Defiance County Grand Jury Issues Indictments for Over $120,000 in Child Support Violations and Multiple Other Crimes

Defiance, Ohio — A recent session of the Defiance County Grand Jury led to multiple indictments, highlighting ongoing issues related to child support and other criminal activities in the area. Prosecuting Attorney Morris J. Murray reported the findings of the Grand Jury’s proceedings on May 6, 2025. Among the most significant cases are five individuals indicted for failing to provide child support, collectively amassing over $120,000 in unpaid obligations. Michael Provilus, 35, of Binghamton, New York, faces two felony charges for non-support. He is accused of neglecting his duty to support his child, who is … Read more

Colorado Joins Nationwide Legal Battle Against Trump Admin’s Cuts to AmeriCorps, Defending Community Service and Support Programs

DENVER — Colorado has joined 24 other states and the District of Columbia in a lawsuit challenging budget cuts to AmeriCorps implemented by the Trump administration. The lawsuit asserts that these cuts effectively threaten the agency’s operations, claiming that only Congress has the authority to dismantle AmeriCorps. AmeriCorps has been a vital part of the federal landscape since its inception in 1993, providing support in various areas such as disaster relief, education, environmental initiatives, community health, and services for veterans, according to the legal filing. Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser emphasized the longstanding benefits of … Read more

Capital D Invests in AdTech Innovator Refinery89, Expanding Digital Publishing Support in Europe and LATAM

London, United Kingdom – In a strategic move to expand its portfolio in the advertising technology (AdTech) sector, London-based private equity firm Capital D recently acquired a minority share in Refinery89, an innovative AdTech platform known for its support to digital publishers across Europe and Latin America. This investment marks a continuation of Capital D’s efforts to partner with disruptive, founder-led companies in the European mid-market space. Refinery89, which was established in 2018 in Amsterdam and is now headquartered in Madrid, specializes in maximizing advertising revenue for both web and in-app publishers. The company’s operational … Read more

Nationwide Support: Over 1,000 Law Enforcement Agencies Unite to Honor Brave 13-Year-Old Cancer Fighter with Honorary Badge

Jacksonville, Illinois — In a heartwarming display of solidarity and support, over 1,000 law enforcement agencies from across the United States came together to honor a 13-year-old from Jacksonville who is currently battling cancer. Abigail Arias, who dreams of one day becoming a police officer, was ceremonially sworn in by various law enforcement bodies. This unprecedented event underscored the compassion and community spirit that law enforcement personnel brought to a young girl’s dream amid her fight for life. Abigail’s journey with cancer began when she was diagnosed at a very young age. Despite the severity … Read more