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Attorney General announces four regional Officers of the Year
In Oklahoma City, Attorney General Gentner Drummond has announced the winners of the inaugural Attorney General’s Outstanding Officer of the Year Award.
Gundersen settles air pollution case with $160K payment
Attorney General Josh Kaul has announced a settlement with Gundersen Lutheran Administrative Services, Inc. for $160,000.
Wilmington man convicted for murder of former partner Cynthia Amalfitano
A Wilmington man has been found guilty in the 2023 murder of Cynthia Amalfitano.
Former Delaware advisor suspended for accessing ex-clients' accounts
Attorney General Kathy Jennings has secured a six-month suspension for a former Delaware investment adviser who accessed the financial account information of former clients while unregistered.
John Hovey remembered for dedication to law and community service
John Donald Hovey, a long-time resident of New Rockford, North Dakota, passed away on November 8, 2024, at the age of 86.
Kroger settles $1.37 billion lawsuit over role in opioid crisis
Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings, along with a bipartisan group of thirty state attorneys general, has announced the finalization of a $1.37 billion settlement with Kroger.
Lawsuit filed against UnitedHealth-Amedisys merger over senior care concerns
New York Attorney General Letitia James, along with three other attorneys general and the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), has filed a lawsuit against UnitedHealth Group and Amedisys, Inc. The legal action aims to block UnitedHealth's acquisition...
Portland woman convicted in million-dollar investment fraud scheme
On November 4, 2024, a Cumberland County jury found Jody Flynn Dalvet of Portland guilty of theft by deception.
Federal Bureau officer faces charges for alleged civil rights violations
A lieutenant from the Federal Bureau of Prisons at U.S. Penitentiary McCreary in Pine Knot, Kentucky, has been indicted by a federal grand jury for civil rights violations.
Child predator sentenced to 16 years after manipulation and exploitation case
Attorney General Ashley Moody's Office of Statewide Prosecution has secured a 16-year prison sentence for James Bechtold, who was charged with possessing and soliciting child pornography as well as the online solicitation of minors.
Justice Department files lawsuit against UnitedHealth’s acquisition bid for Amedisys
The United States Department of Justice, in collaboration with the Attorneys General from Maryland, Illinois, New Jersey, and New York, has filed a civil antitrust lawsuit to prevent UnitedHealth Group's proposed $3.3 billion acquisition of...
Attorney General warns New Yorkers about health insurance scams during ACA open enrollment
New York Attorney General Letitia James has issued a warning to residents about potential health insurance scams as the open enrollment period for Affordable Care Act plans begins.
Wisconsin DOJ releases annual report highlighting increase in student safety tips
The Wisconsin Department of Justice's Office of School Safety (OSS) has published its 2023-2024 annual report for the Speak Up, Speak Out (SUSO) program.
Former police officer David Veile becomes judge after years of persistence
21st District Circuit Court Judge David Veile was elected to the bench on August 1, 2024, succeeding retired Judge Michael Binkley.
Illinois launches first statewide conviction integrity unit
Attorney General Kwame Raoul has announced the formation of a Conviction Integrity Unit (CIU) within the Attorney General’s office.
Grand Traverse commissioner pleads guilty to prostitution-related charge
Grand Traverse County Commissioner Brad Jewett has pleaded guilty to engaging the services of prostitution, a misdemeanor offense carrying a potential 93-day jail sentence.
Governor receives nominees for 4th Judicial District vacancy
The Trial Court Vacancy Commission convened in Sevierville, Tennessee, to choose candidates for a circuit court judge position in the 4th Judicial District.
Safe2Tell sees record-breaking year with over 28k student safety reports
A recent report from Safe2Tell, a violence intervention and prevention program in Colorado, revealed a record number of reports for the 2023-2024 school year.
Nebraska AG files lawsuit against influencer over deceptive e-commerce schemes
Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers has initiated legal action against social media influencer Elizabeth "Liz" Friesen and WiFi Money, a Florida-based company.
Aurora man sentenced for role in suburban drug trafficking
Attorney General Kwame Raoul announced that David Stewart, a resident of Aurora, Illinois, has pleaded guilty to the unlawful delivery of a controlled substance.