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New Industrial Projects Announced by Trump
Massive investments include a steel complex, shipyard, energy package, and pharma expansions.
Minnesota Woman Convicted in $3.6 Million Medicaid Fraud
Sharmaine Meadows found guilty of orchestrating fraud through false billing schemes.
Decathlon Recalls Van Rysel Bicycles Due to Crash Hazard
Decathlon America has issued a recall for Van Rysel bicycles due to a potential crash hazard from a loose front lock nut.
Twin Earthquakes Jolt Vanuatu
Two significant earthquakes struck near Norsup, Vanuatu on October 8th, 2026.
Florida Ex-Executive Convicted in COVID-19 Test Fraud
A former lab VP defrauded Medicare in a testing scheme during the pandemic.
Teen Acused of Plotting Mall of America Attack
18-year-old faces federal charges for alleged mall attack plan.
Cyber Fraud Charges in New York Against Tech CEO
Zohar Pinhasi, charged with wire fraud, allegedly profited millions from promising false ransomware solutions.
Minnesota Teen Charged with Plotting Terrorist Attack
18-year-old Sheikhdoon Abdullahi Mohamud is charged with planning an attack at the Mall of America in support of ISIS.
Texas Benefits from Trump's Economic and Security Policies
Texans see tax relief, improved safety, and economic growth under Trump's administration.
Pentagon Confirms Firing Squad Execution for Nidal Hasan
Nidal Hasan to be executed, first U.S. military execution in over 60 years, approved by President Trump.
Justice Department Charges 16 Aliens in Voter Fraud Cases
The Department announces charges for illegal voting and false citizenship claims involving 16 individuals.
Cornell Initiates Independent Review of Sexual Misconduct Handling
Former Deputy Attorney General Sally Yates will lead Cornell's review amid serious allegations.
California Couple Arrested for Alleged Child Abuse Involving Surrogacy
Silvia Zhang and Guojun Xuan face charges linked to a surrogacy scheme that allegedly involved at least 21 children.
Florida Man Pleads Guilty to Bank Fraud Scheme
Gerardo Aquino admitted to laundering millions through fraudulent bank accounts and accepting bribes.
CMS Launches $50 Billion Rural Health Initiative
Initial $10 billion funding awarded to every state under the Rural Health Transformation program.
Ex-Soldier Convicted of Child Sexual Abuse
Jordan Anthony Pearce found guilty on nine counts of abusing two minors.
NY Man Faces Child Pornography Charges After Border Search
Thomas O'Brien, a registered sex offender, has been arrested with extensive evidence found on his devices and social media accounts.
Massachusetts Man Pleads Guilty to Importing Plutonium
Jacob D. Miller admitted to importing and selling radioactive material and possessing child pornography.
Caleb Flynn Sentenced to Life Without Parole for Wife's Murder
Ex-pastor and former 'American Idol' contestant Caleb Flynn found guilty of murdering his wife and tampering with evidence.
Trump Signs Order to Cut Diesel Costs for Truckers and Farmers
New Executive Order allows highway use of dyed diesel, deferring federal excise tax.
DOJ Files Record High Denaturalization Actions
40 individuals face serious charges in the largest denaturalization action period under Trump.
Settlement Reached in Military Leave Lawsuit
A Texas care center agrees to settle a lawsuit over military leave violations.
Dennis Hastert, Former House Speaker, Dies at 84
Dennis Hastert passed away at his Illinois home from natural causes, confirmed by local coroner.
U.S. Bombers Pulled from UK Airbase Amid Security Concerns
The Pentagon withdraws bombers from RAF Fairford after a suspected terror plot leads to arrests.