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Blakeman claims collusion between Hofstra and Hard Rock International
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman is claiming that Hofstra President, Susan Poser, is blocking the development of the Las Vegas Sands Casino because she is colluding with Florida-based Hard Rock Cafe Inc., in an effort to boost Hard Rock’s goal of opening a casino in Queens. At a press conference on Thursday, Blakeman revealed screenshots…
Human remains found in Babylon park
A group of teenagers walking to school found a human left arm at Southards Pond Park in Babylon Thursday morning. A police dog later found a leg about a mile away, later in the evening, a right arm was found close to where the first arm had been discovered. Police did not share whether the…
The House approves a short-term extension to avoid a shutdown. Senators are up next to vote
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House passed another short-term spending measure Thursday that would keep one set of federal agencies operating through March 8 and another set through March 22, avoiding a shutdown for parts of the federal government that would otherwise kick in Saturday. The Senate is expected to vote on the bill later in…
Supreme Court sets April arguments over whether Trump can be prosecuted for election interference
By MARK SHERMAN Associated PressWASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Wednesday agreed to decide whether former President Donald Trump can be prosecuted on charges he interfered with the 2020 election, calling into question whether his case could go to trial before the November election.While the court set a course for a quick resolution, it…
Stolen van filled with stolen credit cards
Old Westbury police stopped a minivan yesterday that was reported stolen in Suffolk County a month ago. Investigators say they found New York state driver’s licenses in various people’s names, a credit card skimming device and debit cards in multiple names in the van. The suspect is facing multiple charges. Law enforcement agencies are working…
Humorously morose comedian Richard Lewis, who recently starred on ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm,’ dies at 76
By MARK KENNEDY AP Entertainment WriterNEW YORK (AP) — Richard Lewis, an acclaimed comedian known for exploring his neuroses in frantic, stream-of-consciousness diatribes while dressed in all-black, leading to his nickname “The Prince of Pain,” has died. He was 76.Lewis, who revealed he had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2023, died at his home…
Appellate judge refuses to halt Trump’s $454 million fraud penalty while he appeals
By MICHAEL R. SISAK and JENNIFER PELTZ Associated PressNEW YORK (AP) — A New York appellate judge on Wednesday refused to halt collection of Donald Trump’s $454 million civil fraud penalty while he appeals, leaving the former president less than a month to pay the staggering sum or secure a bond covering the full amount…
Wendy’s says it has no plans to raise prices during the busiest times at its restaurants
(AP) Wendy’s says that it has no plans to increase prices during the busiest times at its restaurants. The burger chain clarified its stance on how it will approach pricing after various media reports said that the company was looking to test having the prices of its menu items fluctuate throughout the day based on…
McConnell will step down as the Senate Republican leader in November after a record run in the job
By MICHAEL TACKETT Associated PressWASHINGTON (AP) — Mitch McConnell says he’ll step down as Senate Republican leader in November. The 82-year-old Kentucky lawmaker is the longest-serving Senate leader in history. He’s maintained his power in the face of dramatic changes in the Republican Party. He made the announcement Wednesday on the Senate floor. He said…
Suozzi to be sworn in tonight
Tom Suozzi is set to be sworn into the House of Representatives Wednesday evening, giving Democrats an additional seat congress narrowing the Republicans’ slim majority for the remainder of the year.Suozzi will be sworn in by Speaker Mike Johnson bringing the total number of lawmakers back to 432, made up of 219 Republicans and 213…
Toyota recalling 381,000 Tacoma pickups because parts can fall off rear axles, increasing crash risk
DETROIT (AP) — Toyota is recalling about 381,000 Tacoma midsize pickup trucks in the U.S. because a part can separate from the rear axle, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall covers certain trucks from the 2022 and 2023 model years. Toyota said in a statement Tuesday that welding debris left on the ends…
2 men convicted of killing Run-DMC’s Jam Master Jay, nearly 22 years after rap star’s death
NEW YORK (AP) — Two men were convicted of murder Tuesday in the death of Run-DMC star Jam Master Jay, a brazen 2002 shooting in the rap legend’s studio. An anonymous Brooklyn federal jury found Karl Jordan Jr. and Ronald Washington guilty of killing the pioneering DJ over what prosecutors characterized as revenge for a…