Investigation of prolific fentanyl distribution ring recognized as “Outstanding” work by Director of Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF)

Seattle – U.S. Attorney Nick Brown today congratulated law enforcement partners and members of the U.S. Attorney’s Office for its work being named the outstanding OCDETF investigation in the eleven district Pacific…

MS-13 Clique Leader Sentenced to Over 13 Years in Prison

BOSTON –The leader of a local MS-13 clique was sentenced on Nov. 8, 2022 in federal court in Boston. Manuel Adan Yanez Cruz, a/k/a “Rocky,” a/k/a “Flaco,” 22, was sentenced by U.S.…

Cedar Rapids Meth and Heroin Dealer Sentenced to Federal Prison

A Cedar Rapids woman who distributed methamphetamine and heroin was sentenced November 7, 2022, to two years in federal prison. Breanna Lynn Luna, age 42, from Cedar Rapids, Iowa, received the prison…

Indian national sentenced for government impersonation call center scam

HOUSTON – A 38-year-old Indian citizen who was illegally residing in Houston has been ordered to prison for conspiracy to commit mail fraud, announced U.S. Attorney Jennifer B. Lowery. Waseem Maknojiya pleaded…

Major indictment targets southeastern drug trafficking conspiracy

STATESBORO, GA: A newly unsealed federal indictment charges nearly three dozen defendants for their involvement in a drug trafficking conspiracy centered in south Georgia and reaching into the Caribbean. The primary conspiracy…

Jackson Man Sentenced to 20 Years in Federal Prison for Assault on Federal Law Enforcement Officer

Jackson, Miss. – A Jackson man was sentenced to 20 years in prison for assault on a federal law enforcement officer, announced U.S. Attorney Darren J. LaMarca and Special Agent in Charge…

Brookfield Doctor Sentenced to Eighteen Months’ Imprisonment for Drug Crimes

United States Attorney Gregory J. Haanstad of the Eastern District of Wisconsin announced that on October 27, 2022, Dr. Manuel Thomas (age: 49), a former pediatrician, had been sentenced by United States…

SANTORUM: Conservative Tax Dollars Are Being Burned On Abortion Ads Attacking Republican Candidates. Here’s How

SANTORUM: Conservative Tax Dollars Are Being Burned On Abortion Ads Attacking Republican Candidates. Here’s How Rick Santorum on November 1, 2022 Social conservatives need a wakeup call about letting our taxpayer dollars…

Memphis Man Pleads Guilty to Sex Trafficking

Jackson, Miss. – A Memphis man pled guilty to sex trafficking of a minor and interstate sex trafficking, announced U.S. Attorney Darren LaMarca, Special Agent in Charge Jermicha Fomby of the Federal…

Mexican National Arrested for Alleged Fraud Scheme in Which He Impersonated an IRS Employee and Filed False Tax Returns

LAS VEGAS – A Mexican citizen—who entered the U.S. illegally—made his initial appearance yesterday for fraudulently soliciting thousands of dollars from victims in exchange for filing false tax returns. The defendant falsely…

Former U.S. Navy Service Member Pleads Guilty to $2 Million Insurance Fraud Scheme

Assistant U. S. Attorneys Peter Ko (619) 546-7359 and Mark Conover (619) 546-6763 NEWS RELEASE SUMMARY – October 27, 2022 SAN DIEGO – Christopher Toups, who at the time of his crimes…

Former Chief Financial Officer Sentenced to 41 Months of Imprisonment for $2 Million Fraud

GREENSBORO – The former chief financial officer of a company in High Point, North Carolina, was sentenced today in federal court in Greensboro for wire fraud, announced United States Attorney Sandra J.…

Former Department of State Employee Pleads Guilty to Engaging in Illicit Sexual Conduct with Minors in the Philippines

ALEXANDRIA, Va. – A former Department of State employee pleaded guilty today to two counts of engaging in illicit sexual conduct in a foreign place. According to court documents, Dean Edward Cheves,…

Multi-Unit Operator Opening Third Slim Chickens on Florida Panhandle

Hot off the heels of his Lynn Haven opening in February, Chris McMillian continues to grow the better chicken concept with new location in Pensacola. Pensacola, FL (RestaurantNews.com) Slim Chickens, a leader…

Pizza Hut Launches The Hut Lane — A Digital-First Carryout Option

Dedicated Pick-up Window Experience Available at Over 1,500 Pizza Hut Locations Nationwide Plano, TX (RestaurantNews.com) After becoming the first national pizza brand to offer Contactless Curbside Pickup, Pizza Hut is doubling down…

Plenty of New Startup Restaurants Opening Around the Country

(RestaurantNews.com) Flhip.com has released its latest restaurant openings report, providing restaurant vendors with a sampling of fresh sales and marketing leads that can be found on their website. Flhip provides regularly updated…

Juice It Up! College Station Bands Together With Community to Donate Over 1,000 Açaí Bowls to Healthcare Workers

Juice it up! College station preparing an açaí bowl delivery – photo by laura “bird” kuhn $5 Açaí Bowls Available to Healthcare Workers the Entire Month of May College Station, TX (–) …

FAT Brands Inc. to Acquire Fazoli’s Restaurant Chain for $130 Million

Premium, Quick-Service Chain Marks FAT Brands’ Debut into Italian Dining Category Los Angeles, CA (-) FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: FAT) (“FAT Brands” or the “Company”) announced today that it…

Wow Wow Hawaiian Lemonade to Open First Location in Florida

Local Husband-and-Wife Duo to Bring the Island Vibes to Sarasota, Fueling Further Development Throughout the Sunshine State Sarasota, FL (-) Wow Wow Hawaiian Lemonade (Wow Wow), the premier gourmet lemonade franchise, has…

Multi-Unit Operator Opening Fourth Slim Chickens on Florida Panhandle

After two openings in 2021, Richard Maddox and Becky Rutherford continue to grow the better chicken concept with new location in Fort Walton Beach. Pensacola, FL (-) Slim Chickens, a leader in…

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