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Espanola man sentenced to 33 months for drug trafficking
A man from Espanola, Jeremy Isaac Lopez, was sentenced to 33 months in federal prison for drug trafficking offenses.
Richard S. Moultrie named acting U.S attorney for Northern District of Georgia
First Assistant U.S. Attorney Richard S. Moultrie, Jr. has assumed the role of Acting U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Georgia, following Ryan K. Buchanan's departure.
Chilean nationals indicted for burglary spree in Southwest Ohio
An investigation by the Southwest Ohio Burglary Task Force has resulted in the arrest and indictment of four Chilean nationals accused of conducting a series of burglaries in affluent neighborhoods.
Former police officer sentenced for child pornography possession
A former New Mexico State Police officer, Sammy Clouthier, has been sentenced to 85 months in federal prison for possession of child pornography.
Pearl River man sentenced for meth possession on Choctaw reservation
A Pearl River resident has been sentenced to two years in prison for possessing methamphetamine with the intent to distribute within the Pearl River Community of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians.
Coalition challenges executive order on birthright citizenship in court
New York Attorney General Letitia James, along with a coalition of 18 states and the City of San Francisco, has filed a lawsuit challenging President Donald Trump's Executive Order aimed at ending birthright citizenship.
Erik Siebert named interim U.S. attorney for Eastern District of Virginia
Erik S. Siebert has assumed the role of Interim United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia (EDVA).
Washington AG responds to Trump's executive orders
Attorney General Nick Brown has issued a statement regarding the recent executive orders signed by President Trump, expressing concern over their potential impact on residents of Washington.
Paxton sues Biden over offshore drilling ban during final hours
Attorney General Ken Paxton has initiated legal action against the Biden Administration, challenging a recent decision on offshore drilling.
Michigan Attorney General reviews Trump's first-day executive orders
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has expressed serious concerns about the executive orders signed by President Trump on his first day in office.
Attorney General James vows legal action against Trump's birthright citizenship order
New York Attorney General Letitia James has responded to President Trump's recent Executive Order aimed at ending birthright citizenship in the United States.
Ken Paxton supports Trump's inauguration as new era begins
Attorney General Ken Paxton has expressed his support for the inauguration of President Donald Trump, marking what he describes as "the beginning of a new era" in America.
U.S. Senate passes Laken Riley Act; Attorney General Drummond praises decision
Attorney General Gentner Drummond has expressed approval following the U.S. Senate's passage of the Laken Riley Act.
Officer-involved death under investigation in Oneida County
The Wisconsin Department of Justice Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is currently investigating an officer-involved death in the Township of Newbold, Oneida County.
Bonta warns against rental bidding wars amid LA wildfires under state law
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has issued a consumer alert to remind landlords that rental bidding wars leading to unlawful price increases are prohibited under the state's price gouging statute, Penal Code section 396.
Utica man sentenced to eight years for drug trafficking and money laundering
Willie Alvarado, Jr., a 34-year-old resident of Utica, New York, has been sentenced to eight years in federal prison.
Orosi utility board directors resign after election defeat
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber have confirmed that three former members of the Orosi Public Utilities District (OPUD) Board of Directors have resigned from their positions.
Nursing facilities chain agrees to $18 million settlement over false COVID-19 loan claims
Torrance-based Unified Care Services LLC, along with its affiliates and owner Emmanual David, has agreed to pay $18 million.
New Bedford man sentenced for stealing over $450K in veterans' disability benefits
A New Bedford resident, Joseph Smith, has been sentenced to 23 months in prison for stealing over $450,000 in disability benefits meant for a veteran of the United States Marine Corps.
Tara M. Lyons appointed Acting U.S. Attorney for Southern District of Georgia
As of January 18, 2025, Tara M. Lyons has been appointed as the Acting U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Georgia.