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Published on Apr 18, 2025

2 fake DEA agents who robbed rural Oregon home sentenced to prison

A federal judge on Wednesday handed out years-long prison sentences to two Texas men who disguised themselves as DEA agents and robbed an Oregon marijuana grow at gunpoint in 2022. Nevin Cuevas Morales, 23, was sentenced to more than 11 years in prison, …

Source: OregonLive.com - Neutral
Published on Apr 18, 2025

Mexican national found guilty of major drug trafficking across Washington tribal lands

SEATTLE — A federal jury has found a Mexican national Luis Esquivel-Bolanos guilty of multiple drug trafficking and firearms charges. 5-year-old Luis Esquivel-Bolanos, also known as "Colorado," of Guerrero, was linked to a drug trafficking …

Source: KOMO News - Washington State - Center-right
Published on Apr 18, 2025

Federal Jury Convicts Cartel-Linked Drug Trafficker in Major Fentanyl and Meth Case Out of Okanogan County

SPOKANE, Wash. — A federal jury has found 45-year-old Luis Esquivel-Bolanos, also known as “Colorado,” guilty on multiple counts of drug trafficking and firearms violations following a trial before United States District Judge Thomas O. Rice. Esquivel- …

Source: Source One - Washington State - Pending
Published on Apr 18, 2025

Man with ties to cartel found guilty of drug trafficking in Eastern Washington and Montana

SPOKANE, Wash. – A federal jury found Luis Esquivel-Bolanos, known as "Colorado," guilty of multiple drug trafficking and firearms charges. The trial, overseen by United States District Judge Thomas O. Rice, concluded with the conviction of the …

Source: KHQ - Washington State - Neutral
Published on Apr 18, 2025

Turn in those old prescriptions during Drug Take Back

Douglasville police are ready to take them back – outdated and unused prescriptions that is. The local department is partnering with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day April 26. New data from the U.S …

Source: Douglas County Sentinel - Georgia - Pending
Published on Apr 18, 2025

Off of opioids, ex-FHP trooper will serve 9-year term for drug rip-offs

Former Florida Highway Patrol Trooper Joshua Earrey was sentenced to nine years in prison for conspiring to steal confiscated drugs. Earrey, along with former Nassau County Sheriff’s Sgt. James Hickox, sold over 1,000 pounds of stolen marijuana and other …

Source: The Florida Times-Union - Neutral
Published on Apr 18, 2025

WV Attorney General’s Office to participate in National Drug Take Back Day

Charleston, WV (WOAY) – West Virginia Attorney General JB McCuskey say his office will take part in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. The event takes place next weekend in conjunction with local and federal law enforcement agencies partnering with …

Source: WOAY 4 - West Virginia - Neutral
Published on Apr 18, 2025

For 4/20, Ben & Jerry’s Teams Up With Marijuana Justice Group To Push Governors To Free Cannabis Prisoners

As consumers and businesses across the U.S. gear up for the 4/20 holiday on Sunday, ice cream maker Ben & Jerry’s is drawing attention to the “tens of thousands of people who will spend their 4/20 in prison for the same cannabis-related …

Source: Marijuana Moment - Neutral
Published on Apr 18, 2025

Men Posing As DEA Agents Stole 200 Pounds Of Marijuana

In a dramatic case of deception and theft, three men from Texas posed as agents from the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to steal over 200 pounds of marijuana from a rural home in Josephine County, Oregon. The incident occurred on March 12, 2022 …

Source: KFBK - California - Pending
Published on Apr 18, 2025

Pensacola man federally indicted for attempted murder of DEA agent, slew of drug charges

A federal grand jury indicted a Pensacola man on multiple federal charges that include trafficking various drugs and the attempted murder of a special agent, the U.S. Attorney's Office announced Friday. The grand jury indicted 35-year-old Austin …

Source: Pensacola News Journal - Florida - Neutral
Published on Apr 18, 2025

50 kilograms of cocaine, over $250K found during investigation that led to DEA-involved shooting

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Two men are facing federal charges after a months-long investigation that led to a shooting involving the Drug Enforcement Administration, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Middle District of Tennessee. Agents with the DEA …

Source: WSMV 4 - Tennessee - Pending
Published on Apr 18, 2025

DeLand Police Department joins DEA’s Prescription Drug Take Back Day

DELAND, Fla. — The DeLand Police Department proudly joins the DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on April 26, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day will take place in the front parking lot of the DeLand …

Source: WFTV - Florida - Pending
Published on Apr 18, 2025

This Week In Cannabis: Carmelo's NY Launch, Federal Reform, Cancer Study, Avicanna's Growth, Tilray's Split, DeSantis ...

From the halls of Congress to the streets of New York, cannabis news bloomed in every direction this week. Slovenia introduced what may become Europe's most progressive medical cannabis law. U.S. lawmakers filed new federal reform legislation. Trulieve …

Source: Benzinga - Neutral
Published on Apr 18, 2025

ICE arrests over 200 illegal aliens in New York City's 'most crime-infested neighborhoods'

NYC Mayor Eric Adams discusses the immigration crisis in his city under former President Joe Biden’s administration on 'My View with Lara Trump.' ICE and several federal law enforcement agencies arrested over 200 illegal aliens in an "enhanced …

Source: Fox News - Right-wing
Published on Apr 18, 2025

FBI and Drug Enforcement Agency are interested in Elon Musk’s Starlink

Two components of the Justice Department recently issued requests for information about the potential use of Starlink, the satellite internet service provided by DOGE head and tech billionaire Elon Musk’s SpaceX. The FBI and the Drug Enforcement …

Source: FedScoop - Washington D.C. - Pending
Published on Apr 18, 2025

Texas men who disguised themselves as DEA agents and tried to steal pot sentenced in Medford

Published 3:06 pm Thursday, April 17, 2025 By Rogue Valley Times staff Another man pleads guilty and faces 40 years in prison; March 2022 incident involved attempt to steal over 200 pounds of marijuana in Josephine County Two San Antonio, Texas, men were …

Source: The Rogue Valley Times - Oregon - Pending
Published on Apr 18, 2025

True crime series asks: 'Where's Wally?'

The mysteries surrounding the 1984 crash of plane full of marijuana in Carroll County and a drug smuggler’s disappearance have fascinated true crime fans for more than 40 years, so much so that a public screening of a documentary about the case sold out in …

Source: Galax Gazette - Virginia - Neutral
Published on Apr 18, 2025

Violent Armed Drug Trafficker from Boise's North End Sentenced to 262 Months in Federal Prison

BOISE – Evan Nickolai Ernstson, 48, of Boise, was sentenced to 262 months in federal prison for conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine, Acting U.S. Attorney Justin Whatcott announced today. Senior U.S. District Court Judge B. Lynn Winmill also sentenced …

Source: Big Country News Connection - Washington State - Neutral
Published on Apr 17, 2025

Authorities identify suspect killed by task force officers on Cleveland’s West Side

Andre Dewayne Lamont Martin was shot and killed Wednesday in Cleveland by two Medina County sheriff's deputies who were working with a federal drug task force. (file photo) CLEVELAND, Ohio – Authorities on Thursday released the identity of a man who …

Source: Cleveland.com - Ohio - Neutral

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Published on March 14, 2025 - 14:56 GMT

Dispatches From the Front Lines of Trump’s War on Democracy

“My generals” running the Pentagon? “My lawyers” running the Department of Justice? “My” main money man and his group of young techies illegally shutting down programs Congress voted to support and fund? What we have here is a hostile takeover of the U. …

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Published on April 16, 2025 - 23:23 GMT

18 pounds of horse tranquilizer seized by CBP officers in Chicago

CHICAGO — U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers assigned to the Anti-Terrorism Contraband Enforcement Team at an air cargo facility in Chicago seized three shipments containing the deadly sedative Xylazine on April 12. All the shipments were …

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Published on April 12, 2025 - 04:45 GMT

Honduran Man Extradited for Role in International Drug Smuggling Conspiracy

Extensive coordination and cooperation between U.S. and Honduran law enforcement authorities resulted in the extradition of a Honduran national for his alleged role in a conspiracy to smuggle drugs from Honduras to the United States. According to court …

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Published on April 16, 2025 - 06:11 GMT

Leaders of La Nueva Familia Michoacana and Atlanta-Based Money Launderer Indicted

Siblings Johnny Hurtado Olascoaga — also known as El Pez, Pescado, and Mojarra — and Jose Alfredo Hurtado Olascoaga — also known as El Fresa, El Feyo, and La Fruta — both of Guerrero, Mexico, and co-leaders of the La Nueva Familia Michoacana (LNFM) drug …

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Published on April 5, 2025 - 03:44 GMT

United States Secures the Extradition from Canada, Colombia, Germany, Honduras, Kosovo, Israel, Mexico, Spain and ...

Extensive coordination and cooperation efforts between the United States Department of Justice and law enforcement authorities in Canada, Colombia, Germany, Honduras, Kosovo, Israel, Mexico, Spain, and Thailand resulted in the extraditions last week of …

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Published on April 14, 2025 - 23:59 GMT

U.S. Attorneys for Southwestern Border Districts Charge More than 1,020 Illegal Aliens with Immigration-Related Crimes ...

Since the inauguration of President Trump, the Department of Justice is playing a critical role in Operation Take back America, a nationwide initiative to repel the invasion of illegal immigration, achieve total elimination of cartels and transnational …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 01:15 GMT

AHA comments on DEA proposed rule on special registrations for telemedicine prescribing

The AHA today commented on the Drug Enforcement Administration's proposed rule for special registrations for telemedicine prescribing of controlled substances. The proposal outlines three types of registration for providers to replace in-person visit …

Distribution channels: Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry
Published on April 9, 2025 - 00:12 GMT

New Jersey Man Sentenced for Prescription Opioid Conspiracy

A New Jersey man was sentenced today to 16 months in prison for conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute oxycodone, a highly addictive controlled substance. According to court documents, between November 2022 and March 2023, Chris …

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Published on March 8, 2025 - 03:11 GMT

Notorious Violent Mexican Cartel Leader Sentenced to Life Plus 30 Years in Prison for International Drug Trafficking and ...

A U.S.-Mexican dual national and co-founder of the Cartel de Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG) — an international drug trafficking organization — was sentenced today in the District of Columbia to a term of life in prison plus 30 years to run consecutively …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 20:18 GMT

Lido Consulting’s Annual Family Office Investment Symposium Features Pat Soldano and Frank Luntz

Three-Day Lido Event Kicks-off April 29 with Closed-Door Family Office Roundtable with Pat Soldano; Ends May 1 with New Frank Luntz Family Business Research LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lido Consulting’s …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 18:06 GMT

Drug-Free Obesity Breakthrough: Emotional Brain Training (EBT) Offers Lasting Weight Loss by Rewiring Stress Response

Groundbreaking Approach Presented at Obesity Medicine Association’s Annual Conference – A Call to Action for "Making America Healthy Again" BALTIMORE, MD, UNITED STATES, April 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At a time when the nation …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 17:19 GMT

‘White House Chronicle’ To Air Episode on Mexico’s Industrial Success

A Texas entrepreneur paints a picture of a future that works south of the border. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “White House Chronicle,” the news and public affairs program, this week takes a look at the …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 16:33 GMT

South Florida State College and New College of Florida Sign Transfer Agreement

SARASOTA , FL, UNITED STATES, April 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New College of Florida (NCF) and South Florida State College (SFSC) have signed a new articulation agreement, officially welcoming SFSC as the latest partner in the NCF Transform …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 15:41 GMT

LCF Georgia Celebrates Latino Leadership & Representation Across Georgia’s Government

LCF Georgia honored Latino leaders across all 3 branches of GA’s government, promoting inclusion, accountability, and representation statewide. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, April 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On April 17, 2025, the Latino …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 15:40 GMT

National Mental Health Alliance Day: Charlotte North Carolina

CHARLOTTE, NC, UNITED STATES, April 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Join us in Charlotte, North Carolina at the National Mental Health Alliance Day as we provide presentations on the following topics: Mental Health, Addiction, Fentanyl, and Human …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 15:40 GMT

Constituents of Rep. Andy Harris to Rally Against Budget That Prioritizes Billionaires Over Working Families

Cambridge Indivisible to spotlight Harris’s support for deep cuts to healthcare, food aid, and education during April 19 rally in Cambridge, MD. CAMBRIDGE, MD, UNITED STATES, April 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- While working families across …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 14:11 GMT

Autism and Nanoplastics: New ALLATRA Documentary Presented at Scientific Forum

CASABLANCA, MOROCCO, April 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ALLATRA International Public Movement participated in the 5th International Autism Forum, held April 10–12 in Casablanca, Morocco. The forum was organized by the Association for Early …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 12:50 GMT

Hawaii Legislature Unanimously Passes Reforms to Protect Kids from Inhumane Treatment in the Criminal Justice System

Lawmakers Send 2 Groundbreaking Bills to Gov. Green Which Will End Mandatory Minimum Sentences for Children Tried as Adults & the Prosecution of Kids Under 12 WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a historic …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 11:32 GMT

Title IX Showdown in Maine: Attorney Keith Altman Breaks Down the Federal-State Legal Battle on WMTW Channel 8

FARMINGTON HILLS, MI, UNITED STATES, April 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a high-profile interview on WMTW Channel 8, nationally recognized attorney Keith Altman, Founding Partner of K Altman Law, offered expert legal commentary on Maine’s …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 23:10 GMT

News Release – DOH Confirms Second Case of Measles in Hawaiʻi

STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH KA ʻOIHANA OLAKINO JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIA‘ĀINA KENNETH S. FINK, M.D., MGA, MPH DIRECTOR KA LUNA HO‘OKELE DOH CONFIRMS SECOND CASE OF MEASLES IN HAWAIʻI FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 21:49 GMT

Mayor Wu Announces Preparations Ahead of 2025 Boston Marathon

City to recognize Fastest Bostonians; host Fan Fest on City Hall Plaza Mayor Michelle Wu, City officials, and regional partners today announced public safety preparations for the 129th Boston Marathon at a joint press conference with the Massachusetts …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 21:11 GMT

Executive Vice President of Insurance Brokerage Pleads Guilty in $133M Affordable Care Act Fraud Scheme

A Florida executive pleaded guilty today for his role in a scheme to submit fraudulent applications to enroll consumers in Affordable Care Act insurance plans (ACA plans) that were fully subsidized by the government. The purpose of the scheme was to obtain …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 21:11 GMT

Kansas City Resident Arrested and Charged in Connection with Tesla Arson

Note: View the affidavit here. A Kansas City resident, attending college in Boston, was arrested and made his initial court appearance today in U.S. District Court in Massachusetts, to face federal charges related to an arson at a Tesla business in Kansas …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 21:11 GMT

United States Files Complaint Against Barco Uniforms and Its Suppliers, Alleging False Claims Act Violations in ...

The United States has filed a complaint against Barco Uniforms Inc. (Barco), Kenny Chan, David Chan, and companies operated and controlled by the Chans, alleging that they violated the False Claims Act by knowingly and improperly underpaying customs duties …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 21:11 GMT

MS-13 Member Sentenced to Over 12 Years for Kidnapping, Witness Retaliation, and a Firearms Offense

An MS-13 member and Honduran national, illegally in the United States, was sentenced today to 147 months in prison for kidnapping, retaliating against a federal witness, and unlawful possession of a firearm. According to court documents and statements made …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 20:40 GMT

Chairman Comer Applauds Trump White House’s Transparency on COVID Pandemic

WASHINGTON—House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) today praised the Trump White House for creating a COVID-19 investigations landing page to provide transparency to the American people: “The House Oversight Committee’s …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 20:40 GMT

Rep. Luna Applauds Trump Administration’s Release of RFK Files

WASHINGTON—Representative Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.), the chairwoman of the Task Force on the Declassification of Federal Secrets, today applauds President Trump and Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard for releasing files related to the …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 15:47 GMT

On This Day in 1775...

Two hundred and fifty years ago, on the evening of April 18th, two sons of Boston set off on a ride to Lexington to warn Samuel Adams and John Hancock of the approach of British troops. Paul Revere, born in Boston in 1734, and William Dawes, born in Boston …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 15:47 GMT

Mayor Wu Announces Copley Square Park to Partially Reopen in Time for 2025 Marathon

Mayor Michelle Wu and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department today announced the partial re-opening of Copley Square Park in time for the 2025 Boston Marathon presented by Bank Of America being held on Monday, April 21. The newly completed part of the …

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Published on March 14, 2025 - 14:56 GMT

Dispatches From the Front Lines of Trump’s War on Democracy

“My generals” running the Pentagon? “My lawyers” running the Department of Justice? “My” main money man and his group of young techies illegally shutting down programs Congress voted to support and fund? What we have here is a hostile takeover of the U. …

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 08:06 GMT

Use Your Cell Phone Camera to Help Save U.S. Democracy

Along with more than two million others, I subscribe to a daily newsletter written by historian Heather Cox Richardson (https://heathercoxrichardson.substack.com/). Richardson meshes her deep knowledge of history with insightful and valuable …

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