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Prosecutors file charges in set shooting by Alec Baldwin
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Actor Alec Baldwin and a weapons specialist have been formally charged with involuntary manslaughter in the fatal shooting of a cinematographer on a New Mexico movie set, according to court documents filed by prosecutors Tuesday. Santa Fe District Attorney Mary Carmack-Altwies filed the charging documents naming Baldwin and Hannah Gutierrez-Reed,…
Santos steps down from House panels amid ethics issues
WASHINGTON (AP) — Republican Rep. George Santos of New York told GOP colleagues Tuesday he is temporarily stepping down from his two congressional committees, a move that comes amid a host of ethics issues and a day after he met with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy. Santos has faced numerous calls for his resignation and is…
Nassau Community College and Las Vegas Sands working on a partnership
Nassau Community College and Las Vegas Sands are working on a partnership regarding possible Uniondale casinoThe college would have a training center for workers at the casino and entertainment resort.In exchange, Las Vegas Sands would provide internships and possible job opportunities for students.It is still unknown if Las Vegas Sands will be awarded one of…
Whale dies after washing ashore at Lido Beach
A humpback whale died after washing ashore at Lido Beach early Monday.According to officials, the whale was an adult male about 35 feet long.Town officials say this is the first time in four years that a whale washed up onto the beach.The whale will be buried somewhere on the beach. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer, File)
MTA says $600M shortfall may lead to fare increases and service cuts
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority says it is facing a $600 million budget shortfall this year.The transit agency says it needs help to avoid service cuts or fare increases.Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone addressed the MTA Board Monday saying service cuts could hurt economic growth on Long Island.Gov. Kathy Hochul is expected to address the MTA’s…
President Biden to end COVID-19 emergencies on May 11
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden informed Congress on Monday that he will end the twin national emergencies for addressing COVID-19 on May 11, as most of the world has returned closer to normalcy nearly three years after they were first declared. The move to end the national emergency and public health emergency declarations would…
Islanders acquire Bo Horvat in trade with Canucks
(AP) It’s no secret the New York Islanders need more scoring if they hope to return to the playoffs. Bo knows a thing or two about that. The Islanders on Monday acquired center Bo Horvat from the Vancouver Canucks in the first blockbuster of NHL trade deadline season. The Islanders sent forward Anthony Beauvillier, top…
‘Laverne & Shirley’ actor Cindy Williams dies at 75
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Cindy Williams, who was among the most recognizable stars in America in the 1970s and 80s for her role as Shirley opposite Penny Marshall’s Laverne on the beloved sitcom “Laverne & Shirley,” has died, her family said Monday. Williams died in Los Angeles at age 75 on Wednesday after a brief…
Super Bowl 57: Chiefs, Eagles meet for title in Arizona
(AP) Patrick Mahomes finally got the best of Joe Burrow. All he needed was a little shove. Harrison Butker made a 45-yard field goal with 3 seconds left — after Cincinnati’s Joseph Ossai was flagged for a 15-yard penalty for shoving Mahomes after he was out of bounds — and the Chiefs beat the Bengals…
New York should pay Cuomo’s legal fees in suit, judge rules
NEW YORK (AP) — New York state should pay former Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s legal bills as he defends himself against a lawsuit accusing him of sexually harassing a state trooper, a judge ruled Friday. Cuomo, who resigned in 2021 amid sexual harassment allegations, filed a lawsuit against Attorney General Letitia James in August arguing she…
Gas prices are rising again
Gas prices are beginning to rise once again.On Long Island, the average price for a gallon of regular gas is $3.51, In New York, the statewide average is a little higher at $3.57 a gallon.Gas prices have shot up around the country amid increased demand during unusually mild weather and a slight increase in crude…
Tyre Nichols case revives calls for change in police culture
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — An unarmed Black man dies after a videotaped beating by police. The officers involved are fired. After a thorough review of the evidence, criminal charges are swiftly filed against the offending officers. Investigation, accountability and charges. This is often the most Black citizens can hope for as the deaths continue. Nationwide,…