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Tuesday, May 13, 2025

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DEA seizes record-breaking amounts of fentanyl in multi-state operation

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Federal authorities have conducted a major operation resulting in the arrest of 16 individuals and the seizure of substantial quantities of fentanyl, cash, firearms, and vehicles across several states.

Court blocks federal move to cut education funding

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California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced that the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York has granted a preliminary injunction to prevent the federal government from withdrawing access to significant education funding...

Allen woman sentenced for meth distribution conspiracy on Pine Ridge Reservation

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United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell has announced the sentencing of Misty Hornbeck, a 50-year-old woman from Allen, South Dakota. U.S. District Court Judge Karen E. Schreier sentenced Hornbeck to 11 years and three months in federal prison...

Court halts Trump's order to dismantle federal support agencies

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Attorney General Charity Clark has secured a court order to prevent the Trump administration from dismantling three federal agencies that support public libraries, museums, minority-owned businesses, and workers.

Court blocks Trump's cuts affecting schools and libraries

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Today, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced that two preliminary injunctions have been secured against actions by the Trump Administration.

Hackensack tax preparer sentenced to prison for filing false returns

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A Bergen County woman has been sentenced to 36 months in prison for tax evasion and aiding in the preparation of false tax returns, according to an announcement by U.S. Attorney Alina Habba.

Governor Youngkin and AG Miyares investigate Loudoun County Public Schools incident

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Governor Glenn Youngkin and Attorney General Jason Miyares have announced an investigation into Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS) following reports of an incident involving three male students.

Boston man admits guilt in large-scale drug trafficking conspiracy

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A Boston resident has admitted guilt in a federal court in Concord for his role in a significant drug trafficking conspiracy.

Porcupine resident sentenced for involuntary manslaughter and false statements

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A man from Porcupine, South Dakota, has been sentenced to eight years in federal prison for involuntary manslaughter and making false statements. U.S. District Judge Karen E. Schreier handed down the sentence on April 25, 2025.

Shaktoolik man pleads guilty to cyberstalking and exploitation charges

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A Shaktoolik resident, Matthew Jackson, 23, has entered a guilty plea to charges of cyberstalking and sexually exploiting a child for the production of child pornography.

St. Louis man sentenced to nine years for fatal Fourth of July shooting

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U.S. District Judge Sarah E. Pitlyk has sentenced Clayton Pierce Davis, a 39-year-old St. Louis resident, to nine years in prison for his involvement in a fatal shooting incident in 2023.

Nancy Salomone named chief judge of Boulder County's 20th Judicial District

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Colorado Supreme Court Chief Justice Monica M. Márquez has appointed Judge Nancy W. Salomone as the next chief judge of the 20th Judicial District, which encompasses Boulder County.

Attorney General Marshall thanks legislature as speedy trial act heads to governor’s desk

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Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall expressed his appreciation for the Alabama Senate's approval of House Bill 307, which is now awaiting the Governor's signature.

Miami man admits to fraudulently obtaining multiple HELOCs

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A Miami resident has admitted guilt in a scheme involving fraudulent acquisition of multiple home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) using a single property as collateral.

Coalition files lawsuit against Trump Administration over halted wind energy development

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Attorney General Peter F. Neronha has joined a coalition of 18 attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against the Trump Administration.

North Central Problem-Solving Court celebrates graduation ceremony for adult drug court

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The North Central Problem-Solving Court is set to hold a graduation ceremony on May 19, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. in the Holt County Courtroom located at 204 North 4th Street, O’Neill, Nebraska.

Texas man sentenced for federal controlled substances act violations

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Saul Macedo-Rodriguez, a 38-year-old resident of Texas, was sentenced on April 30, 2025, after pleading guilty to charges related to the distribution and possession with intent to distribute cocaine.

Restaurant chain settles false claims act violation for $7.8 million

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CoreLife Eatery, LLC has agreed to pay $7.8 million to settle allegations of violating the False Claims Act by misrepresenting its eligibility for a Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) grant.

Mexican national pleads guilty to illegal use of social security number

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A Mexican national has pleaded guilty to using a social security number illegally to obtain a Louisiana driver's license.

Attorneys general challenge Trump's halt on U.S. wind energy development

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New York Attorney General Letitia James has initiated a legal challenge against the Trump administration's decision to halt new wind energy development across the United States.