News from 2024
America First Legal challenges CISA's role in monitoring COVID-19 narratives
America First Legal (AFL) has released a document obtained through litigation against the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), revealing insights into CISA's monitoring of social media narratives during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mifflintown man indicted on drug trafficking and firearm charges
The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania has announced the indictment of Janssen Rodriguez Velez, a 27-year-old from Mifflintown, on charges related to drug trafficking and firearms.
Minnesota AG secures $300K settlement over worker misclassification
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has reached a settlement with Arise Virtual Solutions, Inc., addressing allegations that the company misclassified its workers as independent contractors.
Postal service supervisor charged with theft and fraud involving stolen checks
A United States Postal Service supervisor has been arrested on charges of bank fraud, following allegations that she stole over $281,000 in checks from the mail.
Charleston man receives prison sentence for federal drug crime
Terrence Jay Mason, a 31-year-old resident of Charleston, West Virginia, has been sentenced to seven years and four months in prison for distributing five grams or more of methamphetamine.
Port Arthur felon sentenced for gun violation
A Port Arthur resident has been sentenced to federal prison for drug trafficking and firearms violations.
Orlando man pleads guilty to cyber crimes against former employer
Orlando, Florida – Michael Scheuer, a 39-year-old resident of Orlando, has pleaded guilty to charges related to cyber intrusions against his former employer.
Catawba man sentenced to ten years for drug trafficking offenses
Antoine Durel Reid, a 39-year-old resident of Catawba, North Carolina, has been sentenced to ten years in prison followed by five years of supervised release for trafficking fentanyl and methamphetamine.
Houston trio sentenced for armed robberies at jewelry store and bank
Three Houston residents have been sentenced to prison for their involvement in armed robberies of commercial businesses, according to an announcement by U.S. Attorney Alamdar S. Hamdani.
Holland & Knight Advises SunEnergy1 on Sale of 510 MW Solar Portfolio to Brookfield
Holland & Knight served as lead counsel to SunEnergy1 in the signing of a purchase and exclusivity agreement with Brookfield (NYSE: BAM), along with institutional partners including its listed affiliate Brookfield Renewable (NYSE: BEP, BEPC), for the acquisition and construction of an initial 510-megawatt (MW) portfolio of utility-scale solar projects in North Carolina and Virginia.
Missouri sex offender admits possession of child pornography
A registered sex offender from St. Francois County, Missouri, has admitted to possessing child sexual abuse material.
Michigan man receives prison sentence for fentanyl distribution
Mannie Lamar Terry, a 37-year-old resident of Ypsilanti, Michigan, has been sentenced to two years and one month in prison.
Attorney General James releases report on Shawn Sheridan's death after police encounter
New York Attorney General Letitia James' Office of Special Investigation (OSI) has released a report regarding the death of Shawn Sheridan, who died on August 10, 2023, following an encounter with law enforcement in Russell, St. Lawrence County.
Pembina County Courthouse to close early on December 20
Pembina County Courthouse will be closed on Friday afternoon, December 20th, at 1:15 P.M. For those needing assistance during this time, the Cavalier County Clerk of Court can be reached at 701-256-2124
Braddock man indicted for assaulting federal court security officer
The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania has announced that Joseph Louis Camino, a 56-year-old resident of Braddock, Pennsylvania, has been indicted by a federal grand jury.
Christopher Green found guilty in racketeering case linked to swim coach's death
Christopher Green, a 38-year-old resident of Washington D.C., has been found guilty of racketeering and other charges related to a 2017 shooting that resulted in the death of a swim coach.
Jacksonville man sentenced to seven years for illegal firearm possession
Senior U.S. District Judge Timothy Corrigan has sentenced Anthony Tyrone Mackey, a 41-year-old resident of Jacksonville, Florida, to seven years in federal prison for possessing firearms as a convicted felon.
Bronx gang member charged with murder in drive-by shooting
Authorities have charged a Bronx gang member, Paul Johnson, also known as "PJ Glizzy," with multiple offenses related to the murder of 18-year-old Jayquan McKenley.
Fort Wayne man found guilty in firearm possession trial
Neon L. Frazier, a 50-year-old resident of Fort Wayne, Indiana, has been convicted of being a felon in possession of a firearm.
Georgia man receives 40-year sentence for armed fentanyl trafficking
A man from Southwest Georgia has been sentenced to 40 years in federal prison for distributing large quantities of fentanyl and other drugs while possessing firearms.