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Child rapist sentenced to 30 years in Pender County
Attorney General Josh Stein announced on May 28, 2024, that a child rapist in Pender County has been sentenced to 30 years in prison.
Kansas man arrested on federal child pornography charge involving Arkansas minor
LITTLE ROCK – Attorney General Tim Griffin today issued a statement regarding the involvement of his office in the arrest of Marcus Allen Abeyta, 31, of Emporia, Kansas. Abeyta faces one federal count of production of child pornography involving a minor residing in Arkansas.
Attorney General Kaul celebrates two years of sexual assault kit tracking
MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul today marks the second anniversary of the state's sexual assault kit (SAK) tracking system. Since its launch in May 2022, 3,458 SAKs have been entered into the system, which provides survivors with transparency regarding the status and location of their kits.
Drummond urges Supreme Court to halt blue-state litigation on energy policy
OKLAHOMA CITY (May 28, 2024) – Attorney General Gentner Drummond has requested the U.S. Supreme Court to declare unconstitutional the efforts of California, Connecticut, Minnesota, New Jersey, and Rhode Island to influence American energy policy. These five states have initiated litigation against major energy companies in the nation, seeking billions of dollars in damages. As these cases proceed in state courts, there is a potential for significant penalties and remedies that could impact energy and fuel consumption and production nationwide.
Sinaloa cartel leader extradited to US faces multiple serious charges
Alleged Sinaloa Cartel leader and lead assassin, Néstor Isidro Pérez Salas, also known as El Nini, 32, was extradited from Mexico to the United States on May 25 to face charges contained in two indictments.
U.S. District Court announces naturalization ceremonies in Bismarck
The United States District Court for the District of North Dakota has announced two ceremonies for the naturalization of new citizens. These events will take place in Bismarck on Friday, June 14, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. in Courtroom 2 at the William L. Guy Federal Building, located at 220 East Rosser Avenue.
Two charged with organized retail theft across four Florida counties
Attorney General Moody Charges Duo with Organized Retail Theft for Stealing Up to $20,000 in Merchandise in Four County Crime Spree
Dorothy Howard remembered for dedication to family and community
Dorothy Howard, a dedicated servant to her family and community, passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 15, 2024, in Eagan, MN. Born in Killdeer, ND in 1948, Dorothy met her husband, John Howard, while attending college in Bismarck. Their journey then led them to Fargo, North Dakota, where she raised two children and served for over 30 years at the Cass County Courthouse, most of that time in the elected position of Clerk of Court.
The Buckeye Institute appeals against D.C.'s pandemic-era emergency orders
On Friday, The Buckeye Institute filed its appeal and a request for oral arguments in Flannery v. D.C. Department of Health with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia. The Buckeye Institute’s client, Eric Flannery, is challenging D.C. Council’s and Mayor Muriel Bowser’s pandemic-era emergency acts and orders, which led to the closure of The Big Board, a neighborhood bar and grill owned by Mr. Flannery.
Wilmington man pleads guilty in cold case murder
A Wilmington man has been convicted in a nearly four-year-long cold case. On May 15, Dashawn Daley, 29, of Wilmington pleaded guilty to Murder 2nd Degree and Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony. This conviction follows an investigation into the fatal 2019 shooting of then 29-year-old Hakeem Smalls.
Vermont Judicial Bureau Waiver Penalty Panel announces public hearing on July 3
The Vermont Judicial Bureau Waiver Penalty Panel will hold a public hearing on July 3, 2024, at the Judicial Bureau located at 82 Railroad Row, White River Junction. The session is scheduled to begin at 8:30 a.m., and participation via Webex is also available.
Remembering attorney LaRoy Baird: A lifetime dedicated to community service
LaRoy Baird, 75, passed away on May 21, 2024, at his home following a recent cancer diagnosis. A memorial gathering will be held at a later date with further information to be announced.
Wisconsin DOJ investigates officer-involved shooting in Eau Claire
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is investigating an officer-involved shooting in the City of Eau Claire that occurred on the evening of Friday, May 24, 2024.
Wisconsin leads nation in spring drug take back event
The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that Wisconsin ranked first in the nation for the most prescription medications collected during the spring 2024 Drug Take Back event. A correction to the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) data revealed that Wisconsin collected a total of 55,122 pounds of unwanted medications, surpassing previous reports which placed the state second.
Thomas Richard Olson passes away at 71
Thomas "Tom" Olson, 71, of Fargo, North Dakota, passed away on Friday, May 24, 2024, at Sanford Medical Center in Fargo.
Jackson Lewis Immigration Group Leaders Named Among Lawdragon's 100 Leading Immigration Lawyers
Nationwide employment law firm Jackson Lewis P.C. is pleased to announce Principals and Immigration group Co-Leaders Michael H. Neifach, Otieno M. Ombok and Amy L. Peck have been recognized in Lawdragon’s 2024 100 Leading Immigration Lawyers guide.
Josh Blades, Dave Stewart and Derek Trotter Named to Yellowhammer’s ‘Power & Influence 50’ for 2024
Bradley’s Josh Blades, Dave Stewart and Derek Trotter, all senior advisors in the firm’s Governmental Affairs and Economic Development practice groups, have been named to the “2024 Power & Influence 50” list by Yellowhammer News.
Dykema - Finalist for Zywave Cyber Law Firm of the Year
With the 11th annual Zywave Cyber Risk Awards gala on the horizon, Dykema, a leading national law firm nominated as a finalist for the Cyber Law Firm of the Year Award, looks forward to the collegial, annual dinner event as well as the continued collaboration with Zywave and the industry carriers and brokers within the cyber insurance community.
NGE Attends the ACI Advanced Summit on Life Sciences Patents Conference
NGE attorneys Tom Campbell, Bruce Fox and Mike Harlin will attend the American Conference Institute’s (ACI) Advanced Summit on Life Sciences Patents Conference, which takes place from May 29-30, 2024, in New York, NY.
Lowry Selected for State Bar of Nevada AI Advisory Group
Michael Lowry (Partner-Las Vegas) has been selected to participate in the State Bar of Nevada's AI Advisory Group.