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Federal prosecutors to seek death penalty for Luigi Mangione in UnitedHealthcare CEO’s killing
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi said Tuesday that she has directed prosecutors to seek the death penalty against Luigi Mangione in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, following through on the president’s campaign promise to vigorously pursue capital punishment.It is the first time the Justice Department has sought to bring…
Fire kills New York cat sanctuary founder and dozens of animals he rescued
By JULIE WALKER Associated PressA fire burned down a Long Island cat shelter, killing its founder, who lived there, and at least 59 of the felines he rescued, authorities said.The fire at the Happy Cat Sanctuary in the hamlet of Medford was reported shortly after 7 a.m. Monday. The cause is under investigation.The body of…
D’Esposito nominated to serve as inspector general for the Department of Labor
The Trump administration has nominated former Long Island Rep. Anthony D’Esposito to serve as inspector general for the Department of Labor. D’Esposito, served one term as congressman for Long Island’s 4th District. He was defeated in November by Rep. Laura Gillen.
Chemical spill at hotel forces guests to evacuate
Suffolk County police respond to a hazmat situation at the Homewood Suites by Hilton hotel in Melville Monday afternoon. An employee at the hotel reportedly accidently spilled pool chemicals. One person was taken to the hospital, and dozens of guests were forced to evacuate.
Trump has dubbed April 2 ‘Liberation Day’ for tariffs. Here’s what to expect
NEW YORK (AP) — As the trade wars launched by U.S. President Donald Trump continue to escalate, all eyes are on Wednesday.Trump has repeatedly called April 2 “Liberation Day,” with promises to roll out a set of tariffs, or taxes on imports from other countries, that he says will free the U.S. from a reliance…
United Way of Long Island Receives $12,000 Contribution from PSEG Long Island to Support Project Warmth
March 26, 2025 (Deer Park) — United Way of Long Island is pleased to announce a generous $12,000 contribution from PSEG Long Island to Project Warmth, the region’s only non-governmental emergency fuel fund. This support helped provide heating assistance to over 2,000 families and individuals facing financial hardship across Nassau and Suffolk counties during this…
Trump says he’s considering ways to serve a third term as president
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President Donald Trump said Sunday that “I’m not joking” about trying to serve a third term, the clearest indication he is considering ways to breach a constitutional barrier against continuing to lead the country after his second term ends in early 2029.“There are methods which you could do it,”…
Should DNA evidence be admissible in the trial of the Gilgo Beach serial killings suspect?
RIVERHEAD, N.Y. (AP) — The question of whether certain DNA evidence can be used in the upcoming trial of a Manhattan architect charged in a string of deaths known as the Gilgo Beach killings is the focus of court hearings that began Friday on Long Island.Lawyers for Rex Heuermann want DNA tests conducted by Astrea…
National Grid and union reach tentative contract agreement
National Grid and union leaders representing nearly 1,200 natural gas and power plant workers on Long Island reached a tentative contract agreement over the weekend. In a statement from National Grid, they say the new deal “provides job security, fair wage increases, and equitable retirement and medical benefits for our workers.” The deal averted a…
Actor Richard Chamberlain dies at 90
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Richard Chamberlain, the handsome hero of the 1960s television series “Dr. Kildare” who found a second career as an award-winning “king of the miniseries,” has died. He was 90.Chamberlain died Saturday night in Waimanalo, Hawaii, of complications following a stroke, according to his publicist, Harlan Boll.“Our beloved Richard is with the…
Mans body found in Glen Cove
Glen Cove police say a man’s body was discovered in Hempstead Harbor near the Welwyn Preserve early Thursday morning.Police have not yet identified the deceased person, they believe the man to be in his 30s.Investigators have stated that there is no indication at this time that the death is criminal in nature.
Hader strikes out Soto with 2 on to save Astros’ 3-1 win over Mets
HOUSTON (AP) — Framber Valdez pitched seven scoreless innings and Josh Hader struck out Juan Soto with two on to save the Houston Astros’ 3-1 win over the New York Mets on Thursday.After loading the bases with nobody out in the ninth, Hader fanned backup catcher Hayden Senger in his first major league at-bat. Francisco…