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Published on Aug 3, 2026

Randolph County man claimed FBI paid him ‘$900 trillion a week’ in impersonation case

MONTROSE, W.Va (WDTV) - A Randolph County man is facing charges of impersonating a law enforcement officer following a trespassing incident at Rainbow Estates. According to West Virginia State Police, troopers responded to a trespassing complaint where …

Source: WDTV 5 - West Virginia - Neutral
Published on 00:08 GMT

How to protect yourself from AI-related online scams

ATLANTA: Cybercriminals are increasingly using artificial intelligence to target people: Americans lost more than $893 million from AI-related crimes last year, according to the FBI. Just last week, OpenAI and Anthropic revealed that their AI agents …

Source: The News International - Pending
Published on Jul 31, 2026

West Virginia man pleads guilty after stealing over $500,000 from employer

CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Wood County man has pleaded guilty to wire fraud after admitting he stole more than $510,000 from his employer through fraudulent charges made to company-issued fuel credit cards. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for …

Source: Lootpress - West Virginia - Center-right
Published on Aug 4, 2026

AI is giving hackers an edge. Here’s how to protect yourself from online scams

By Auzinea Bacon, CNN (CNN) — Cybercriminals are increasingly using artificial intelligence to target people: Americans lost more than $893 million from AI-related crimes last year, according to the FBI. Just last week, OpenAI and Anthropic revealed that …

Source: KVIA - Texas - Neutral
Published on Jul 30, 2026

Maryland man sentenced for role in three murders, remains disposed of in West Virginia

MARTINSBURG, W.Va. — A Maryland man has pleaded guilty to his role in a 2020 multi-state violent crime spree that led to three deaths. Following a lengthy investigation, Monroe Merrell, 29, of Westminster, Maryland, entered a guilty plea Tuesday to three …

Source: MetroNews - West Virginia - Neutral
Published on Jul 29, 2026

FBI's Teen Academy offers a look inside the bureau’s work

PITTSBURGH – Ever wondered what it’s really like to have a career with the FBI? High school students have an incredible opportunity to find out. The 2026 FBI Pittsburgh Teen Academy is a one-day exclusive look inside this world. Students have the chance to …

Source: Allied News - Pennsylvania - Neutral
Published on Jul 29, 2026

Man arrested after FBI investigation, stolen vehicle found

WAYNE COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) - A man is facing several charges after an investigation involving the FBI last Friday, according to a criminal complaint. Jacob Woolum, 36, was charged with receiving or transferring a stolen vehicle and altering or changing a …

Source: WSAZ - West Virginia - Neutral
Published on Jul 21, 2026

Kris Warner: West Virginia’s elections are secure

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WVVA) - Mountain State residents concerned about election security needn’t worry, West Virginia’s top election official says. West Virginia Secretary of State Kris Warner said the state’s elections are secure, even as President Donald …

Source: WVVA - West Virginia - Neutral
Published on Aug 2, 2026

Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 2, 2026

On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, moderated by Margaret Brennan: Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona Republican Rep. Mike Turner of Ohio Clément Delangue, CEO of Hugging Face Independent former Sen. Joe Manchin of West …

Source: CBS News - Neutral
Published on Aug 3, 2026

Marion County Sheriff’s Office dispels myths about Flock cameras

By Esteban Fernandez For Times West Virginian Fairmont — Marion County Sheriff’s Office Det. Matt Pigott spent hours in 2022 going door to door collecting video footage after a fatal shooting in Carolina. In 2022, a gang-related murder took place in the …

Source: Mountain Media LLC - West Virginia - Center-right
Published on Jul 18, 2026

Secretary of State maintains West Virginia’s elections are “safe, secure” after Trump claims

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia’s Secretary of State maintains that elections in the Mountain State are secure after voter information corruption claims by President Donald Trump. Kris Warner Secretary of State Kris Warner joined MetroNews “Talkline” …

Source: MetroNews - West Virginia - Neutral
Published on Jul 16, 2026

2 men face federal charges in West Virginia child porn, sex offender registration cases

WHEELING, W.Va (WDTV) - Two men appeared in federal court on charges involving child pornography and sex offender registration, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Robert Welborn, 58, of Joppatowne, Maryland, was sentenced to over three years for …

Source: WDTV 5 - West Virginia - Neutral
Published on Jul 15, 2026

What do West Virginia’s students want from their public schools? Here’s what four of them say.

Students and recent graduates in the Mountain State are preparing for life after high school. Whether it’s going to college, entering the workforce or following an uncharted path, they started in the same place — West Virginia’s public school system. In …

Source: Mountain State Spotlight - West Virginia - Neutral
Published on Jul 13, 2026

Bridgeport named ‘Best Place to Live in West Virginia’ by popular website, Morgantown rounds out top 10

BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - A new HomeSnacks ranking lists Bridgeport as the best place to live in West Virginia for 2026, with Morgantown also landing in the top 10. HomeSnacks is a website that publishes list-style rankings and “best of” guides about …

Source: WDTV 5 - West Virginia - Neutral
Published on Jul 10, 2026

West Virginia man arrested in for role in UFC 250 terror plot

A Logan County man is the latest to be arrested for an alleged terror plot planned for last month’s Ultimate Fighting Championship event on the White House lawn. Chandler D. Scaggs, 21, of Chapmanville, was taken into custody this week in West Virginia, …

Source: West Virginia Watch - Left-wing
Published on Jul 10, 2026

Southern West Virginia man charged in alleged plot targeting White House UFC event, state officials

WEST VIRGINIA (LOOTPRESS) – A Logan County man has become the eighth person charged in connection with an alleged conspiracy to carry out an attack during the Ultimate Fighting Championship Freedom 250 event held at the White House on June 14, according to …

Source: Lootpress - West Virginia - Center-right
Published on Jul 14, 2026

FBI considers deploying AI LLM supercomputers with Nvidia B300 GPUs or Google TPUs

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is considering acquiring AI supercomputer hardware. In a request for information (RFI), the FBI said that it sought to understand "AI computing products capable of supporting large language model (LLM) …

Source: Data Center Dynamics - Neutral
Published on Jul 7, 2026

West Virginia Man Charged With Threatening to Kill Trump, ICE Agents

A West Virginia man has been arrested and charged with threatening to kill President Donald Trump and federal agents, according to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on Tuesday. Cody Lee Smith, 20, of Clarksburg, admitted to making threats against …

Source: NTD - Right-wing
Published on Jul 5, 2026

Kerr Kriisa arrest: Former West Virginia, Kentucky player detained by FBI in multimillion-dollar fraud scheme

The FBI has arrested former college basketball guard Kerr Kriisa in connection with a multimillion-dollar fraud scheme. The 25-year-old, who played at Kentucky, West Virginia, Arizona, and Cincinnati, is being extradited to West Virginia, according to a …

Source: Mint - Neutral

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Published on March 14, 2025 - 14:56 GMT

Dispatches From the Front Lines of Trump’s War on Democracy

“My generals” running the Pentagon? “My lawyers” running the Department of Justice? “My” main money man and his group of young techies illegally shutting down programs Congress voted to support and fund? What we have here is a hostile takeover of the U. …

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Published on August 4, 2026 - 22:27 GMT

Attorney General Liz Murrill's Louisiana Bureau of Investigation Arrests Baton Rouge Police Officer for Sharing ...

Attorney General Liz Murrill's Louisiana Bureau of Investigation (LBI) arrested a Baton Rouge Police officer for sharing protected law enforcement information. 41-year-old Joanell K. Robinson, of Club View Court in Zachary, was arrested on August 4, …

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Published on August 4, 2026 - 20:25 GMT

Attorney General Liz Murrill's Louisiana Bureau of Investigation Arrests Baton Rouge Police Officer for Sharing ...

Attorney General Liz Murrill's Louisiana Bureau of Investigation (LBI) arrested a Baton Rouge Police officer for sharing protected law enforcement information. 41-year-old Joanell K. Robinson, of Club View Court in Zachary, was arrested on August 4, …

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Published on August 4, 2026 - 13:03 GMT

Practicing Speech-Language Pathologist Helps Launch AI Scam Protection Service for Older Adults

SilverSafe AI introduces SAM, a 24/7 phone and text service that gives older adults a trusted place to ask, "Is this a scam?" MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to the FBI’s Internet Crime …

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Published on August 4, 2026 - 18:59 GMT

Operation Iron Wave Strengthens Partnerships Before Michigan's Next Emergency

SAULT STE. MARIE, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES 07.31.2026 Operation Iron Wave Strengthens Partnerships Before Michigan's Next Emergency Your browser does not support the audio element. Military personnel, first responders and government agencies from across …

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Published on August 3, 2026 - 22:02 GMT

Children of FBI National Academy Associates Conference Experience Volusia County’s Junior Lifeguard Camp

Posted On: August 3, 2026 Volusia County Beach Safety welcomed the children of attendees participating in the FBI National Academy Associates conference at the Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach today for a one-day Junior Lifeguard Camp focused on beach safety …

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Published on August 4, 2026 - 18:56 GMT

Meridian Rapid Defense Group Helps Keep FIFA Fan Events Safe Throughout the World Cup

Rapidly deployable vehicle mitigation systems create safe and welcoming environments for millions of fans celebrating the world’s biggest football tournament NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Meridian Rapid Defense Group …

Distribution channels: Amusement, Gaming & Casino, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...
Published on August 3, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

PayToMe.co Shares Five Ways Businesses Can Reduce Payment Fraud Risk in 2026

AI-powered fintech platform shares five practical strategies to help businesses strengthen payment security and reduce payment fraud in 2026. PALO ALTO, CA, UNITED STATES, August 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PayToMe.co, an award-winning AI- …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on July 30, 2026 - 08:58 GMT

Campbell County Captain Completes FBI Training Open to Fewer Than 1% of Officers

Campbell County Police Captain Christopher J. Lauer II graduated June 18 from the 298th Session of the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia, a program open to fewer than one percent of law enforcement officers nationwide. Captain Lauer has served …

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Published on August 5, 2026 - 05:18 GMT

ROBERT WEINER WINS CONSCIENCE OF DEMOCRACY AWARD FROM PULSE INSTITUTE, IDENTIFIES 20 ACTIONS NEEDED

WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, August 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WEINER ACCEPTANCE SPEECH, AT DETROIT ATHLETIC CLUB, IDENTIFIES 20 ACTIONS TO PROTECT AMERICAN DEMOCRACY, TEXT NAMED H1 OPED NEWS TOP NATIONAL OPED Our team is proud to …

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Published on August 4, 2026 - 20:41 GMT

CitroTech Joins Federal Alliance for Safe Homes, Strengthening Commitment to Community Fire Prevention & Home Resilience

Membership Supports WildfireStrong – No Fuel. No Fire.® Initiative to Advance Proactive Wildfire Risk Efforts Nationwide CitroTech Inc. (NYSE:CITR) OCEANSIDE, CA, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CitroTech Inc. (NYSE American …

Distribution channels: Chemical Industry, Emergency Services ...
Published on August 4, 2026 - 17:22 GMT

The Best of Tennessee Early Voting Efforts Account For 1 in 3 Early Voters in Target Districts

Group turns out over 18% of target audience in early voting NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, The Best of Tennessee, Inc. announced strong early voting turnout results from its statewide primary election …

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Published on August 4, 2026 - 16:51 GMT

Combs Waterkotte Retained to Represent Robert Winkelman Following House Springs Shooting

SAINT LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Case Number: 26JE-CR01991. Missouri criminal defense law firm Combs Waterkotte has been retained to represent Robert Charles Winkelman in connection with a fatal shooting …

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Published on August 4, 2026 - 16:30 GMT

The U.S. Roundtable, 25 U.S. Mayors, and Technology Leaders Mark Six Months of Responsible AI Collaboration

George Burciaga Leads Coordination as ElevateGov AI Expands Its International Reach Through Smart City Expo World Congress CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- U.S. mayors, city technology leaders, and representatives …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Conferences & Trade Fairs ...
Published on August 4, 2026 - 14:30 GMT

Playable Solves the Sound-in-Email Problem, Bringing Controllable Audio to Inline AutoPlay Video Inside the Message

Playable enables brands to autoplay HD video on open with user-controlled sound & playback—keeping engagement in-message, attention on the CTA. No click-out. PLEASANTON, CA, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Playable’s …

Distribution channels: Automotive Industry, Electronics Industry ...
Published on August 4, 2026 - 13:09 GMT

Precision Periodic and Kisma Minerals Establish Strategic African Nickel Corridor

Breaking the China-Indonesia Nickel Stranglehold: Direct African supply chain aligns with U.S. strategic objectives ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Precision Periodic today announced a strategic memorandum of …

Distribution channels: Energy Industry, Manufacturing ...
Published on August 4, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

Major General John Borling (USAF, Ret.) Joins Veteran Business Project Board to Scale Veteran Business Ownership

Decorated fighter pilot, former POW and nonprofit executive will support VBP's national growth as it expands its veteran business acquisition model NAPERVILLE, IL, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Veteran Business Project …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on August 4, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

U.S. Debt Forum Introduces Congressional National Debt Clocks as U.S. National Debt Nears $40 Trillion

New educational resource allows Americans to see how the national debt changed during the tenure of presidents, vice presidents and members of Congress SLEEPY HOLLOW, NY, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the U.S. Total …

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Published on August 4, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

New GAO Report Shows More Students with Disabilities in General Education, Raising Questions About Inclusion

More students are learning in general education classrooms, but placement alone doesn't determine whether inclusion truly works. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new report from the U.S. Government …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, Education ...
Published on August 4, 2026 - 12:45 GMT

Equine Welfare Advocates Urge Congress to Support Van Drew-Titus Amendment to Protect Horses from Slaughter Pipeline

The measure would prohibit the transport of horses when there is reason to believe they may be slaughtered for human consumption. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Equine welfare supporters are urging Members of …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on August 4, 2026 - 12:15 GMT

Javier Palomarez, USHBC President & CEO, Responds to Secretary Mullin's Call for Employment Visa Reform

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At the National Governors Association Summer Meeting in Oklahoma City over the weekend, Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin called for changes to employment-based visa …

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Published on August 4, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

Tanya M. Odom appointed Co-Chair of The New York Women's Foundation Board of Directors

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The New York Women's Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Tanya M. Odom as Co-Chair of the Board of Directors, serving in the position alongside Mary Baglivo. For …

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Published on August 4, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

CCHF Thanks Trump for AHRQ Grant Cuts, Calls for Agency Shutdown

Citizens’ Council for Health Freedom’s letter to Trump traces AHRQ from controversial Clinton-era guidelines to today’s computerized treatment protocols. ST PAUL, MN, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Citizens’ Council for …

Distribution channels: Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry, Human Rights ...
Published on August 4, 2026 - 11:59 GMT

Black and White LLC offers AML/CTF and proliferating financing review, enhanced due diligence, risk management

Black and White LLC is a independent compliance consulting firm engaged in AML testing, compliance training, and due diligence. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Black and White LLC offers AML/CTF and …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on August 4, 2026 - 21:20 GMT

Local Leaders Urge Congress To Extend Temporary Protection Status For Haiti

Mayor Michelle Wu and City Councilor At-Large Ruthzee Louijeune submitted a letter to the U.S. Senate urging them to immediately pass S. 4814, a bill sponsored by Senator Ed Markey, co-sponsored by Senator Elizabeth Warren and 29 additional U.S. Senators, …

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Published on August 4, 2026 - 04:00 GMT

Gabriel R. Palazzi Releases Book About Humor and Challenges of Protecting Presidents While Working in the Secret Service

Palazzi's memoir shares the human side of serving for over 13 years and under 3 Presidents in the U.S. Secret Service Technical Security Division. SPRINGFIELD, MA, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With guidance from …

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Published on August 4, 2026 - 15:07 GMT

GrowBoston Empowers Residents to Grow their Own Food

GrowBoston: Office of Urban Agriculture, in partnership with the Office of Food Justice is constructing free raised beds to strengthen neighborhood food systems and empower residents to grow their own food. GrowBoston: Office of Urban Agriculture, in …

Distribution channels: U.S. Politics
Published on August 3, 2026 - 22:55 GMT

Human Flourishing Must Be the Compass Guiding AI, Panel to Argue

The webinar, "AI and Human Flourishing" will ask how technology can be designed to expand human agency, empathy, and dignity rather than replace them. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, August 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The G20 …

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Published on August 3, 2026 - 22:54 GMT

Javier Palomarez, USHBC President & CEO, Endorses State Sponsored Visa Pilot Program Act

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, August 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC) is proud to endorse the State Sponsored Visa Pilot Program Act, led by Senators John Curtis (R-UT) and Mark Kelly (D-AZ). This …

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Published on March 14, 2025 - 14:56 GMT

Dispatches From the Front Lines of Trump’s War on Democracy

“My generals” running the Pentagon? “My lawyers” running the Department of Justice? “My” main money man and his group of young techies illegally shutting down programs Congress voted to support and fund? What we have here is a hostile takeover of the U. …

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 08:06 GMT

Use Your Cell Phone Camera to Help Save U.S. Democracy

Along with more than two million others, I subscribe to a daily newsletter written by historian Heather Cox Richardson (https://heathercoxrichardson.substack.com/). Richardson meshes her deep knowledge of history with insightful and valuable …

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