Pedestrian Killed Crossing Road: Nassau Detectives Pedestrian Killed Crossing Road: Nassau Detectives
Pedestrian Killed Crossing Road: Nassau Detectives A man struck and killed while crossing Glen Cove Road in Glen Head has been identified, Nassau County Police said on Wednesday, June 11. Jose Ruben Fernandez, 45, of Glen Cove, was fatally hit around 10:26 p.m. on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, near Cedar Swamp Road, according to the Homicide Squad. Detectives say Fernandez was attempting to cross Glen Cove Road when he was struck by a silver 2003 Chevrolet Impala traveling southbound. He suffered severe trauma and was pronounced dead at the scene by a medic. The 25-year-old driver remained at the scene and is cooperating with the investigation, …
Federal Judge Orders Trump To Return Control Of California National Guard To Governor Federal Judge Orders Trump To Return Control Of California National Guard To Governor
Federal Judge Orders Trump To Return Control Of California National Guard To Governor A federal judge has mandated that President Trump return control of the California National Guard in Los Angeles to Gov. Gavin Newsom effective Friday, June 13 at noon West Coast time amid a wave of protests after ICE raids. The restraining order, issued by District Judge Charles R. Breyer, was announced late Thursday, June 12, and stated that the president  unlawfully federalized the National Guard members. It serves as a significant rebuke to Trump’s attempt to station 2,000 National Guard troops in Los Angeles, a decision that has sparked nearly a week of political turmoil and wides…
Israel Launches Air Strikes Against Iran Targeting Nuclear Sites Israel Launches Air Strikes Against Iran Targeting Nuclear Sites
Israel Launches Air Strikes Against Iran Targeting Nuclear Sites In a significant escalation that could mark the start of a new phase of conflict, Israel has conducted what it terms “preemptive strikes” against Iran, prompting it to declare a nationwide state of emergency early Friday morning, June 13, Middle East time. The strikes are the latest effort by Israel to destroy Iran's nuclear program. The scale, scope, and duration of the attacks are unclear, but an Israeli source told CNN, “This is not a one-day attack." The declaration comes as Iranian state media report multiple explosions heard in Tehran, heightening fears of a broader conflict. Th…
Pride, With Purpose: 2025’s Retailers Promoting Pride Month This June Pride, With Purpose: 2025’s Retailers Promoting Pride Month This June
Pride, With Purpose: 2025’s Retailers Promoting Pride Month This June As June begins, so does Pride Month. It's a time to celebrate identity, visibility, and progress. While some brands have taken a quieter approach this year, others continue to show up with meaningful campaigns, financial contributions, and a commitment to inclusion that goes beyond surface-level gestures. For many, Pride Month is also a time to support the organizations driving lasting change. Groups such as PFLAG, the nation's first and largest organization dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ individuals and their families, and the Trevor Project, a leading force in suicide prevention and crisis…
Biggest Great White Shark Recorded On Atlantic Coast: Where He's Headed Biggest Great White Shark Recorded On Atlantic Coast: Where He's Headed
Biggest Great White Shark Recorded On Atlantic Coast: Where He's Headed He's back. The biggest great white shark ever recorded in the Atlantic Ocean is heading north after disappearing off the radar for a few weeks. Nicknamed Contender, the 14-foot, 1,653-pound mature male was just pinged off Pamlico Sound in North Carolina, suggesting a potential migration north, according to Ocearch global shark tracker. The mature male is moving from North Carolina up the East Coast, likely to spend the summer in colder waters near Canada, researchers say, noting that it's a common migration pattern for great whites during late spring and early summer.  …
Most Popular McDonald’s Order In NY Might Surprise You Most Popular McDonald’s Order In NY Might Surprise You
Most Popular McDonald’s Order In NY Might Surprise You Turns out, when it comes to McDonald’s, New Yorkers are clucking obsessed with one item in particular. The Empire State’s fast food royalty is none other than the Chicken McNugget, according to a new survey from Holiday Calendar. Researchers polled over 4,200 Americans in early April to see which Mickey D’s menu item reigned supreme in each state, and New Yorkers didn’t hesitate to crown the bite-sized, golden-fried classic as their No. 1. Coming in hot at No. 2? The legendary Big Mac, followed by the McChicken sandwich, the ever-reliable French Fries, and the sweet indulgence of a McFlur…
Mom Leaves Toddler In Running SUV While Shopping At LI Outlet Mall, Police Say Mom Leaves Toddler In Running SUV While Shopping At LI Outlet Mall, Police Say
Mom Leaves Toddler In Running SUV While Shopping At LI Outlet Mall, Police Say A Long Island mom is facing charges after leaving her toddler son alone in a running vehicle while she went shopping, police said. The incident happened in Deer Park, at the Tanger Outlets on the Arches Circle, on Thursday morning, June 12. A passerby flagged down security at around 11:15 a.m. after spotting a toddler alone in a car seat inside a running SUV, Suffolk County Police said. The boy, 21 months old, had been left alone for around 20 minutes, according to police. Officers arrived at the scene shortly after and were speaking with mall security when the boy’s mother, 36-year-old Y…
MTV Icon Ananda Lewis Dies After Stage 4 Breast Cancer Battle At 52 MTV Icon Ananda Lewis Dies After Stage 4 Breast Cancer Battle At 52
MTV Icon Ananda Lewis Dies After Stage 4 Breast Cancer Battle At 52 Ananda Lewis, a fixture on MTV in the 90s, has died after a battle with breast cancer, family members announced Wednesday, June 11 on Facebook. She was 52.  A Howard University graduate, Lewis got her big break when she auditioned for an on-screen job hosting "Teen Summit" on BET in DC, where she discussed serious issues impacting young adults. Among the highlights of her early career was a 1996 interview with then-First Lady Hillary Clinton about her book. Lewis went on to be a video jockey with MTV, where she hosted and "VJed" multiple shows, including "Total Request Live," which wa…
Retired Cop Kills Wife, Then Himself In Long Island Murder-Suicide: Police Retired Cop Kills Wife, Then Himself In Long Island Murder-Suicide: Police
Retired Cop Kills Wife, Then Himself In Long Island Murder-Suicide: Police A retired Long Island police officer shot and killed his wife before turning the gun on himself inside their Jamesport home, Suffolk County Police announced on Thursday, June 12. Edward Crohan, 62, fatally shot his wife, Stephanie Crohan, 63, and then took his own life, according to a police press release. Riverhead Town Police were called to 56 Lagoon Court around 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 11 for a welfare check. When officers arrived, they found both Edward and Stephanie dead from gunshot wounds, Suffolk County Homicide Squad detectives said. Edward Crohan retired from the Town of Sou…
Retailers Bet On Trump Backing Down From His Tariffs, New Survey Shows Retailers Bet On Trump Backing Down From His Tariffs, New Survey Shows
Retailers Bet On Trump Backing Down From His Tariffs, New Survey Shows Many retail executives are starting to follow Wall Street's "TACO trade" philosophy, according to a new survey. A growing number of retail leaders believe President Donald Trump will retreat on his sweeping tariffs against many countries, according to a survey from consulting firm AlixPartners. The survey released on Sunday, June 1, was first reported by CNBC. Executives from major brands and retailers were asked about how they were planning for the July expiration of Trump's 90-day pause on his so-called "liberation day" tariffs. A majority said they expect the president to settl…
WATCH: Senator 'Manhandled,' Handcuffed By Police At DHS Press Conference WATCH: Senator 'Manhandled,' Handcuffed By Police At DHS Press Conference
Watch: Senator 'Manhandled,' Handcuffed By Police At DHS Press Conference A Democratic senator from California was handcuffed and forcibly removed from a press conference by Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem on Thursday, June 12.  Sen. Alex Padilla said he only wanted to ask Noem a question and interrupted her as she spoke about the ongoing protests and riots in Los Angeles. In a video of the incident, Padilla is heard saying, "I'm Senator Alex Padilla, and I have questions for the secretary," as several officers push him out of the room and onto the ground. A man wearing an FBI vest handcuffed him. It's unclear how long he was detained. …
'No One Would Miss Me', Army Paratrooper Killed In NY Crash Often Said 'No One Would Miss Me', Army Paratrooper Killed In NY Crash Often Said
'No One Would Miss Me', Army Paratrooper Killed In NY Crash Often Said A devastated New York family is mourning the sudden loss of a 32-year-old Army veteran and fiancé who was killed in a motorcycle crash. Cody Groat died following a single-vehicle wreck in Saratoga County, on Swaggertown Road in Charlton, on Saturday evening, June 7, according to the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office. Groat, a 2011 graduate of Burnt Hills Ballston Lake High School and proud Army paratrooper, was riding his motorcycle when he veered off Swaggertown Road and suffered devastating injuries just before 6 p.m., deputies said. The Charlton resident was pronounced dead at the sc…
JetBlue Flight Slides Off Runway After Landing At Boston Logan; FAA Orders Ground Stoppage JetBlue Flight Slides Off Runway After Landing At Boston Logan; FAA Orders Ground Stoppage
JetBlue Flight Slides Off Runway After Landing At Boston Logan; FAA Orders Ground Stoppage A runway at Boston Logan International Airport was closed Thursday afternoon, June 12, after a plane skidded off of it earlier that day.  JetBlue flight 312 slid off the runway around 11:55 a.m. No injuries were reported in the incident, Massport officials said. Passengers and crew were escorted off the plane and taken to a nearby terminal.  The Airbus A220-300 was flying from Chicago's O'Hare Airport.  The FAA put a ground stop on Runway 33-L is closed while officials investigate, but authorities lifted the stoppage at 1 p.m. The cause of the incident is under investig…
Teen Ejected After Packed Jeep Overturns On Southern State Parkway (DEVELOPING) Teen Ejected After Packed Jeep Overturns On Southern State Parkway (DEVELOPING)
Teen Ejected After Packed Jeep Overturns On Southern State Parkway (Developing) A Jeep reportedly full of teenagers overturned on the Southern State Parkway, ejecting one passenger. The incident happened in North Babylon, on the eastbound Southern State Parkway at Exit 39, just before 11 a.m. Thursday, June 12. Troopers responding to reports of a two-car collision found a Jeep on its side and one passenger ejected, a New York State Police spokesperson told Daily Voice.  All five occupants were taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, police said. It was not immediately clear whether speed or impairment were factors in the crash. New York State …
Nassau County Faces Air Quality Alert As Temps Climb Into 90s Thursday Nassau County Faces Air Quality Alert As Temps Climb Into 90s Thursday
Nassau County Faces Air Quality Alert As Temps Climb Into 90s Thursday It’s not just hot — it’s hazardous. Air quality across New Jersey and New York is expected to be unhealthy for sensitive groups on Thursday, June 12, as temperatures climb into the 90s and Code Orange Alerts are in effect. Health officials say that ground-level ozone and fine particulates will combine with heat to pose risks for children, seniors, and people with heart or lung conditions. ⚠️ Air Quality Alerts Code Orange Air Quality Alerts issued by the NJ Department of Environmental Protection Counties affected: Bergen, Essex, Union, Hudson, Passaic, Middlesex, Mercer, Ocean, Burling…
RFK Assassination Files Released By CIA, Including Killer's Chilling Handwritten Notes RFK Assassination Files Released By CIA, Including Killer's Chilling Handwritten Notes
RFK Assassination Files Released By CIA, Including Killer's Chilling Handwritten Notes The CIA has made public 54 declassified documents related to the assassination of New York Sen. Robert F. Kennedy.  This release on Thursday, June 12, totaling 1,450 pages of previously unseen material, marks a significant step in fulfilling President Donald Trump’s Executive Order, which mandated the disclosure of all records tied to the tragic 1968 assassination. The 42-year-old Kennedy was shot June 5, 1968, at the Ambassador Hotel in Los Angeles moments after giving a victory speech following the California Democratic presidential primary. Kennedy died the following day. The files…
Father's Day 2025: Where To Find Deals, Perks, Promotions To Honor Dads Father's Day 2025: Where To Find Deals, Perks, Promotions To Honor Dads
Father's Day 2025: Where To Find Deals, Perks, Promotions To Honor Dads Dads across the Northeast can score free food, big discounts, and sweet treats in honor of Father's Day. In 2025, Father's Day falls on Sunday, June 15. The holiday's origins date back to 1908, when a West Virginia church honored 362 men killed in a coal mine explosion, according to the History Channel. Two years later, a woman named Sonora Smart Dodd helped make Father's Day a statewide holiday in Washington to honor her father, who raised six children by himself after her mother died. However, the day for dads didn't become a national holiday until 1972, 58 years after Moth…
Low-Cost Airline With European Flights Leaving NYC-Area Airport: Here's Why Low-Cost Airline With European Flights Leaving NYC-Area Airport: Here's Why
Low-Cost Airline With European Flights Leaving Nyc-area Airport: Here's Why A budget airline from Iceland is ending all of its flights to the US, including routes at three Northeast airports. Play Airlines announced the end of US service in a news release on Monday, June 9. While it had already cut back on North American flights, the airline still flew to three US cities: Baltimore, Boston, and Newburgh, New York. The US routes will officially end in October. "This is primarily a plan for practical changes to the operations of the Icelandic airline Play," said CEO Einar Örn Ólafsson. "We're focusing on the profitable aspects of the business — sun destination …
Major Food Distributor Hit With Cyberattack, Causing Shortages At Grocery Stores, Pharmacies Major Food Distributor Hit With Cyberattack, Causing Shortages At Grocery Stores, Pharmacies
Major Food Distributor Hit With Cyberattack, Causing Shortages At Grocery Stores, Pharmacies A significant cyberattack targeting a major food distributor has triggered widespread disruptions across the food supply chain, resulting in shortages at grocery stores and pharmacies nationwide.  The attack has not only affected the availability of essential food items but has also caused delays in prescription medications. United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI), which supplies a vast array of products to tens of thousands of retailers, including Whole Foods, confirmed the incident on Monday, June 9. The company reported that it took several of its systems offline in response to the attac…
Man Demands Narcotics In CVS Robbery, Arrested Nearly A Year Later: Nassau County Police Man Demands Narcotics In CVS Robbery, Arrested Nearly A Year Later: Nassau County Police
Man Demands Narcotics In CVS Robbery, Arrested Nearly A Year Later: Nassau County Police A man walked into a CVS pharmacy, demanded drugs, and fled with stolen items in Bethpage — but he didn’t get far for long, police announced on Thursday, June 12. Charles Harry, 28, of Wheatley Heights, was arrested after a nearly year-long investigation into a robbery on Wednesday, July 3, 2024, according to the Nassau County Police Department’s Major Case Squad. Harry allegedly stormed into the CVS at 308 Broadway around 9:10 a.m. and forced his way into the employees-only pharmacy area, where he demanded narcotics from workers. Detectives say he grabbed multiple items before running from …
Man Fled Crash With Toddler Passenger, Is In US Illegally: Nassau County Police Man Fled Crash With Toddler Passenger, Is In US Illegally: Nassau County Police
Man Fled Crash With Toddler Passenger, Is In US Illegally: Nassau County Police A man fled the scene of a crash with a child in his car and is now facing criminal charges and immigration proceedings, police said on Thursday, June 12. Eduardo Lopez Lago, 30, of Uniondale, was driving a 2007 Toyota when he crashed into a 2011 Chevrolet at the intersection of Front Street and New Jersey Avenue in Uniondale around 1:55 p.m. on Sunday, June 8, according to Nassau County detectives. Lopez Lago allegedly ran from the crash on foot, leaving behind his two female passengers — a 33-year-old woman and a 3-year-old girl — who were not hurt. The 46-year-old man driving the Chevrole…
Museum Thief Gets Caught Returning To Scene Of Crime: Nassau County Police Museum Thief Gets Caught Returning To Scene Of Crime: Nassau County Police
Museum Thief Gets Caught Returning To Scene Of Crime: Nassau County Police A Long Island man accused of stealing a replica pistol from a military museum tried to return it days later—only to get arrested at the scene, Nassau County Police announced. Gerard Asaro, 71, of Mastic, allegedly walked into the Museum of American Armor in Old Bethpage on Friday, June 6 at 12:50 p.m., removed a replica Colt 1911A1 from a mannequin’s holster, and slipped it into his shorts pocket before leaving in an unknown direction, police said. The non-functioning pistol was part of a public display at the museum located at 1303 Round Swamp Road. Following media coverage of the theft, …
Update: 1 Confirmed Survivor After Plane With 242 Aboard Crashes In India; Dozens Die On Ground Update: 1 Confirmed Survivor After Plane With 242 Aboard Crashes In India; Dozens Die On Ground
Update: 1 Confirmed Survivor After Plane With 242 Aboard Crashes In India; Dozens Die On Ground This story has been updated. There is at least one confirmed survivor after a London-bound plane with  242 passengers crashed into a residential area immediately after takeoff in western India. Dozens more casualties have been reported on the ground, with the total death toll rising to around 290, authorities announced. The incident involving the Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner occurred at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in the city of Ahmedabad around 1:30 p.m. local time Thursday, June 12, Air India said. Plumes of thick black smoke from the crash scene were s…
Website For Trump's $5M 'Gold Card' Visa Program Launches, But Details Unclear Website For Trump's $5M 'Gold Card' Visa Program Launches, But Details Unclear
Website For Trump's $5M 'Gold Card' Visa Program Launches, But Details Unclear A government website has gone live for a so-called “Gold Card” concept tailored for wealthy foreigners proposed by President Donald Trump, but key details on just how it will work have not yet been announced. The premium residency permit priced at $5 million would provide streamlined access to live and work in the United States, circumventing traditional bureaucratic hurdles. Despite the substantial cost, the initiative has attracted the attention of global jet-setters eager to establish American residency. The administration has yet to provide further information since Trump introduced th…
Nationwide Protests Set For Elon Musk’s Birthday Despite Exit From Trump Post Nationwide Protests Set For Elon Musk’s Birthday Despite Exit From Trump Post
Nationwide Protests Set For Elon Musk’s Birthday Despite Exit From Trump Post Elon Musk may no longer be part of the federal government, but that's not stopping thousands from planning to keep protesting the world's richest man, even on his birthday. Despite Musk leaving his role leading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) — which was followed by a bitter back-and-forth blowup with President Trump — his detractors say they're not letting up.  Demonstrations are set for Saturday, June 28, Musk’s 54th birthday, as part of a growing campaign dubbed “Musk Must Fall,” according to organizers behind the Tesla Takedown movement. Actions are scheduled at Tesl…
Whip/Nae Nae Rapper Silentó Pleads Guilty In Cousin’s Killing Whip/Nae Nae Rapper Silentó Pleads Guilty In Cousin’s Killing
Whip/Nae Nae Rapper Silentó Pleads Guilty In Cousin’s Killing A Georgia rapper who went viral for the Whip/Nae Nae dance pleaded guilty but mentally ill in the 2021 shooting death of his cousin, DeKalb County District Attorney Sherry Boston announced on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. Ricky Lamar Hawk, 27, best known by his stage name Silentó, admitted to killing Frederick Rooks III, 34, on Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021, in the Panthersville area of unincorporated Decatur. He pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter, aggravated assault, possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime, and concealing the death of another. A murder charge was dropped as par…
Largest US Banker Warns US Economy Could 'Deteriorate' As Global Growth Forecast Dims Largest US Banker Warns US Economy Could 'Deteriorate' As Global Growth Forecast Dims
Largest US Banker Warns US Economy Could 'Deteriorate' As Global Growth Forecast Dims The head of one of the nation’s largest banks says the U.S. economy may be slowing — and that could hit local households and businesses hard in the months ahead. “I think there’s a chance real numbers will deteriorate soon,” JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon said during a financial conference this week, per CNBC. He explained that while the country has seen gains in jobs and spending, there are signs that the economy may be cooling.  “Employment will come down a little bit. Inflation will go up a little bit. Hopefully, it’s just a little bit,” Dimon said. He added that lower immigration …
School Worker's ICE Outfit On 'Hero Day' Sparks Outrage, Reassignment At LI Campus School Worker's ICE Outfit On 'Hero Day' Sparks Outrage, Reassignment At LI Campus
School Worker's ICE Outfit On 'Hero Day' Sparks Outrage, Reassignment At LI Campus An elementary school event meant to celebrate everyday heroes has sparked controversy after a staff member reportedly dressed up an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent. The incident occurred Wednesday, June 11, at Northwest Elementary School during the Amityville Union Free School District’s “Hero Day,” when students and staff were encouraged to dress as role models or public servants. One employee showed up wearing a hat and jacket identifying them as an ICE agent, parents claimed on social media. The move was deemed especially offensive in a district where more than 58 pe…
Mom Charged With Murder In 3-Year-Old’s Death After Making Up Amber Alert: Cops Mom Charged With Murder In 3-Year-Old’s Death After Making Up Amber Alert: Cops
Mom Charged With Murder In 3-Year-Old’s Death After Making Up Amber Alert: Cops The mother of a 3-year-old girl who sparked an Amber Alert out of Delaware is now charged with murder after the child’s body was found dumped in Maryland, state police announced. Darrian Randle, 31, of North East, told police she had pulled over on Gender Road in Newark, Delaware, around 7:15 p.m. Tuesday, June 10, to comfort her daughter, Nola Dinkens, when a white man with a gun kidnapped the girl and took off in a dark SUV. That story was a lie, authorities now say. After an overnight manhunt and multi-agency investigation, Maryland State Police confirmed the toddler’s remains were disc…
Cannabis Recall Issued In NY After Products Found With Pesticides Cannabis Recall Issued In NY After Products Found With Pesticides
Cannabis Recall Issued In NY After Products Found With Pesticides Nine cannabis products sold across New York state are being recalled after tests revealed potentially dangerous pesticide contamination, officials announced. The New York State Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) issued the recall on Tuesday, June 10, for several adult-use cannabis products manufactured by IndoGrow LLC. It comes after products quarantined for testing issues were retested and found to contain unallowable levels of pesticides that could pose health and safety risks. Recalled Products Include: The Force Pre-Roll (SWDV01) Blue Coffee Flower (IC099-001-BC) Blue Coffee Pre-Ro…
‘Rides’ To Riches: Ambulette Owner From LI Admits To $20M Medicaid Scam ‘Rides’ To Riches: Ambulette Owner From LI Admits To $20M Medicaid Scam
‘Rides’ To Riches: Ambulette Owner From LI Admits To $20M Medicaid Scam A Long Island ambulette company owner who lived lavishly on the backs of New York’s neediest has admitted to masterminding a multimillion-dollar Medicaid fraud scheme. Adnan “Eddie” Arshad, 46, of Mount Sinai, pleaded guilty to healthcare fraud and money laundering in Central Islip federal court on Wednesday, June 11. Arshad confessed to leading a ring of fraudsters who stole approximately $20 million from Medicaid by falsely billing for non-existent medical transportation services over the course of nearly four years, prosecutors said. “While Mr. Arshad should have been transporting medi…
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