Indictment of murder suspect for defrauding 54 investors in Arizona

Chandler Man Accused of Murder Now Faces Federal Fraud Charges in $5.4 Million Scam

Anthonie Ruinard Jr. faced arrest last year for his alleged involvement in the murder of an 18-year-old man who was visiting Arizona from Nebraska. Presently, the suspect is being charged with federal fraud. A murder suspect, who is accused of killing and dismembering 18-year-old Parker League last summer, is now being charged with fraud for … Read more

Despite Arizona voters approving abortion rights, restrictive laws remain in effect

Despite Arizona voters approving abortion rights, restrictive laws remain in effect

Arizonans have made their stance clear by voting in favor of making abortion a fundamental right. However, it is important to note that this does not automatically overturn the state’s current 15-week gestational ban, as well as several other anti-abortion laws that are still in effect. Just an hour after joining Gov. Katie Hobbs, Secretary … Read more

Missile strike allegedly kills hundreds of North Korean troops and Russian general

Missile strike allegedly kills hundreds of North Korean troops and Russian general

According to reports, hundreds of North Korean soldiers and a Russian general, as well as over a dozen Russian officers., were killed in a missile strike conducted by Ukraine. The Storm Shadow strike, which was launched last week, is believed to have resulted in the deaths of 19 soldiers from Putin’s army and caused injuries … Read more

Arizona to Resume Executions in 2025 Amid Leadership Shake-Up

Resumption of executions announced in Arizona

Arizona is set to restart executions in 2025 following Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs’ decision to dismiss retired Judge David Duncan , whom she appointed to review the state’s execution protocols nearly two years ago. Initial Review and Concerns Shortly after taking office in January 2023, Hobbs ordered an independent review of Arizona’s execution processes, citing a … Read more

Arizona Resident Receives 15-Month Prison Term for Threatening Public Officials

Arizona Resident Receives 15-Month Prison Term for Threatening Public Officials

An Arizona man has been sentenced to 15 months in prison and will be under supervised release for 36 months. He admitted to making threats against public officials. Michael Lee Tomasi, a 38-year-old resident of Rio Verde, Arizona, has been directed to surrender various firearms and ammunition as part of his sentencing. The confiscated items … Read more

Election Day Sees Immigration as a Key Issue in Several States

Election Day Sees Immigration as a Key Issue in Several States

The staff at the American Immigration Council, in collaboration with Immigration Impact, has provided the following information. The American Immigration Council refrains from endorsing or opposing candidates for elected office. Instead, our focus is on providing analysis regarding the potential impact of the election on the U.S. immigration system. On Election Day, people from different … Read more

DOJ indicts ex-TV news anchor and spouse for purported COVID loan fraud

DOJ indicts ex-TV news anchor and spouse for purported COVID loan fraud

A former TV news anchor and her husband face indictments from the US Justice Department for their alleged involvement in a scheme to fraudulently obtain COVID-19 relief funds. If proven guilty, the couple could potentially face decades of imprisonment. Stephanie Hockridge-Reis, aged 41, and Nathan Reis, aged 45, reportedly submitted deceptive and misleading applications for … Read more

Texas Governor Orders Agencies to Divest from China, Citing Financial and Security Risks

Texas governor orders state agencies to sell China assets

In an indication that growing U.S.-China tensions  are beginning to affect international capital flows, the governor of Texas ordered state agencies to cease investing in China and sell assets there as soon as possible, citing financial and security dangers. In a Nov. 21 letter to state agencies that was made public on his website, Republican … Read more

Community Gathers to Honor Slain Cheerleader Hailey Stephens, A Year After Tragedy

Memorial honors murdered 17-year-old Casa Grande cheerleader

To memorialize 17-year-old cheerleader Hailey Stephens, who was slain at a home party a year ago, people gathered at Casa Grande Union High School. Vanessa Stephens, Hailey’s mother, remarked, “I hear her laughing when I think of her.” A 14-year-old kid found guilty of her murder earlier this month received the maximum sentence, , which is … Read more