Crime & Public Safety
09/28/2026 · Grainger County
FBI Accuses Five Men of Targeting Ukraine Supporters
The FBI claims five men engaged in a conspiracy to target individuals supportive of Ukraine. This alleged plot extended to actions within the United States and globally, according to federal investigators.
Patel Defends FBI Policy Change on Applicant Disqualifiers
Kash Patel, a former official in the Trump administration, defended the FBI's recent adjustment to its applicant suitability guidelines. The changes remove bestiality as an automatic disqualifier for potential agents, a decision Patel addressed during a recent Senate hearing. He also discussed the possibility of FBI agents at polling sites and other matters.
09/27/2026
FBI Investigates Claim of Stolen Agent Information
The Federal Bureau of Investigation is currently investigating a claim by hackers who state they have obtained detailed information belonging to all FBI agents. This alleged data includes names, roles, badge numbers, home addresses, phone numbers, and spouse information.
09/28/2026
FBI Investigates Cyberattack Claims Affecting Personnel Data, Jobs Website
The FBI is investigating claims made by a criminal hacking group regarding a data breach. The group asserts it stole sensitive data from thousands of agents and applicants and compromised the FBI's jobs website.
09/28/2026
U.S. Imposes Visa Restrictions on 32 Individuals Linked to Cybercrime
The U.S. Department of State announced visa restrictions on 32 individuals today. These individuals are associated with cybercrime and cyber-enabled fraud, including affiliations with the Prince Group, a transnational criminal organization.
09/28/2026
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