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Lawmakers can ‘vote their conscience’ on expelling Santos, House speaker says, but he has concerns
WASHINGTON (AP) — Speaker Mike Johnson expressed reservations Wednesday about expelling Rep. George Santos from the House this week, but said he and other GOP leaders will not push colleagues to oppose removing the New York Republican from office. “We’re going to allow people to vote their conscience,” Johnson said. Santos has survived two previous…
Actor Jonathan Majors in court for New York assault trial
Actor Jonathan Majors appeared in court in New York on Wednesday for the start of jury selection in a trial in which he is accused of injuring his then-girlfriend during an argument last spring.Majors who stared in the film “Creed III ” and plays Kang in the Marvel cinematic universe, was arrested in March over…
Jets begin Aaron Rodgers’ 21-day practice window in next step in recovery from torn Achilles tendon
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — Aaron Rodgers’ improbable comeback from a torn Achilles tendon has taken the next step. The New York Jets opened the 21-day practice window for the quarterback on Wednesday — exactly 11 weeks after he had surgery — with Rodgers cleared for some football activities. Coach Robert Saleh said the four-time…
Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree and the Big Duck will be lit for holiday season Wednesday
The 91st annual Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting is set for Wednesday, Nov. 29.The broadcast starts at 7pm on NBC, it will be hosted by Kelly Clarkson.The lighting of the Big Duck in Flanders is also set for Wednesday at 7 p.m.. This year, there will be a performance from the Riverhead Middle School choir.…
Rosalynn Carter honored by family, friends, first ladies and presidents, including husband Jimmy
ATLANTA (AP) — Rosalynn Carter was remembered Tuesday as a former U.S. first lady who leveraged her fierce intellect and political power to put her deep Christian faith into action by always helping others, especially those who needed it most. A gathering of first ladies and presidents — including her 99-year-old husband Jimmy Carter —…
Woodbury man who barricaded himself in home arrested after chasing naked teen girl
Nassau Police have arrested a 26-year-old man after he allegedly assaulted a teenage girl in her home in Woodbury and chased her outside.The incident started around 9:15 a.m. Tuesday when a 911 call came and officers arrived and helped the girl.Police say the man ran back into the home, officers breached the home after hours…
Democratic lawmaker moves to force a vote this week on expelling Rep. George Santos from the House
WASHINGTON (AP) — A Democratic lawmaker moved Tuesday to force a vote this week on expelling Rep. George Santos from the House, calling it a necessary step if Republicans fail to take action in light of the recent ethics report that found Santos blatantly stole from his campaign and deceived donors. Rep. Robert Garcia, D-Calif.,…
Israel and Hamas extend their truce, but it seems only a matter of time before the war resumes
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — A truce between Israel and Hamas entered its fifth day on Tuesday, with the militant group promising to release more civilian hostages to delay the expected resumption of the war and Israel under growing pressure to spare Palestinian civilians when the fighting resumes. The sides agreed to extend their truce…
Suffolk Police says it has been having issues with 911 service
The Suffolk Police Department says it has been having issues with at least one cellphone carrier that is causing disruptions to 911 call service within the county.The department did not identify the specific carrier.Residents who receive a fast busy signal when they call 911 are urged to hang up and call 631-852-COPS and follow the…
Stephen Colbert’s ‘The Late Show’ pulled until next week as host recovers from surgery
(AP) First this fall, another round with COVID-19 shuttered Stephen Colbert’s “The Late Show.” Now the show is again sidelined as the host recovers from a burst appendix. The comedian revealed on social media Monday that he’s recovering after surgery, wiping out planned shows for Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. “Going forward, all emails to my…
Blakeman calls for resignation of Hofstra University President
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman has called for the resignation of Hofstra University President Susan Poser for her response to the Oct. 7 attack on Israel by Hamas.Poser released statements on the attack in October saying “We mourn the loss of life in Israel and Gaza, which is deeply affecting many members of our community”…
Hicksville man arrested after hours-long standoff at home
John Howell of Hicksville was arrested Saturday afternoon after a Hours-long standoff. Officers say Howell physically assaulted a male and female victim and threatened them with a knife before barricading himself inside a Hicksville home. Authorities say he refused to allow officers inside the residence or to let the female victim leave.The Nassau County Police…