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Former College Basketball Player Charged in $2.2 Million Wire Fraud Scheme
A former college basketball player faces wire fraud charges for allegedly defrauding victims of $2.2 million. Kerr Kriisa used false identities and claims of family danger or illness to solicit funds.
Law EnforcementBusinessPolitics and GovernmentLegalFederal GovernmentEconomy Kerr KriisaWire FraudFinancial FraudWest VirginiaCollege BasketballFBIU.S. Attorney
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Rapper "P-Dice" Sentenced to 63 Months for "Ghost Gun" Shooting at Pregnant Woman
Rapper "P-Dice" received a 63-month prison sentence for firing a "ghost gun" at a pregnant woman in Clifton, New Jersey. Justin Pope, a convicted felon, also taunted police on social media before his arrest.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentLegalSocial Issues Justin PopeP-DiceCliftonNew JerseyGhost GunSentencingFirearms OffensesFBI
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Media Monitor: Cancer Diagnoses Up, Deaths Down, Washington Post Reports
The Washington Post is reporting on cancer trends, noting that while diagnoses have increased over the past 50 years, the number of deaths from the disease has decreased, according to an oncologist.
HealthMediaMedical ScienceDigital and Print Publishing CancerHealth TrendsOncologyDiagnosesMortality RatesPublic HealthWashington PostThe Washington Post
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Union County Man Pleads Guilty to Armed Carjacking with Assault Rifle
Elijah Lott, 28, of Scotch Plains, admitted guilt in an armed carjacking in Irvington, New Jersey, involving an assault rifle. He faces significant prison time, with sentencing set for October 2026, as part of a Newark Violent Crime Initiative investigation.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentLegalState Governments Elijah LottScotch PlainsIrvingtonCarjackingAssault RifleFederal Bureau of InvestigationViolent CrimeFBI
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SEC Appoints Paul Knight as Chief Operating Officer
The SEC has appointed Paul Knight as its new Chief Operating Officer. He will oversee the agency's operational and administrative functions, including the Office of… This key role aims to streamline the commission's internal workings.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentFinancial MarketsEconomy Paul KnightSecurities and Exchange CommissionChief Operating OfficerSECAppointmentOperationsGovernment
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Department of War Launches Cyber Apprenticeship Program, Applications Now Open
The U.S. Department of War opens applications for its Cyber Apprenticeship Program, offering paid training to U.S. citizens aged 18+ with no prior experience. Defend digital frontlines and secure a high-demand cyber career.
Politics and GovernmentConflictScience & TechnologyBusinessFederal GovernmentMilitaryComputers and InternetEmployment and LaborEducationWhite House Department of WarCyber Apprenticeship ProgramCybersecuritySkills-based hiringNational SecurityUSAJOBSKirsten DaviesU.S. Department of War
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Media Monitor: Washington Post reports on DHS lawsuit, Smithsonian criticism, and cancer trends
The Washington Post is reporting on a lawsuit against the Department of Homeland Security, White House criticism of the Smithsonian, and current cancer trends.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementHealthFederal GovernmentGeneral PoliticsLegalMedical ScienceEducation David StreeverDepartment of Homeland SecurityFirst AmendmentCancerSmithsonianWhite HouseDonald TrumpThe Washington Post
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Virginia Governor Spanberger Touts Landmark Data Center Energy Tax in Politico Interview
Governor Abigail Spanberger discussed Virginia's new data center energy consumption tax and efforts to lower energy costs for residents in a Politico interview. She highlighted measures to protect ratepayers and ensure data centers pay their fair share.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyEnergyEnvironmentComputers and Internet VirginiaGovernor Abigail SpanbergerData CentersEnergy Consumption TaxEnergy CostsPJM InterconnectionJosephus AllmondReston
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DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities to Host King Britt for "Layers" Event
The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities presents "Layers: Multidimensional Sound as Collage" on July 18. Featuring King Britt, the event explores turntablism as art, alongside a vinyl market and gallery viewing, connecting to the "Rip! Tear!" exhibition.
EntertainmentPolitics and GovernmentMediaMusicEducationGeneral PoliticsSocial Issues King BrittDC Commission on the Arts and HumanitiesTurntablismCollageDJ CultureArt ExhibitionDC Commission on the Arts and Humanities (CAH)
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Morris County Man Indicted in $2.7 Million Insider Trading Scheme
Justin Jennings, 27, of Rockaway Township, faces charges for a $2.7 million insider trading scheme. He allegedly used confidential documents from his girlfriend's employer to make profitable trades before major corporate announcements.
BusinessLaw EnforcementFinancial MarketsLegalFederal GovernmentEconomy Justin JenningsMorris CountyRockaway TownshipInsider TradingSecurities FraudFBIPublic Relations
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New Jersey Man Sentenced to 350 Months for Distributing Child Sexual Abuse Material on Dark Web
Drew Holzlein, 57, of Manchester, New Jersey, received a 350-month prison sentence for distributing child sexual abuse material as a dark web moderator. His arrest led to further investigations into child exploitation networks.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentLegalSocial IssuesComputers and Internet Drew HolzleinChild Sexual Abuse MaterialDark WebNew JerseySentencingFBIProject Safe Childhood
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Media Monitor: OpenAI CEO Sam Altman Discusses Government Equity Stake with President Trump
MIT Technology Review reports OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is discussing a 5% government stake in OpenAI with President Donald J Trump, aiming for Americans to share in AI wealth and secure favorable administration relations.
Science & TechnologyBusinessPolitics and GovernmentArtificial IntelligenceFederal GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborSocial Issues Sam AltmanOpenAIDonald TrumpWealth DistributionGovernment PolicyFinancial TimesMIT Technology ReviewMITsciencetechnology
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Remaining Antifa Cell Members Sentenced for Prairieland Detention Center Attack
Seven more Antifa cell members in North Texas received sentences totaling 106 years for their roles in the Prairieland Detention Center attack, bringing the total for 15 defendants to over 556 years in prison.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentLegalSocial IssuesGeneral Politics AntifaDomestic TerrorismPrairieland Detention CenterSentencingNorth TexasFBIViolent Crime
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Arlington Man Charged with Sexually Based Offenses; Police Seek Additional Victims
Arlington County Police arrested Jeremy Mishler, 42, for sexually based offenses involving a teenage victim. Authorities are seeking additional victims, noting Mishler's past volunteer work with youth at Cherrydale Baptist Church.
Law EnforcementState GovernmentsSocial IssuesLegal Jeremy MishlerArlington County PoliceSexually Based OffensesChild VictimsCherrydale Baptist ChurchArlington, VirginiaCriminal InvestigationArlington County GovernmentReston
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Governor Pillen Appoints Mark L. Kovarik as 12th Judicial District Judge
Governor Jim Pillen has appointed Mark L. Kovarik as county court judge for Nebraska's 12th Judicial District. This appointment covers twelve counties, ensuring judicial services for the region's residents.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementState GovernmentsLegalGeneral Politics Jim PillenMark L. KovarikJudicial AppointmentCounty Court JudgeNebraska12th Judicial DistrictGovernmentOffice of Nebraska Governor
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ICE Arrests "Worst of the Worst" Criminal Illegal Aliens Over Independence Day Weekend
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested individuals convicted of serious crimes, including murder and sexual exploitation, across the nation during the Independence Day weekend, according to the Department of Homeland Security.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentSocial IssuesLegal ICEDepartment of Homeland Securityarrestscriminal illegal aliensIndependence Daypublic safetyU.S. Department of Homeland Security
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FTC Warns Companies Over Misleading 'Made in USA' Claims
The Federal Trade Commission has issued warning letters to seven companies for allegedly misrepresenting products as "Made in the USA" and one for "Made in Texas." These companies face scrutiny for potentially importing products while claiming domestic origin.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentEconomyLegalTrade Federal Trade CommissionFTCMade in the USAMade in TexasConsumer ProtectionProduct LabelingWarning Letters
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Governor DeWine Orders Flags Lowered for Sgt. Scott Ries
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff across Wayne County and at state buildings in Columbus, honoring Sgt. Scott Ries of the Rittman Police Department. Flags will remain lowered until the day of his funeral.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsSocial Issues Governor Mike DeWineSgt. Scott RiesRittman Police DepartmentFlag LoweringWayne CountyOhio StatehouseOhio Governors Office
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Man Arrested for 2014 Felony Hit and Run in Reston
A man has been arrested in connection with a 2014 felony hit-and-run in Reston, nearly 12 years after the incident. Enda Browne, 43, was apprehended by U.S. Marshals after fleeing the country following the pedestrian crash.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentTransportationSocial IssuesLegal Fairfax County Police DepartmentRestonHit and RunPedestrian CrashEnda BrowneArrestCrime Solvers
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Media Monitor: New Yorker Sues Homeland Security Over First Amendment Rights
The Washington Post reports David Streever of Rochester, New York, sued Department of Homeland Security officials Monday, alleging First Amendment violations after federal agents visited his home following a critical message to ICE.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentSocial IssuesLegal David StreeverDepartment of Homeland SecurityFirst AmendmentLawsuitRochester, New YorkCivil RightsGovernmentThe Washington Post
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CBP Expands IEEPA Duty Refund Eligibility with CAPE Phase 2 Launch
CBP's CAPE Phase 2, launched June 29, extends IEEPA duty refund eligibility to reconciliation-flagged entries. Flexport will host a webinar on July 15 to explain these changes, critical deadlines, and implications for importers.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyTradeFederal GovernmentLegal CBPCAPE Phase 2IEEPADuty RefundsTrade ComplianceFlexportWebinar
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Media Monitor: Belgium Appeals FIFA's Balogun Decision After Trump Intervention
France 24 reports Belgium can appeal FIFA's decision to suspend US striker Folarin Balogun's ban, a move reportedly influenced by President Donald Trump, sparking widespread debate.
SportPolitics and GovernmentWhite HouseFederal GovernmentGeneral PoliticsLegal BelgiumFIFAFolarin BalogunDonald TrumpWorld Cup 2026SoccerSportsFrance 24
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Media Monitor: Penguin Random House Highlights Reader-Recommended Mysteries and Thrillers
Penguin Random House's 'The ReadDown' newsletter features 20 reader-recommended mystery and thriller books, gathered from its Threads followers, offering a diverse selection of titles.
EntertainmentMediaDigital and Print PublishingFilm and TVSocial IssuesLegal Penguin Random HouseMysteriesThrillersBooksReader RecommendationsThreadsLiterature
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Media Monitor: USA TODAY reports on Trump's FIFA defense, Cuba talks, and centrist Democrat's capitalism push
USA TODAY is reporting on President Trump's defense of his FIFA intervention, an exclusive interview with Raúl Guillermo Rodríguez Castro, and a Democratic congressman's call to reclaim capitalism.
Politics and GovernmentSportWorldLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsWhite HouseCongressEconomyElectionLatin America Donald TrumpFIFAFolarin BalogunCubaRaúl Guillermo Rodríguez CastroTom SuozziCapitalismUSA TODAYUSA TODAY On Politics
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ICE Lodges Detainer for Haitian Illegal Alien in Fatal Pennsylvania Trooper Crash
ICE has lodged a detainer for Michael Bon, a Haitian illegal alien, arrested after a fatal semi-truck crash in Pennsylvania that killed Trooper Michael Pahira. Bon held a Massachusetts-issued Commercial Driver’s License.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsSocial IssuesTransportationLegal ICEPennsylvania State PoliceMichael BonMichael PahiraMassachusettsHaitiVehicular HomicideU.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Rice University Advances Battery Tech, Dark Matter Search, and Offers Political Insights
Rice University researchers unveil a moisture-powered, self-destructing battery and a new dark matter detection strategy. Faculty also provide expert commentary on President Trump's presidency, trade, and environmental issues.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyWorldGeneral PoliticsEconomyComputers and InternetEnvironmentSocial Issues Rice UniversityBattery TechnologyDark MatterDonald J TrumpPolitical ScienceResearchTexas
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Governors Urge USPS to Reject Trump's Mail-in Voting Proposal
A coalition of nine governors, led by Connecticut's Ned Lamont, has called on U.S. Postmaster General David Steiner to reject President Trump's proposal to end mail-in and absentee voting, citing constitutional concerns and potential voter disenfranchisement.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsElectionLegal ElectionsMail-in VotingUSPSGovernor Ned LamontPresident Donald TrumpVoter RightsState AuthorityConnecticut Governors Office
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Governor Newsom Announces $12.5 Million for Community Emergency Preparedness
California Governor Gavin Newsom announced $12.5 million in new grants for community emergency preparedness, bringing the total to $100 million since 2019, to help vulnerable residents prepare for disasters.
Politics and GovernmentHealthGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsClimate ChangeSocial IssuesEducation Gavin NewsomReady CaliforniaEmergency PreparednessDisaster ReadinessCaliforniaCommunity GrantsVulnerable CommunitiesCalifornia Governors Office
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U.S. Census Bureau to Release Key Economic Data This Week
The U.S. Census Bureau is set to release key economic data this week, including Business Formation Statistics for June 2026, alongside updates on international trade, steel imports, and wholesale trade.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyFederal GovernmentTradeGeneral Politics U.S. Census BureauEconomic DataBusiness FormationInternational TradeWholesale TradeSteel ImportsBusiness Conditions
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Media Monitor: Trump Rushes White House Helipad Project
The Washington Post is reporting that President Donald J Trump is accelerating a White House helipad project, adding significant costs and requiring round-the-clock work.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWhite HouseFederal GovernmentGeneral PoliticsTransportation Donald J TrumpHelipadConstructionChina's presidentPoliticsGovernmentThe Washington Post