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FTC Takes Action Against Qargo Coffee Franchise for Misleading Practices
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Stephen Wick
Oct 23, 20244 min read


Houston Bars and Clubs Hit with 90-Day Suspensions Amid Human Trafficking Investigation
This operation, described by TABC Chairman Kevin J. Lilly as potentially the largest of its kind in Texas history, is the culmination of a d

Stephen Wick
Oct 22, 20244 min read


Michael Madigan's Corruption Trial Begins After Decades of Power
Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, a dominant figure in state politics for over 40 years, faces trial next week on serious corru

Stephen Wick
Oct 22, 20243 min read


Maryland's AG along with 19 State Attorneys Back HUD's Discriminatory Effects Rule in Legal Fight
A group of insurance companies is seeking to have the rule invalidated in relation to homeowners' insurance pricing and underwriting, argui

Stephen Wick
Oct 20, 20244 min read


Consumer Alert: Mayland AG Warns of Charity Scams Amid Hurricane Relief Efforts in the Southeast
Before you donate, it’s crucial to verify the legitimacy of any charitable organization. Check if the charity is registered with the Marylan

Stephen Wick
Oct 18, 20244 min read


Bridge Collapse in Mississippi Claims Three Lives
A tragic bridge collapse in Mississippi on Wednesday resulted in three fatalities and four serious injuries. The incident occurred on State

Stephen Wick
Oct 18, 20242 min read


Raytheon Agrees to Pay $950 Million in Major Settlement Over Fraud and Corruption Charges
the company admitted to engaging in two schemes that defrauded the Department of Defense (DOD) related to the supply of defense materials, i

Stephen Wick
Oct 17, 20245 min read


Maryland Health Officials Brace for IV Fluid Shortage Following Hurricane Damage
Maryland hospitals are monitoring their supplies of sterile intravenous fluids after Hurricane Helene caused damage to a major manufacturer

Stephen Wick
Oct 16, 20243 min read


Settlement Reached in Precision Toxicology Fraud Case
The investigation was sparked by a whistleblower complaint from the Baltimore area, leading to a comprehensive state and federal inquiry int

Stephen Wick
Oct 15, 20244 min read


Justice Department Sues South Bend Over Alleged Discriminatory Hiring Practices
The lawsuit follows a Civil Rights Division investigation initiated in 2021, which examined SBPD’s hiring practices. Findings indicated that

Stephen Wick
Oct 14, 20244 min read


Silver Spring Woman Sentenced for Over $1 Million Medicaid Fraud
Investigators uncovered progress notes indicating that approximately 40 patients were fraudulently charged for therapy sessions purportedly

Stephen Wick
Oct 14, 20244 min read


Multiple Investigations Launched into North Dakota Wildfires as Thousands of Acres Burn
State-led inquiries are focusing on four significant wildfires in northwestern North Dakota, including a tragic incident near Tioga that res

Stephen Wick
Oct 13, 20242 min read


Fraud Investigations Lead to Arrests of Two Women
The Grand Jury of Shelby County has issued indictments against Edna Robinson and Sheron Webb, with each facing a charge of TennCare Fraud an

Stephen Wick
Oct 13, 20242 min read


Cookie Monster Gets Caught Speeding in Dortmund: A Lesson on Safety Behind the Wheel
While the humorous side of the situation is evident, police officials emphasized the serious implications of such reckless behavior.

Stephen Wick
Oct 10, 20243 min read


Federal Grand Jury Indicts Michigan Man for Defrauding Minerco Investors
The indictment states that Shumake was responsible for Minerco's daily activities and engaged in practices designed to artificially inflate

Stephen Wick
Oct 10, 20247 min read


Feds Charge Resigned Mayoral Aide Mohamed Bahi with Obstructing Investigation into Adams' Straw Donor Scheme
In a stunning development, federal authorities have charged Mohamed Bahi, a former aide to the mayor, with attempting to obstruct an investi

Stephen Wick
Oct 8, 20242 min read


Adams Scandal Reveals Possible Weaknesses in NYC's Campaign Finance Framework
Adams Scandal Reveals Possible Weaknesses in NYC's Campaign Finance Framework

Stephen Wick
Oct 8, 20242 min read


New Castle, Indiana Former Police Lieutenant Indicted for Federal Civil Rights Violation and Obstruction of Justice
The incident was quickly reported by the other officers involved, prompting the Indiana State Police to initiate an independent criminal inv

Stephen Wick
Oct 8, 20245 min read


Justice Department Sues LA Fitness for Discrimination Against Individuals with Disabilities
According to the lawsuit, many LA Fitness locations have significant barriers that hinder access for members with disabilities. Issues such

Stephen Wick
Oct 8, 20244 min read


Bob Dean Jr. along with other corporate entities accept $8.2M consent judgment to resolve allegations of financial misconduct as a result of evacuation from nursing homes during hurricane Ida
Dean allegedly diverted money intended for creating a safe evacuation site for nursing home residents into his personal accounts, leaving bo

Stephen Wick
Oct 8, 20245 min read
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