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Car rushes Vatican gate, is fired on by gendarmes; driver apprehended after reaching courtyard
ROME (AP) — A car driven by someone with apparent psychiatric problems rushed through a Vatican gate Thursday evening and sped past Swiss Guards into a palace courtyard before the driver was apprehended by police, the Holy See said. Vatican gendarmes fired a shot at the speeding car’s front tires after it rushed the gate,…
Effort to expel Santos falters as Republicans vote to send measure to Ethics Committee
WASHINGTON (AP) — A resolution to expel Rep. George Santos, R-N.Y., from Congress was referred to the House Ethics Committee on Wednesday as Republicans successfully sidestepped an effort to force them into a vote that could have narrowed their already slim four-seat majority. The House voted along party lines, 221-204, to refer the matter to…
Hochul announces funding for animal shelters across the state
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced nearly $7.6 million will be provided to 21 animal shelters and humane societies across the state. The funding will support construction, renovation, and expansion projects that will enhance animal care and health and help ensure adoptions for New York’s dogs and cats.On Long Island shelters in Oyster Bay, North Hempstead,…
Bellone says there are no plans for migrants to be bused to Suffolk
Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone told News 12 yesterday that he does not know of any plans to bus migrants in New York City out to Suffolk County, Adding that if that were to happen the county would need to handle it in a “responsible and humane way.” So far, New York City officials say…
Man who killed 8 in NYC terrorist attack gets 10 life sentences plus 260 years
NEW YORK (AP) — An unrepentant and defiant Islamic extremist received 10 life sentences and another 260 years in prison on Wednesday for killing eight people with a truck on a bike path in Manhattan on Halloween in 2017, as a judge decried his “callous and cowardly” crimes. “The conduct in this case is among…
Prince Harry and Meghan made getaway in NYC taxi after being trailed by paparazzi
NEW YORK (AP) — Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, were trailed in their car by photographers as they left a New York City charity event Tuesday night, briefly taking refuge at a police station before being whisked away in a yellow taxicab. The pursuit and media frenzy evoked memories of the 1997 car chase…
Hochul announces increased surveillance for sharks this summer
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Tuesday increased surveillance for sharks along Long Island state park beaches this summer.This includes 10 new drones, along with increased watercraft and helicopter monitoring.Twelve new staff members will be trained for the efforts by the Fourth of July weekend. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer, File)
Coast Guard calls off search for man who fell off sailboat
After over 20 hours of continuous searches covering 851 nautical sq. miles, The Coast Guard has called off its search for a missing 19-year-old boater near Whitewood Point in Lloyd Harbor.The Missing person was working on a sailboat Monday when he fell overboard around 11:30 p.m.
Resolution summited to expel Rep. Santos from Congress
Rep. Robert Garcia a House Democrat from California has started the process of forcing a floor vote on a resolution to expel Rep. George Santos from Congress. In a statement posted on Twitter, Garcia wrote “George Santos is a fraud and a liar, and he needs to be expelled by the House.” House Republicans now…
Debt ceiling showdown: Biden and congressional leaders to meet as McCarthy pushes for faster deal
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is ready to discuss the debt ceiling with congressional leaders at the White House in a high-profile session with reverberations across the globe as early outlines of a potential deal begin to emerge despite painstakingly slow negotiations. Raising the stakes, the Tuesday afternoon session comes as Biden is preparing…
Long Island school board and budget elections today
Long Island school board and budget elections for the 2023-24 school year are today, with 124 districts are voting. https://longisland.news12.com/projects/long-island-school-vote-2023 (AP Photo/Ben Gray)
Woman sues Rudy Giuliani, saying he coerced her into sex, owes her $2 million in unpaid wages
NEW YORK (AP) — A woman who says she worked as an off-the-books employee for Rudy Giuliani during his stint as Donald Trump’s personal lawyer alleges in court papers that the former New York City mayor coerced her into sex and owes her nearly $2 million in unpaid wages. Noelle Dunphy said in the lawsuit…