Mott v. Miller et al - Court Opinion

The U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware has issued an opinion in the case Mott v. Miller et al. The opinion, case number 24-1035, was issued by Judge Gregory B. Williams. This document represents a judicial decision within the U.S. court system.

DHS: Zero Illegal Aliens Released at Border for Tenth Straight Month

The Department of Homeland Security announced its tenth consecutive month with zero illegal aliens released at the U.S. border. The press release highlights a significant decrease in border crossings and apprehensions, attributing this to robust enforcement policies. February data also indicated a substantial increase in drug seizures.

DHS Staffer Impersonates Attorney to Enter ICE Facility

DHS Director Todd M. Lyons sent a letter to Texas Rep. Veronica Escobar detailing how her staffer, Benito Torres, impersonated an attorney to gain access to ICE facilities on at least 11 occasions and violated facility rules by passing a cell phone to detainees. As a result, Torres is prohibited from accessing any ICE facility.

ICE Arrests Criminal Aliens Convicted of Murder, Sex Crimes, Drug Trafficking

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced the arrest of numerous undocumented immigrants convicted of serious crimes, including murder, sex offenses against minors, and drug trafficking. The press release highlights the agency's focus on removing individuals who have committed crimes in the United States.

ICE Arrests Individual for Road Rage and Knife Threat in Pennsylvania

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced the arrest of Christopher Leon Bailey, an undocumented immigrant from Jamaica, in Pennsylvania. Bailey is charged with aggravated assault, attempted murder, and other offenses related to a road rage incident where he allegedly ran over a victim and threatened him with a knife.

OJJDP FY25 Second Chance Act Grant Opportunity

The Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) has announced a FY25 grant opportunity through the Second Chance Act. This funding aims to support programs for incarcerated parents and their minor children, with a total award pool of $4,200,000.

BJA FY25 Public Safety and Mental Health Initiative Grant Opportunity

The Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) has announced the FY25 Public Safety and Mental Health Initiative, offering grants to support comprehensive service networks addressing mental illness and substance use at the intersection of justice systems. The initiative aims to provide funding for crisis stabilization, treatment services, housing access, and technology modernization.

BJA FY25 Crime Gun Intelligence Center Integration Initiative Grant

The Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) has announced the FY25 Crime Gun Intelligence Center Integration Initiative, a grant opportunity aimed at enhancing local law enforcement's ability to combat firearm-related crime. The initiative, a partnership with the ATF, seeks to improve intelligence utilization, crime gun identification, and prosecution of offenders.

Department of Education Braille Training Program Grant Opportunity

The Department of Education, through its Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services, has announced a Braille Training Program grant opportunity (ALN 84.235E). The program aims to fund projects that provide braille training for vocational rehabilitation and educational personnel, develop training materials, and promote braille literacy and nonvisual access technology. Applications are due March 27, 2026.

UMB Bank, N.A. v. Tupulua - Mortgage Foreclosure Affirmation

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's foreclosure decree in favor of UMB Bank, N.A. The appellate court upheld the decision based on a stipulated fact that the plaintiff's predecessor held possession of the note at the commencement of the action, despite the defendants' arguments regarding standing.