Wyoming is marking a 'nuclear renaissance' as federal authorities approve a license for a new advanced nuclear power plant. Construction, partly funded by the U.S. government and backed by Bill Gates, is now underway, hailed as the first of its kind this century.
Federal authorities are scrutinizing an archive of online posts, including those made on Bluesky under the alias "coldforce," as they search for the motive behind a recent attack.
Federal authorities conducted a major operation in California, arresting over two dozen members and associates of the Mexican Mafia on charges including drug trafficking, murder, and kidnapping.
Federal authorities have arrested an illegal immigrant repeat offender who they claim successfully dodged deportation for decades. The arrest highlights ongoing debates surrounding sanctuary policies.
Officials in Minnesota have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, alleging that federal authorities are withholding evidence in the fatal shootings of U.S. citizens Alex Pretti and Renee Macklin Good by immigration agents in Minneapolis, as well as a non-fatal shooting.
The Belgian Federation of Taxis stated that while federal authorities acknowledge the severity of the situation, a recent meeting did not alleviate concerns regarding rising fuel prices for the sector.
Colorado has implemented a new policy compelling lawyers to sign a pledge stating they will not assist federal authorities in immigration enforcement actions. This move has been described as an anti-immigration-enforcement measure.
An investigation by Swiss federal authorities has revealed that missing screws and other technical defects led to a fatal plane crash in May 2023 near Ponts-de-Martel, Neuchâtel, which killed two people.
Federal authorities are investigating whether an NYC Council member and an aide to Governor Hochul accepted bribes to benefit a migrant shelter provider.
A lawyer claims that federal authorities are attempting to defraud the granddaughter of Miske out of her inheritance, suggesting potential misconduct in the handling of assets.
Federal authorities have opened an investigation into the Val Verde school district in California regarding an unusual arrangement with a school in China concerning diplomas for Chinese students.
The governor of Belgorod, Gladkov, has warned that regular mobile internet outages in the region are costing Russian lives and has raised the issue with federal authorities.
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The US is experiencing elevated terrorism threats, with federal authorities linking domestic incidents like bomb plots in New York and a ramming attack in Michigan to the backdrop of the ongoing Iran war and cuts at the FBI and Justice Department.
Federal authorities charge 11 Indian nationals in alleged visa fraud scheme involving fake armed robberies at stores to qualify for immigration benefits.
Federal authorities are using the Taylor Swift ticket fiasco as key evidence in their antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation and Ticketmaster, alleging a monopoly.
Russian troops fighting in Ukraine have been advised to stop using Max — the Kremlin-backed “national messenger” app designed to replace Telegram — because it is not secure enough, the independent outlet Mediazona reports. The guidance comes as federal authorities have been throttling Telegram since summer 2025, triggering a backlash from pro-war commentators who say the app remains soldiers’ most reliable means of frontline communication. The Federal Security Service (FSB) has warned separat...
French modeling agent Jean-Luc Brunel, an alleged associate of Jeffrey Epstein, was reportedly in talks with federal authorities about cooperating in exchange for $3 million before backing out of the deal.
Federal authorities are issuing warnings about a new surge in the "Hello Mom/Dad" scam, where criminals impersonate family members via iMessage to defraud victims of money.
A shooting incident at the White House Correspondents' Dinner led to the identification of suspect Cole Allen and sparked widespread online rumors. The event prompted an investigation and various reactions regarding the alleged gunman's background and the incident's nature.
Federal authorities in the Washington area have uncovered an alleged international vehicle theft ring, reportedly involving six individuals. The operation, described as 'Gone In 60 Seconds,' was detailed by Jill McLaughlin via The Epoch Times.
Communities in Wyoming are requesting additional time to evaluate the adoption of nuclear energy, as federal authorities push for a rapid expansion of the nuclear industry.
Beijing has accused U.S. federal authorities of 'hostile questioning' following the death of a Chinese scientist after an alleged interrogation by US law enforcement, with federal officials remaining silent on the matter.
Federal authorities have issued a joint warning stating that pro-Iranian hackers have successfully breached critical U.S. infrastructure, raising concerns about national security.
Federal authorities in Los Angeles have arrested eight individuals in connection with an alleged $50 million hospice fraud scheme. Prosecutors claim the scheme exploited Medicare through cash kickbacks and the provision of fake care to healthy patients.
A convenience store owner in Boston has pleaded guilty to orchestrating a $7 million scheme involving the fraudulent use of SNAP benefits, according to federal authorities.
Following recent immigration arrests, California lawmakers are raising concerns about the extent to which local police are sharing information with federal authorities.
German federal authorities have issued a recall for reading glasses, two transparent bags, and a tablecloth due to excessive phthalate levels, which are softeners that can cause infertility.
Anar Rustamov, a former Bay Area resident, has been charged by federal authorities for allegedly orchestrating a $90 million healthcare fraud scheme, facing significant prison time and fines.
Federal authorities are moving to dismiss charges against Army veteran Jay Carey, who burned an American flag near the White House in protest of a Trump executive order, an act he stated was to demonstrate the sanctity of the First Amendment.
US federal authorities have reportedly intercepted encrypted messages believed to be from Iran, potentially signaling calls for action to Iranian agents outside the country. A warning has been issued to law enforcement agencies.
The Kremlin has reportedly changed its mind about allocating State Duma seats to participants in the war against Ukraine, according to sources within regional and federal authorities.
This week's music law news includes Live Nation heading to trial, Karol G receiving an apology, federal authorities fighting Diddy's appeal, and Miley Cyrus addressing a 'Flowers' lawsuit.
Three individuals have been convicted for transit fines in Birsfelden, where thousands of such fines were issued. The legality of these fines remains unclear, but the criminal proceedings for the first three were concluded despite objections from federal authorities.
Trump Calls In FEMA To Respond To Sewage Disaster In Potomac River
Authored by Jill McLaughlin via The Epoch Times,
President Donald Trump is directing federal emergency teams to respond to a sewage spill on the Potomac River, calling it a “massive ecological disaster” and blaming local leaders for not handling the crisis, which began nearly a month ago.
“There is a massive Ecological Disaster unfolding in the Potomac River as a result of the Gross Mismanagement of Local Democrat Leaders, particularly, Governor Wes Moore, of Maryland,” Trump posted on Truth Social on Feb. 16.
Moore’s office didn’t immediately return a request for comment on Trump’s statement.
On Jan. 19, a section of the Potomac Interceptor sewer line collapsed, causing the failure of a 60-year-old, 72-inch concrete pipeline along the Clara Barton Parkway in Montgomery County, Maryland.
Over 250 million gallons of sewage poured into the Potomac River in one of the largest spills in U.S. history, according to University of Maryland researchers. Water samples collected at the site show high levels of E. coli and Staphylococcus aureus, the bacteria that causes staph infections, researchers reported.
“People coming into contact with the impacted water or land are at risk of becoming infected with these bacteria, which can lead to serious health conditions,” said Dr. Rachel Rosenberg Goldstein, a microbiologist and assistant professor at the university.
Trump said the spill was the “result of incompetent local and state management of essential waste management systems.”
“It is clear local authorities cannot adequately handle this calamity,” Trump stated.
“Therefore, I am directing federal authorities to immediately provide all necessary management, direction, and coordination to protect the Potomac, the water supply in the Capital region, and our treasured National Resources in our Nation’s Capital City.”
Despite state and local leaders not asking for federal assistance, Trump said he “cannot allow incompetent local ‘leadership’ to turn the river in the heart of Washington into a disaster zone.”
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), part of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), will play a key role in coordinating the response, the president stated.
FEMA and DHS are facing a partial funding lapse as Democrats in the U.S. Senate demand changes to immigration enforcement.
Crews work to keep raw sewage from flowing into the Potomac River after a pipeline rupture, in Glen Echo, Md., on Jan. 23, 2026. Cliff Owen/AP Photo
According to Virginia’s health department, the utility DC Water is handling repairs to the pipe, while Maryland has regulatory authority over the Potomac River for recreational advisories, water quality monitoring, and issuing bans on shellfish harvesting.
The Virginia Health Department was working with the Maryland departments of Health and the Environment during the crisis.
DC Water has stated that drinking water is not affected by the incident.
The nearest Virginia location using the Potomac River as a primary source of water is the city of Fairfax, with an intake located several miles upstream of where the sewage spill entered the river, according to Virginia.
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Federal authorities have recovered 15 industrial spray drones, capable of dispersing chemicals, weeks after they were stolen in New Jersey. The Army had previously warned that these drones could potentially be weaponized.
Federal authorities report that the Mexican Mafia has transformed American neighborhoods into a 'Gangsta’s Paradise' through widespread criminal activities including murders, kidnappings, and drug…
A 10-year-old Utah child has been reunited with their mother after federal authorities alleged the child was taken to Cuba by their transgender parent and partner during a planned camping trip, sparking an international parental kidnapping investigation. The FBI conducted a rare mission to Cuba to recover the child, who was allegedly taken abroad amid fears of gender transition surgery.
Federal authorities describe an "Ocean's Eleven-style" burglary ring of illegal immigrants that used GPS trackers and surveillance cameras to target homes across the country. A judge highlighted the sophisticated nature of their cross-country operation.
Mexican federal authorities, in cooperation with international partners, arrested 'Milo' Valdez and Joseline García, identified as leaders of the 'Cuban-American Mafia' in Cancún, dealing a significant blow to the criminal group's operations.
An American Airlines flight was diverted and made an emergency landing in Detroit after a passenger allegedly made a false bomb threat, according to federal authorities.
Federal authorities state that a Maryland homeowner, who hired migrants for roof replacement, did not inform ICE about them, contradicting a viral video. ICE claims they located the individuals independently.
Timothy Holmes, 31, from Chicago, has been charged by federal authorities for threatening to "shoot up a synagogue" and posting other antisemitic comments. The threats were made in response to posts about Israel and followed reports of Khamenei's killing.
Federal authorities will investigate a reported close call at Newark airport involving an Alaska Airlines and FedEx aircraft on crossing runways Tuesday night.
Joshua Nass, a lawyer who previously sought a pardon from Donald Trump for his client, has been accused by federal authorities of plotting 'violent' extortion and could face up to 20 years in prison.
Federal authorities served warrants in New Jersey and Pennsylvania as part of an ongoing investigation into potential terrorism threats targeting New York City.
Documents released by the US Department of Justice reveal that Nadia Marcinko, a Slovak model and private jet pilot for Jeffrey Epstein, cooperated with federal authorities in exchange for immunity.
Federal authorities are searching for a suspect accused of pouring a toxic substance on an outdoor ice rink at the Trump-Kennedy Center, an act described as a 'targeted attack'.
Federal authorities have opened a perjury probe into ICE officers' testimony regarding a shooting, while a Detroit police chief targets officers allegedly coordinating with ICE, indicating increased scrutiny on the agency's conduct.