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Buffalo man pleads guilty to mail fraud, defrauding over 500 victims
Nicholas Janes, 26, from Buffalo, New York, has pleaded guilty to mail fraud before U.S. District Judge John L. Sinatra, Jr.
Former nurse practitioner resolves False Claims Act allegations with $50,000 settlement
Acting U.S. Attorney Shannon T. Hanson announced a settlement involving Jordona Ndon, a former nurse practitioner.
Federal lawsuit challenges Maine DOE on Title IX compliance
The Attorney General of Maine, Aaron M. Frey, responded to a federal lawsuit initiated by the Trump administration against the Maine Department of Education regarding Title IX.
Woman sentenced for illegally purchasing guns for boyfriend
A woman from Palos Hills, Illinois, Daniella Maldonado-Paraday, was sentenced to 18 months in federal prison following her guilty plea in December 2024 to making a false statement during the purchase of a firearm.
Bridport teenager pleads not guilty to second-degree murder in father's death
Stephen Nuciolo Jr., an 18-year-old resident from Bridport, Vermont, has entered a plea of not guilty to a charge of second-degree murder.
Michigan authorities urge caution over toll scam in West Michigan
Michigan authorities are warning residents in West Michigan about a toll scam involving deceptive text messages.
Coalition of attorneys general opposes SSA staffing cuts
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is part of a group of 21 attorneys general opposing the Trump Administration's plan to reduce staff at the Social Security Administration (SSA).
Three plead guilty to PPP loan fraud in Nampa area
Miguel Vittorio, Yessenia Casillas, and Luis Vasquez have admitted guilt to bank fraud in separate federal cases related to defrauding the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP).
Las Vegas resident sentenced to nine years for role in methamphetamine conspiracy
A Las Vegas resident has been sentenced to nine years in prison for participating in a methamphetamine trafficking conspiracy.
Yuma business owner admits guilt in tax evasion case
Philip Kevin Clark, a resident of Yuma, Arizona, has entered a guilty plea for failing to pay employment taxes.
Kansas woman accused of defrauding COVID-19 relief program of over $100,000
A federal grand jury in Wichita has indicted a Kansas woman for fraudulently acquiring over $100,000 by exploiting a federal program intended to aid individuals impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
U.S. Attorney’s Office honors 22 advocates for victim support in Indiana
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Indiana held a private ceremony on April 10, 2025, to honor 22 members of various law enforcement agencies.
Texas woman convicted of child smuggling in federal court case
A federal jury has convicted a 25-year-old woman from Laredo, Texas, of several offenses related to attempting to smuggle a child into the United States.
Armed fentanyl dealer sentenced to over 13 years in federal prison
Alexander Arellano has been sentenced to federal prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl in the Atlanta area while armed.
Tokio man pleads guilty in child's death and assault charges
Acting United States Attorney Jennifer Klemetsrud Puhl disclosed that Austin Ray Lester, 29, from Tokio, North Dakota, pleaded guilty on April 14, 2025, to charges of involuntary manslaughter, two counts of child neglect, and assault of a child...
Man sentenced for defrauding elderly Missouri resident of $95,000
A Chinese national has been sentenced to 21 months in prison for defrauding a Missouri resident of $95,000. U.S. District Judge John A. Ross delivered the sentence to 28-year-old Dongyi Guo, who was also ordered to repay the money.
Canastota man sentenced to 5 years for drug and firearm offenses
Andrew Snyder, a 46-year-old resident of Canastota, New York, has received a 60-month federal prison sentence.
Scott Township lawyer sentenced to 151 months for methamphetamine trafficking
A Scott Township resident, James France, has been sentenced to 151 months in federal prison for distributing over 50 grams of methamphetamine.
Great Falls woman sentenced to 20 years in methamphetamine distribution case
A Great Falls woman involved in methamphetamine distribution has been sentenced to 20 years in federal prison.
Hearing set for county court judge vacancy due to Judge Steenburg's retirement
The Judicial Nominating Commission for County Court in Nebraska's Eleventh Judicial District is set to conduct a public hearing on June 3, 2025.