WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. on Monday imposed sanctions on dozens of people and oil tankers across China, the United Arab Emirates, India and other jurisdictions for allegedly helping to finance Iran and its support for militant groups that launch attacks against the U.S. and its allies. This is the second round of sanctions imposed…… MORE
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Food and Drug Administration is reinstating some of the hundreds of staffers it fired last week. That’s according to agency employees who spoke with The Associated Press on condition of anonymity. The FDA callbacks are the latest example of the chaotic fallout from President Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s sweeping cost-cutting…… MORE
Supplies of high-demand obesity treatments are improving, but that doesn’t mean they’re easier to get. Many employers and health insurers are scaling back coverage of Wegovy or Zepbound and a key government program, Medicare, doesn’t cover the drugs for obesity. Clouding the picture even further, some big employers are adding coverage. But their commitment isn’t…… MORE
WASHINGTON (AP) — Dan Bongino, a former U.S. Secret Service agent who ran unsuccessfully for office and gained fame as a conservative pundit with TV shows and a popular podcast, has been chosen to serve as FBI deputy director. President Donald Trump announced the appointment Sunday night in a post on his Truth Social platform, praising Bongino as…… MORE
According to city documents, the temporary staffing will be funded through Plano’s Water and Sewer Fund.… MORE
Allen, Texas – Two Individuals Convicted in COVID-19 Loan Fraud Scheme In a significant development, a Collin County man and a Florida resident have been convicted of federal charges related to a COVID-19 fraud scheme in the Eastern District of Texas, announced Acting U.S. Attorney Abe McGlothin, Jr. Cord Dean Newman, 47, of Homosassa, Florida,…… MORE
AUSTIN, Texas – A Texas Lottery commissioner has stepped down just days after the state agency came under heightened scrutiny from lawmakers. Clark E. Smith officially resigned from his position as commissioner on Friday, Feb. 21, according to the Texas Lottery Commission. What We Know Smith was appointed by Gov. Greg Abbott in 2023 to…… MORE
Former President Donald Trump announced Sunday that conservative commentator and former Secret Service agent Dan Bongino has been named the next deputy director of the FBI. Trump described the appointment as “great news for law enforcement and American justice,” praising Bongino as “a man of incredible love and passion for our country.” Who is Dan…… MORE
GARLAND, Texas – A man was shot and killed by Garland police early Monday morning after he opened fire on officers, injuring one in an ambush-style attack. Officer Shot While Responding to Gunfire Reports Authorities say multiple 911 calls were made just after midnight, reporting a man firing weapons in the street in the 100…… MORE
DALLAS – A Dallas man who orchestrated a sophisticated insurance fraud scheme that netted nearly $5 million has been sentenced to more than 13 years in federal prison. Jordan Ford, 32, was charged in June 2024 and pleaded guilty in September 2024 to conspiracy to commit wire fraud. On Thursday, U.S. District Judge Mark Pittman…… MORE
