Crime & Public Safety

10/01/2026 · Macon County

US Sanctions Target Sinaloa Cartel in Baja California

The United States announced sanctions against 21 individuals and 25 entities reportedly linked to the Sinaloa Cartel. These actions target cartel leader Ismael Zambada Sicairos and others accused of enabling cartel operations along the U.S.-Mexico border.

09/30/2026

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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

Crime

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

Crime

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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FBI Director Patel Addresses Lawmakers at Oversight Hearing

FBI Director Kash Patel testified before a congressional oversight committee on Tuesday. Lawmakers questioned Patel about leadership decisions and modifications within the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

09/27/2026

Crime

Chinese State-Sponsored Hackers Use AI on Compromised Networks, Google Reports

A recent report by Google's Mandiant security division details how a Chinese state-sponsored hacking group utilizes AI within victim networks. This technique helps the group, identified as APT40, to avoid detection and refine its operations.

09/26/2026

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of Unknown will conduct a public hearing on the following matter: Proposed amendments to the Unknown Zoning Ordinance, Section 4.1, regarding commercial property setbacks. The hearing will take place on Tuesday, October 27, 2023, at 7:00 PM in the City Council Chambers, located at 123 Main Street, Unknown, AL 35XXX. All interested parties are invited to attend and present their views. Written comments may be submitted to the City Clerk prior to the hearing.