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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.
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.
Repeat felon indicted for alleged possession of ammunition while on probation
A federal indictment has been filed against Charles Washington, Jr., 33, of Washington, D.C., for allegedly being a convicted felon in possession of ammunition.
Birmingham man receives over five-year sentence for carjacking incidents
A Birmingham resident has been sentenced to over five years in prison for carjacking offenses.
Federal grand jury indicts four Chinese nationals for counterfeit access device possession
A federal grand jury in Louisville, Kentucky, has indicted four Chinese nationals on charges of possessing more than fifteen counterfeit and unauthorized access devices.
Federal grand jury announces March 2024-B indictments
United States Attorney Clint Johnson has announced the results of the March Federal Grand Jury 2024-B indictments.
Maryland residents indicted for murder linked to MS-13 gang activity
A federal grand jury has indicted two individuals from Annapolis, Maryland, for murder in aid of racketeering.
New Jersey pain clinic admits to healthcare fraud charges
A New Jersey pain clinic, Pain Specialists, P.A., with locations in Northfield, Vineland, and Cape May Courthouse, has admitted to overbilling insurance companies for services.
North Texas firm settles lawsuit over alleged misuse of Paycheck Protection Program funds
Speed Fab-Crete Corporation, a concrete manufacturer based in Kennedale, Texas, has agreed to pay $1,817,546.25 to settle allegations of violating the False Claims Act.
Former teacher sentenced to two decades for child pornography offenses
U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced the sentencing of Derek Hagen, a former teacher from Batavia, NY, to 20 years in prison on charges related to child pornography.