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Federal court blocks Trump Administration's federal funding freeze amid ongoing litigation
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has secured a preliminary injunction from the U.S. District Court for the District of Rhode Island, halting a federal funding freeze initiated by the Trump Administration.
Billings man receives decade-long sentence for child pornography charges
A Billings resident has been sentenced to a decade in prison for possession and distribution of child pornography, followed by 15 years of supervised release.
Lawsuit filed against Trump Administration over termination of teacher preparation grants
Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell has joined forces with a coalition of attorneys general to file a lawsuit against the Trump Administration.
Louisville man indicted for illegal firearm possession and drug distribution
A federal grand jury in Louisville has indicted Joseph Abbott, a 39-year-old local resident, on charges of illegal firearm possession and intent to distribute heroin and methamphetamine.
Nationwide injunction halts Trump's defunding of medical research
Attorney General Aaron M. Frey, along with a coalition of 21 other attorneys general, has successfully secured a nationwide preliminary injunction in the case of Massachusetts v. NIH.
Peoria men sentenced for drug trafficking involving over 100 kg marijuana
Kelvin Eugene Patterson, Jr., 39, of Peoria, Illinois, received a twelve-year prison sentence on March 4, 2025.
Pittsburgh man sentenced for large-scale drug trafficking and firearm offenses
A Pittsburgh resident, Dante Webb, has been sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for drug trafficking and firearms violations.
DC woman indicted for unpaid marijuana dispensary taxes totaling $930K
Jennifer Brunenkant, a 68-year-old resident of Washington, DC, has been charged with evading and failing to pay federal income and employment taxes related to her business, Herbal Alternatives II, LLC.
Decatur man sentenced to over five years for child pornography possession
A Decatur, Illinois man, Brian R. Lewis, 46, received a sentence of 63 months in prison on March 4, 2025.
Mexican national sentenced for involvement in smuggling scheme
Porfiria Maribel Ramos Sanchez, a 47-year-old Mexican national, has been sentenced to three years in federal prison for her role in a smuggling and labor trafficking scheme.
New York AG files lawsuit against Trump administration over federal worker terminations
New York Attorney General Letitia James, along with 19 other attorneys general, has initiated legal action against the Trump administration.
Judge freezes accounts amid lawsuit over alleged probate manipulation
In a lawsuit filed in King County Superior Court, the Washington State Attorney General's office accuses seven individuals and their five companies of manipulating the probate system to control hundreds of deceased estates.
Court blocks Trump's order freezing state funds; AG Neronha defends constitutional principles
Attorney General Peter F. Neronha expressed his commitment to defending the Constitution following a recent court decision.
'Political interference' caused easement to be revoked during Dakota Pipeline construction, witness says
BISMARCK, ND (Legal Newsline) - A ranking official from oil and gas producer Energy Transfer said the reversal of U.S. Army Corp of Engineer's crucial easement during Dakota Pipeline construction was "political interference."
Attorney General James leads coalition issuing DEIA guidance for educational institutions
New York Attorney General Letitia James, along with 14 other attorneys general, has issued guidance to educational institutions regarding diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) policies.
Colombian national admits guilt in cocaine trafficking case
Tampa, FL – Acting United States Attorney Sara C. Sweeney has announced that Ciro Ivan Preciado-Marquinez, a 37-year-old Colombian national, has pleaded guilty to charges of conspiring to possess with intent to distribute cocaine on the high seas...
Clackamas County Commissioner indicted on multiple theft charges
Attorney General Dan Rayfield has announced the indictment of Clackamas County Commissioner Melissa Fireside on eight counts of theft, including aggravated theft in the first degree and identity theft.
McAllen man sentenced for enticing minor using communication app
A McAllen resident has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for coercion and enticement of a minor, as announced by U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei.
Alleged MS-13 leader extradited from Guatemala faces racketeering charge
Moises Humberto Rivera-Luna, also known as Viejo Santos, has been extradited from Guatemala to the United States.
Trump administration ends challenge against Idaho’s Defense of Life Act
Attorney General Raúl Labrador has announced that the Trump Administration's Department of Justice will cease pursuing legal action against Idaho's Defense of Life Act.