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New York Rangers hire Peter Laviolette as coach to replace Gerard Gallant
(AP) The team announced the selection of Laviolette on Tuesday, putting the U.S.-born leader in NHL coaching victories in charge at a time of great expectations, with the Original Six franchise firmly in win-now mode. “With Peter’s extensive experience as a head coach in the National Hockey League, as well as the success his teams…
Nuggets take home 1st NBA title in rugged 94-89 win over Heat
DENVER (AP) — Confetti flying in Denver. The Nuggets sharing hugs while passing around the NBA championship trophy. Those scenes that, for almost a half-century, seemed impossible, then more recently started feeling inevitable, finally turned into reality Monday night. The Nuggets outlasted the Miami Heat 94-89 in an ugly, frantic Game 5 that did nothing…
Daniel Murphy leaves Ducks for Angels
Former Met Daniel Murphy who was playing with the Long Island Ducks this season had his contract purchased by the Los Angeles Angels on Monday. He’ll be assigned to the Angels Triple-A team. Murphy last played in the majors in 2020 with the Rockies. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File)
Trump arrives in Florida as history-making court appearance approaches in classified documents case
WASHINGTON (AP) — Donald Trump arrived in Florida on Monday ahead of a history-making federal court appearance on dozens of felony charges accusing him of illegally hoarding classified documents and thwarting the Justice Department’s efforts to get them back. Trump’s Tuesday afternoon appearance in Miami will mark his second time since April facing a judge…
New York City police commissioner, first woman to lead department, resigns after 18 months
NEW YORK (AP) — New York City Police Commissioner Keechant Sewell, the first woman to hold the position, is stepping down after 18 months on the job. Sewell, who was appointed by Mayor Eric Adams, announced the resignation in an email to department staff Monday afternoon. “While my time here will come to a close,…
Suspect wanted for stabbing three men in Bay Shore
A suspect is wanted for stabbing three men in a Bay Shore parking lot early Sunday morning.Police say officers responded to a call reporting a fight in the parking lot just before 2 a.m.The three were taken to a hospital to be treated for their injuries and are expected to be OK.Authorities say the suspect…
Yanks broadcaster John Sterling hit by foul ball, continues commentary
NEW YORK (AP) — Yankees radio broadcaster John Sterling was hit by a foul ball by Justin Turner in the ninth inning of New York’s 3-1 win over the Boston Red Sox on Saturday night and continued his commentary, “Ow! Ow! Ow! It really hit me, I didn’t know it was coming back that far,”…
Rep. Santos says he’s protecting family members by seeking to keep bond cosigners secret
NEW YORK (AP) — Rep. George Santos wants to protect family members by asking the courts to keep his bond cosigners secret as he fights criminal charges, his lawyer told a Long Island federal judge Friday as he asked her to reverse a magistrate judge’s decision to make the names public. Attorney Joseph Murray said…
Elevated section of heavily traveled I-95 collapses in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — An elevated section of Interstate 95 collapsed early Sunday in Philadelphia after a vehicle caught fire, closing the main north-south highway on the East Coast and threatening to upend travel in parts of the densely populated Northeast, authorities said. Transportation officials warned of extensive delays and street closures and urged drivers to…
Donald Trump says he’s been indicted on charges of mishandling classified documents
MIAMI (AP) — Donald Trump said Tuesday he’s been indicted on charges of mishandling classified documents at his Florida estate, igniting a federal prosecution that is arguably the most perilous of multiple legal threats against the former president as he seeks to reclaim the White House. The Justice Department did not immediately publicly confirm the…
Donald Trump says he’s been indicted on charges of mishandling classified documents
MIAMI (AP) — Donald Trump said Tuesday he’s been indicted on charges of mishandling classified documents at his Florida estate, igniting a federal prosecution that is arguably the most perilous of multiple legal threats against the former president as he seeks to reclaim the White House. The Justice Department did not immediately publicly confirm the…
Former NHL executive John Collins is becoming Islanders operating partner
A team spokesperson for the Islanders confirmed former NHL chief operating officer John Collins is investing in the teams and will become the franchise’s operating partner. It is unknown at this time how much Collins is investing or the size of his stake in the team, but his main responsibilities will include expanding the Islanders’…