Lawrence Mayor Brian DePena accused of wire fraud related to pandemic loans
Former IRS Employee Allegedly Committed Fraud Kayleigh McEnany has highlighted the case of Arios Williams, a former federal employee who is accused of defrauding the government out of over $3.5 million in relief funds intended for the coronavirus pandemic. Williams, working as an SBA loan officer, reportedly contacted people on Instagram, promising to approve fraudulent […]
Heidi Beirich is accused of wire fraud related to payments from a hate group.
Former SPLC Employee Charged with Multiple Crimes Heidi Beirich, a former employee of the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC), is facing serious charges including conspiracy to commit wire fraud, conspiracy to submit false statements to a federally insured bank, and conspiracy to conceal money laundering. This news comes after a period when she was widely […]
Thieves take copper wire from California bakery’s air conditioning during heatwave
A bakery in Pasadena is facing a difficult situation after thieves stole $4,000 worth of copper wire from its rooftop air conditioning unit. Along with the copper, authorities report that the Sweet Red Peach Bakery is seeking $15,000 in damages. “On the first day of this heatwave, someone stole our air conditioning unit,” the baker […]
Kerr Kriisa charged with wire fraud in federal court in West Virginia
Former IRS Employee Charged with Fraud A former federal employee, Arios Williams, is accused of defrauding the government of over $3.5 million in relief funds tied to the pandemic. Williams, previously an SBA loan officer, reportedly reached out to individuals on Instagram, promising to approve fraudulent grant applications for a fee. In a separate case, […]
Ally of Gavin Newsom Used a Wire During Federal Investigation of Governor’s Chief of Staff
Investigation Involves Newsom’s Inner Circle Recently, it has come to light that individuals close to Governor Gavin Newsom were secretly recording conversations during an ongoing criminal investigation involving his former chief of staff, Dana Williamson. Reports indicate that Williamson, who pled guilty to federal fraud and tax charges last May, is a central figure in […]
Don’t overlook the catcher position while there are improvements available on the waiver wire.
Waiver Wire Targets for Fantasy Baseball When navigating the fantasy baseball waiver wire each week, it’s useful to hone in on three specific targets: the best available hitter, the best starting pitcher, and a potentially valuable catcher upgrade. While top hitters and pitchers often steal the spotlight, the catcher spot can be where savvy managers […]
The turmoil among fantasy baseball closers has made it crucial to act quickly on the waiver wire.
The 2026 fantasy baseball season is proving to be tumultuous. Fantasy managers find themselves navigating through a challenging landscape marked by numerous injuries affecting both starters and top hitters, making it tough to predict performances. This uncertainty is especially visible in bullpens. The era of dependable 40-save closers is waning. Nowadays, managers tend to exploit […]
Los Angeles is preparing a team of armed guards to combat copper wire theft.
Los Angeles Plans Armed Force to Tackle Copper Wire Theft The power regulator in Los Angeles is considering the establishment of its own armed police unit to address the ongoing issue of copper wire thefts from streetlights. The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) made this proposition in a letter sent to the […]
City seeks $1M to address copper wire theft and streetlight repairs
On Friday, two members of the Los Angeles City Council proposed allocating over $1 million for additional streetlight repairs. This effort comes as the city already spends more than $20 million annually on related issues, leaving some areas in darkness. The motion was put forth by City Council member Nitya Raman, who is also a […]
Wine Country isolated from the rest of America following a series of bold copper wire thefts
Copper thefts have surged in rural Sonoma County, causing significant disruptions to power and internet services — residents have reportedly been without these essential services for two weeks. The Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office revealed that thefts of copper wire, primarily from AT&T poles, began to be recorded across locations like Sebastopol, Graton, Forestville, and Petaluma […]