Attorney General Merrick B. Garland Announces Launch of Task Force KleptoCapture

Task Force Will Surge Federal Law Enforcement Resources to Hold Accountable Corrupt Russian Oligarchs

Today, Attorney General Merrick B. Garland announced the launch of Task Force KleptoCapture, an interagency law enforcement task force dedicated to enforcing the sweeping sanctions, export restrictions, and economic countermeasures that the United States has imposed, along with allies and partners, in response to Russia’s unprovoked military invasion of Ukraine.

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Governor DeWine, Lt. Governor Husted Announce New Projects Expected to Create More Than $117 Million in Investments

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today announced the approval of assistance for six projects set to create 1,937 new jobs and retain 2,597 jobs statewide. During its monthly meeting, the Ohio Tax Credit Authority (TCA) reviewed economic development proposals brought to the board by JobsOhio and its regional partners.Read full story

Knox County Sheriff’s Report – Mar 02, 2022


Knox County Sheriff’s Report – Mar 02, 2022
(Information courtesy of The Knox County Sheriff’s Office)

March 1
A complainant advised someone representing law enforcement from Texas called her husband and obtained personal information.

A complainant contacted the Knox County Sheriff’s Office regarding an abandoned vehicle located on their neighbor’s property.… Read full story

Governor DeWine, ODOT Support Ukraine by Lighting Bridges in the Colors of the Ukrainian Flag

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)— To show additional support for the people of Ukraine, Governor Mike DeWine has directed the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) to illuminate the state’s two lighted bridges in blue and yellow, the colors of the Ukrainian flag. 

“This is a way to show our support of the Ukrainian people in their struggle against Russia’s unprovoked attack on their country,” said Governor DeWine.Read full story

Tax Time Guide: IRS reminds taxpayers to report gig economy income, virtual currency transactions, foreign source income and assets

 

WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers of their reporting and potential tax obligations from working in the gig economy, making virtual currency transactions, earning foreign-source income or holding certain foreign assets. Information available on IRS.gov and instructions on Form 1040 can help taxpayers in understanding and meeting these reporting and tax requirements.… Read full story