Evergreen Reporter

Jerome S. Goldstein, a 78-year-old resident of Long Beach, New York, has been sentenced to nearly four years in federal prison for traveling with the intent to engage in illicit sexual conduct.

Policy brief suggests steps to reduce U.S. reliance on China's critical minerals

The United States faces a significant dependency on China for critical mineral resources essential for technology and defense, according to a new policy brief by American Compass.

Evansville man sentenced to over 17 years for drug trafficking while on release

Mikeal Luckett, a 51-year-old resident of Evansville, has been sentenced to 211 months in federal prison followed by three years of supervised release.

Brooklyn man indicted on multiple firearms charges

A man from Brooklyn, New York, Terrence Roberts, aged 43, has been indicted on multiple firearms charges by a federal grand jury.

Authorities seize websites linked to prison drug scheme in Texas

Three internet domains were seized, and ten individuals were arrested in a drug distribution scheme targeting prisons, as announced by Eastern District of Texas Acting U.S. Attorney Abe McGlothin, Jr.

Washington ranks 47th highest in the U.S. for government transfer dependency at 14.2% in 2022

In 2022, government transfers made up 14.2% of income in Washington—ranking it the fifth least dependent among U.S. states.

Washington ranks 42nd highest in U.S. for per capita government transfer income at $10,697 in 2022

In 2022, residents of Washington received an average of $10,697 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 10th lowest in the nation.

Oakmont woman sentenced for embezzling $250K from employer

A woman from Oakmont, Pennsylvania, has been sentenced to 34 months in federal prison for embezzling approximately $250,400 from her employer over a five-year period.

Indianapolis man sentenced to 13 years for liquor store armed robbery

George Sisk, a 47-year-old resident of Indianapolis, has been sentenced to 13 years in federal prison.

America First Legal urges investigation into Kenyon College restroom policy

America First Legal (AFL) has called on the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights and Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost to investigate Kenyon College.

Ohio man sentenced for defrauding investors in $2 million green energy scheme

A man from Euclid, Ohio, was sentenced to 30 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release for conspiracy to commit mail fraud and wire fraud.

North Carolina men charged over online drug sales

A Rockingham man, Adam Meland, has pleaded guilty to charges related to operating an online platform for selling illegal drugs.

Andrew Block testifies on DHS practices under Biden Administration

Today, Andrew Block, Senior Counsel at America First Legal (AFL), is set to testify before the House Homeland Security Committee’s Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability.

Clayton man pleads guilty to COVID-19 aid fraud and identity theft

Darnell William King, a 42-year-old resident of Clayton, North Carolina, has admitted guilt in connection with a series of crimes involving COVID-19 assistance fraud, aggravated identity theft, and illegal firearm possession.

America First Legal files amicus brief opposing Montgomery County school policies

America First Legal (AFL) has taken action by filing an amicus brief in the U.S. Supreme Court case of Tamer Mahmoud v. Thomas W. Taylor.

Russ Ferguson assumes role as U.S. Attorney for Western North Carolina

Russ Ferguson was officially sworn in as the United States Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina today.

Portuguese national pleads guilty to illegal entry; faces second deportation

A Portuguese national, Joao Luis Vieira, was arrested in August 2024 at his residence in West Warwick by the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force.

Small business optimism index drops amid rising uncertainty

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has released its latest Small Business Optimism Index, showing a decline of 2.1 points in February to 100.7.

St. Louis County felon pleads guilty to gun charges and fentanyl possession

A St. Louis County resident has admitted to charges related to firearms and fentanyl possession.

Owner sentenced for falsifying asbestos training records