Man Sentenced for $16.7 Million COVID-19 Loan Fraud

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Washington sentenced Tyler Keith Andrews, 39, of Russellville, Arkansas, to more than 16 years in federal prison today for illegally obtaining millions of dollars in COVID-19 funds. United States District Judge Thomas O. Rice also ordered three years of supervised release, $16,330,814.30 in restitution to the … Read more

11-year-old Girl Describes How A Teacher Joined Students In Racial Taunts During Class: ‘she Laughed So Hard’

The DeSoto County School District has launched an inquiry after sixth-grader Amaya Foster, 11, complained that her teacher, Taylor Wiles, made a racist joke comparing Black people to animals in class. Amaya described the situation in an interview, claiming that the teacher joined pupils who were already making obscene comments. “Ms. Wiles goes, ‘Hey, y’all … Read more

A man has been charged with stealing mail from luxury homes in DC, Maryland, and Virginia

A man is charged with allegedly stealing mail from luxury homes across Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia, as well as being involved in an armed robbery of a postal maintenance worker, according to officials. The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia charged Ibrahim Emmanuel De La Cruz, 25, of Washington, D.C., with … Read more

The Rare Dominion Of Canada 1870 $2 Note From Victoria Set For 2025 Auction

The numismatic world is abuzz with the revelation of a previously unknown Dominion of Canada Series 1870 $2 note, issued in Victoria, British Columbia. This exceptional discovery has emerged as a beacon of rarity and historical significance, highlighting the intricate history of Canadian currency. An Unparalleled Rarity in Canadian Currency Long believed not to exist, … Read more

Rare Bank of Hamilton $20 Note with ‘C’ Overprint Headlines Premier Auction

Colonial Acres Coins’ highly anticipated Fall Premier Numismatic Auction, Sale No. 123, promises a treasure trove of rare and valuable collectibles. Among the 1,700 lots available, a remarkable set of Bank of Hamilton $20 and $50 notes has captured significant attention, particularly for its historical and numismatic significance. Expanded Auction Format Reflects Growing Interest In … Read more

Magnitude 7 Earthquake Rocks California, Causing Tsunami Warnings And Evacuations As Locals Are Advised ‘stay Away From Water’

On Wednesday, a series of earthquakes rocked California, including a large and shallow earthquake that triggered a tsunami warning and mandatory evacuations for hundreds of miles down the coast. Following an initial preliminary magnitude 7.3 quake around 60 miles off the coast, residents were instructed to evacuate and go inland. The National Tsunami Warning Center … Read more

26 Guns Confiscated From Bus Heading To Mexico

US Customs and Border Protection recovered more than two dozen guns from a bus traveling from South Texas to Mexico. Officers from CBP’s Office of Field Operations claimed they discovered the firearms, including 43 magazines of various calibers, on a Mexican-bound commercial bus at the Hidalgo International Bridge in Hidalgo, Texas, on Friday. Officers were … Read more

2 Texas Men Arrested After Robbing A Grocery Store, Hitting A Pole And Leading Police On A Chase

Most people use their vehicles for everyday purposes, such as traveling to work, visiting family and friends, and so on. Nonetheless, many drivers utilize their vehicles to perpetrate crimes. Recently, authorities detained two males for robbery and fleeing during a traffic stop. Of course, this perilous chase may have led to automobile accidents with other … Read more

3 Texas Women Arrested In $8 Million Mortgage Fraud Scheme: US Attorney’s Office

Lawrence Man Accused of Long-Running Social Security Fraud and Misuse of COVID Relief Funds

Three women are facing federal charges after running a multimillion-dollar mortgage scheme, according to the US attorney’s office. A grand jury in East Texas charged 35-year-old Nicole Espinosa, popularly known as the “Short Sale Queen,” 44-year-old Stephanie Smith, also known as Stephanie Parks, from Midlothian, and 28-year-old Dallas resident Selena Baltazar-Hill on November 20. The … Read more