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Investigators say they have 15 ‘credible’ reports of escort encounters with Rex Heuermann
Investigators say fifteen sex workers who are currently behind bars had “credible” encounters with suspected Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann.This comes after the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office launched an investigation when Heuermann was arrested in July 2023. They have spoken to nearly 300 sex workers in Long Island correctional facilities.Heuermann is charged with killing…
Biden vows to keep running as signs point to rapidly eroding support for him on Capitol Hill
WASHINGTON (AP) — A defiant President Joe Biden vowed Wednesday to keep running for reelection, rejecting growing pressure from Democrats to withdraw after a disastrous debate performance raised questions about his readiness to keep campaigning, much less win in November. But increasingly ominous signs were mounting for the president. Two Democratic lawmakers have called on…
Suspect in deadly nail salon crash had prior DWI conviction
Court documents say Steven Schwally the man accused of driving drunk and killing four people in a crash at a Deer Park nail salon had a prior DWI conviction. Record show Schwall had a DWI arrest in March 2013. Reportely he struck a mailbox in Dix Hills, and then fled the scene.
Manhattan College and Nassau Community College announce articulation agreement
Partnership supports transfer students seamlessly transition and have the opportunity for merit-based scholarships JULY 2, 2024, Riverdale, NY – Manhattan College announced a Principal Articulation Agreement with Nassau Community College (NCC) to help NCC students transfer credits seamlessly. The Agreement establishes a mutually beneficial partnership between the colleges that will promote degree completion and create a…
Ann Wilson announces cancer diagnosis, postpones Heart tour
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Ann Wilson, lead singer of rock band Heart, says she has cancer and the band is postponing the remaining shows on its Royal Flush Tour while she undergoes treatment. Wilson said in a statement Tuesday that she underwent a surgery to remove a cancerous growth and is recovering steadily, but that…
Hot dog eating champs will duke it out July 4. Contestants hail from a dozen states
(AP) Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog-eating contest is coming up this week. The yearly bun fight, which dates back to 1972, sees large crowds of fans in foam hot-dog hats gather in front of the original Nathan’s Famous’ restaurant in Coney Island, Brooklyn, to cheer on the competitors as they chow down. The…
Judge delays Trump’s hush money sentencing until at least September after high court immunity ruling
By JAKE OFFENHARTZ and JENNIFER PELTZ Associated PressIn a major reprieve for former President Donald Trump, sentencing for his hush money convictions was postponed Tuesday until at least September — if ever — as the judge agreed to weigh the possible impact of a new Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity. Trump had been scheduled…
Mets OF Brandon Nimmo sits out against Nationals after fainting in hotel room and cutting forehead
WASHINGTON (AP) — New York Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo will miss Monday night’s game against the Washington Nationals after fainting in his hotel room overnight and hitting his head when he fell. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said Nimmo cut his forehead, but did not have a concussion. “He went through all the tests this morning,”…
MTA Announces Fourth of July Holiday Service Plan
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) announced service details for the upcoming July 4 holiday. On Thursday, July 4, the LIRR will operate on a Sunday schedule, with off-peak fares in effect all day. Getting to Montauk On Tuesday, July 2, the 5:13 p.m. train from Penn Station to Speonk will be extended to operate all…
Supreme Court rules ex-presidents have broad immunity, dimming chance of a pre-election Trump trial
By MARK SHERMAN Associated PressWASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Monday ruled for the first time that former presidents have broad immunity from prosecution, extending the delay in the Washington criminal case against Donald Trump on charges he plotted to overturn his 2020 presidential election loss and all but ending prospects the former president…
Driver charged with DWI after New York nail salon crash that killed 4 and injured 9
Police on Long Island say they have arrested a man who is accused of driving while intoxicated after authorities say he crashed his SUV into a nail salon. The crash killed four people and injured nine others. Suffolk County Police said Saturday that Steven Schwally had been speeding through the parking lot when he drove…
plane makes emergency landing on Fire Island beach
A single-engine plane made an emergency landing on the beach on Fire Island Monday afternoon.Two people were aboard the plane when it landed just after 12 p.m.The plane is registered to Icarus Flying Academy based out of Republic Airport in Farmingdale. There were no reports of any injuries.It was not yet clear why the plane…