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Amandeep Singh, 36, of Roslyn, was sentenced to between eight and 25 years behind bars in Nassau County Court on Friday, Feb. 7. It followed his guilty plea to aggravated vehicular homicide in the deaths of two tens. Photo Credit: Nassau…
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The bill (H.R.5366 - Patriot Day Act) emphasizes the importance of honoring the nearly 3,000 individuals who lost their lives during the attacks, as well as recognizing the heroism of first responders and the unity displayed by Americans…
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East Hampton officials say they will not enforce federal immigration laws, emphasizing that undocumented workers, including maids, landscapers, and nannies, are not at risk of deportation by local authorities. The department's role is to…
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Schumer stood alongside Rep. Maxine Waters, D-Calif., and several other Democrats at a "Nobody Elected Elon" rally. Schumer, while holding Waters' hand, chanted "we will win, we will win, we will win," before pausing and saying, "we won't…
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According to Nassau County Detectives Jonathan Louissaint is charged with Burglary,, two counts of Assault, Robbery, two counts of Attempted Robbery, Grand Larceny, Reckless Endangerment, two counts of Attempted Grand Larceny, Criminal…
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Alan Anderson, 60, of Oakdale, was sentenced to 10 months in jail for possessing and submitting 12 forged doctor notes to his employer to avoid having to appear for work. OAKDALE, NY - According to authorities, Alan Anderson, a…
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Over 150 restaurants expected to take part this winter. Diners are encouraged to make reservations in advance to ensure seating at their preferred establishments. The Winter 2025 edition is currently underway, running from Sunday, January…
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Jim Acosta, a prominent CNN anchor and former chief White House correspondent, has announced his departure from the network after an 18-year tenure. Acosta's decision follows CNN's recent programming changes, which…
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If enacted, NYHIPA will impose stringent compliance requirements on digital health companies operating in or serving residents of New York. These entities will need to reassess their data collection and processing practices to ensure they…
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Protestors advocating for net neutrality rally on the streets of Philadelphia, Saturday, January 13, 2018. Shortly after the November 2024 election, CEOs of major technology companies, including Apple, Meta, Microsoft, and Alphabet, have…
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A bridge over the river in Connetquot River State Park Preserve in the Town of Islip, Long Island, NY; one of 10 bridges on the Island that are rated as poor based on federal standards, which classify bridges with a condition rating of…
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Admissions were linked to long-standing illegal gambling operations in Brooklyn and Long Island, which involved betting parlors and other covert gambling activities. In April 2024, Salvatore Rubino, known as “Sal the…
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Nassau County Police Department continues to investigate the recent stabbing, urging any witnesses or individuals with information to come forward. File photo: Leonard Zhukovsky, licensed. VALLEY STREAM, NY - A 17-year-old male has…
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All three defendants were arraigned on January 17, 2025, at First District Court in Hempstead. In New York, Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance is classified as a felony; defendants can face extensive jail time. FLORAL PARK, NY -…
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Monitoring by Brookhaven National Laboratory confirmed that particles from the wildfires in Los Angeles have reached Long Island. While these particulates are present in lower concentrations compared to areas closer to the fires, they may…
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Tracey Nix, 67, was acquitted of aggravated manslaughter in the 2022 death of 7-month-old Uriel Schock. The jury found her guilty, however, of leaving a child in a vehicle in excess of 15 minutes causing great bodily harm. Image credit…
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The uniformed officers will be on patrol from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. over the next six months, and the state will pay for the cost, “The chaos must end,” Hochul said at a recent press conference. File photo: John Nacion, licensed. NEW YORK…
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There has been a decline in households with individuals under 18 on Long Island. Trend has significant implications for housing, services, and the overall socioeconomic landscape of the region. File photo: Andrey_Popov, licensed. …
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The crash resulted in the deaths of two backseat passengers: 21-year-old Haily Dsouza and 23-year-old Crystal Alba-Figueroa. Authorities reported that Alba-Figueroa was ejected from the vehicle upon impact, while Haily Dsouza was trapped…
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A high-ranking member of the notoriously deadly MS-13 gang, Jairo Saenz, 28, pleaded guilty in a case with a connection to eight-murders on Long Island.  BRENTWOOD, NY - Jairo "Funny" Saenz, a high-ranking member of MS-13 pleaded guilty…
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A Long Island police officer Brendon Gallaghe is fighting for his life after a high-speed pursuit resulted in a crash so serious that it took emergency services officers more than 30 minutes to remove him from his vehicle. BRENTWOOD,…
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Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced a complete termination of its DEI programs, including initiatives related to training, hiring, and supplier selection. In an internal memo, the company cited changes in the legal and policy environment as…
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Under the watchful eyes of the Vice President, who serves as the President of the Senate, today’s joint session of Congress was marked by a procedural count of the electoral votes. The session proceeded smoothly with minimal disruptions,…
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Following an investigation, authorities identified Veronica Marmol, 39, of 125th Street, as the driver of the vehicle. She was taken into custody without incident. She was scheduled to be arraigned Thursday, January 2, 2025, at the First…
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14-year-old Emmarae Gervasi was reportedly last seen barefoot and without a jacket, leaving her Terrell Street home to retrieve something from a car. Surveillance footage later showed her entering a blue Honda, which drove away. Photo:…
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Jeremy Emmanuel Lopez Ramirez, 27, was charged with second-degree murder in the death of Josefina Ramirez Montero at their home on Old Sunrise Highway on the evening of Christmas Eve. MASSAPEQUA, NY - Nassau County Police have charged…
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Early findings suggest the victim did not set himself on fire. No arrests have been made, and police have not disclosed further details about the circumstances leading to the incident. Investigations are ongoing. File photo: Nandani…
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Stephanie Ceballos, 31, of Hicksville, was charged with second degree assault, third degree assault and forth degree criminal mischief. She was expected to be arraigned today, Thursday, December 26, 2024 at First District Court, 99 Main…
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The Suffolk County Medical Examiner confirmed that the bone is human, but further investigation is required to identify the individual it belonged to. Preliminary assessments suggest the jawbone likely came from a male, acccording to a…
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Police used body camera footage and surveillance images to identify and locate the suspect, an immigrant from Guatemala. He was carrying a lighter when taken into custody, and charges are pending. Officials believe the suspect and the…
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