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Illinois man sentenced for opioid diversion from healthcare facility

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A man from Nauvoo, Illinois, has been sentenced for diverting opioids from a healthcare facility where he worked as a pharmacist.

Man sentenced for drug trafficking after traffic stop in stolen vehicle

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A man found with methamphetamine and marijuana in a stolen vehicle has been sentenced to 87 months in prison. U.S. District Judge Stephen N. Limbaugh, Jr. delivered the sentence on Wednesday in Cape Girardeau for the case involving a traffic stop...

Coalition of states sues Trump administration over health funding cuts

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New York Attorney General Letitia James and a coalition of 22 states together with the District of Columbia have initiated legal proceedings against the Trump administration.

Macon resident receives 97-month sentence for 2022 bank robberies

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A Macon resident, Felix Cordes, has been sentenced to 97 months in federal prison followed by five years of supervised release for his involvement in a series of bank robberies, according to a statement released by Acting U.S. Attorney C. Shanelle...

Iranian nationals charged with conspiracy to support IRGC through U.S. technology procurement

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In Brooklyn, federal court officials announced charges against Iranian nationals Hossein Akbari and Reza Amidi, along with the Iran-based Rah Roshd Company, for allegedly conspiring to procure U.S. parts for Iranian drones and providing support to...

Former Illinois police chief admits to corruption charges

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A former police chief from Wayne City has admitted to corruption charges in a federal court.

AG Wilson reminds residents to contact 811 before digging in South Carolina

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Attorney General Alan Wilson is emphasizing the importance of calling 811 before commencing any digging projects, as April marks National Safe Digging Month.

Michigan man pleads guilty to drug charges in West Virginia and Montana

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Jardan Donaldson, a resident of Mount Clemens, Michigan, has pleaded guilty to federal drug crimes in both West Virginia and Montana.

Attorney General James advises New Yorkers on tax scams and free file service use

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New York Attorney General Letitia James has alerted residents to avoid tax preparation scams ahead of Tax Day on April 15.

California legislators introduce bill to curb unfair rental fees

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California Attorney General Rob Bonta, Assemblymember Matt Haney, and a coalition of organizations have introduced Assembly Bill 1248 to address the issue of unfair rental fees affecting tenants.

Justice Department to enhance response to unresolved violent crimes in Indian Country

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The Justice Department has announced an initiative to address unresolved violent crimes in Indian Country, which includes crimes related to missing and murdered indigenous individuals.

Coalition wins injunction against Trump Administration over federal firings

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Attorney General Keith Ellison has achieved a significant legal victory with a preliminary injunction against the Trump Administration over the firing of federal probationary employees.

Attorneys general file lawsuit against HHS over terminated public health grants

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Attorney General Peter F. Neronha, joined by representatives from 22 other states, has initiated a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.

Scamdaddy sentenced for fraudulently obtaining $450,000 from Utah credit unions

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Matthew Acquah, a 24-year-old from Los Angeles, has been sentenced to 36 months in prison for defrauding credit unions in Utah.

Attorney General Marshall Warns: Protect Personal Data and Delete 23andMe Accounts

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Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall issues warning to consumers about protecting personal information by deleting personal accounts following the announcement that genetic testing company, 23andMe, will be filing for bankruptcy.

Attorney General Griffin Joins Senator Cotton in Washington to Support Cellphone Jamming Reform Act

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During a press conference in Washington D.C. , Attorney General Tim Griffin announced his support of the Cell Phone Jamming Reform Act introduced by Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR) and Congressman David Kustoff (R-TN).

Attorney General Rayfield announces "Safeguarding Oregon" forums across the state

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Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield has announced a statewide town hall series titled "Safeguarding Oregon: Federal Oversight Forums," set to launch in April.

Corey Wilson convicted for selling machinegun conversion devices

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On Thursday, March 27, 2025, Corey Wilson, age 20, faced conviction by Senior United States District Judge Barbara M. G. Lynn for possession of an unregistered machinegun, occurring on May 30, 2023, and June 6, 2023.

North Carolina Attorney General files lawsuit against federal health care funding cuts

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Attorney General Jeff Jackson of North Carolina initiated legal action in response to the alleged unlawful removal of $230 million in federal health funding allocated to the state.

Court rules in favor of AG Bailey in Jackson County tax assessment case

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Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey succeeded in a legal case against the Jackson County Tax Assessor, with the court ruling in favor of the state on all counts.