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McKeesport man sentenced to 18 years for cocaine trafficking

A McKeesport, Pennsylvania resident has been sentenced to 18 years in federal prison for cocaine trafficking.

By Pittsburgh Review | Jan 15, 2025

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Eric G. Olshan resigns as United States Attorney for Western District

United States Attorney Eric G. Olshan has announced his resignation, effective January 19, 2025.

By Pittsburgh Review | Jan 15, 2025

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Glassport man pleads guilty to illegal firearm possession

By Pittsburgh Review | Jan 15, 2025

A Glassport resident has admitted guilt in a federal court for possessing a firearm and ammunition as a convicted felon, according to an announcement by United States Attorney Eric G. Olshan.

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Beaver County man sentenced for role in cocaine trafficking

By Pittsburgh Review | Jan 10, 2025

A resident of Rochester, Pennsylvania, Roberto Muniz Sanchez, has been sentenced to 15 months in federal prison for his involvement in a cocaine trafficking conspiracy.

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New Castle residents sentenced for roles in Puerto Rico-to-Pennsylvania cocaine trafficking

By Pittsburgh Review | Dec 19, 2024

Two residents of New Castle, Pennsylvania, were sentenced in federal court for their involvement in a cocaine trafficking operation spanning from Puerto Rico to Western Pennsylvania.

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Headline: Rep. Summer Lee addresses scams, financial regulation changes, and West Bank violence

By Pittsburgh Review | Dec 13, 2024

In recent social media updates from December 11-13, Rep. Summer Lee highlighted critical issues affecting her constituents and beyond: local scam warnings involving fake USPS alerts; significant progress on reducing high overdraft fees following...

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Rep. Summer Lee addresses USPS concerns and celebrates local legislative wins

By Pittsburgh Review | Dec 11, 2024

In recent tweets dated December 10 and 11, Rep. Summer Lee discussed constituent concerns about USPS working conditions while also celebrating legislative achievements benefiting Western Pennsylvania's waterways through the Water Resource...

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Jordan Neely acquittal draws reaction from Rep. Summer Lee

By Pittsburgh Review | Dec 10, 2024

In recent tweets, Rep. Summer Lee addressed various issues including vigilante violence following Daniel Penny's acquittal on December 9, highlighted operational updates for PA-12 constituents on December 10, and criticized Pharmacy Benefit...

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Summer Lee emphasizes census significance and criticizes Trump's cabinet picks

By Pittsburgh Review | Dec 7, 2024

In recent tweets dated December 6-7, Rep. Summer Lee highlights critical issues including census importance for community funding and criticizes billionaire influence in Trump's cabinet selections while also acknowledging Pittsburgh Public Radio's...

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Summer Lee addresses consumer protection and transgender rights in recent tweets

By Pittsburgh Review | Dec 5, 2024

Rep. Summer Lee's recent tweets highlight significant issues including consumer protection and transgender rights amid policy debates.

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Honduran man faces charges for illegal re-entry into United States

By Pittsburgh Review | Dec 5, 2024

A resident of Honduras has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Pittsburgh for illegal re-entry into the United States, according to an announcement made by United States Attorney Eric G. Olshan.

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Ohio man sentenced for cocaine trafficking in Western Pennsylvania

By Pittsburgh Review | Dec 4, 2024

A man from Northfield, Ohio, has been sentenced to 34 months in federal prison for trafficking cocaine in Western Pennsylvania.

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Wilkinsburg man pleads guilty to firearm possession charges

By Pittsburgh Review | Dec 3, 2024

A former Wilkinsburg resident has admitted guilt in a federal court to charges related to firearm possession and attempts to obstruct their seizure.

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Pittsburgh man pleads guilty to federal firearms charge

By Pittsburgh Review | Dec 3, 2024

A Pittsburgh resident has admitted guilt in a federal court for violating firearms laws, according to an announcement by United States Attorney Eric G. Olshan.

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Summer Lee addresses justice reform and healthcare deadlines

By Pittsburgh Review | Dec 3, 2024

U.S. Congresswoman Summer Lee recently tweeted about issues including sentencing disparities, Medicare enrollment deadlines, and state-level abortion legislation.

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Summer Lee addresses social issues from local to global concerns

By Pittsburgh Review | Nov 26, 2024

In a series of tweets dated November 25-26, 2024, Rep. Summer Lee discusses domestic policy priorities such as housing and healthcare while also highlighting her engagement with community events in Pittsburgh and expressing support for democratic...

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Summer Lee highlights key issues from AI legislation to visa waiver discrimination

By Pittsburgh Review | Nov 22, 2024

Congresswoman Summer Lee addresses significant legislative and social issues via Twitter posts dated November 21-22, including AI legislation progress and calls against discrimination in visa programs while celebrating community development...

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Headline: Rep. Summer Lee addresses key issues including diversity act opposition

By Pittsburgh Review | Nov 21, 2024

In recent tweets dated November 20-21, Rep. Summer Lee criticized Republican approaches toward marginalized communities while opposing specific legislation aimed at dismantling diversity initiatives.

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Freedom resident sentenced for receiving material depicting sexual exploitation of a minor

By Pittsburgh Review | Nov 20, 2024

A Freedom, Pennsylvania resident has been sentenced to over six years in federal prison for receiving material depicting the sexual exploitation of a minor.

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Pittsburgh residents indicted for conspiracy and vandalism at Jewish building

By Pittsburgh Review | Nov 20, 2024

Two individuals from the Pittsburgh area have been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges related to conspiracy and vandalism of a religious building, according to an announcement by United States Attorney Eric G. Olshan.