West Virginia Man Pleads Guilty to Soliciting Violence Against Federal Agents
A West Virginia man pleaded guilty after prosecutors said he used Facebook to solicit violence against federal law enforcement officers in online posts last year.
Crime & Justice
Judge Rejects DOJ Bid to Force Google Ad Tech Sale
A Virginia judge rejected the DOJ request to force Google to sell AdX after finding illegal monopolies in digital advertising markets, Reuters reported on Wednesday.
U.S. Government Backs OpenAI in New York Times Copyright Fight
The U.S. government backed OpenAI in a New York Times copyright case, arguing AI training can generally qualify as fair use under federal copyright law.
Federal Agencies Launch Major Crackdown on Trucking Fraud
Federal agencies launched a coordinated trucking fraud crackdown focused on licensing, training records, safety compliance and practices that could endanger motorists across America this week.
Maryland Man Sentenced in Social Security Disability Benefits Fraud
A Maryland man received eight months in prison after prosecutors said he improperly collected more than $270,000 in Social Security disability benefits over several years.
Lynchburg Man Sentenced to More Than 17 Years in Drug and Gun Case
A Lynchburg man received 210 months after pleading guilty to federal drug trafficking and firearm charges involving fentanyl pills, methamphetamine and a pistol in court.
Tulsa Man Indicted in Sexual Assault Case as FBI Seeks Victims
A Tulsa man faces federal sexual assault charges while the FBI seeks information from potential additional victims in an ongoing investigation in Oklahoma, authorities said.
Nine Gang Members Charged in Federal RICO and Murder Case
Federal prosecutors charged nine alleged gang members in a RICO case involving murder, attempted murder, robberies, drugs and firearms offenses across three states this week.
Memphis Bank Robbery Getaway Driver Sentenced to 15 Years
A Memphis man received 15 years in federal prison for aiding two bank robberies and joining a conspiracy involving six banks, according to federal prosecutors.
Michigan Man Pleads Guilty in $7 Million Tax Fraud Scheme
A Detroit man pleaded guilty after prosecutors said more than 200 false tax returns generated over $7 million in improper refund claims for clients nationwide.
Federal Grand Jury Indicts Man Over Threats Against Indiana Judges
A Dallas man faces federal charges after prosecutors alleged threats against Indiana judges, with the case now moving through the federal court system this week.