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Ohio to lead class-action suit against ZoomInfo over pension fund losses

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Ohio has been appointed as the lead plaintiff in a securities class-action lawsuit against ZoomInfo Technologies Inc. The software company is accused of misleading investors, resulting in $75.9 million in losses for two state pension funds.

Former airline executive sentenced for role in money laundering conspiracy

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Edward Y. Kim, Acting United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, announced that Shukhratjon Mirsaidov and Shukhrat Abdullaev have been sentenced for their involvement in a money laundering scheme.

New York man charged with trafficking fentanyl in Boston area

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A New York City resident has been apprehended and charged with distributing large quantities of fentanyl in the Boston area, allegedly transported from New York.

Ohio falls to 35th in economic freedom ranking

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In the 2024 Economic Freedom of North America report, Ohio's ranking dropped two spots to 35th among all 50 states and Puerto Rico.

OSI concludes no charges against police in Nathan Wood's death

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New York Attorney General Letitia James' Office of Special Investigation (OSI) has released a report on the death of Nathan Wood, who died following an encounter with Johnstown Police Department officers in Fulton County on September 17, 2023.

Attorney General recovers $4 million from Drizly for unpaid worker tips

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New York Attorney General Letitia James has secured a $4 million settlement from Drizly, an alcohol delivery platform owned by Uber, for withholding tips meant for delivery workers.

Bitwise founders sentenced for defrauding investors out of $115 million

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Jake Soberal and Irma Olguin, Jr., founders of Bitwise Industries, have been sentenced to prison for their roles in a $115 million fraud scheme.

Gonzales man charged with defrauding COVID-19 relief program

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A Gonzales, Louisiana man has been charged in connection with a scheme to defraud the COVID-19 Employee Retention Credit (ERC) program.

Redmond man sentenced for identity theft and tax evasion

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A Redmond, Oregon man has been sentenced to 24 months in federal prison for identity theft and evading tax debt payments.

Chicago developer sentenced for role in Washington Federal Bank embezzlement

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A federal judge in Chicago has sentenced Marek Matczuk, a real estate developer from Park Ridge, Illinois, to nearly 13 years in prison for his role in embezzling millions from the failed Washington Federal Bank for Savings.

Camden man pleads guilty to South Philadelphia carjackings

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United States Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero announced that Zamer Williams, a 19-year-old from Camden, New Jersey, has pleaded guilty to charges related to two carjackings in South Philadelphia.

Ken Paxton challenges alleged border wall auctions by Biden Administration

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Attorney General Ken Paxton has initiated legal action in response to claims that the Biden Administration is selling sections of the United States-Mexico border wall.

Charlotte man charged as leader in major fentanyl trafficking operation

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The alleged leader of a fentanyl pill trafficking operation, Rahkim T. Franklin, appeared in federal court today in Charlotte, North Carolina. U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina, Dena J. King, announced the proceedings before...

Hardin man pleads guilty to charges related to promoting prostitution of minor

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A Hardin man has admitted to a prostitution-related offense involving a minor, according to U.S. Attorney Jesse Laslovich.

Billings man admits guilt in stolen firearm case

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A Billings man has admitted to possessing a stolen firearm after breaking into police vehicles, according to U.S. Attorney Jesse Laslovich.

Sioux City man receives over eight years for meth and firearm offenses

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A Sioux City man, Rodney Lamard Hall, II, has been sentenced to 106 months in federal prison for methamphetamine and firearm-related charges.

Boston man receives lengthy sentence for meth distribution

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A Boston man, Vincent Lambert, has been sentenced to 12 years in federal prison for distributing methamphetamine.

Columbus resident pleads guilty in federal court for trafficking firearms

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A Columbus man has pleaded guilty to trafficking firearms, including a machine gun, following an investigation by Project Safe Neighborhoods.

Walsh County Courthouse to celebrate Tammy Henriksen's retirement after 32 years

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The Walsh County Courthouse is set to host a retirement celebration for Tammy Henriksen on December 20th from 2:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. Tammy Henriksen began her career on January 6, 1992, and has served in various capacities over the past 32 years.

Bonta issues guidance on immigrant rights amid federal policy changes

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California Attorney General Rob Bonta has issued two guidances aimed at helping immigrants in the state understand their rights and protections under the law.