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Tuesday, April 22, 2025

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Rehoboth man admits to CDL test fraud and perjury in federal court

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A Rehoboth resident has admitted guilt in a federal court in Boston regarding his involvement in an alleged scheme to alter records by issuing passing grades to four individuals seeking a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) without taking the...

Attorney General Andrew Bailey wins court case over Planned Parenthood's transgender records

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Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced a significant legal triumph as the Missouri Court of Appeals ruled in his favor concerning Planned Parenthood's records on transgender procedures for minors.

Centennial commemoration of the Court of Appeals highlights history and notable jurists

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April 15, 2025, marked a significant milestone for Tennessee's judicial history, commemorating the 100th anniversary of the establishment of the Court of Appeals.

Nessel, 22 AGs oppose proposed changes to ACA, cite impacts on health coverage

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Michigan's Attorney General Dana Nessel, alongside 22 other attorneys general, has formally opposed recent changes proposed to the Affordable Care Act (ACA).

Canada man sentenced for transporting minor for sexual activity

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A man from Saskatchewan, Canada, Quentin Joel Nighttraveller, has been sentenced to 14 years in a federal prison for transporting a minor across borders to engage in criminal sexual activity.

Attorney General James addresses housing discrimination violations in Capital Region

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New York Attorney General Letitia James intervened against Greg and John Karian, owners and managers of 24 rental units in Glenmont, Albany, and Troy, for illegal discriminatory practices against low-income renters.

Wilmington man sentenced to 12-year prison term for distributing child abuse material

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Joseph Lee Barnes, a 35-year-old from Wilmington, N.C., received a sentence of 151 months in prison for distributing child sexual abuse material (CSAM).

Colombian national indicted for assaulting ICE officer in New Jersey

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A Colombian national has been indicted for assaulting a U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) deportation officer, U.S. Attorney Alina Habba announced.

Carnegie resident faces federal indictment on tax-related charges

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A Carnegie, Pennsylvania resident has been indicted in Pittsburgh by a federal grand jury on charges related to tax evasion and failure to file tax returns, as revealed by Acting United States Attorney Troy Rivetti.

Vari agrees to $1.1 million settlement over false claims act allegations

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Varidesk, LLC and Vari Sales Corporation, operating as VARI, have agreed to a financial settlement of $1.1 million.

Meridian residents plead guilty in cocaine distribution conspiracy case

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A Meridian man and woman have pleaded guilty in a conspiracy case involving the distribution and possession with the intent to distribute cocaine, according to court documents and statements made in court.

Federal gun charges continue under 'Make D.C. Safe Again' initiative

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The U.S. Attorney’s Office has charged 24 individuals with federal firearm offenses as part of the recently initiated 'Make D.C. Safe Again' campaign.

Ellison and coalition urge Congress to ban PBM pharmacy ownership

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Attorney General Keith Ellison has joined a bipartisan coalition of 39 attorneys general to request that Congress prohibit pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) from owning or operating pharmacies.

Bremerton women charged in $620,000 identity theft and bank fraud scheme

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A Bremerton, Washington resident, Heather Marquis, was arraigned in U.S. District Court in Tacoma on charges including conspiracy, bank fraud, wire fraud, and aggravated identity theft, according to Acting U.S. Attorney Teal Luthy Miller.

California Supreme Court Justice Liu named AAPSS fellow for 2025

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California Supreme Court Justice Goodwin H. Liu will be recognized as the 2025 Roger Wilkins Fellow by the American Academy of Political and Social Science (AAPSS) in the upcoming fall season.

Helena real estate agent sentenced for lead disclosure failures at veterans housing

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A Helena real estate agent has been sentenced after admitting to failing to provide necessary lead-based paint disclosures, exposing veterans and their families in Fort Harrison rental housing to significant lead levels.

Bridport resident charged with second-degree murder of father

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Stephen Nuciolo Jr., an 18-year-old resident of Bridport, Vermont, faces a charge of second-degree murder.

Gambian man convicted of 2006 torture charges in Colorado

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A Colorado jury has convicted Michael Sang Correa, a Gambian national, on charges of torture for his involvement in abusive acts against several victims in The Gambia in 2006.

North Platte man receives over 19 years for methamphetamine possession

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Brian Titman, a 46-year-old resident of North Platte, Nebraska, was sentenced to 235 months in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine.

Court vacates CMS rule affecting Texas nursing homes

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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has successfully blocked a Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) rule.