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Warrantless phone searches by customs agents violate the Fourth Amendment, judge rules
Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years. A hot potato: A New York federal judge has ruled that warrantless searches of American citizens' phones by Customs and Border Protection (CBP) are a violation of the Fourth Amendment. The ruling stated that searching through someone's phone is an invasion of a traveler's privacy and "the best approximation government officials have for mindreading."
Hundreds of Verizon users report outage in NY: Downdetector
NEW YORK (PIX11) — Hundreds of Verizon users in the tri-state area reported outages Tuesday for their cellphone service, according to Downdetector. The most reported locations include Poughkeepsie, Newburgh, New York City, and Brooklyn, according to the company’s website. Customers in Dutchess County also reported issues connecting to Verizon’s home internet, according to the Dutchess […]
Oral Rabies Vaccine Bait Program to Begin In New York
Soon you will see low-flying planes and helicopters in the skies across New York State. The United States Department of Agriculture, Wildlife Services program is set to start the distribution of oral rabies vaccine baits in New York State. Weather permitting, ORV baits will be distributed by air throughout the...
McCoy signs deal with San Diego Padres
Hofstra University baseball outfielder Alex McCoy announced he signed a free agent contract with the San Diego Padres on Wednesday, July 17, just one day after the culmination of the 2024 MLB Draft. While the deal is official, a physical signing is still pending. As a Baltimore native, McCoy transferred...
Gilgo Beach serial killer suspect Rex Heuermann appears in court
RIVERHEAD, N.Y. -- Accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann made a brief appearance in court Tuesday as prosecutors turned more discovery over to the defense team. Heuermann's estranged wife Asa Ellerup was also in court, with a support service dog and an attorney, but she did not speak. It was Heuermann's first appearance since being charged in June with two additional murders of women going back to 1993, bringing the total to six. The district attorney confirmed Heuermann is a suspect in a seventh case, Valerie Mack. "Safe to say he would be a suspect in that, yes. We've said right from the...
Looking for better sleep? Ikea unveils ‘sleepeasy’ in NYC popup
Ikea U.S. is unveiling today The Ikea Sleepeasy, an immersive experience showcasing the new range of affordable products and solutions to enable better sleep. For two weekends in August, the furniture brand’s interactive exhibition will walk its New York visitors through the six sleep essentials – comfort, light, temperature, sound, air quality and decluttering – that contribute to better sleep.
NYC public bathroom map from Manhattan Borough President offers 140+ spots
Want to know where to go when you've got to, well, go?. New York City is looking to help. Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine's office distributed a new guide Tuesday as part of an initiative addressing the city's public restroom shortage. City leaders launched a map that pinpoints public restrooms...
Spike Lee Tapped New York University Students For A Recent Campaign
Vitaminwater has launched a new campaign, titled “Vitaminwater from New York,” to celebrate New York City and the city’s diverse voices. The campaign highlights a series of short films, “Energy of New York,” “Color of New York” and “Taste of New York,” directed by film students at New York City University, selected by Spike Lee.… Continue reading Spike Lee Tapped New York University Students For A Recent Campaign
TOMORROW: THE REAL ESTATE EVENT OF THE YEAR
The upcoming PCON real estate show is gearing up to be an unforgettable event, bringing together thousands of property owners, management companies, and developers for a day of learning, discussion, and networking. This annual gathering promises a wealth of insight and opportunity for attendees to grow their businesses and expand...
Police crackdown on illegal vendors along 5th Avenue
Police are cracking down on illegal vendors along 5th Avenue near Bryant Park.NYPD Deputy Commissioner Kaz Daughtry said in a statement posted online that when New Yorkers accosted by what he called 'overzealous' vendors called the police, they responded right away.He said the vendors usually sell counterfeit handbags.Daughtry didn't give details on what was confiscated or if any arrests were made.He promised that police would continue to patrol the area and keep sidewalks clear.* Get Eyewitness News Delivered* Follow us on YouTube* More local news* Send us a news tip* Download the abc7NY app for breaking news alerts Submit a tip or story idea to Eyewitness NewsHave a breaking news tip or an idea for a story we should cover? Send it to Eyewitness News using the form below. If attaching a video or photo, terms of use apply.
City Marks World Day Against Trafficking in Persons on July 30
“World Day Against Trafficking in Persons” was marked on Tuesday, July 30, by the Mayor’s Office to End Domestic and Gender-Based Violence (MOEDGBV) by highlighting this year’s global campaign which focuses on vulnerable groups. According to MOEDGBV, human trafficking is the use of power and control to...
NTSB: Design flaw caused Sandy Ground ferry fire
The design of a new passenger ferry’s fuel oil return system and inadequate follow-on training for engineering crewmembers led to the 2022 fire aboard the Staten Island Ferry Sandy Ground, the National Transportation Safety Board said Tuesday. The fire broke out in the engine room of the Sandy Ground...
Recovering from CrowdStrike, Prepping for the Next Incident
The global CrowdStrike fiasco has been massively disruptive, but this wasn’t the first time a bad update had far-reaching effects — and it “won’t be the last time we see an IT solution impacted this widely,” said TJ Sayers, director of intelligence and incident response at the Center for Internet Security (CIS).
Thunderstorms to come with the heat and humidity
NEW YORK (PIX11) — The heat and humidity started to move into the region on Tuesday. Temperatures made their way up into the upper 80s, with some inland spots topping out at around 90 degrees during the afternoon. While temperatures will continue to climb, the risk of scattered storms...
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