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U.S. Attorney’s Office honors 22 advocates for victim support in Indiana
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Indiana held a private ceremony on April 10, 2025, to honor 22 members of various law enforcement agencies.
Texas woman convicted of child smuggling in federal court case
A federal jury has convicted a 25-year-old woman from Laredo, Texas, of several offenses related to attempting to smuggle a child into the United States.
Armed fentanyl dealer sentenced to over 13 years in federal prison
Alexander Arellano has been sentenced to federal prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl in the Atlanta area while armed.
Tokio man pleads guilty in child's death and assault charges
Acting United States Attorney Jennifer Klemetsrud Puhl disclosed that Austin Ray Lester, 29, from Tokio, North Dakota, pleaded guilty on April 14, 2025, to charges of involuntary manslaughter, two counts of child neglect, and assault of a child...
Man sentenced for defrauding elderly Missouri resident of $95,000
A Chinese national has been sentenced to 21 months in prison for defrauding a Missouri resident of $95,000. U.S. District Judge John A. Ross delivered the sentence to 28-year-old Dongyi Guo, who was also ordered to repay the money.
Canastota man sentenced to 5 years for drug and firearm offenses
Andrew Snyder, a 46-year-old resident of Canastota, New York, has received a 60-month federal prison sentence.
Scott Township lawyer sentenced to 151 months for methamphetamine trafficking
A Scott Township resident, James France, has been sentenced to 151 months in federal prison for distributing over 50 grams of methamphetamine.
Great Falls woman sentenced to 20 years in methamphetamine distribution case
A Great Falls woman involved in methamphetamine distribution has been sentenced to 20 years in federal prison.
Hearing set for county court judge vacancy due to Judge Steenburg's retirement
The Judicial Nominating Commission for County Court in Nebraska's Eleventh Judicial District is set to conduct a public hearing on June 3, 2025.
New Haven gang member receives 20-year federal prison sentence
Donell Allick, Jr., also known as "D-Nice," a 26-year-old resident of New Haven, has been sentenced to 20 years in federal prison. U.S. District Judge Victor A. Bolden imposed the sentence, which includes five years of supervised release, for...
Mobley sentenced to life in prison for 2011 murder of Andrea Eilber
Chadwick Mobley has been sentenced to life in prison for the 2011 murder of Andrea Eilber in Lapeer County, Michigan.
Man on probation faces voter fraud charges in Florida
Attorney General James Uthmeier's Office of Statewide Prosecution has brought charges against Jeffrey Luke Crane, who is currently on probation, for voter fraud.
Luis Garcia sentenced to 20 years for gang-related crimes in Bridgeport
Luis Garcia, known as "Ebk Lou," has been sentenced to 20 years in federal prison, followed by three years of supervised release.
AG Knudsen backs Trump on education authority shift
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen has led a group of 21 states in backing President Donald J. Trump's decision to implement a reduction in force (RIF) at the Department of Education.
Coalition of states files amicus brief to protect Social Security payments
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes has aligned with 20 other states to file an amicus brief advocating for an injunction to curtail the management practices at the Social Security Administration (SSA) under acting administrator Leland Dudek and...
Attorney General James challenges SSA layoffs affecting benefit distribution
New York Attorney General Letitia James has taken action alongside 20 other attorneys general to combat the reported mismanagement and layoffs at the Social Security Administration (SSA) that may affect the delivery of benefits to Americans.
California leads multistate coalition to protect consumer privacy rights
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced a collaborative initiative among seven states and the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) to strengthen consumer privacy rights.
Martinsburg woman admits to COVID-19-related wire fraud
Beverly Ashbaugh, a 51-year-old resident of Martinsburg, West Virginia, has confessed to committing wire fraud concerning COVID-19 funding.
Eleven individuals convicted in Idaho for fentanyl trafficking from Mexico
A coordinated investigation involving 10 law enforcement agencies has led to the conviction of 11 individuals in Idaho on federal drug trafficking charges.
Pocatello man sentenced to 9 years for fentanyl trafficking
Geoffrey W. Ancheta, a resident of Pocatello, has been sentenced to nine years in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute fentanyl.