CHARLESTON, W.Va. – A Virginia man pleaded guilty today to traveling in interstate commerce to engage in illicit sexual activity with a minor. According to statements made in court, Austin …
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Department of Justice Press Releases
U.S. Attorney Announces Indictment Of Georgia Man For Laundering Proceeds From Fraud Schemes Perpetrated By Nigeria-Based Criminal Enterprise
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressDamian Williams, the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, and Patrick Freaney, Special Agent-in-Charge of the New York Field Office of the United States Secret Service …
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Four Baltimore County Residents Facing Federal Indictment for Charges Related to Illegal Firearms Trafficking
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressBaltimore, Maryland – A federal grand jury has returned a superseding indictment charging four Baltimore County residents for conspiracy and for engaging in the business of dealing firearms without a …
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Department of Justice Press Releases
Lynn Man Indicted on Firearm and Drug Charges
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressBOSTON – A Lynn man was indicted today on firearm and narcotics charges in connection with possessing a firearm and distribution amounts of fentanyl, heroin and cocaine. Rahiym Mervin, 29, …
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Department of Justice Press Releases
Andrew M. Luger Takes Oath of Office as United States Attorney for the District of Minnesota
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressMINNEAPOLIS – Andrew M. Luger has taken the oath of office to become the United States Attorney for the District of Minnesota. U.S. Attorney Luger was nominated by President Joseph …
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Department of Justice Press Releases
Ten Indicted in $2.7M Little Rock Fraud Ring
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressLITTLE ROCK—Ten defendants have been indicted for their roles in a bank fraud conspiracy that involved theft of pandemic unemployment funds. Khi Simms, 27, of Alexander, Arkansas, was …
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Department of Justice Press Releases
U.S. Attorney Gary M. Restaino Appointed to Serve on Attorney General Merrick B. Garland’s Advisory Committee
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressPHOENIX, Ariz. – Attorney General Merrick B. Garland today announced the appointment of 12 U.S. Attorneys to serve on the Attorney General’s Advisory Committee of U.S. Attorneys (AGAC). Created in …
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Major automakers back tough U.S. vehicle emissions rules in court battle
by Reutersby ReutersBy David Shepardson WASHINGTON -Major U.S. and foreign automakers on Wednesday backed the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) new tougher vehicle emissions regulations in a court challenge brought by some states …
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New Jersey Public School Milk Products Recalled after 25 Children Hospitalized
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey Department of Health has announced an emergency recall after 25 children have been hospitalized after sanitizer was found in milk distributed to schools. “The …
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In win for Robinhood, judge declares Massachusetts investment advice rule invalid
by Reutersby ReutersBy Nate Raymond BOSTON -A Massachusetts judge on Wednesday dealt state securities regulators a major setback in their enforcement action against online brokerage Robinhood by declaring the state’s new fiduciary …
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Jersey Shore Police Officer Responds to “Moolicious” Assault and Vandalism Incident
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonSTAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ – A Stafford Township Police Officer Responded to a call of “Moolicious Assault and Vandalism” in the area of Hilliard Avenue on Wednesday. When officers arrived, the …
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Ellicott City Gas Station Robbed at Gunpoint
by Jeff Jonesby Jeff JonesELLICOTT CITY, MD – The Howard County Police Department is investigating an armed robbery that took place at the Sunoco Gas station on Baltimore National Pike, Tuesday at 5 pm. “An …
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Financial News
U.S. securities regulator names crypto, ESG among 2022 exam priorities
by Reutersby ReutersWASHINGTON -The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Wednesday flagged crypto-assets, information security, the private fund sector and environmental, social and governance issues among its examination priorities in 2022 …
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U.S. official says export curbs on Russia hit car production and tank building
by Reutersby ReutersBy Karen Freifeld (Reuters) – Global restrictions on exports to Russia in response to its invasion of Ukraine have shut down a car maker, halted work on tanks and cut …
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Australian businesses commit to $38 billion new UK investment, Britain says
by Reutersby ReutersLONDON – Australian businesses have committed to investing 28.5 billion pounds ($37.5 billion) in sectors such as infrastructure and clean energy in Britain, the British government said following a UK-Australia …
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Factbox-Recession after fleeting yield curve inversion? It is complicated
by Reutersby ReutersBy Karen Brettell (Reuters) – The closely watched two-year/10-year part of the U.S. Treasury yield curve briefly inverted on Tuesday, which in the past has indicated that a recession could …
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California pension leader pushes for more women on boards, climate data
by Reutersby ReutersBy Ross Kerber (Reuters) – One of California’s big pension funds said on Wednesday it will push companies to add more women to their boards and to disclose more about …
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Police Say Man Who Brought Loaded Gun on School Property Was Intoxicated
by Adam Devineby Adam DevineNew Fairfield, CT – The job of a school resource officer usually goes unnoticed as they focus on building relationships with students and making sure each day goes smoothly, but …
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IMF updates guidance to let countries impose pre-emptive capital flow curbs
by Reutersby ReutersBy David Lawder WASHINGTON -The International Monetary Fund said on Wednesday it has updated its guidance on capital flow restrictions to allow member countries to impose pre-emptive measures to reduce …
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Department of Justice Press Releases
Henderson Man Sentenced for Possessing a Firearm in Furtherance of Drug Trafficking and as a Convicted Felon
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressRALEIGH, N.C. – A Henderson, North Carolina man was sentenced today to 90 months in prison and three years of supervised release for Possession of a Firearm in Furtherance of …
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Department of Justice Press Releases
U.S. Attorney Cindy Chung Appointed to Serve as Vice Chair on Attorney General Merrick B. Garland’s Advisory Committee
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressWASHINGTON – Attorney General Merrick B. Garland today announced the appointment of 12 U.S. Attorneys to serve on the Attorney General’s Advisory Committee of U.S. Attorneys (AGAC). Created in 1973, …
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Department of Justice Press Releases
Penn Hills Man Pleads Guilty to Possessing Fentanyl
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressPITTSBURGH – A resident of Penn Hills, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty in federal court to a charge of possession with intent to distribute 40 grams or more of fentanyl, United States …
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Montgomery Tax Preparer Sentenced to 37 Months in Prison and Fined $100,000.00 for Filing False Returns
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressMontgomery, Ala. – Today, United States Attorney Sandra J. Stewart and Special Agent in Charge James E. Dorsey with IRS Criminal Investigation, Atlanta Field Office, announced that a …
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Detroit Man Sentenced on Charges related to Theft of $1.6M in Unemployment Insurance Benefits from Nine States
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressA Detroit man was sentenced today to 39 months in federal prison on charges of wire fraud and identity theft, in connection with a scheme to defraud and obtain more …
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Department of Justice Press Releases
Hartford Man Sentenced to Prison for Distributing Fentanyl
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressLeonard C Boyle, United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, announced that JUAN LAUREANO, also known as “Pito,” 42, of Hartford, was sentenced today by U.S. District Judge Jeffrey …