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State attorneys general sue Trump administration for halting NIH medical research grants
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and a coalition of 16 attorneys general have filed a lawsuit against the Trump Administration, the Department of Health and Human Services, and the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Mexican man pleads guilty in smuggling case leading to death
A Mexican national has pleaded guilty to involvement in an alien smuggling operation that resulted in a death, according to an announcement made by U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei.
Attorney General Mayes and Secretary Fontes challenge Trump administration over executive order
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes and Secretary of State Adrian Fontes have aligned with a coalition of 19 states to file a lawsuit challenging President Donald J. Trump, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi, and other Trump Administration officials.
Warning issued for jury duty scam in central South Dakota
The South Dakota Unified Judicial System (UJS) has issued a warning about a jury duty scam affecting residents in central South Dakota.
Men convicted of distributing methamphetamine in South Dakota
United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell announced that a federal jury has convicted Christopher Spider, also known as "House," from South Dakota, and Lance Brunsting from Colorado, of conspiring to distribute methamphetamine across South Dakota,...
Attorney General Uthmeier secures 25-year sentence for possession of child abuse materials
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Attorney General James Uthmeier's Office of Statewide Prosecution has achieved a legal victory by securing a 25-year prison sentence for Lucus Figueroa, a predator charged with 22 counts of possessing child sexual abuse material...
Cold case murder in Indian Country results in life imprisonment for Ernest Pheasant
Ernest D. Pheasant, Sr., a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, was sentenced to life imprisonment for the 2013 murder of Marie Walkingstick Pheasant.
Hawaii man sentenced for drug-related death of U.S. Marine
Rayshaun Ducos, a 27-year-old resident of Honolulu, has been sentenced to 12 years in federal prison for drug trafficking and firearms charges.
Montana Highway Patrol incident involves deceased suspect with explosives warrant
Two Montana Highway Patrol troopers were involved in a critical incident on Thursday afternoon near Big Timber.
Former vice chairman of Smyth County School Board admits to child exploitation
Todd Stewart Williams, the former Vice Chairman of the Smyth County School Board, has pleaded guilty to producing child pornography involving at least six minor male victims.
Federal jury convicts woman for illegal firearm possession in New Hampshire
After a three-day trial, a federal jury has convicted Michelle Stewart, 53, of Webster, for illegal possession of firearms.
The Buckeye Institute comments on Ohio's budget bill, highlighting Medicaid changes and education proposals
Columbus, OH – The Buckeye Institute provided testimony on Thursday before the Ohio House Finance Committee concerning Ohio Substitute House Bill 96, which is the state's biennial budget.
Fentanyl seizure in Sandy Springs leads to federal drug charges
Antwuan Brown, a resident of Alpharetta, Georgia, appeared before United States Magistrate Judge Linda T. Walker on charges of possession with the intent to distribute fentanyl.
Coalition of attorneys general sues Trump administration over voting restrictions
Attorney General Keith Ellison has joined a coalition of 19 attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against President Donald J. Trump and other members of his administration.
Fairbanks man pleads guilty to fentanyl distribution that led to overdose
A Fairbanks man, Edward Ginnis, has confessed to distributing fentanyl causing a fatal overdose.
Atlanta man sentenced to over 12 years for defrauding former NBA players
Calvin Darden Jr., an Atlanta resident, has been sentenced to 151 months in prison following his conviction on charges of wire and bank fraud, conspiracy to commit fraud, and money laundering.
Fresno County resident indicted on multiple federal gun and drug charges
A federal grand jury has returned a superseding indictment against David Joseph Yama, 41, of Reedley, California, according to Acting U.S. Attorney Michele Beckwith.
Maryland bank teller admits to $250,000 theft through fraud scheme
Today, Mountee Brown, a 27-year-old former bank teller from Clinton, Maryland, pleaded guilty to charges of bank fraud and aggravated identity theft.
New Hampshire man indicted for allegedly shooting at federal officer
A New Hampshire resident, Douglas Reynolds, 37, has been indicted for allegedly using a firearm to assault a federal officer and firing the weapon during the incident, as announced by the United States Attorney for the District of Vermont.
Kansas man sentenced in child exploitation case linked to broader conspiracy
A Kansas man, Taylor Mullen, has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for his involvement in manufacturing child sexual abuse materials.