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Fayetteville man sentenced for attempted production of child pornography

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A Fayetteville man, John Steven Wallace, has been sentenced to 188 months in federal prison for the attempted production of child pornography.

California Attorney General investigates price gouging amid state emergency

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California Attorney General Rob Bonta has announced that the Department of Justice (DOJ) is actively investigating price gouging incidents in Los Angeles County.

Five charged with armed home invasion; families terrorized

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The United States Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York, along with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), announced charges against five individuals involved in a violent home invasion robbery in Orange County, New York.

Former Fresno County resident charged with managing real estate fraud scheme from prison

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Seth Adam Depiano, a former resident of Clovis, California, appeared in court following an indictment on charges including conspiracy to commit wire fraud, wire fraud, money laundering conspiracy, and aggravated identity theft.

Colombian leaders plead guilty in major U.S.-bound cocaine smuggling operation

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United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg has announced that Jorge Hernan Gonzalez-Ortiz and Carlos Andres Aldana-Gil, both from Colombia, have pleaded guilty to conspiracy to import cocaine into the United States.

Erie County home care owner charged with Medicaid fraud

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Attorney General Michelle Henry has announced charges against Tina Bell, the owner and manager of Superior Health, Inc., a home care agency in Erie County.

James urges Supreme Court to support broadband funding for rural communities

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New York Attorney General Letitia James has called on the Supreme Court to maintain a funding initiative crucial for broadband access in rural areas.

Farmington man sentenced to 25 years for murder on Navajo Nation

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A Farmington man has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for a fatal shooting incident that occurred in 2021 on the Navajo Nation.

Justice Department sues Fayette County over alleged voting rights violation

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The U.S. Department of Justice has initiated legal action against Fayette County, Tennessee, accusing the county's Board of Commissioners of violating Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act.

St. Louis man pleads guilty to multiple violent crimes

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A St. Louis man has confessed to several violent crimes, including a carjacking in 2018 and a shooting in 2021.

Coalition urges U.S. Senate to oppose controversial Laken Riley Act

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Attorney General Kwame Raoul has joined a coalition urging the U.S. Senate to reject the Laken Riley Act, also known as S.5.

North Dakota Supreme Court justices judge 'We The People' state finals

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Current and former North Dakota Supreme Court Justices, along with court staff, attorneys, professors, and community members participated as judges on January 15 for the We the People: The Citizen and the Constitution State Finals Challenge.

Thomas John Van Osdel remembered for dedication to family and community

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Thomas John Van Osdel, a respected member of the Fargo community, passed away at the age of 84.

Sacaton man receives 15-year sentence for voluntary manslaughter

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Tyshon Andrew Redcloud Norris, a 23-year-old from Sacaton, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison by United States District Judge Susan M. Brnovich.

Houston man sentenced for firearm possession after pointing gun at police

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A Houston resident, Tomas Rodriguez, has been sentenced to 90 months in federal prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm.

Phoenix man convicted for luring minor in undercover police operation

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Attorney General Kris Mayes has announced the conviction of William Schlicher by a Maricopa County jury on January 9, 2025.

BVI man sentenced for illegal alien smuggling

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United States Attorney Delia L. Smith announced that Danny Dennevil, also known as Danny Dorcine-Turnbull, has been sentenced to 92 days in prison.

Attorney General highlights human trafficking awareness during Detroit Auto Show

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With the Detroit Auto Show underway, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is emphasizing the importance of recognizing signs of human trafficking.

Des Moines man receives lengthy sentence for fatal fentanyl distribution

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A Des Moines resident has been sentenced to 17 years in federal prison for distributing fentanyl, which resulted in the death of a one-year-old child.

Settlement reached over ADA violations at Starion Sports Complex

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The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of North Dakota has reached a settlement with Mandan Parks and Recreation concerning the Starion Sports Complex.