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Suspect in Gilgo Beach serial killings loses bid to separate case into multiple trials
NEW YORK (AP) — The suspect in Long Island’s infamous Gilgo Beach serial killings has lost his bid to separate into multiple trials the sprawling case involving seven brutal killings spanning decades.New York State Supreme Court Justice Timothy Mazzei ruled Tuesday that the trial against Rex Heuermann, a Manhattan architect who lived on Long Island,…
There will be no casino in Manhattan after all proposals are rejected by locals
NEW YORK (AP) — Plans to build the Big Apple’s first full-service casino in the heart of the city have run out of luck.A local panel on Monday rejected the last of three Manhattan proposals that had been among those vying for a new state license to operate a Las Vegas-style casino in the lucrative…
ABC ends Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension and his show will return Tuesday
NEW YORK (AP) — ABC will reinstate Jimmy Kimmel’s late night show in the wake of criticism over his comments about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, officials with the network said Monday.“We have spent the last days having thoughtful conversations with Jimmy, and after those conversations, we reached the decision to return the…
RYDER CUP ’25: A hole-by-hole look at Bethpage Black
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. (AP) — A hole-by-hole look at the Black Course at Bethpage State Park, site of the 45th Ryder Cup matches to be played Sept. 26-28:No. 1, 397 yards, par 4The opening shot from an elevated tee bends to the right, with a cluster of trees on the right blocking any approach that takes…
Ryder Cup Brings Crowds and Road Closures to Bethpage
The Ryder Cup tees off this week at Bethpage Black, drawing an estimated 300,000 fans to Long Island. To handle the influx, roads around Bethpage State Park will be closed, and hotels in the area are fully booked. With demand at a peak, some local residents are renting out driveways for parking, while others have…
RYDER CUP ’25: Player capsules for the US team
By DOUG FERGUSON AP Golf WriterA capsule look at the 12 players on the U.S. team for the Ryder Cup matches Sept. 26-28 at Bethpage Black in Farmingdale, New York (listed in order they made the team):Scottie SchefflerAge: 29.World ranking: 1.Ryder Cup record: 2-2-3.Career victories: 22.2025 victories: The CJ Cup Byron Nelson, PGA Championship, Memorial,…
ICE detainee found dead in Nassau County jail
A 42-year-old man being held as an ICE detainee at the Nassau County Correctional Center was found dead in his cell Thursday morning. This marks the first death of an ICE detainee at the county’s facility since its controversial agreement with federal immigration authorities began earlier this year.The unidentified man was discovered unresponsive at 6:30…
Romaine Proposes $4.3B Suffolk Budget
Suffolk County Executive Edward Romaine has proposed a $4.3 billion budget for 2026, a 5.2% increase over this year’s $4 billion spending plan. Submitted to the county legislature on September 20, the proposal includes a 6.8% property tax hike, adding about $86 annually for the average homeowner. Romaine said the spending increase is driven by…
Prosecutors Ready for Trial in Gilgo Beach Serial Killer Case
Prosecutors say they’re ready to go to trial in the case of alleged Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann for the murders of seven women. In a new court filing, they confirmed all evidence — including a 723-page inventory — has been handed to the defense. Heuermann, 62, has pleaded not guilty. The killings span…
Stony Brook University Hospital Ranked No. 1 in New York for Pediatric Care
Stony Brook University Hospital has been named the top hospital for pediatric care in New York State by Money magazine, and No. 7 nationwide. The recognition highlights the hospital’s excellence in children’s healthcare, supported by the specialists and advanced services at Stony Brook Children’s Hospital — Suffolk County’s only dedicated children’s hospital. Hospital leaders say…
RYDER CUP ’25: A hole-by-hole look at Bethpage Black
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. (AP) — A hole-by-hole look at the Black Course at Bethpage State Park, site of the 45th Ryder Cup matches to be played Sept. 26-28:No. 1, 397 yards, par 4The opening shot from an elevated tee bends to the right, with a cluster of trees on the right blocking any approach that takes…
ABC suspends Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show indefinitely over his remarks about Charlie Kirk’s death
NEW YORK (AP) — ABC suspended Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show indefinitely beginning Wednesday after comments that he made about Charlie Kirk’s killing led a group of ABC-affiliated stations to say it would not air the show and provoked some ominous comments from a top federal regulator.The veteran late-night comic, made several remarks about the reaction…