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Walsh County Courthouse to celebrate Tammy Henriksen's retirement after 32 years
The Walsh County Courthouse is set to host a retirement celebration for Tammy Henriksen on December 20th from 2:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. Tammy Henriksen began her career on January 6, 1992, and has served in various capacities over the past 32 years.
Bonta issues guidance on immigrant rights amid federal policy changes
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has issued two guidances aimed at helping immigrants in the state understand their rights and protections under the law.
Two men convicted in child pornography production case in Spokane
A jury in Spokane, Washington, has found Tony J. Bolen, 43, and Casey Allen Greer, 47, guilty of multiple charges related to child sexual abuse material.
Riverside elder abuse case leads to multiple sentences
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced the sentencing of Ronnel Tiburcio, involved in the neglect and abuse of six severely disabled residents at an unlicensed care facility in Riverside.
Massachusetts authorities dismantle major car theft ring involving $2.6 million worth of vehicles
A significant operation led by the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office, in collaboration with the Massachusetts State Police and Brockton Police Department, resulted in the arrest and arraignment of 12 individuals linked to a high-end car...
LeFlore County resident receives six-month sentence for fentanyl distribution
Jada Marie Ray, a resident of Poteau, Oklahoma, has been sentenced to six months in prison for distributing fentanyl.
Springfield man convicted for financing scheme benefiting ISIS
A federal jury has convicted Mohammed Azharuddin Chhipa, a resident of Springfield, on charges related to providing material support to the Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham (ISIS).
Rensselaer man faces charges for child exploitation and distribution of illegal content
Mark Tremblay, a 34-year-old resident of Rensselaer, New York, has been arrested and charged with the sexual exploitation of a child.
West Virginia man pleads guilty to child pornography charge
Ryan Bobby Schnettler, a 34-year-old resident of Benwood, West Virginia, has confessed to possessing child pornography.
U.S. authorities seize cryptocurrency to compensate email fraud victims
The U.S. Attorney's Office in Seattle has announced the forfeiture of cryptocurrency assets to aid victims of a business email compromise fraud scheme.
Muskogee man receives prison sentence for attempted robbery
Jacob Matthew Staton, a 29-year-old resident of Muskogee, Oklahoma, has been sentenced to 105 months in prison for attempted robbery in Indian Country.
Former deputy sheriff sentenced for sexual battery involving student
A former deputy sheriff from Preble County, Ohio, who served as a school resource officer, has been sentenced to 18 months in prison.
Attorney General Bonta advises on safe holiday donations amid potential scams
California Attorney General Rob Bonta participated in an event with GLIDE in San Francisco to offer guidance on safe charitable donations during the holiday season.
Irish brothers sentenced for defrauding elderly homeowners across multiple states
Two Irish brothers, Patrick and Matthew McDonagh, have been sentenced to 18 months in prison by the U.S. District Court in Seattle for conspiracy to commit wire fraud.
Bristol man pleads guilty to making threats against UConn
Dennis John Hernandez, also known as DJ Hernandez and Jonathan Hernandez, has pleaded guilty to making interstate threats.
Falmouth man admits guilt in tax evasion case
A Falmouth resident, Jeffrey Riddle, has pleaded guilty to tax evasion in the U.S. District Court in Portland.
Man pleads guilty to daylight murder in Southeast Washington
Johnwann Elliott, a 31-year-old resident of Washington, D.C., has pleaded guilty to second-degree murder while armed and attempted assault with a dangerous weapon.
Maryland man indicted for cold case murder from 2005
Michael Wells, a 53-year-old resident of Hyattsville, Maryland, has been arraigned on multiple charges related to a cold case murder from 2005.
Attorney General opens probe into civilian death at Marcy Correctional Facility
The New York Attorney General's Office of Special Investigation (OSI) has initiated an investigation into the death of Robert Brooks.
Louisiana man sentenced to ten years for firearm and drug offenses
U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans has announced the sentencing of Brandon D. Hill, a 32-year-old resident of Boutte, Louisiana, to ten years in prison.