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Monday, April 21, 2025

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Parkersburg man sentenced for drug conspiracy in Charleston

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Anthony Michael Mowery, a resident of Parkersburg, received a nine-year prison sentence for his involvement in a methamphetamine trafficking organization in Charleston, West Virginia.

Maryland subcontractor pleads guilty to bribery and fraud charges

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A Maryland man, Christopher Brackins, pled guilty to bribery conspiracy involving a U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) official, wire fraud, and possession of a machine gun with an obliterated serial number.

Detroit man pleads guilty to drug trafficking in Huntington, faces lengthy sentence

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Mark Lawrence Lowe, known as "Cell," 24, from Detroit, Michigan, has entered a guilty plea for his involvement in an organization trafficking methamphetamine and fentanyl in Huntington, West Virginia.

Detroit man receives prison sentence for federal drug crime

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Joe Dante Townsend, a 32-year-old from Detroit, Michigan, has been sentenced to three years and ten months in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute cocaine, followed by three years of supervised release.

Texas attorney general moves to protect 23andMe users' privacy in bankruptcy

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Attorney General Ken Paxton has taken legal action in the bankruptcy case of 23andMe by filing a motion to appoint a Consumer Privacy Ombudsman.

Walgreens settles for $300M over opioid prescriptions and false claims

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Today, the Justice Department, alongside the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (HHS-OIG), announced a $300 million settlement with Walgreens Boots Alliance, Walgreen Co.,...

Huntington resident admits to federal gun crime, faces sentencing in July

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Khali Marquise Barnes, a 25-year-old from Huntington, West Virginia, has admitted guilt in a federal firearms case.

Liberty Justice Center challenges "Liberation Day" tariffs in court

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On April 18, 2025, the Liberty Justice Center filed for a temporary restraining order and motion for a preliminary injunction to halt the "Liberation Day" tariffs.

Windsor court updates operations amid renovation, water event closures

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In response to a water event on April 18, 2025, at the 55 Railroad Way location in White River Junction, renovations have been underway.

Lawsuit filed against Illinois officials over prolonged vehicle seizure

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On April 14, 2025, the Liberty Justice Center initiated legal action against the Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office and the Winnebago County State’s Attorney.

Liberty Justice Center files amicus brief in the Olivier v. City of Brandon case

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The Liberty Justice Center has submitted an amicus brief to the U.S. Supreme Court supporting Gabriel Olivier, a resident of Mississippi, in his legal battle against a city ordinance that limits free speech.

Liberty Justice Center challenges "Liberation Day" tariffs in court

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The Liberty Justice Center has initiated legal actions against the Trump Administration over the imposition of "Liberation Day" tariffs, challenging the authority to implement these tariffs without congressional consent.

Mexican national indicted for allegedly bringing immigrants across U.S.-Canada border

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A Mexican man has been indicted for allegedly bringing unauthorized immigrants into the United States.

Queens man sentenced in firearm and drug case

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A resident of Queens, New York, Anthony Phelps, has been sentenced to 57 months in prison for charges related to firearms and illegal drugs.

Guatemalan man indicted for alleged child smuggling and fraudulent sponsorship in the US

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On Thursday, a federal grand jury indicted a man on charges related to smuggling an unaccompanied alien child into the United States and submitting false statements to the Office of Refugee Resettlement to obtain custody of the minor.

Ohio unemployment rises despite job growth in March

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Columbus, OH – The Buckeye Institute has provided an analysis of the latest jobs report from the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services, noting a rise in the state's unemployment rate.

North Carolina man sentenced to 135 months for trafficking fentanyl and methamphetamine

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A Sanford resident, Antwan Lopez Clemons, received a sentence of over 11 years in prison in Winston-Salem for trafficking fentanyl and methamphetamine.

Guilty verdict for Mexican national linked to Jalisco Cartel in major drug trafficking case

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A federal jury in Spokane, Washington, has convicted Luis Esquivel-Bolanos, also known as “Colorado,” on multiple drug trafficking and firearms charges.

Kentucky man receives 25-year sentence for methamphetamine trafficking

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A Waynesburg, Kentucky man, Steven Fellmy, aged 46, has been sentenced to 300 months in prison for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine.

Los Angeles man sentenced to 27 months for money laundering conspiracy

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Daniel Hooker, a 36-year-old resident of Los Angeles, has received a 27-month prison sentence from U.S. District Judge Dena Coggins.