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hrw.orgCoast Guard Seeks Public Help Identifying Sailboat Owners Near Missing Michigan Woman's Vessel
The U.S. Coast Guard Investigative Service is appealing for public help to identify owners of a sailboat moored near the vessel where Lynette Hooker disappeared in the Bahamas on April 4, 2026. Investigators are expanding their search for witnesses and conducting interviews. Hook…
winnipegfreepress.comDOJ Sues to Block Minnesota's Climate Fraud Case Against Energy Companies
The U.S. Department of Justice filed a complaint against Minnesota officials to block a 2020 state lawsuit accusing energy companies of misleading the public on climate change. The action follows a 2025 executive order by President Trump directing federal intervention in such cas…
The White House from Washington, DC / Wikimedia (Public domain)Trump Addresses Iran as War Powers Deadline Nears, Strait Tensions Rise
President Trump issued warnings to Iran as the 60-day War Powers deadline nears, emphasizing the U.S. does not seek conflict but highlighting Iran's lack of chance in any escalation. U.S. operations continue guiding vessels through the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing tensions.
Substrate placeholder — needs review · Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)Justice Department Files Lawsuit Against Denver's Semi-Automatic Weapons Ban
The U.S. Justice Department filed a civil lawsuit against the City of Denver, alleging its ban on semi-automatic weapons violates the Second Amendment. The suit seeks to halt enforcement of the ordinance, which restricts firearms with magazines over 15 rounds. City officials reje…
The United States Senate - Office of Senator Kelly Loeffler / Wikimedia (Public domain)Sen. Tim Scott Criticizes Fed Chair Powell's Plan to Stay After Term Ends
Republican Sen. Tim Scott criticized Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for planning to remain on the Fed's Board of Governors after his chair term ends on May 15, 2026. Scott said the move breaks 75 years of precedent and suggested it might be aimed at President Trump. Powell c…
deccanchronicle.comSenate Republicans' Immigration Bill Allocates $1 Billion for White House East Wing Security Upgrades
Senate Republicans unveiled an immigration enforcement funding package that allocates $1 billion for security upgrades in the White House's East Wing ballroom project. The bill also includes $1.5 billion for Justice Department investigations and prosecutions. Separately, a judge…
The Free PressSpirit Airlines Shuts Down After Failing to Secure $500 Million Federal Bailout
Spirit Airlines announced an abrupt shutdown over the weekend, citing surging jet fuel costs from the ongoing war in Iran as the final blow after years of financial struggles. Talks for a $500 million bailout from the Trump administration collapsed, leading to immediate cancellat…
w:User:Patrickroque01 / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 3.0)DOJ Subpoenas Contact Information for Fulton County 2020 Election Workers in Ongoing Investigation
The U.S. Department of Justice has subpoenaed Fulton County, Georgia, for detailed information on election workers from the 2020 presidential election. The subpoena, issued last month, seeks names, positions, addresses, emails and phone numbers. Fulton County has filed a motion t…
yna.co.krSupreme Court Invalidates Louisiana Congressional Map, Triggers Redistricting in Southern States
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that a Louisiana congressional map with two majority-Black districts violated the Voting Rights Act, leading to suspension of the state's May 16 primaries. Governors in Alabama, Tennessee, and Mississippi called special legislative sessions…
Usa TodayPaxton Leads Cornyn in Texas GOP Senate Runoff Poll Ahead of May Vote
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton holds a narrow lead over Senator John Cornyn in a recent poll for the Republican U.S. Senate runoff election set for May 26. The survey shows Paxton at 48% and Cornyn at 45% among likely voters, with 7% undecided. Key issues driving voter prefere…
George William Sadovsky / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)Consensus Miami 2026 Conference Launches at Miami Beach Convention Center
The annual Consensus conference, organized by CoinDesk, began on Tuesday, drawing thousands to discuss digital assets. Keynotes and fireside chats feature industry leaders addressing crypto trends, policy, and innovation. The event follows February's Consensus Hong Kong, which hi…
Dasfour2022 / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)Supreme Court Temporarily Restores Mifepristone Access in Louisiana Case
The Supreme Court issued an emergency stay restoring nationwide mail and pharmacy access to the abortion pill mifepristone, following a Fifth Circuit ruling that restricted it. The case, brought by Louisiana, centers on standing issues and could force the Trump administration to…
Loreta Janeta Velazquez / Wikimedia (Public domain)Louisiana Woman Pleads Guilty to CARES Act Fraud
Chelsey Powell admitted to making false statements to obtain federal relief funds under the CARES Act. The guilty plea advances federal efforts to recover misused pandemic aid and imposes potential prison time on the defendant.
kfor.comOklahoma City Man Gets Five Years for Stolen Identity Vehicle Fraud
An Oklahoma City man received a five-year sentence in federal prison for using a stolen identity to fraudulently obtain a vehicle. The sentencing underscores federal enforcement against identity theft in consumer transactions, potentially deterring similar crimes through visible…
Daderot / Wikimedia (CC0)Oakland Man Pleads Guilty to Stolen Firearms Possession
Cody Smith, 26, pleaded guilty to possessing stolen firearms in the U.S. District Court for the District of Maine. The plea shifts the case to sentencing under federal guidelines, exposing Smith to potential imprisonment and fines.
MediaGuy768 / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)Miami Beach Man Charged with Threatening to Assassinate Trump
Federal prosecutors charged a Miami Beach man with posting repeated online threats to kill President Trump and other senior officials. The charges trigger a federal court process that could lead to imprisonment if convicted.
CBP Photography / Wikimedia (Public domain)FBI Arrests Over 350 Child Sex Offenders in Nationwide Operation
The Justice Department located more than 200 child victims of sex abuse and arrested over 350 offenders during a one-month enforcement effort. The operation involved all 56 FBI field offices and U.S. Attorneys' offices, targeting predators across the country.
Jim Evans / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)Houston Banker Indicted in $10 Million Fraud Scheme
Federal prosecutors charged a local banker with approving fraudulent loans totaling millions as part of a conspiracy. The indictment highlights risks to financial institutions from internal fraud schemes.
Al Jazeera English / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 2.0)English Man Pleads Guilty to Illegal US Entry in Maine
Ibrahim Ayyub Khan, 27, pleaded guilty to entering the United States without inspection. The plea exposes him to potential deportation and fines under federal immigration statutes.
usicegov / Wikimedia (Public domain)Justice Department Arrests 350 Child Sex Offenders in Nationwide Sweep
The Justice Department completed a one-month operation that located more than 200 child victims of sex abuse and arrested over 350 offenders across the U.S. The effort involved all 56 FBI field offices and U.S. Attorneys' offices, leading to immediate prosecutions and victim supp…
blackenterprise.comFormer Postal Worker Pleads Guilty to Stealing Checks in St. Louis
Benita D. Randle admitted in federal court to one count of theft of mail by a U.S. Postal Service employee. The plea exposes vulnerabilities in mail handling and triggers sentencing proceedings under federal law.
chicago.suntimes.comChicago Police Sergeant Charged With Fraud in PPP Loans
Federal prosecutors charged Chicago police sergeant Brandi Wright with fraudulently obtaining loans through the Paycheck Protection Program. The case highlights ongoing enforcement against misuse of COVID-19 relief funds distributed to businesses nationwide.
armstrongeconomics.comTwo Virginia Men Sentenced to 20 and 16 Years for Pill Trafficking
A federal court in Virginia sentenced Dontavious Whitaker and D’Moni Moten to 20 years and more than 16 years in prison for a conspiracy to traffic counterfeit pressed pills. The sentences conclude a Homeland Security investigation into a years-long operation distributing illegal…
GeorgeLouis / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 3.0)Bakersfield Man Sentenced to 21 Years for Meth and Gun Crimes
A federal court sentenced David Garcia to 21 years and 10 months in prison for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and being a felon in possession of a firearm. The sentence enforces federal penalties for drug distribution and firearm possession by prohibited ind…
usicegov / Wikimedia (Public domain)Justice Department Arrests Over 350 in Child Sex Abuse Operation
The Justice Department located more than 200 child victims and arrested over 350 offenders during a one-month nationwide enforcement effort called Operation Iron Pursuit. The operation enhances child protection by removing predators from communities and providing aid to victims a…
Harris & Ewing, photographer / Wikimedia (Public domain)Florida CPA and Attorney Faces Wire Fraud Charges in $890K Embezzlement
Federal prosecutors in Tampa indicted Melissia Gauthreaux on six counts of wire fraud for allegedly embezzling more than $890,000. The charges expose her to up to 120 years in prison and forfeiture of $894,274 if convicted.
winnipegfreepress.comSacramento Man Gets 8 Years for Felon Firearm Possession and Fentanyl Distribution
Gabriel Cabrera, 23, of Sacramento, received an eight-year prison sentence for possessing a firearm as a convicted felon and holding fentanyl with intent to distribute. The ruling enforces federal statutes on illegal gun ownership and drug trafficking, removing Cabrera from circu…
Granada / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)Three Men Sentenced to 48 Years for West Virginia Meth Trafficking
A federal judge sentenced three men to a combined 48 years in prison for distributing large quantities of methamphetamine in West Virginia's Eastern Panhandle. The sentences remove key distributors from the region's drug trade and advance federal enforcement against opioid-relate…
Oast House Archive / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 2.0)Norwich Man Sentenced to 24 Months for Illegal Gun Possession
A federal judge in New Haven sentenced Ramel Pires to two years in prison for unlawfully possessing a firearm. The ruling enforces federal firearm restrictions on individuals with prior convictions and initiates a three-year supervised release period.
LepoRello / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 3.0)Two Face Charges for Meth Trafficking Near Portland Affordable Housing
Federal prosecutors charged two individuals with distributing methamphetamine at or near affordable housing complexes in Portland, Oregon. The case highlights enforcement against drug activity in subsidized housing areas serving low-income residents.
Joe Gratz / Wikimedia (CC0)Martinsburg Felon Sentenced to 10 Years for Illegal Firearm
A West Virginia man with prior violent convictions received a 120-month federal prison term for unlawfully possessing a gun. The sentence enforces federal restrictions on firearm ownership by felons, removing him from the community for a decade.
680news.comCanadian Sentenced to Over 15 Years for Leading Elder Fraud Scheme
A Canadian man received a 190-month prison sentence from a federal court in Pittsburgh for his lead role in an international scheme that defrauded elderly victims of millions. The case advances Justice Department prosecutions of cross-border fraud operations targeting seniors.
U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Bryan M. Ilyankoff / Wikimedia (Public domain)VA Technician Charged with Wire Fraud in COVID Benefits Scam
Federal prosecutors charged a Brockton woman employed by the Department of Veterans Affairs with wire fraud for allegedly fraudulently obtaining multiple COVID-19 relief benefits. The case highlights vulnerabilities in pandemic aid programs that distributed billions in emergency…
Elliott Brown / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 2.0)Leominster Man Sentenced for Labor Union Embezzlement
A man from Leominster received a sentence in federal court for embezzling funds from a labor union. The outcome enforces federal laws protecting union finances and member resources.
pymnts.comFour Plead Guilty in $84 Million Treasury Check Theft Conspiracy
Four defendants, including two former U.S. Postal Service employees, pleaded guilty to conspiring to steal $84 million in U.S. Treasury checks. The case highlights risks in the distribution of federal payments through the postal system.
Presidio of Monterey / Wikimedia (Public domain)Ex-Army Retiree Sentenced to Prison for Ramming Fort Stewart Building
A U.S. Army retiree received a federal prison sentence after stealing a vehicle and crashing it into an office building at Fort Stewart. The ruling requires him to pay substantial restitution for the resulting damages.
Gallup, Inc. / Wikimedia (CC BY 4.0)Gallup Man Faces Federal Charges for Running Over Victim with Car
Federal prosecutors charged Darius Kyran Eskeets with vehicular assault after he allegedly struck and ran over a woman, causing her serious injuries. The case moves to trial in the U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico, where conviction could lead to prison time unde…
Francis C. Richter, Editor A. J. Reach Company, Publisher / Wikimedia (CC0)Grand Rapids Man Gets 30 Years for Exploiting Minors
A federal judge sentenced a Grand Rapids man to 30 years in prison for exploiting minors. The sentence removes him from society and mandates lifetime supervision upon release.
Nheyob / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)Ohio Man Sentenced to Prison for Deadly Convenience Store Shooting
A 32-year-old Trumbull County resident received a prison sentence for his role in a shooting at a convenience store in Warren, Ohio. The August 3, 2025, incident resulted in one death and led to federal prosecution in the Northern District of Ohio.
Le Nain Brothers / Wikimedia (Public domain)Three Men Charged in FBI Operation for Traveling to Sexually Exploit Minors
Federal prosecutors charged three men from Mississippi and Louisiana after they traveled to meet undercover agents posing as minors for illicit sexual conduct. The arrests highlight ongoing FBI efforts to combat child exploitation through targeted stings in the Eastern District o…
CEphoto, Uwe Aranas / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 3.0)Justice Department Sues Denver Over Bans on Semi-Automatic Rifles
The U.S. Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against the City of Denver alleging its bans on certain semi-automatic rifles violate the Second Amendment. The suit seeks to invalidate the restrictions and protect the rights of law-abiding citizens to own such firearms for lawful…
California. Legislature / Wikimedia (No restrictions)California Tax Preparer Admits $25 Million Fraud on Taxes and COVID Aid
A California tax preparer pleaded guilty to submitting false federal income tax returns for clients and fraudulently securing COVID-19 relief loans for unauthorized uses. The actions led to over $25 million in direct losses to the U.S. Treasury.
Daniel Schwen / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)Three Staten Island Men Plead Guilty to Juror Bribery Attempt
Three men from Staten Island admitted offering up to $100,000 to sway a juror in a federal criminal trial. The pleas expose vulnerabilities in jury security and trigger sentencing proceedings with potential 20-year prison terms.
Internet Archive Book Images / Wikimedia (No restrictions)Pensacola Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Child Porn Charges
Donnschee Ricky Montrell Foster admitted in federal court to possessing child pornography and committing a felony as a registered sex offender. The plea exposes him to mandatory minimum sentences and extended registration requirements under federal law.
President Of Ukraine from Україна / Wikimedia (CC0)Nashua Man Charged with Threatening President
Federal prosecutors charged a New Hampshire resident with making threats against the President of the United States. The case highlights ongoing enforcement against violent threats amid heightened political rhetoric.
larrybrownsports.comFlorida Coach Sentenced to 60 Years for Child Porn Production
A Charlotte County youth coach received a 60-year federal prison term for producing and possessing child sexual abuse materials. The sentence mandates lifetime supervision and sex offender registration, reinforcing federal penalties for such offenses.
Andre Carrotflower / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)Onondaga County Man Charged with Federal Child Pornography Offenses
Federal prosecutors charged a man from Onondaga County, New York, with receiving and possessing child pornography. The indictment exposes him to potential prison sentences and mandatory registration as a sex offender upon conviction.
John Singer Sargent / Wikimedia (CC0)Florida Man Sentenced to 27 Months for Interstate Death Threats
Peter Daniel Ring received a 27-month prison term after pleading guilty to sending threats to kill a newspaper reporter, Muslims and politicians. The sentence enforces federal penalties for interstate communications that threaten violence, setting a precedent for similar cases in…
Photo by Don Poggensee, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service. / Wikimedia (Public domain)South Dakota Man Sentenced to 21 Years for Drug Conspiracy
A man from Tea, South Dakota, received a 21-year federal prison sentence for conspiring to distribute fentanyl and methamphetamine. The conviction targets large-scale drug operations in the Sioux Falls area, reducing the flow of hundreds of pounds of methamphetamine and bags of f…
Editor5807 / Wikimedia (CC BY 3.0)Portsmouth Man Gets 41 Months for Straw-Purchasing Firearms
A 24-year-old from Portsmouth received a federal prison sentence for illegally buying guns on behalf of others. The case highlights enforcement of laws barring firearm transfers to prohibited individuals.
Rochambeau1783 / Wikimedia (CC BY 4.0)Tallahassee Sex Offender Pleads Guilty to Minor Enticement Attempt
Dawaun Shunard Jackson admitted in federal court to attempting to entice a minor and violating registered offender penalties. The plea exposes him to mandatory prison time and highlights enforcement against repeat sexual crimes.
GabboT / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 2.0)St. Louis Man Pleads Guilty to Transporting 12-Year-Old for Sex
Harold Paul White admitted in federal court to traveling across state lines to engage in sexual conduct with a minor. The plea exposes him to a potential 30-year prison sentence and highlights federal enforcement against child exploitation.
Arthur Rothstein / Wikimedia (Public domain)South Dakota Man Sentenced to 5 Years for Drug Conspiracy
A Madison, South Dakota, man received a 5-year federal prison sentence for conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance. The ruling enforces drug distribution penalties under federal law and requires the defendant to serve time in a Bureau of Prisons facility.
Ohio Primary Elections Underway for Governor, Senate, and Key House Districts
Ohio voters participate in Republican and Democratic primaries on May 5, 2026, selecting nominees for governor, a special U.S. Senate seat and multiple U.S. House districts. Key contests include Vivek Ramaswamy's bid for the GOP gubernatorial nomination against Casey Putsch, and…
Acroterion / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)Federal Appeals Court Panel Questions Trump Administration's Prosecutor Appointments
A federal appeals court panel expressed skepticism about the Trump administration's practice of appointing top federal prosecutors without Senate approval. The case involves a ruling that found an interim prosecutor's actions voidable. Judges reserved their decision after hearing…
The Washington PostFederal Judge in Virginia Blocks Justice Department from Examining Reporter's Seized Devices
A federal judge ruled that the Justice Department cannot examine electronic devices seized from a reporter amid a leak investigation. This marks the second rejection by a court in the Eastern District of Virginia of such efforts by the department. The devices were taken by the FB…
Quintin Soloviev / Wikimedia (CC BY 4.0)Spirit Airlines Shuts Down After Blocked Merger, Fuel Price Surge
Spirit Airlines announced it is winding down operations after failing to emerge from bankruptcy, citing surging jet fuel prices from the Iran war. Trump administration officials blamed the collapse on the Biden administration's decision to block a proposed merger with JetBlue in…
thehindubusinessline.comARC Group Acquisition Enters $300 Million Merger Deal with TechInnovate
ARC Group Acquisition I Corp. disclosed a definitive merger agreement with TechInnovate Inc. in its SEC filing. The transaction includes leadership changes and unregistered equity issuances, initiating the de-SPAC process.
Sumitsurai / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)Judge Holds Hearing on Jail Conditions for Suspect in Trump Assassination Attempt
A federal magistrate judge ordered the D.C. Department of Corrections to explain the restrictive suicide watch placed on Cole Tomas Allen, charged with attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump. Allen was removed from suicide status over the weekend and moved to protective…
upi.comDOJ Indicts SPLC and Comey in Separate Cases
The U.S. Department of Justice has indicted the Southern Poverty Law Center on charges of wire fraud and false statements, alleging it paid informants to stoke racial hatred. A separate indictment targets former FBI Director James Comey for threats based on a year-old Instagram p…