
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has aligned with 51 other attorneys general to file an amicus brief before the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims.
Man sentenced to 35 years for kidnapping and sexual assault after failed robbery
Ricky McNeil, a 51-year-old resident of Washington, D.C., received a 35-year prison sentence for an attempted robbery in July 2023 that escalated into kidnapping and sexual assault. U.S. Attorney Edward R. Martin, Jr. and Chief Pamela Smith of the...
Luzerne County man receives over ten years for drugs and firearms offenses
Eshawn Harrell, a 31-year-old resident of Hazleton, Pennsylvania, has been sentenced to 130 months in prison for drug trafficking and firearms offenses.
Jamestown woman indicted for drug conspiracy involving heroin and fentanyl
A federal grand jury has indicted Latika Saintkitts, also known as Tika, from Jamestown, New York, on charges of narcotics conspiracy.
Council Bluffs couple sentenced for methamphetamine distribution conspiracy
A Council Bluffs couple has been sentenced to federal prison for their involvement in a methamphetamine distribution conspiracy.
Christopher Reese convicted for fraudulently practicing law without license
Christopher Reese, also known as Christopher Eugene Thomas, was convicted by a jury for defrauding criminal defendants and their families out of significant sums in legal fees.
Illegal alien faces federal charges for drug trafficking and firearm offenses
Raul Bello Rojas, a 43-year-old illegal alien from Mexico, appeared in federal court in Charlotte, North Carolina, to face charges related to cocaine trafficking, unlawful gun possession, and illegal reentry.
Ohio AG sues contractor over alleged homeowner fraud
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has initiated legal action against a company based in Baltimore, Ohio, and its owner, accusing them of defrauding homeowners out of nearly $12,000.
Rapid City man receives over two-year sentence for failing sex offender registration
A man from Rapid City, South Dakota, has been sentenced to two years and nine months in federal prison for failing to register as a sex offender.
Birmingham man admits guilt in drug distribution and firearms case
A Birmingham man has admitted guilt to charges related to firearms and narcotics, as confirmed by U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona and FBI Special Agent in Charge Carlton L. Peeples.
Attorneys general oppose termination of DHS parole pathways for vulnerable immigrants
Attorney General Kwame Raoul of Illinois and Attorney General Letitia James of New York have led a group of 16 attorneys general in submitting an amicus brief.
Coalition supports DHS parole programs amid legal challenge
New York Attorney General Letitia James has taken a significant step by co-leading a coalition of 16 attorneys general in support of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) humanitarian parole programs for vulnerable immigrants.
New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez Announces Victory in Stream Access Case, Reaffirming Right to Recreate in Public Waters
New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez announced a significant legal victory with a favorable ruling from the 4th Judicial District Court.
Clark Hill Successfully Ends Challenge to Georgia Public Service Commission Elections
Atlanta attorneys Bryan Tyson, Bryan Jacoutot, and Diane LaRoss successfully represented Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger in a challenge to the state’s method of electing its Public Service Commission.
Buckeye Institute's Piglet Book suggests over $9 billion in savings for Ohio
The Buckeye Institute has unveiled its 2025 Piglet Book, identifying over $9 billion in potential savings for Ohio taxpayers.
Ada County Man Sent to Prison for Possessing Child Pornography
Attorney General Raúl Labrador has announced that Charles Derrick Bronson, 43, was convicted of one count of Sexual Exploitation of a Child by Possession of Sexually Exploitative Material (Child Pornography).
Attorney General Mayes and Coalition Issue Joint Statement on Continuing Resolution
Attorney General Kris Mayes joined a coalition of seven attorneys general in issuing a joint statement in support of efforts in the U.S. Senate to block a partisan continuing resolution (CR).
Iowa Attorney General’s Office Concludes Black Hawk and Bremer County Deputies Justified in Officer Involved Death
In a report issued , the Iowa Attorney General’s Office has concluded that two Black Hawk County deputies and one Bremer County deputy were legally justified in their use of force on December 15, 2024, that contributed to Willie Earl Washington’s death.