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Crime & Emergencies in ...
A 75-year-old man was killed by a semi-truck on the LIE while attending to his parked car; subsequent traffic delays impacted both the LIE and Northern State Parkway.
Rex Heuermann, identified as the Gilgo Beach serial killer, faces a seventh murder charge for Valerie Mack's death in 2000. Remains identified as Mack's were found across Long Island.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
The MTA is ordering 80 new 'open gangway' subway cars to improve commutes in NYC, with delivery by 2028. This is part of a $1.3 billion purchase financed by congestion pricing revenues.
One person died in an early morning fire in a Fresh Meadows, Queens apartment. Firefighters responded quickly, but the victim was found deceased. The cause is under investigation.
DOJ report finds civil rights violations by Mount Vernon Police including unlawful arrests and strip searches. Mayor promises reform and accountability.
The OSI concluded its investigation into Zabina Gafoor's death, finding the NYPD officer who struck her will face no charges, citing lack of evidence of criminality.
Former NYCHA superintendent Corey Gilmore was convicted of bribery and extortion, with his actions compromising contracts worth hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Politics & Govt in ...
The DOJ found that the Mount Vernon Police Department routinely violates civil rights through excessive force, unlawful searches, and baseless arrests.
A fire at a Staten Island marina damaged 12 boats and injured two firefighters, with poor visibility from fog and smoke hampering response efforts. The cause is under investigation.
The NY Attorney General's report found the use of deadly force by Onondaga County officers justified in the fatal April incident involving Christopher Murphy.
Parmbir Singh of Nassau County faces serious charges for allegedly operating a homemade ghost gun operation, with possible 7-15 years in prison if convicted.
Queens and Staten Island are dealing with their own repaving issues: Councilwoman Ariola decried poor work in Broad Channel, while Staten Island's Clove Lakes Park paths are set for repair.
Sports in ...
The Mets' owner, Steve Cohen, signed Juan Soto to a 15-year, $765 million contract, outbidding the Yankees and setting a new spending record for the team.
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