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Two Indicted in Brentwood Fatal Fentanyl Overdose Case
Two men have been indicted on Long Island in connection with a fatal fentanyl overdose that left a 4-year-old girl to discover her father dead in their Brentwood home, Suffolk County prosecutors announced. According to the district attorney’s office, investigators determined the victim died from fentanyl intoxication. The case led authorities to two suspects who…
Doja Cat, Post Malone and Tate McRae will perform at MTV VMAs. Here’s what to know about the show
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Pop singers Conan Gray and Tate McRae will each make their performance debut on the MTV Video Music Awards stage next month, the VMAs announced Tuesday.The newcomers are accompanied by more seasoned VMAs performers confirmed for this year’s roster, including Doja Cat, who will give the first ever televised performance of…
A shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school kills 2 children, injures 17 people
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A shooter opened fire with a rifle Wednesday through the windows of a Catholic church in Minneapolis and struck children celebrating Mass during the first week of school, killing two and wounding 17 people in an act of violence the police chief called “absolutely incomprehensible.”Armed with a rifle, shotgun and pistol, 23-year-old…
Woman arrested after threatening to burn down house with two children inside
Police say a Massapequa Park woman is facing charges after allegedly threatening to set a house on fire while two children were inside. Investigators say 46-year-old Stephanie Spada got into an argument with a 50-year-old man inside an Ocean Avenue home Tuesday. After the man left, police say Spada sent him a text threatening to…
Trump Administration Sets 2027 Start for $7B Penn Station Overhaul
The Trump administration announced Wednesday that construction on a $7 billion makeover of Penn Station will begin by the end of 2027. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy called the transit hub’s current condition “unacceptable,” citing aging infrastructure and overcrowded corridors. Under the plan, Amtrak will take the lead—ousting the MTA—after securing a $43 million federal grant…
Cracker Barrel is keeping its old-time logo after new design elicited an uproar
By DEE-ANN DURBIN AP Business WriterCracker Barrel said late Tuesday it’s returning to its old logo after critics — including President Donald Trump — protested the company’s plan to modernize.In a post on its website, Cracker Barrel said it will retain its old logo, which features an older man in overalls sitting next to a…
Governor Hochul Announces Next Phase of Route 347 Modernization in Suffolk County
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that work has begun on the next phase of the State Route 347 Reconstruction Project in Suffolk County, several months ahead of schedule. The $44.7 million project will upgrade and rebuild a one-mile section of Route 347 from Hallock Road to Nicolls Road (County Route 97) in the Town of Brookhaven.…
Security measures planned for Ryder Cup
Security is being setup next month’s Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black. State police say the event could draw more than 50,000 fans a day. Security will include K-9 explosive detection teams, plainclothes officers, and surveillance drones. Authorities warn of heavy traffic and road closures. The tournament runs September 26th through the 28th. The event will…
Glen Cove High School Gym Closed After Mercury Found in Flooring
Tests at Glen Cove High School found mercury vapor in the auxiliary gym nearly four times above New York’s safety limit. The likely source is old polyurethane flooring installed decades ago. The district has closed the gym, relocated summer programs, and is planning to remove and replace the flooring. In the meantime, stronger ventilation and…
New York Giants are releasing quarterback Tommy DeVito, AP source says
NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Giants are waiving quarterback Tommy DeVito, according to a person familiar with the decision, ending the local fan favorite’s time with the only NFL team he has been a part of in his career.The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Tuesday because the move…
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are engaged
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — It’s a love story and, baby, she said yes: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are engaged, they announced Tuesday.In a five-photo joint post on Instagram, the superstar singer and football player revealed their engagement, the fairytale culmination of a courtship that for two years has thrilled and fascinated millions around…
Southwest Airlines’ new policy will affect plus-size travelers. Here’s how
By RIO YAMAT AP Airlines WriterSouthwest Airlines will soon require travelers who can’t fit within the armrests of their seat to pay for an extra one in advance, part of a string of recent changes the carrier is making.The new rule goes into effect Jan. 27, the same day Southwest starts assigning seats.Currently, plus-size passengers…