• Reuters

    Former US Army staffer pleads guilty to defrauding Gold Star families

    A former U.S. Army financial counselor pleaded guilty on Tuesday to defrauding grieving military families out of life insurance payments, in a scheme whose alleged victims included widows and a 13-year-old girl whose father had died. Caz Craffy, 41, of Colts Neck, New Jersey, could face about eight to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to all 10 charges he faced, including wire fraud, securities fraud and making false statements. "Those who target and steal from the families of fallen American servicemembers will be held accountable for their crimes," Attorney General Merrick Garland said in a statement.

  • Kansas City Star

    Former Royals player accused of staging car accident for insurance purposes

    The Chief Financial Officer for the state of Florida said four people were arrested for staging an accident and face up to 10 years in prison. Former Royals shortstop Yuniesky Betancourt was among those charged.

  • Fort Worth Star-Telegram

    Texas Rangers recall top draft pick Jack Leiter. When will he get his first start?

    With injuries piling up, Rangers turn to their top draft pick from the 2022 draft.