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Suffolk NY
Politics
George Santos Leaving ‘Embarrassing’ GOP, Will Run For Suffolk Co. House Seat As Independent
Disgraced former New York Congressman George Santos is declaring his independence. The ex-lawmaker from Long Island – who was ousted from his 3rd District seat representing parts of Nassau County and Queens – announced that he is leaving the Republican Party on Friday, March 22, following what he described as an “embarrassing showing” in the House hours earlier. He was no doubt referring to the House’s passage of a $1.2 trillion package of spending bills to avert a government shutdown. The budget bill passed with more Democratic than Republican support and prompted Georgia Rep. Marjorie Tay…
Mount Vernon
News
Mount Vernon Native Sean Combs Accused Of Sexually Harassing, Drugging Male Producer: Report
Successful hip-hop artist and New York native Sean Combs, who is also known as "Puff Daddy," "P. Diddy," and "Diddy," is being sued by a producer on his latest album who is accusing him of sexual harassment, according to numerous reports. The lawsuit against Combs, a Westchester County native from Mount Vernon, was filed in the US District Court for the Southern District of New York on Monday, Feb. 26, and accuses the artist and producer of sexually harassing, threatening, and drugging producer Rodney "Lil Rod" Jones, according to a report by NBC News. According to the outlet, J…
Saratoga
Politics
Trump Eyeing Capital Region Congresswoman Elise Stefanik As Veep Pick: Report
As campaign season heats up, rumors are swirling over former President Donald Trump’s pick to be his running mate should he clinch the Republican nomination. Among the names that Trump is strongly considering for his vice president is New York Rep. Elise Stefanik, NBC News reports. The 39-year-old House Republican Conference chair – whose 21st District represents several Capital Region counties, including Rensselaer – was brought up during a dinner at the former president’s Mar-a-Lago home in December 2023, according to the outlet. Trump nodded approvingly and referred to Stefanik as “a ki…
Nassau
Politics
House Gears Up For George Santos Expulsion Vote; Here's Expected Timing
Members of the US House are preparing for a third floor vote on whether to expel embattled New York Rep. George Santos amid allegations he stole money from donors. The House will vote on an expulsion resolution introduced by Democratic Rep. Robert Garcia of California on Friday, Dec. 1, NBC News reports. If Garcia’s resolution passes, Santos will become the sixth House member ever removed from office. Earlier Report: Ethics Chair Asks House To Expel Santos After Finding 'Substantial Evidence' Of Lawbreaking The Long Island Republican, whose 3rd District includes parts of Nassau Cou…
Fairfield
Business
'Pharmageddon': CVS, Walgreens Protests Spread As Workers Seek Better Conditions
Around a thousand pharmacy workers across the country have walked off the job as part of a strike to protest conditions. The so-called "Pharmageddon" series of walkouts at pharmacy chains including CVS and Walgreens stores started Monday, Oct. 30, and is expected to continue at least through the middle of the week. Around 900 people from about 10 states could participate, organizers of the ongoing protest told NBC News. A growing workload and understaffing are the main reasons for the protest, organizers say, noting that the pharmacy workers are not unionized. In a statement to KDKA in Pi…
Yonkers
News
Westchester Rep. Bowman Charged With Misdemeanor After Pulling Fire Alarm: Report
New York Rep. Jamaal Bowman has been criminally charged with a misdemeanor after pulling a fire alarm at a congressional building in Washington, DC while rushing to make a vote, according to a report by NBC News. New, updated report - New Update: Westchester Rep. Bowman To Pay Fine After Pulling Fire Alarm, He Says Bowman (NY-16), a Democrat, now faces a charge of falsely pulling a firearm in connection to an incident that happened on Saturday, Sept. 30, NBC News reported. The 16th district is made up of the southern part of Westchester County, including the suburban citie…
White Plains
News
White Plains HS Grad Returns To US After Years-Long Imprisonment In Iran
A man who graduated from a high school in Westchester has been returned to American soil after being detained in Iran for almost eight years. Siamak Namazi, who once lived in Westchester, was returned home to the US along with four other American citizens on Monday, Sept. 18, President Joe Biden announced. Namazi is a graduate of White Plains High School, according to a report by NBC News. He had been wrongfully detained in Iran since October 2015, when he was accused of espionage. His father, Baquer Namazi, was also arrested in Iran in 2016 and detained until his release in 2022. Nam…
Nassau
News
Suspect In Gilgo Beach Serial Murders ID'd As 59-Year-Old Massapequa Park Architect
New update: NY Serial Murders: Pizza Crust Helped Nab Suspect Who Allegedly Taunted Victim's Family A man taken into custody for the Giglo Beach serial killer murders on Long Island has been identified as a local architect who has lived for years near where the bodies of the 10 victims were found, according to multiple reports and sources. Rex Heuermann, age 59, of Massapequa Park, was taken into custody on Thursday, July 13 around 8:30 p.m., for at least some of the murder victims, nine of whom were women, found on the south shore of Long Island known as Gilgo Beach, The New York Times re…
Northern Valley
Events
Meet Luke Russert, Bestselling Author, At Northvale Bookstore
Luke Russert is bringing his bestselling book to Bergen County. Russert will be signing copies of "Look For Me There" at Books and Greetings in Northvale on Wednesday, June 14 at 6 p.m. The book debuted at #3 on the New York Times Bestseller List. Russert is the son of the late Tim Russert, the former moderator of "Meet the Press," and Maureen Orth a writer for Vanity Fair. In "Look For Me There," Russert writes about dealing with his father's unexpected death and how he quit his job at NBC News to do some soul searching, eventually visiting six continents over three years on a journey to …
Hudson
News
Ex-Marine Charged In Chokehold Killing Of Bayonne's Jordan Neely
A Marine Corps veteran who was seen in a viral video choking New Jersey's Jordan Neely to death on a Manhattan subway will be criminally charged. Daniel Penny, a Long Island resident, will be arrested Friday, May 12, on a charge of second-degree manslaughter in the death of Jordan Neely, the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office confirmed to Daily Voice. Jordan Neely (l)GoFundMe “We cannot provide any additional information until he has been arraigned in Manhattan Criminal Court, which we expect to take place tomorrow,” the agency said in a statement. Neely, a well-known Michael Jackson…
Suffolk NY
News
Jordan Neely Case: Former Marine, Ex-West Islip HS Athlete Charged In Killing Sparking Protests
A Marine Corps veteran from New York who was seen in a viral video choking a 30-year-old street artist to death on a Manhattan subway will be criminally charged. Daniel Penny, a Long Island resident from West Islip, will be arrested Friday, May 12, on a charge of second-degree manslaughter in the death of Jordan Neely, the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office confirmed to Daily Voice. “We cannot provide any additional information until he has been arraigned in Manhattan Criminal Court, which we expect to take place tomorrow,” the agency said in a statement. Neely, a well-known Michael Jack…
Suffolk MA
News
Jan. 6: Ex-Boston Officer Attacked Police During Assault On US Capitol, FBI Says
The FBI arrested a retired Boston police officer on Thursday, March 30, and charged him with taking part in the Jan. 6 attack on the US Capitol, including assaulting a police officer with a chair during the melee, authorities said. Joseph Fisher, 52, is charged with felony counts of obstruction of law enforcement during civil disorder and assaulting, resisting, or impeding certain officers, among other charges, according to court documents released by NBC News. Video taken during the riot shows Fisher allegedly shoving a chair into a police officer who was chasing someone who had sprayed …
Dauphin
News
PA Woman Accused Of Stealing Nancy Pelosi's Laptop At Jan. 6 Riot Sentenced
Former Mechanicsburg/Harrisburg woman, Riley June Williams has been sentenced by U.S. District Court Judge Amy Berman Jackson on Thursday, March 23, 2023 after she was convicted on charges related to the Jan. 6 riot in the U.S. Capitol— infamously in connection with the theft of Nancy Pelosi's laptop. The 23-year-old had been charged with stealing a laptop from House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's office, entering a restricted building and other related offenses, as Daily Voice has previously reported. Nearly two years ago, Oct. 19, 2021, Williams pleaded not guilty to all eight charges, but she w…
East Dutchess
Lifestyle
Covid-
19: Dutchess' Savannah Guthrie Rushes Off
Today
Set After Testing Positive 3rd Time
Popular TODAY show host Savannah Guthrie had to leave the set early on Tuesday, Feb. 28, after testing positive for COVID-19, according to NBC News. Guthrie, who lives in the Hudson Valley in Dutchess County, took a rapid COVID-19 test while the show was on the air after saying she didn't feel well. She did not appear again after the 7:30 a.m. hour after testing positive for the third time, NBC News said. Co-worker Sheinelle Jones, who was sitting beside Guthrie, gave an update to viewers and said on Twitter: "So, as soon as we found out, she rushed home to rest up. So Savannah, …
Nassau
Business
Turkey Earthquake: Hicksville Restaurant Donating Valentine's Day Proceeds To Relief Efforts
A Long Island restaurant will spend this Valentine’s Day serving up fried chicken with a side of goodwill. Hicksville eatery Slappin’ Chick will donate 100 percent of its proceeds from Tuesday, Feb. 14, to the people affected by the devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria, co-owner Zafar Ahmad announced on Instagram. “Assalamu Alaikum (peace be upon you), everyone! In an attempt to assist those in need in Turkey and Syria, Slappin' Chick has decided to donate 100% of our daily earnings to support those affected by the recent disaster,” reads the post. “We hope to see you all there!” …
Essex NJ
News
Associates Of Short Hills Fyre Fest Fraudster Warn Of New 'Crazier' Party: Report
The infamous New Jersey con artist behind the disastrous Fyre Festival Billy Fraudster has apparently decided to make a comeback after his prison release: An event hosting with another island party reportedly in the works. This one is called PYRT, pronounced pirate, NBC News reports. And it's a lot like the disastrous 2017 Fyre Festival in the Bahamas, except this time, the Short Hills native tells NBC News he won't be promising results. Several of his old associates, however, have come forward warning the general public to not fall into his trap, the outlet said. “PYRT appears to be …
Nassau
Politics
Nassau Rep. George Santos Says He'll Resign On One Condition
After being hounded by reporters in the halls of Congress for days, embattled New York Rep. George Santos appeared to make light of the repeated calls for his resignation. Video posted on Twitter Thursday, Jan. 12, shows ABC News reporter Lalee Ibssa confronting the freshman Republican lawmaker as he leaves his House office. “Congressman, what’s your reaction to members of your own party calling for your resignation?” Ibssa is heard saying. Rep Santos tells reporters “If 142 people ask for me to resign, I’ll resign.” pic.twitter.com/Q4jBHFUTVh — Lalee Ibssa (@LaleeIbssa) January 12, 2…
Nassau
Politics
'I Will NOT Resign': Embattled Nassau Rep. Santos Defiant Amid Republican Calls To Step Down
This story has been updated. Embattled New York Rep. George Santos is refusing to step down despite calls from state Republicans to do so after the newly sworn-in Congressman admitted to lying about key parts of his background on the campaign trail. Speaking at a press conference on Long Island Wednesday, Jan. 11, Nassau County GOP Chair Joseph Cairo demanded the freshman lawmaker’s “immediate resignation,” saying Santos used “deceit, lies, and fabrications” to convince voters to back his campaign. “He disgraced the House of Representatives,” Cairo said. “He has no place in the Nassau Cou…
Worcester
Police & Fire
Famed Painter's Athol Son Found Guilty Of Ramming Cop With Shield At 'Fun' Jan. 6 Riot: Feds
A Washington, DC, jury found a 61-year-old Athol man who testified he thought the Jan. 6 riots on the US Capitol was "fun and enjoyable" guilty of taking part in the violent uprising, federal authorities said. Vincent Gillespie was convicted earlier this month of assaulting, resisting, or impeding officers; civil disorder; engaging in physical violence in a restricted building or grounds; and acts of physical violence in the Capitol grounds or buildings, the US Attorney's Office said. A judge will sentence him in March. NBC News reporter Ryan J. Reilly tweeted that in November Gillespie …
Fairfax
Police & Fire
Police Track Down Vehicle That Killed Heroic Highway Worker, Dad On I-66 In Fairfax County
Virginia State Police have located the Chevrolet Malibu believed to be responsible for fatally striking a construction worker who was trying to help the victim of a crash in a work zone on I-66 in Fairfax County, authorities say. The suspect car was located in a Fairfax County parking garage with temporary tags that do not belong to the car. Police are still looking for the driver involved in the fatal incident. On Thursday, Dec. 8, around 1 a.m., Jonathan W. Franzell, 32, was killed after being struck by a car while checking on the victim of a car crash that occurred in a construction zone…
Suffolk NY
News
Families Of Gabby Petito, Brian Laundrie Reach $3M Settlement In Wrongful Death Lawsuit
Gabby Petito's family was awarded $3 million in a wrongful death lawsuit filed against Brian Laundrie's estate, according to multiple reports. Petito, who was a resident of Long Island, was killed by Laundrie, her fiance, while the couple was traveling across the country in a van last summer. Her remains were found in a Wyoming national park on Sept. 19, 2021. Laundrie died by suicide, and FBI investigators confirmed that Laundrie was responsible for Petito's murder. NBC News reported on Thursday, Nov. 17, that Petito's family attorney Patrick Reilly said the $3 million in the settlement i…
Suffolk NY
News
Reports Of Child Poisonings Linked To Cough Medicine Increasing, Study Says
A new study from the Food & Drug Administration found that reports of pediatric poisonings involving prescription cough medicine have increased in recent years, NBC News reported. The news outlet said in a report published on Tuesday, Nov. 15, that the poisonings involving benzonatate, a prescription cough medicine, increased every year from 2010 to 2018. The FDA reports that the safety and efficacy of the drug for children younger than 10 years old have not been established. "Patients who are taking benzonatate should keep the medication in a child-resistant container and store i…
Dauphin
News
McKeesport Native, Austin Davis Makes History As Pennsylvania's First Black Lt. Governor-Elect
33-year-old McKeesport native, Austin Davis has made history, becoming the first-ever Black Lt. Governor-elect of Pennsylvania, numerous media outlets now project. Davis will be sworn in in January alongside Gov.-elect Josh Shapiro, CNN, ABC, and NBC News project. The current 35th district representative to the Pennsylvania House has served the area in this role for four years, and previously was an assistant to Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald. Davis is a member of the Legislative Black Caucus, Vice-Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Allegheny …
Dauphin
News
Tweet
OF
Defeat
: Mehmet Oz Concedes US Senate Race To John Fetterman
“This morning at 9:30 Dr. Oz called John Fetterman to concede,” Fetterman’s Communications Director Joe Calvello tweeted. This morning at 9:30 Dr. Oz called John Fetterman to concede. — Joe Calvello (@the_vello) November 9, 2022 Although Dr. Oz and his team haven't tweeted Calvello's state is official and being cited by numerous media outlets. Oz was last seen in Newtown at an election night event telling the press he felt confident of a win, but that was on Nov. 8 around 11:30 p.m. Both ABC and NBC news made announcements of Fetterman's victory just before 1 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 9…
Capital District
Politics
Hochul Elected To First Full Term As NY Governor, Defeats Trump-Backed Zeldin
This story has been updated. New York’s Democratic incumbent Gov. Kathy Hochul has been elected to her first full term in office, fending off her Republican challenger, Long Island Rep. Lee Zeldin, NBC News projects. Hochul is leading Zeldin, who represents the state’s 1st Congressional District covering much of Suffolk County, by five percentage points, 52.7 to 47.3 percent, as of 6 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9, with 93 percent of the vote counted. "I'm deeply honored to be elected Governor of the State of New York," Hochul posted on Twitter shortly after the race was called. BREAKING: I’m…
Dauphin
News
Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro Projected Winner Of Gubernatorial Race: Reports
Democratic candidate and current Pennsylvania Attorney General, Josh Shapiro has been projected as the winner of the Pennsylvania gubernatorial race, according to NBC News, the New York Times, and the Associated Press. Although every precinct has not submitted results, Shapiro leads with 74% of precincts reporting, according to NBC. BREAKING: Democrat Josh Shapiro wins Pennsylvania governor's race, NBC News projects. https://t.co/IAT1oNcXPg pic.twitter.com/osRepr5Vr0 — NBC News (@NBCNews) November 9, 2022 Shapiro has not yet formally declared victory. You can view county-by-county re…
Bucks
Sports
These Celebs Are Rooting For The Phillies In The World Series
The Philadelphia Phillies are 2-1 heading into game four of the 2022 World Series at Citizens Bank Park on Wednesday, Nov. 2 — and fans attending the game may encounter some famous faces in the crowd. Country music star Tim McGraw attended game three in Philly on Tuesday, Nov. 1, as 6ABC reported. The "I Like It, I Love It," singer wore a number 45 jersey in honor of his late father Tug McGraw, who pitched for the Phils from 1974 to 1984. Tug McGraw also famously closed out the final game of the 1980 World Series with a strikeout, earning Philadelphia its first world championship in 77 y…
Newtown
News
Alex Jones Ordered By Jury To Pay Nearly $1B To Sandy Hook Families For Mass Shooting Lies
Far-right radio host and conspiracy theorist Alex Jones has been ordered by a Connecticut jury to pay nearly $1 billion to the families of students killed in the December 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting in Newtown. In a unanimous decision Wednesday, Oct. 12, the jury said the Infowars founder must dole out $965 million in damages to eight families of students killed, as well as an FBI agent, for repeatedly claiming that the school massacre in December 2012, which killed 20 students and six staff members, was a hoax carried out by “crisis actors.” Earlier Report: Alex Jones Order…
Alexandria
News
Washington Monument Vandal In Custody, Cleaning Process Underway: Multiple Reports
An Indiana man was arrested for vandalizing the Washington Monument.In the evening on Sept. 20, Shaun Deaton, 44 dumped red paint on one side of the monument and wrote an obscene message. Deaton's message at the base of the monument read, "Have you been f----- by this ... Gov says tough s---.", according to NBC News. U.S. Park Police charged Deaton with trespassing, tampering and vandalism. The monument was temporarily closed, as preservation crew members began the clean-up process. "The top layer of paint is coming off and the pigment that seeped into the stone will be …
Fairfax
Schools
Support Surges For Family Of NY Nursing Student Killed In Virginia House Party Shooting
Support was surging for the family of a student from New York who was shot and killed at a house party in Virginia Labor Day Weekend. Angelia Aracelis McKnight, a Harlem, NY native, was a second-year pre-nursing student at Norfolk State University. She and Zabre Miller, 25, both died in the incident on the 5000 block of Killam Avenue around midnight Sunday, Sept. 4, according to NBC News and Norfolk State University. Norfolk Police have informed us that several NSU students have been the victims of a shooting at an isolated off-campus location near 50th Street and Hampton Blvd. NSU Po…
Fairfax
Schools
NY Student Among Two Dead In Mass Shooting At Virginia College Party: Report
A pre-nursing major and 25-year-old male were identified as the two people killed at party that left five others wounded near Old Dominion in Virginia on Labor Day Weekend, various news reports say. Angelia Aracelis McKnight, a second-year student from New York, and Zabre Miller, 25, both died in the incident on the 5000 block of Killam Avenue around midnight Sunday, Sept. 4, according to NBC News and Norfolk State University. Norfolk Police have informed us that several NSU students have been the victims of a shooting at an isolated off-campus location near 50th Street and Hampton Blvd…
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