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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…
Macy’s to close 150 namesake stores as sales slip, pivot to luxury with new Bloomingdale’s locations
NEW YORK (AP) — Macy’s will close 150 unproductive namesake stores over the next three years including 50 by year-end, the department store operator said Tuesday after posting a fourth-quarter loss and declining sales. As part of the strategy, Macy’s aims to upgrade its remaining 350 stores, with plans to add more salespeople to fitting…
Long Island Nets player shot outside Philadelphia bar
Long Island Nets player Terry Roberts was hit by a stray bullet outside a Philadelphia bar over the weekend,Roberts and a friend had stopped at the bar, when a gunfight broke out on the street and Roberts was struck.Roberts was in critical condition , but doctor say he will recover.Four suspects got away, The shooting…
Patient charged after swinging a wheelchair footrest at nurse
Nassau Police say a patient at Nassau University Medical Center was arrested and charged after using a wheelchair footrest as a weapon and injuring a staff member.The suspect was being treated at the hospital when he became violent with hospital staff and swung the footrest at a nurse injuring his right hand. He was charged…