Crime & Public Safety

09/25/2026 · Otsego County

Hacking Group Claims Access to FBI Personnel Data

A hacking group claims to have accessed and stolen a large volume of sensitive personnel data belonging to FBI employees. The FBI confirmed an investigation into the alleged breach, focusing on its online job application portal.

09/25/2026

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Hacking Group Claims FBI Job Portal Breach, Data Theft

A cyber-extortion organization, ShinyHunters, states it compromised the FBI's jobs portal. The group claims it stole a substantial amount of sensitive files through this access. Federal authorities have not yet confirmed the alleged breach.

09/25/2026

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FBI Director Kash Patel Testifies Before Senate Judiciary Committee

FBI Director Kash Patel appeared before the Senate Judiciary Committee today. He delivered testimony to committee members during the public hearing.

09/25/2026

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Immigration Arrests Increase Amid Shifting Enforcement Strategies

Federal immigration authorities have increased arrests, changing their enforcement approach. They now work more closely with state and local police rather than relying heavily on prominent raids. This shift has contributed to a rise in overall immigration arrest numbers.

09/26/2026

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FBI Director Patel Addresses Senate Judiciary Committee

FBI Director Kash Patel appeared before the Senate Judiciary Committee for an oversight hearing. Senators questioned Patel regarding the agency's operations and his leadership.

09/26/2026

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Whistleblower Alleges State Law Violations in Federal Voter Initiative

A federal whistleblower alleges Department of Homeland Security personnel may have violated state laws. The allegations concern the 'Unlawful Voter Initiative,' a program focused on voter fraud investigations.

09/26/2026