President Trump establishes Bitcoin Reserve — here’s what it means President Trump signed an executive order establishing a reserve of bitcoin the government already owns. An Elk River woman lost over $8,700 in a potential cryptocurrency scam involving a Telegram group chat. The woman invested in Bitcoin through a crypto.com account with the help of
A union representing 150,000 federal workers faces allegations of financial improprieties at one of its chapters. In an era of mass federal layoffs, here’s why it matters. The labor union that represents more than 450 train engineers for New Jersey Transit walked off the job after contract talks stalled. The labor union that represents more
William Jones | Contributor Even in 2025, the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) receives more than 6,000 reports of crypto scams daily. If you’re reading this, it’s likely that you or someone close to you has fallen victim. With losses totaling tens of billions each year due to digital fraud, the prospect of recovering stolen
Before her second trial even began, accused murderer Karen Read told Vanity Fair she owed her attorneys more than $5 million in deferred fees. “If I can get the entire truth of this case out in the public forum, that, to me, is priceless,” the accused murderer told Vanity Fair. Read told Vanity Fair she’s living
Con-artist who stole millions in Ponzi scheme sentenced to 18 years A globe-trotting con artist who defrauded 237 victims out of $24.5 million to fund a lavish lifestyle was sentenced to 18 years in federal prison. unbranded – Newsworthy Social media finance influencer Tyler Bossetti, 31, of Columbus, Ohio, faces federal charges for allegedly defrauding
What is cryptocurrency? How it works Cryptocurrency is a form of digital currency that uses cryptography for security and operates independently of central banks. Springfield, Missouri, police received reports of over $1.2 million in cryptocurrency scam losses in 2024, with only $109,000 recovered. Police warn residents to be aware of common scam tactics like guaranteed
Top headlines of the week, April 25 2025 Here are some stories you may have missed this week in central Ohio. Social media finance influencer Tyler Bossetti, 31, of Columbus, faces federal charges for allegedly defrauding investors of over $11 million. Bossetti promised high returns on investments for property flipping but federal prosecutors say he
Here’s some common court terms that’s good to know Here’s a list of some of the most used legal jargon and their definitions. A former Howell man who admitted to bilking the government out of $3.75 million in funds set up to aid small businesses struggling during the COVID-19 pandemic has been sentenced to 16
Ex-MPS school board member headed to trial The case against a former Milwaukee Public Schools board member will head to trial. Aisha Carr was in court on Tuesday afternoon, Aug. 13. Fox – Milwaukee Aisha Carr, a former Milwaukee Public Schools board member who last year was accused of fraud and misconduct, is now facing
Victims of domestic abuse often “aren’t sure how to leave, are scared to leave,” according to Krystal Watson, president and chief executive officer of Project R.E.S.T. “That’s why we exist.” Project R.E.S.T. – which stands for Restore, Empower, Support and Transform – is a shelter and a network of support for victims of sexual violence.