News from 2025
Lawsuit challenges Trump Administration’s decision to reduce AmeriCorps workforce
Attorney General Kathy Jennings announced Delaware will co-lead a coalition of 24 states and the District of Columbia in a legal challenge against the Trump Administration’s decision to dismantle AmeriCorps.
Tonawanda man sentenced to 25 years for child pornography production
U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo has announced that Michael E. Swain, a resident of Tonawanda, NY, has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for his involvement in producing child pornography.
New Paltz man charged in alleged online sexual exploitation of Maryland minor
Max Fishkind, a 24-year-old resident of New Paltz, New York, faces charges related to the online sexual exploitation of a minor.
Buffalo man sentenced to 20 years for sex trafficking minors
Steven Gonzalez, also known as Steven Hernandez, Steve, Stevie, and Unc, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for sex trafficking by coercion.
Buckeye Institute supports House Bill 15 for reliable energy in Ohio
On April 29, 2025, The Buckeye Institute submitted written testimony to the Ohio Senate Energy Committee in Columbus, advocating for the policies of Ohio House Bill 15.
Upshur County man faces firearm charge after shooting incident
John Felix Cathell III, a 55-year-old resident of French Creek, West Virginia, has pleaded guilty to unlawfully possessing a firearm, as announced in Elkins, West Virginia.
Ken Paxton praises Donald Trump’s leadership in first 100 days
Attorney General Ken Paxton recently commented on the first 100 days of President Donald Trump's administration.
Billings man sentenced to nearly 5 years for methamphetamine distribution
A Billings man, Ryder Lyle Allard, has received a 57-month prison sentence followed by four years of supervised release.
Southeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court to hold graduation ceremony on May 13
The Southeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court will celebrate its graduation on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. at the Nemaha County District Courtroom in Auburn, NE.
Maryland resident indicted for firearm possession amid 'Make D.C. Safe Again' initiative
Christopher Forbes, a 30-year-old resident of Suitland, Maryland, has been indicted on federal firearms charges.
Cleveland man sentenced to 71 months for fentanyl trafficking in West Virginia
Antonio D. Moncrief, a 35-year-old resident of Cleveland, Ohio, has received a prison sentence of 71 months for trafficking fentanyl in Ohio County, West Virginia.
Merced County methamphetamine supplier sentenced to over two decades in prison
Raul Zamudio Hurtado, a 42-year-old resident of Oakdale, was sentenced to 22 and a half years in prison by U.S. District Judge Jennifer L. Thurston, as announced by Acting U.S. Attorney Michele Beckwith.
AG Nessel files lawsuit against Roku over children's data privacy violations
Today, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel initiated legal action against Roku, Inc. in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan.
Southeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court graduation ceremony announced for May 12, 2025
The Southeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court is set to host a graduation and celebration ceremony to honor its program graduates.
Springfield students celebrated in 'Do the Write Thing' anti-violence initiative
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has collaborated with Springfield for five years as part of the Do the Write Thing Initiative.
Phoenix man sentenced for construction site and home burglaries
Attorney General Kris Mayes announced the sentencing of Sergio Lino Sandoval for multiple burglaries in Phoenix.
Florida man pleads guilty to federal mail and wire fraud charges
A Florida resident has entered a guilty plea in a federal court regarding charges of mail and wire fraud, as announced by Acting United States Attorney Troy Rivetti.
Solano County man sentenced to 7 years for firearm possession
Jeremiah Malik Jefferson, a 27-year-old resident of Benicia, was sentenced to seven years in federal prison following his second conviction for being a felon in possession of a firearm.
USD volleyball team joins campaign for fentanyl awareness on social media
The University of San Diego women's volleyball team has partnered with the U.S. Attorney's Office, San Diego City Attorney's Office, and the Olé Foundation to launch a social media campaign aimed at promoting fentanyl awareness and overdose...
North Carolina's Attorney General sues AmeriCorps to restore halted recovery grants
Today, Attorney General Jeff Jackson initiated legal proceedings against AmeriCorps.