7-Eleven to Pay $1.2 Million in Settlement Over Illegal E-Cigarette Sales Near Schools

Washington, D.C. — A settlement has been reached between retail chain 7-Eleven and the District of Columbia following allegations that several of its locations violated regulations aimed at shielding children from electronic smoking products. The company has agreed to pay $1.2 million to resolve the claims, which surfaced after investigations revealed that 16 stores were selling vaping devices within a quarter-mile of schools. The District of Columbia’s Attorney General, Brian L. Schwalb, announced the resolution after his office conducted a thorough inquiry into these practices. The regulation prohibiting the sale of vapes, e-cigarettes, and other … Read more

Quick Verdict: Williamsport Man Sentenced for Fentanyl Sales in Swift 15-Minute Jury Decision

Williamsport, Pa. — A jury swiftly convicted Sean Patrick Ford of selling fentanyl to undercover informants during a trial that lasted just five hours. The jury, comprising five women and 11 men, delivered the unanimous verdict after a brief 15-minute deliberation. Ford, 56, was found guilty of multiple drug-related charges, including two counts of selling fentanyl and illegal use of a cellphone. Following the ruling, his bail was revoked, and he was taken into custody. The case centered around controlled buys of fentanyl from Ford in January 2022, facilitated by a confidential informant who tragically … Read more

Investors Unite: Securities Class Action Launched Against RxSight, Inc. Amid Sales Misrepresentation Claims

New York, Aug. 25, 2025 – A securities class action lawsuit has been initiated against RxSight, Inc., a company listed on NASDAQ under the ticker RXST, following claims that the firm misrepresented the demand for its products. This lawsuit was initiated by a shareholder on behalf of investors who purchased or acquired RxSight securities from November 7, 2024, to July 8, 2025. Investors who held shares during this specified period may be eligible to participate in the class action. Those affected are encouraged to reflect on whether they experienced any financial losses related to their … Read more

Idaho Pharmacy at Center of Ivermectin Controversy: Co-Owner Lawmaker Navigates New Over-the-Counter Sales Legislation Amid Regulatory Confusion

Hayden, Idaho — A pharmacy co-owned by a local lawmaker is one of the few in the state selling ivermectin over the counter, following a new law that allows such sales. The move comes amid ongoing debates regarding the drug’s legality and safety, especially after its heightened visibility during the COVID-19 pandemic. Ivermectin, an anti-parasitic commonly used for both humans and animals, has sparked significant interest since the pandemic began. Despite its popularity as a treatment for COVID-19, the federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not endorse its use for the virus, pointing to … Read more