Pensacola Man Sentenced in Federal Court on Drug Charges

MOBILE, AL – A Pensacola, Florida, man was sentenced on August 10, 2021, to 10 years in prison for his participation in a conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute methamphetamine ice.…

US Attorney’s Office Settles ADA Dispute Involving Service Animals at Westborn Markets

Detroit, MI – The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Michigan announced today that it has reached a settlement with Westborn Inc., owner and operators of Westborn Markets in…

This New Jersey slumlord had tenants pay rent with their bodies during pandemic police say

ELIZABETH, NJ – It didn’t matter whether you were a man or woman, but if you were down on your luck during the pandemic and couldn’t pay your rent, a landlord in…

Acting U.S. Attorney Raj Parekh Announces Enhanced Commitment to Civil Rights Enforcement in EDVA

ALEXANDRIA, Va. – Raj Parekh, Acting U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia (EDVA), announced today the formation of a Civil Rights Team in the Office’s Criminal Division, which will be…

Texas Man Sentenced in Heroin and Methamphetamine Smuggling Case

United States Attorney Sean P. Costello of the Southern District of Alabama announced that Francisco Jesus Ramirez, 26, of Brownsville, Texas, was sentenced today for his participation in a conspiracy to possess…

Justice Department files lawsuit against the State of Georgia to stop racially discriminatory provisions of new voting law

ATLANTA – The U.S. Justice Department announced today that it filed a lawsuit against the State of Georgia, the Georgia Secretary of State, and the Georgia State Election Board over recent voting…

Acting United States Attorney Mark J. Lesko Announces Formation of Civil Rights Team in the Office’s Civil Division

Mark J. Lesko, Acting United States Attorney for the Eastern District of New York, announced today the creation of a Civil Rights Team in the Office’s Civil Division. The Team, comprised of…

Saraland Man Sentenced to More Than Twenty Years in Methamphetamine and Firearms Case

SARALAND, ALABAMA – United States Attorney Sean P. Costello of the Southern District of Alabama announced that William Thomas Carver II, 44, of Saraland, was sentenced today for his participation in a…

U.S. Attorney’s Office Shares Resources For Reporting Anti-Asian Hate Incidents

For Further Information, Contact: Cindy Cipriani 619-546-9608 SAN DIEGO – During the month of May, the United States Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of California (SDCA) joined in commemorating Asian American…

EDVA Commemorates LGBTQ+ Pride Month

ALEXANDRIA, Va. – For the month of June, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Virginia (EDVA) will honor the vast contributions and important history of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,…

No more hiding. DoD reverses Trump transgender ban, will provide gender dysphoria medical services

WASHINGTON, DC – The Department of Defense has reversed the transgender ban on the military put in place by President Donald J. Trump. Servicemembers may join the U.S. military and serve as…

Testa vows to fight for women in women’s sports after transgender athletes dominate the field

TRENTON, NJ – To preserve the integrity of women’s high school and collegiate sports, the First Legislative District lawmakers introduced a bill that would guarantee female athletes do not miss out on…

California Woman Pleads Guilty to Hate Crime for Threatening to Bomb Catholic Prep School

SAN JACINTO, CA – The Justice Department announced today that Sonia Tabizada, age 36, of San Jacinto, California, pleaded guilty in federal court to intentionally obstructing persons in the enjoyment of their…

California woman pleads guilty to threatening to bomb catholic school over gay wedding articles

CALIFORNIA – The Justice Department announced today that Sonia Tabizada, age 36, of San Jacinto, California, pleaded guilty in federal court to intentionally obstructing persons in the enjoyment of their free exercise…

Murphy Signs Law Requiring Cultural Diversity Training for All New Jersey Police Officers

TRENTON – Today, Governor Phil Murphy made his voice clear, saying police-involved shootings are happening because of implicit bias of the state’s law enforcement profession. Murphy signed into law a bill that…

Criminal Rehabilitation – Working Towards A Better Life For Inmates And Their Families

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Criminal rehabilitation is gaining popularity among many who are forward-thinking. Such forms of rehabilitation can help to reduce the number of repeat offenders who return to jail after…

Swamp Report: New Jersey Democrats Consider Slavery Reparations

Senator Ronald Rice, Senator Sandra B. Cunningham, Assemblywoman Shavonda Sumter, Assemblywoman Britnee Timberlake and the Legislative Black Caucus introduced legislation today, which would establish the “New Jersey Reparations Task Force.” The task…

Murphy Administration Calls On Facebook to Shut Down “Rise Up Ocean County” Page

Is state letter to Facebook a challenge against anti-semitism or assault against free speech in New Jersey? TOMS RIVER, NJ-A popular and growing Facebook page, “Rise Up Ocean County” (RUOC) is under…

Toms River to Host 50th Anniversary Fair Housing Seminar

(Toms River, NJ) The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Toms River Township and Solutions to End Poverty Soon (STEPS) are co-sponsoring a free, one-day fair housing accessibility seminar Wednesday, April…

Phil Murphy Chimes in on Eruvs

Written by Phil Murphy, Candidate for Governor, NJ Originally posted in The Times of Israel Over the course of my campaign for governor, I have been blessed to see the true wonder…

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