All articles tagged with #federal charges
Originally Published 9 days ago — by The Guardian
A judge has ordered Brian Cole Jr to remain in jail before his trial for planting pipe bombs outside political party headquarters in Washington, citing the risk to public safety; Cole faces serious federal charges related to attempted bombings during the January 6 period, with evidence including bomb components and surveillance footage.
Originally Published 14 days ago — by ABC11
A man accused of robbing a Zebulon bank and exchanging gunfire with police in Rocky Mount has been charged with federal crimes, including bank robbery and discharging a firearm during a crime of violence, after a confrontation involving a semi-truck and police gunfire. The suspect was injured and is facing decades in prison if convicted.
Originally Published 14 days ago — by WRAL
Willie Edward McGee Jr. has been federally charged with bank robbery and discharging a firearm after robbing a Zebulon bank and shooting at officers in Rocky Mount, where he was also found with a handgun and in stable condition after being shot by police. If convicted, he faces up to 30 years in prison.
Originally Published 18 days ago — by CNN
A man accused of shooting two National Guard members near the White House faces federal charges that could lead to the death penalty, including first-degree murder. The incident resulted in the death of 20-year-old Sarah Beckstrom and serious injury to 24-year-old Andrew Wolfe. Lakanwal, an Afghan national and former partner force member in Afghanistan, was in possession of a stolen firearm and drove from Washington state to D.C. to carry out the attack. The case has been moved to federal court to consider the death penalty.
Originally Published 18 days ago — by CNN
A man accused of shooting two National Guard members near the White House faces federal charges that could lead to the death penalty, including first-degree murder, after the incident that resulted in one death and serious injuries to another. The case has been moved to federal court to consider the death penalty, and the suspect, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national with ties to the US government, has pleaded not guilty.
Originally Published 19 days ago — by ABC7 Los Angeles
Four individuals from Los Angeles have been indicted for allegedly plotting a New Year's Eve bombing targeting Southern California, linked to the anti-capitalist group Turtle Island Liberation Front, with plans to cause extensive destruction and avoid evidence, but they were arrested before executing the attack.
Originally Published 24 days ago — by WPR
Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan was found guilty of impeding a proceeding, a felony, related to her actions during a courtroom incident involving an illegal immigrant, while being acquitted of a related misdemeanor. The case highlights issues of judicial conduct and immigration enforcement, with sentencing yet to be determined.
Originally Published 24 days ago — by MPR News
Federal prosecutors in Minnesota have announced new charges in a massive Medicaid fraud scheme involving billions of dollars, with defendants accused of billing for services not provided, using funds for personal luxury, and creating fake companies to claim millions in fraudulent Medicaid claims, highlighting the scale and impact of healthcare fraud in the state.
Originally Published 24 days ago — by NBC News
An Alaska Airlines passenger was charged after attempting to open the plane door mid-flight, causing concern among passengers and leading to his hospital assessment upon landing.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Los Angeles Times
Former chief of staff to Gov. Gavin Newsom, Dana Williamson, was indicted on federal charges for siphoning campaign funds and falsely claiming luxury expenses as business costs, amid broader political implications for California's 2026 gubernatorial race and Newsom's national ambitions.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Politico
Dana Williamson, former chief of staff to California Governor Gavin Newsom, was indicted on federal public corruption charges including conspiracy to commit wire and bank fraud, following a three-year investigation.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NBC Sports
Former NBA player and assistant coach Damon Jones pleaded not guilty to federal charges of insider information and rigged poker games, with potential plea negotiations underway, and is scheduled to return to court in November.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CBS News
Two Massachusetts men, Logan David Patterson and Dominick Frank Cardoza, were arrested and charged with conspiracy to damage property after allegedly setting off a firework explosion at Harvard Medical School, causing no injuries but prompting increased security measures.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Harvard Crimson
Two men, Logan D. Patterson and Dominick F. Cardoza, were arrested and face federal charges after allegedly setting off a firework that caused an explosion at Harvard Medical School, which was determined to be intentional but caused no injuries or structural damage.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CBS News
James Comey is requesting a federal court to dismiss charges against him, arguing that his testimony to Senator Ted Cruz was 'confusing' and 'ambiguous,' and that the government is selectively prosecuting him based on interpretations of his statements. He maintains his testimony was truthful and challenges the clarity of the questions asked during the Senate hearing.