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‘Access Hollywood’ video played at New York Trump trial
NEW YORK (AP) — The infamous “Access Hollywood” video in which Donald Trump bragged about grabbing women sexually without asking was played Wednesday for a jury considering columnist E. Jean Carroll’s claims that he raped her two decades before he became president. Before the video was shown, Trump’s legal team said it would not call…
Knicks top Heat 111-105, even Eastern Conference semi series
(AP) New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson reacts after scoring a three-point basket in the first half of Game 2 in the NBA basketball Eastern Conference semifinals playoff series against the Miami Heat, Tuesday, May 2, 2023, at Madison Square Garden in New York. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer)Jalen Brunson scored 30 points and keyed the run…
Stop & Shop shooting trail goes to jury
Closing arguments wrapped up Tuesday in the trial of Gabriel Wilson, who is accused of the deadly shooting at the Stop & Shop in West Hempstead in April, 2021..A jury is now deliberating the verdict.Three managers of the store were shot, with one of them dying. If convicted on the top charge, Wilson faces 25…
Belmont Park gets $455 million loan
The New York Racing Association (NYRA) will be getting a $455 million loan to revitalize Belmont Park as part of the state’s new budget.President and CEO of the Long Island Association (LIA) Matt Choent says the loan will fund the construction of a new grandstand and clubhouse and will reestablish the Elmont racetrack as the…
NY to require gas-free new buildings
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — New York state is banning natural gas stoves and furnaces in most new buildings, a policy that’s part of a national movement aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The law negotiated by Gov. Kathy Hochul and her fellow Democrats in the Legislature is part of the state budget and puts New…
Devils blank Rangers in Game 7, face Canes in second round
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — The New Jersey Devils surprised a lot of hockey experts this past season in going from an NHL also-ran to one of the top teams in the league. The Devils unleashed another stunner to open the playoffs against their river-rival New York Rangers — 22-year-old Swiss goaltender Akira Schmid. Schmid rebounded…
Students suffer minor injuries in school bus accident
13 students were taken to a hospital after a pickup truck struck a school bus Monday afternoon outside Meadowbrook Elementary School.All injuries to students are believed to be minor and most were taken to the hospital as a precaution.The driver of the pickup truck had to be cut out of the truck. He also suffered…
Suffolk County’s special counsels on cyber security meets on Monday
The Suffolk County’s special counsels on cyber security met for the first time on Monday to probe the cyberattack in September.The meeting of the Cyber Intrusion Investigation Committee says the attack impacted 500,000 people, with hackers gaining access to driver’s license and Social Security information through the county clerk’s network.The next meeting will be held on…
National Grid proposes rate increases
National Grid has filed a proposed rate increases with the New York State Public Service Commission. The proposal calls for rates to go up 17.2% for residents in New York City and 16.3% on Long Island.National Grid says the rate hikes are needed so the company can afford to meet federal and state climate requirements,…
Game 7 of Rangers vs Devils is the last of NHL’s first round
(AP) Game 7 is nothing new to the New York Rangers. “It seems like we play in a lot of them, unfortunately,” veteran forward Chris Kreider said. This time, they’re happy about it and in a familiar spot against an opponent that doesn’t have the same experience. After winning at home to avoid elimination, the…
Construction begins at JFK
The Port Authority is warning travelers to be prepared for gridlock near JFK airport, as it’s $19 billion renovation gets underway.Phase one is expected to be completed in 2026. Construction is already underway, but the project will swing into full gear today. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan, File)
Construction begins at JFK
The Port Authority is warning travelers to be prepared for gridlock near JFK airport, as it’s $19 billion renovation gets underway.Phase one is expected to be completed in 2026. Construction is already underway, but the project will swing into full gear today. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan, File)