New York City — Felix Herrera Garcia, the husband of the owner of a Bronx day care where a 1-year-old child died from fentanyl poisoning, was sentenced Wednesday to 45 years in prison for federal drug trafficking charges. Garcia, 35, pleaded guilty in June to charges related to the trafficking of fentanyl from the day care,…
Washington, D.C. — President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy today to reaffirm U.S. support for Ukraine as it defends itself against Russian aggression. In the conversation, President Biden outlined his commitment to increasing security assistance throughout the remainder of his term. Today, Biden announced a substantial $425 million security assistance package…
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) filed a lawsuit today against the City of South Bend, Indiana, alleging that the city’s hiring process for entry-level police officers violates the Civil Rights Act by discriminating against Black and female applicants. The lawsuit claims that the South Bend Police Department (SBPD) uses a written exam that disproportionately…
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) announced today that Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation has agreed to an $8 million settlement, alongside a $1.9 million civil penalty, to resolve allegations of discriminatory lending practices. The settlement addresses claims that Fairway engaged in redlining predominantly Black neighborhoods in and around…
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced it will monitor federal voting rights compliance in Portage County, Ohio, during the early voting period and on Election Day. This move comes as part of the department’s ongoing efforts to ensure that all citizens can exercise their right to vote free from interference or intimidation. The…
In a landmark case, TD Bank N.A. (TDBNA), one of the largest banks in the U.S., along with its parent company TD Bank US Holding Company (TDBUSH), pleaded guilty to charges related to violations of the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and money laundering, culminating in over $1.8 billion in penalties. The guilty plea marks the…
Ohio woke up to shocking news today: Winnie Dortch, a beloved WOIO-TV reporter who had just celebrated securing her dream job, was found shot on a sidewalk in Lakewood. Police were alerted to the scene shortly before 8 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 7, by a 911 caller reporting an argument between a man and a woman. As officers rushed to the location, multiple callers reported hearing gunshots. Upon arrival, officers found a man deceased and Dortch with at least one gunshot wound. She was transported to a hospital with serious injuries. WOIO-TV expressed its heartbreak and wished Dortch a swift and full recovery, identifying the shooting as an “apparent domestic incident.” The suspected shooter, who reportedly shot himself after injuring Dortch, has not yet been publicly identified. Authorities have collected a firearm from the scene and are actively investigating the incident.
In a significant move that marks the first large-scale strike by dockworkers in nearly 50 years, members of the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) have halted operations across East Coast and Gulf Coast ports starting early Tuesday morning. This strike, which began at 12:01 a.m. ET, impacts about half of the nation’s ocean shipping, blocking vital…
Indictments serve as a formal declaration of criminal charges, often pivotal in shaping public perception and legal outcomes. They are issued following an investigation and typically presented to a grand jury by prosecutors. While their purpose is to establish probable cause, these legal documents are often criticized for being one-sided, reflecting a narrative crafted by…
In a recent interview on “The View,” President Biden offered high praise for Vice President Kamala Harris, emphasizing her capability to handle “everything from foreign policy to domestic policy” during their administration. His endorsement comes at a pivotal moment as Harris’s campaign seeks to redefine her image amid challenges in portraying herself as a “change”…