DEA Notice: Pisgah Laboratories Inc Importer Application

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has issued a notice regarding an application from Pisgah Laboratories Inc. to be registered as an importer of controlled substances, specifically Phenylacetone, Ecgonine, Thebaine, and Tapentadol. The public comment period for this application closes on April 20, 2026.

Arrest Made in Calhoun Residential Fire and Theft

Georgia Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John F. King announced the arrest of Jorge Matilde Gonzalez in connection with a residential fire and cash theft in Calhoun, Georgia. The investigation involved multiple agencies and resulted in charges including Arson and Burglary.

Georgia Auto Insurance Rate Reductions Announced

Georgia Insurance Commissioner John F. King announced auto insurance rate reductions for three Country Mutual Insurance affiliates, resulting in an overall 6% average reduction and approximately $7.52 million in savings for tens of thousands of policyholders. The announcement highlights the state's competitive insurance market.

State Farm Dividend for Georgia Auto Policyholders

Georgia Insurance Commissioner John F. King announced that State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company is issuing a $5 billion dividend nationwide, with Georgia policyholders receiving nearly $279 million. This dividend represents an 8% return on premium for eligible private passenger auto policyholders.

Georgia Insurance Commissioner Urges Smoke Alarm Checks

Georgia Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John F. King is reminding residents to check their smoke alarms when Daylight Saving Time ends. This proactive measure aims to ensure functioning smoke alarms in homes to enhance fire safety.

Allstate Auto Rate Reduction in Georgia

Georgia Insurance Commissioner John F. King announced a 5% reduction in Allstate auto insurance rates, projected to save Georgia policyholders $17.7 million in 2026. This follows similar rate decreases from other major insurers in the state.

Mississippi River Commission Public Meetings Announced

The Department of the Army's Corps of Engineers has issued a notice announcing public meetings for the Mississippi River Commission to be held in Spring 2026. The notice provides dates, times, and locations for these meetings, which are open to the public and will cover various issues affecting the Commission and Corps programs.

CFTC Agency Information Collection Activities Correction

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) issued a correction to a previously published notice regarding agency information collection activities under OMB review. This correction amends a date within the notice, changing the comment deadline from June 24, 2026, to March 27, 2026.

BaFin Suspects Illegal Share Offering by High Performance Battery Holding AG

BaFin suspects High Performance Battery Holding AG of illegally offering shares in Germany without a required prospectus. Consumers are advised to invest only based on legally required information and to report suspicious activities.

BaFin Imposes Fine on DLT Securities GmbH

BaFin has imposed three fines totaling €140,000 on DLT Securities GmbH for violations of the German Money Laundering Act (GwG). The decision became legally binding on February 18, 2026.