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Trump set to pardon reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley of fraud and tax evasion convictions
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that he’s planning to pardon TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley, famous for “Chrisley Knows Best,” a reality show that followed their tight-knit family and extravagant lifestyle that prosecutors said was boosted by bank fraud and hiding earnings from tax authorities.The Chrisleys were convicted in 2022 of…
Pacers beat Knicks 130-121 for a 3-1 lead
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Tyrese Haliburton finished with 32 points, 15 assists and 12 rebounds without a turnover in a historic postseason performance to lead the Indiana Pacers past the New York Knicks 130-121 on Tuesday night for a 3-1 lead in the Eastern Conference finals.With his father, John, back in Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Haliburton became the…
26 businesses In Suffolk crackdown caught selling cannabis
County Executive Ed Romaine announced 26 businesses across Suffolk County were found to be illegally selling cannabis product in a recent police crackdown. Five businesses were closed due to multiple violations, and eight people were arrested on various charges.
Suffolk police suspect body found in LI pool maybe fugitive Matthew Zoll
Suffolk Police are working to identify a body that a homeowner in East Shoreham found when he uncovered his pool over the weekend. Police believe the victim maybe Matthew Zoll who Is accused of fatally stabbed his father in Rocky Point last November.The Suffolk County medical examiner will work to id the body and the…
Judge temporarily blocks Trump from retaliating against New York over congestion toll
NEW YORK (AP) — A federal judge in New York has temporarily prevented President Donald Trump from retaliating against the state over its Manhattan congestion toll.Judge Lewis Liman on Tuesday issued a temporary restraining order blocking the federal government from withholding federal funds or taking other punitive actions against the state at least until June…
Town hearing set for Tuesday on rezoning for casino at Nassau Coliseum
A Hempstead Town hearing is set for Tuesday on rezoning the Nassau Coliseum site to would allow casino. The proposed rezoning was requested by Las Vegas Sands in its Draft Environmental Impact Statement. Las Vegas Sands announced last month that it will not seek a casino license from New York State to build a new…
FDA will approve COVID-19 vaccine only for older adults and high-risk groups
The FDA announced that starting this fall, COVID-19 booster shoots will not be widely recommended. They will only be available for people over 65 or those who have underlying medical conditions. The FDA is also expanding its warning that some vaccines are linked to a risk of heart inflammation in young men.
New bill would cut fees for business licenses in Nassau County
Democratic county legislator Seth Koslow, who is running against County Executive Bruce Blakeman in November, Has proposed legislation that would cut up to 85 percent of local licensing fees for businesses. The proposed legislation would slash fees for more than 30 types of business licenses which currently cost Nassau business owners anywhere from $650 to…
Billy Joel cancels touring after being diagnosed with a brain disorder
NEW YORK (AP) — Billy Joel has canceled all his upcoming concerts across North America and England after being diagnosed with fluid buildup in his brain that has affected his “hearing, vision and balance.”Joel revealed on Instagram that he has Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, “a brain disorder that can affect brain-related abilities, including thinking and concentrating,…
3-year East River tunnel repair project starts Friday night, impacting LIRR riders
A full shutdown of one of the East River rail tunnel will begin Friday night at midnight as part of a three-year rehabilitation project.Amtrak says the full shutdown is necessary to conduct critical infrastructure repairs, to repair damage from Hurricane Sandy in 2012. LIRR leadership have said that a full shutdown could result in “catastrophic”…
Rep. Garbarino reportedly ‘fell asleep’ during House vote on budget bill; missed roll call
The House passed President Trump’s domestic policy bill by just one vote in the early morning hours Thursday after an all-night session.House Speaker Mike Johnson said the vote was that close in part because Long Island Rep. Andrew Garbarino, a Republican who would’ve voted to support it, was asleep at the time.The bill narrowly passed…
NICE Bus will begin its seasonal service to Jones Beach State Park
Explore Jones Beach with NICE’s n88Xpress Service! OUR ONE WAY FARE IS $2.90. PLEASE NOTE: NICE DOES NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPT OMNY FOR FARE PAYMENT. PLEASE USE COINS, METRO CARD OR GOMOBILE TO PAY FOR YOUR TRIP. It’s always NICE at Jones Beach! Enjoy this incredible New York State Park with our n88Xpress service. We have daily departures…