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Settlement Reached: AG Henry Addresses Illegal Loan Practices by California-Based Lender

Breaking Local News ReportJuly 24, 20240

HARRISBURG, PA — Attorney General Michelle Henry has announced a significant settlement with SoLo Funds, Inc., a California-based lending platform accused of deceptive loan practices. The agreement addresses issues surrounding the company’s tip and donation features, which allegedly misled borrowers into paying inflated interest rates under the guise of interest-free loans. SoLo Funds markets itself as a community finance platform, offering short-term loans with repayment terms of 35 days or less, where borrowers can “tip” lenders and donate to the platform’s maintenance. However, the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General charged that these practices violated state lending laws by disguising high

Wildwood Mayor Addresses Unrest at Boardwalk Memorial Day Weekend

Breaking Local News ReportMay 28, 20240

WILDWOOD, NJ – Police in Wildwood breaking up a boardwalk brawl contended with angry and disorderly teens encroaching them while making their arrest. The scene unfolded several times Saturday night, ending with the police department shutting down the boardwalk at midnight. City officials and the Wildwood Police Department took decisive action in response to significant civil unrest over the Memorial Day weekend, culminating in the declaration of a local disaster emergency early Monday morning. This response followed an overwhelming number of service calls on Saturday evening, primarily due to the city’s large gatherings of young adults and juveniles. As the

Senior Official Performing the Duties of the Commissioner Troy Miller addresses the National Customs Brokers and Forwarders Association of America

Dinesh PatelApril 20, 20240

First of all, I just want to say thank you for the introduction. You are all true partners of US Customs and Border Protection, and more importantly, true partners in the economic security of this nation and the safety and security of our citizens. So if I could a round of applause for the association, Lenny and JD. Good afternoon, everyone. It’s great to be here in Fort Lauderdale. Again, I just want to acknowledge the National Customs Brokers and Forwarders Association of America, the president JD, and thank you for having me speak again at the 51st annual conference.

Senior Official Performing the Duties of the Commissioner Troy Miller addresses 2024 Trade Summit

Dinesh PatelMarch 27, 20240

Good morning. How’s everyone doing? It’s great to be here with such a distinguished group of individuals as we all work together on our shared mission. As Susan stated, CBP and our partners are closely monitoring the collision of a shipping vessel at the Francis Scott Key Bridge. Most importantly, our hearts go out to the families of those involved and to the teams engaged in the search and rescue efforts. It’s great to be here again this year for our Trade Facilitation and Cargo Security Summit. It was great to be in Boston last year for our first in-person event

Manhattan District Attorney Addresses Financial App Thefts

Adam DevineJanuary 24, 20240

MANHATTAN, NY – Manhattan District Attorney Alvin L. Bragg, Jr., has taken a proactive stance against the rising trend of financial app thefts in Manhattan and nationwide. In his latest move, DA Bragg has issued letters to the companies owning Venmo, Zelle, and Cash App, asking the implementation of enhanced consumer protections. These thefts typically involve unauthorized users accessing unlocked devices and illicitly transferring substantial sums from victims’ bank accounts. They also exploit mobile financial applications to make unauthorized purchases and open new accounts using stolen financial information. The fraudsters employ various tactics, such as asking to use a victim’s

Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Addresses Senior Financial Scams in Law Enforcement Webinar

Local News ReportJanuary 22, 20240

MORRIS COUNTY, NJ – The Morris County Prosecutor’s Office (MCPO) recently conducted a webinar focusing on financial scams targeting seniors, as part of its CAREs (Crimes Against Retired & Elderly) program. This event, aligned with the New Jersey Attorney General’s Advocacy Institute lunch-time training series, addressed the growing concern of frauds affecting the elderly, which annually costs over $10 billion. Assistant Prosecutor Christine Lopez and Detective Ryan Thomas led the webinar, providing insight into investigative tactics for tracing financial crimes. They emphasized the importance of collaboration between municipal police and local agencies in tackling these offenses. The discussion covered common

Illicit crypto addresses received at least $24.2 billion in 2023 – report

ReutersJanuary 18, 20240

By Elizabeth Howcroft LONDON (Reuters) – At least $24.2 billion worth of crypto was sent to illicit crypto wallet addresses in 2023, including addresses identified as sanctioned or linked to terrorist financing and scams, crypto research firm Chainalysis said on Thursday. Cryptocurrencies enable people to send money around the world without using the mainstream financial system. The underlying blockchain technology creates a record of transactions where senders and receivers are identified only by their wallet addresses, which are a string of letters and numbers. Chainalysis said the $24.2 billion number is almost certainly an underestimation and will rise as it

‘Could Have Done A Better Job’: Lloyd Austin Addresses Lack Of Transparency Surrounding Hospitalization

The Daily CallerJanuary 7, 20240

‘Could Have Done A Better Job’: Lloyd Austin Addresses Lack Of Transparency Surrounding Hospitalization Ryan Meilstrup on January 6, 2024 Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin acknowledged he could have better informed the public about his nearly five-day hospital stay, during which time the White House and Congress were mostly kept in the dark, in a statement on Saturday. The Pentagon revealed Friday night that Austin was admitted to Walter Reed hospital on Monday following unspecified complications that arose from an elective medical procedure. He was recovering on Saturday when White House National Security Council (NSC) officials said they were not

Sheriff Prendergast Addresses Misrepresentations of Derby Oaks in Citrus County Chronicle

Local News ReportDecember 18, 20230

FLORAL CITY, FL – Sheriff Mike Prendergast of the Citrus County Sheriff’s Office has responded to a series of articles by the Citrus County Chronicle, which he states inaccurately depicted the Derby Oaks Community as crime-ridden. Sheriff Prendergast clarified that the reported crime in Derby Oaks has decreased over the past three years. He countered the Chronicle’s portrayal, stating that if accurate data had been requested, the reporting would reflect a reduction in neighborhood crime rather than fabrications. Refuting specific claims in the articles, he noted that a carjacking and an arson incident, reported as occurring in Derby Oaks, were

Pemberton Township Addresses Missed Trash Collection in Presidential Lakes

Charlie DwyerDecember 1, 20230

PEMBERTON TOWNSHIP, NJ – On Thursday, Mayor Jack Tompkins announced immediate actions to address the missed trash collections in the Presidential Lakes community. Reports of uncollected trash on the scheduled day prompted the Mayor to directly engage with Seaside Waste Services, Inc., the township’s contracted provider. Kevin Schaffer, President of Seaside Waste, attributed the delay to mechanical failures of multiple collection vehicles. In response, Seaside Waste has committed to acquiring 13 new garbage trucks to prevent future service disruptions. To address the current situation, Seaside Waste prioritized trash collection in Presidential Lakes on Thursday. However, this has led to a

Murphy Administration Addresses Rise in Islamaphobia, AntiSentism on College Campuses

Conservative TimesOctober 27, 20230

TRENTON, NJ – Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and Sundeep Iyer, Director of the Division on Civil Rights, stated the recent uptick in antisemitic and Islamophobic incidents in K-12 schools and higher education institutions. The increase has been observed following the terrorist attacks in Israel on October 7 and subsequent military actions in Gaza. The officials emphasized that the escalation in bias compromises the safety and inclusiveness of educational settings. New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD) mandates that all students are protected from discrimination and harassment based on race, national origin, religion, or other characteristics. Schools must proactively address and

Domestic Violence Specialist Addresses Senior Safety at Peninsula S.A.L.T. Council

Jessica WoodsOctober 20, 20230

NEWPORT NEWS, VA – On a recent Tuesday, Dr. Cheryl Chavers, a Domestic Violence Specialist, was invited to share her expertise at the Peninsula Seniors and Law Enforcement Together (S.A.L.T.) Council. The council, a cooperative effort between local law enforcement, senior citizens, and service providers, primarily aims to enhance senior safety and reduce crime within the community. Dr. Chavers took the opportunity to educate attendees on identifying signs of domestic violence, a pertinent issue that can significantly impact the lives of seniors. By spreading awareness and understanding, the Peninsula S.A.L.T. Council strives to address concerns specific to senior citizens, connecting

San Diego Chief Patrol Agent McGurk-Daniel addresses recent maritime incidents in Imperial Beach, CA

US Border PatrolSeptember 15, 20230

Imperial Beach, Calif., — The San Diego Border Patrol has encountered several incidents that underscore the ongoing challenges we face in securing our nation’s borders. These events serve as stark reminders of the dangers associated with trusting smugglers and attempting to cross the border via ocean waters. On September 11, 2023, at approximately 2:40 AM, Border Patrol agents assigned to the Imperial Beach station observed three individuals running north on the Border Field State Park beach. Unfortunately, the subjects evaded apprehension by returning south into Mexico. Subsequently, two more individuals were spotted north of their location, and with the assistance of

Police Seek Registered Offender Who Failed to Report After Changing Addresses

Leo CanegaSeptember 1, 20230

UTICA, NY – The Utica Police Department has issued a warrant for Michael Turner, 40, whose address is currently unknown. According to the department’s Sex Offender Unit, Turner failed to report a change of address as required by his Level 2 Sex Offender status. The warrant was issued after routine checks revealed that Turner no longer resided at his listed address. The public is asked to assist in locating Turner. For any information regarding Turner’s whereabouts, the Utica Police Department has provided contact details: Sex Offender Unit at 315 223 3512 and Warrants at 315 223 3580.

SOPDOC Troy Miller addresses Green Trade Forum

US Border PatrolJuly 12, 20230

Good morning, everyone. It’s my first time here at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. What a beautiful facility, right? It’s awesome and I thank them so much for them hosting this event. SOPDOC Miller addresses the Green Trade Forum, held July 11 at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office in Alexandria, VA. Thank you for the kind introduction and thank you, everyone, both here and online for joining us for our inaugural Green Trade Forum. And AnnMarie, the team has done just a great job putting this together. And really, the agenda just proves how important this initiative is

CBP Senior Official Performing Duties of Commissioner addresses trade advisory committee public meeting

US Border PatrolJune 24, 20230

WASHINGTON — The Commercial Customs Operations Advisory Committee (COAC) held its quarterly public meeting June 14 and unanimously passed 24 recommendations to U.S. Customs and Border Protection, including 16 on the agency’s trade modernization efforts, marking a major milestone for the advisory committee. CBP Acting Commissioner Troy A. Miller delivered the opening remarks. “Thank you, Felicia. Good afternoon, everyone, and welcome to the June 2023 COAC Public meeting. Joining us today, as always, is from CBP’s Office of Trade, our AnnMarie Highsmith, Executive Assistant Commissioner, and John Leonard, Deputy Assistant Commissioner from our Office of Trade. “Also joining us today

Rouble slips as Putin addresses forum in Russia’s far east

ReutersSeptember 7, 20220

MOSCOW (Reuters) – The rouble opened weaker on Wednesday, under pressure from lower oil prices, as President Vladimir Putin told an economic forum in Russia’s far east that the West’s futile and aggressive attempts to isolate Russia with sanctions were failing. Putin, speaking at Russia’s Eastern Economic Forum in the Pacific city of Vladivostok, said the West’s efforts were destroying the global economy just as Asia was rising to claim the future. At 0748 GMT, the rouble was 0.1% weaker against the dollar at 61.28 and had lost 0.4% to trade at 60.66 versus the euro. The rouble may test

Inspire Clean Energy Addresses Why Your Home’s Energy is One of the Most Overlooked Contributors to Climate Change

Your NewsApril 14, 20220

At a time when most Americans want simple ways to reduce their carbon footprint, Inspire Clean Energy – a certified B Corporation that matches the dirty energy homes run on with clean, renewable energy sourced from wind, solar and low-impact hydropower in the U.S. – is empowering consumers to make a meaningful, positive impact on the planet right from their homes and with little hassle. Timed with Earth Month, Inspire is launching Power a Brighter World, a marketing campaign featuring two simple, yet elegant animations that present challenging topics like climate change in a universally accessible way. The film’s storybook

Man with Many Addresses Indicted for Fraud Scheme and Identity Theft

DOJ PressMarch 22, 20220

PITTSBURGH – An individual has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Pittsburgh on charges of wire fraud, interstate transportation of a stolen motor vehicle and aggravated identity theft, United States Attorney Cindy K. Chung announced today. The seven-count Indictment, returned on March 17, named Serge Ahmed Zeba, age 31, who has resided at multiple addresses in several states, as the sole defendant. According to the Indictment, from November 2020 to January 2022, Zeba schemed with others known and unknown to use victim’s stolen PII to complete online applications to obtain lines of credit in victims’ names from automobile

U.S. Marshals and Scranton Police Department Verify Addresses of Registered Sex Offenders Living in Scranton Area

DOJ PressMarch 2, 20220

Scranton, PA – Today, United States Marshal Martin J. Pane announced the results of Operation Dunder Mifflin – an effort to verify the registered addresses of convicted sex offenders. Between August 2nd and September 17th, the U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) coordinated with the Scranton Police Department – supported by the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) Megan’s Law Section – to verify the registered home addresses of 219 registered sex offenders living in and around Scranton. Thirteen of these offenders were found to be in violation of sex offender registration laws – nine were arrested and four are sought for the violations.

Facebook should tighten doxxing rules on home addresses, says its oversight board

ReutersFebruary 8, 20220

By Elizabeth Culliford – Facebook owner Meta Platforms should not allow users to share people’s private residential information on its platforms even when the information is publicly available, the company’s oversight board said in its first policy advisory opinion. The board also recommended Meta create a communications channel so that so-called doxxing victims can better explain their cases to the company. Doxxing is the public release of sensitive information identifying an individual or organization, like a home address or phone number. It can lead to harassment or stalking. Celebrities and private individuals have been affected by sharing of such information,