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Trump says he’s considering ways to serve a third term as president
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President Donald Trump said Sunday that “I’m not joking” about trying to serve a third term, the clearest indication he is considering ways to breach a constitutional barrier against continuing to lead the country after his second term ends in early 2029.“There are methods which you could do it,”…
Should DNA evidence be admissible in the trial of the Gilgo Beach serial killings suspect?
RIVERHEAD, N.Y. (AP) — The question of whether certain DNA evidence can be used in the upcoming trial of a Manhattan architect charged in a string of deaths known as the Gilgo Beach killings is the focus of court hearings that began Friday on Long Island.Lawyers for Rex Heuermann want DNA tests conducted by Astrea…
National Grid and union reach tentative contract agreement
National Grid and union leaders representing nearly 1,200 natural gas and power plant workers on Long Island reached a tentative contract agreement over the weekend. In a statement from National Grid, they say the new deal “provides job security, fair wage increases, and equitable retirement and medical benefits for our workers.” The deal averted a…
Actor Richard Chamberlain dies at 90
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Richard Chamberlain, the handsome hero of the 1960s television series “Dr. Kildare” who found a second career as an award-winning “king of the miniseries,” has died. He was 90.Chamberlain died Saturday night in Waimanalo, Hawaii, of complications following a stroke, according to his publicist, Harlan Boll.“Our beloved Richard is with the…
Mans body found in Glen Cove
Glen Cove police say a man’s body was discovered in Hempstead Harbor near the Welwyn Preserve early Thursday morning.Police have not yet identified the deceased person, they believe the man to be in his 30s.Investigators have stated that there is no indication at this time that the death is criminal in nature.
Hader strikes out Soto with 2 on to save Astros’ 3-1 win over Mets
HOUSTON (AP) — Framber Valdez pitched seven scoreless innings and Josh Hader struck out Juan Soto with two on to save the Houston Astros’ 3-1 win over the New York Mets on Thursday.After loading the bases with nobody out in the ninth, Hader fanned backup catcher Hayden Senger in his first major league at-bat. Francisco…
Wells becomes 1st catcher to hit leadoff homer on opening day and Yankees beat Brewers 4-2
NEW YORK (AP) — Austin Wells became the first catcher to hit a leadoff homer on opening day, Anthony Volpe also went deep and the New York Yankees began their AL pennant defense by beating the Milwaukee Brewers 4-2 on Thursday.Carlos Rodón (1-0), starting because of ace Gerrit Cole’s season-ending elbow injury, allowed one run…
King Charles III briefly hospitalized for observation following side effects from cancer treatment
LONDON (AP) — King Charles III was briefly hospitalized for observation on Thursday after experiencing “temporary side effects” related to a scheduled cancer treatment, Buckingham Palace said in a statement.His engagements for Thursday afternoon and Friday were canceled.“His majesty has now returned to Clarence House and as a precautionary measure, acting on medical advice, tomorrow’s…
Health and Human Services will lay off 10,000 workers and close agencies in a major restructuring
WASHINGTON (AP) — In a major overhaul, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services will lay off 10,000 workers and shut down entire agencies, including ones that oversee billions of dollars in funds for addiction services and community health centers across the country.Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. criticized the department he oversees as…
Nassau County Police Department celebrates 100th anniversary
Nassau County officials are planning a celebration in April, for the 100th anniversary of the Nassau County Police Department. Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman says the centennial celebration will include a motorcycle parade and a block party in Wantagh on April 27.
The Atlantic releases the Signal chat showing Hegseth’s detailed attack plans against the Houthis
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Atlantic on Wednesday released the entire Signal chat among senior national security officials, showing that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth provided the exact timings of warplane launches and when bombs would drop — before the men and women flying those attacks against Yemen’s Houthis this month on behalf of the United States…
American League East Preview Capsules
By The Associated PressA team-by-team look at the American League East, including key players each club acquired and lost, top hitters and projected rotations, and outlooks for the 2025 season. Capsules of American League East teams, listed in order of finish last year: New York Yankees2024: 94-68, first place, AL champions, lost to Dodgers in…