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Long Island man sentenced to life plus decades for violent offenses
A Long Island man has been sentenced for a series of domestic violence incidents.
Buffalo man faces charges for selling fentanyl linked to two fatalities
A Buffalo man, Rashaun Crule, has been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges related to narcotics conspiracy and the distribution of fentanyl leading to two deaths.
Attorney General sues truck makers over alleged electric vehicle conspiracy
Attorney General Hilgers has initiated an antitrust lawsuit against major heavy-duty truck manufacturers, accusing them of conspiring to limit the availability of internal-combustion semi-trucks in favor of electric alternatives.
Justice Department sues Pennsylvania over discriminatory housing codes
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania, in conjunction with the Justice Department, has filed a lawsuit against the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, along with its Department of Labor and Industry and Department of Human...
The Buckeye Institute urges reform of occupational licensing laws in Ohio
As the Ohio Senate Government Oversight Committee reviews Ohio House Bill 238, The Buckeye Institute has released a policy memo urging lawmakers to reduce occupational licensing requirements.
Attorney General Raoul settles $1.8M case with staffing agency over wage-fixing
Attorney General Kwame Raoul has announced a $1.8 million settlement with Metro Staff Inc., resolving allegations of no-poach agreements and wage fixing with two other staffing agencies.
Morrill County Clerk Magistrate retires after six decades of service
Morrill County Clerk Magistrate Linda Hayden has announced her retirement, effective January 2, 2025.
Violence against women tribal consultation highlights collaborative efforts
Director Rosie Hidalgo recently addressed attendees at the 19th Annual Government-to-Government Violence Against Women Tribal Consultation.
Bonta moves for stronger protections in LA juvenile halls after alarming report
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has filed a joint motion with Los Angeles County to amend a court judgment addressing conditions in the county's juvenile halls.
Ohio's SB 275 aims to meet growing energy needs through private investment
The Buckeye Institute presented its testimony before the Ohio Senate Energy and Public Utilities Committee regarding Ohio Senate Bill 275.
West Bridgewater man pleads guilty to child pornography charges
A West Bridgewater man, Juan Levano, 24, has pleaded guilty to charges related to child pornography.
Justice Department sues Kentucky landlord over alleged tenant harassment
The U.S. Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against Adnan Shalash, a rental property manager in Lexington, Kentucky, alleging sexual harassment and retaliation under the Fair Housing Act.
Attorneys general urge Congress to pass Kids Online Safety Act
Attorney General Liz Murrill, alongside Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti and 30 other states, is advocating for the passage of the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) by Congress.
Authorities charge 20 alleged members in Philadelphia-based cocaine trafficking case
Attorney General Michelle Henry, in collaboration with the Pennsylvania State Police and New Jersey State Police, has announced charges against 20 individuals allegedly involved in a cocaine trafficking operation based in Philadelphia.
Idaho attorney general announces arrests related to child exploitation material
Attorney General Raúl Labrador has reported the arrest of three men in Idaho for possession of child sexual exploitation material within a 24-hour period.
Webinar on intellectual disabilities postponed by Vermont Judiciary
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the "Intellectual Disabilities 101" webinar originally planned for November 19, 2024, has been postponed.
California man sentenced for acting as illegal agent for Chinese government
John Chen, a 71-year-old resident of Los Angeles and the People's Republic of China (PRC), has been sentenced to 20 months in prison.
Oklahoma City man receives maximum sentence for child pornography offenses
Michael Rios, a 43-year-old resident of Oklahoma City, has been sentenced to 40 years in federal prison for possession and distribution of child pornography.
AG Nessel warns against rising utility imposter scams ahead of awareness day
Ahead of Utility Scam Awareness Day on November 20, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has reiterated her consumer alert regarding utility imposter scams.
Brazilian man sentenced for illegal reentry into the US
A Brazilian man has been sentenced in a Boston federal court for illegally reentering the United States after being deported.