Tony Fredericks
Freelance Journalist · Denver, CO
PureSource News LLC
Tony Fredericks is a Denver based freelance journalist whose work focuses on government, economics, business, and public policy across the Mountain West. His assignments frequently involve researching developing stories through public records, agency reports, corporate filings, and interviews with knowledgeable sources. Fredericks is particularly interested in explaining how broader economic and political developments affect businesses, institutions, and communities at the regional level.
Articles by Tony Fredericks
161 published articles — showing the 24 most recent
UN Western Sahara Mission Expires After Council Fails to Act
The MINURSO mandate expired at midnight on 31 October 2026 after the UN Security Council failed to adopt a resolution. A US draft received 11 votes in favour, 1 veto, and 3 abstentions.
FTC, 20 States Sue Dollar General Over Deceptive Pricing
The Federal Trade Commission and 20 states sued Dollar General for allegedly charging customers more than advertised prices.
Novartis Presents Remibrutinib Trial Results at MSToronto2026
Novartis presented Phase III REMODEL trial results for remibrutinib in relapsing multiple sclerosis at the MSToronto2026 meeting. The findings were published in The Lancet on October 23, 2026.
Trump Orders Lower Mortgage Costs and Interest Rates
President Donald Trump signed an order directing agencies to lower mortgage insurance costs and reduce interest rates on specific government loans.
Rural Housing Service Allows Loans for Homes With Units
The Rural Housing Service amended rules to allow loan guarantees for homes with income-producing accessory dwelling units. Lenders cannot use potential rental income from these units to calculate an applicant's debt ratios.
West Texas Issued Moderate Excessive Rainfall Risk
The Weather Prediction Center issued a Moderate Risk of excessive rainfall for West Texas on October 15, 2026. Forecasts indicate over 70 percent probability of rain exceeding five inches in the Lower Pecos River basin.
Batista Pleads Guilty to Racketeering and Drug Conspiracy
Janoy Batista pleaded guilty to racketeering and drug conspiracy charges involving the Trinitarios gang. He faces up to life in prison and a $250,000 fine when sentenced on Jan. 7, 2027. Federal charges have been unsealed against a total of 56 defendants linked to 11 federally charged murders.
NRC Renews AP1000 Design Certification Through 2046
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission renewed the AP1000 design certification for 40 years on October 13, 2026. The renewal incorporates Revision 20 of the AP1000 design control document.
Treasury Sanctions International Criminal Court, Issues Licenses
The U.S. Treasury designated the International Criminal Court as a sanctioned entity and issued four general licenses.
Bonta Leads 17 States Opposing Roadless Rule Rescission
Attorney General Rob Bonta and 17 states filed comments opposing a federal rule to rescind roadless area protections. The change could open 4.4 million acres in California to logging, mining, and road construction.
Education Department Acts Against Los Angeles School District
The U.S. Department of Education and Justice announced an enforcement action against the Los Angeles Unified School District on October 5, 2026.
Deisseroth, Hegemann, Nagel Win 2026 Nobel Prize
Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann, and Georg Nagel won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine on October 5. The trio receives 12 million Swedish kronor for discovering light-gated ion channels and developing optogenetics.
Brisbane 2032 Committee Launches Pink Cockatoo Emblem
The Brisbane 2032 committee launched the pink cockatoo emblem on Monday after an accidental leak. The design garnered 38 million views online before the official event.
FDA Classifies U.S. Hereditary Cancer DNA Test as Class II
The FDA classified a hereditary cancer DNA test system as Class II with special controls on October 5, 2026. This action mandates accuracy thresholds of at least 99.0 percent to ensure reliable clinical results.
LDS Leader Christofferson Calls Gambling Morally Wrong
Elder D. Todd Christofferson declared gambling morally wrong during a general conference address on Saturday. He cited 2.3 billion global gamblers while criticizing prediction markets for encouraging wagers on political events.
Galveston Sheriff Seizes Drugs, Guns in League City, Texas
Galveston County investigators arrested three people and seized narcotics and firearms in League City on October 1. Eric Zavala faces charges including delivery of a controlled substance with bond set at $330,000.
Father, Son Charged With Selling Kratom Linked to Deaths
Federal prosecutors charged Yahya Mohamed Mosleh and his son with selling illegal kratom products linked to two University of Mississippi student deaths.
Voters Favor Democrats on Cost of Living in New Poll
A NORC poll finds 38% of registered voters prefer Democrats on cost of living, up from a split in February. The survey of 1,766 voters also shows 55% view the Republican Party as too extreme.
Hawaii's Hōlei Sea Arch Collapses Into Pacific Ocean
The Hōlei Sea Arch in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park collapsed between September 23 and September 27. Officials warn visitors to avoid unstable cliff edges near the former site due to falling hazards.
Montenegro Extradites Amir Barati to U.S. for Hacking
Montenegro extradited Amir Barati to the United States on October 1, 2026, to face federal hacking charges. The indictment alleges his cyberattacks caused $3.4 billion in damage and targeted hundreds of universities.
Chattanooga Fire Crews Extinguish Drummond Drive Blaze
Chattanooga firefighters extinguished a home fire on Drummond Drive on October 1, 2026. Two adults and two children were displaced as a result of the fire with no injuries reported.
Defense Center Breach Exposes 3 Million Records in U.S.
The Defense Manpower Data Center confirmed a breach exposed personal data of 3 million people. Affected individuals will receive year-long credit monitoring and identity-restoration services.
Former Special Counsel Jack Smith to Testify Before Senate Judiciary Committee on Abuse Claims
Former special counsel Jack Smith will testify before the Senate Judiciary Committee on September 29, 2026, regarding allegations of abuse of authority.
Trump Administration Asks Supreme Court to Enforce Transgender Care Ban
The Trump administration filed an emergency appeal Monday seeking to enforce restrictions on gender-affirming care for federal inmates. The policy change affects over 600 prisoners and blocks hormone therapy and surgeries.