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Ten years after Eric Garner’s death, a look at police reform efforts
Eric Garner’s death at the hands of police and the protests that followed became a pivotal test for a new mayor, Bill de Blasio, who committed to police reform at the department he oversaw. “In the last 10 years, we have seen a tremendous amount of effort put forth...
NY weather: Weather alert for strong thunderstorms in Putnam and Westchester counties Tuesday evening
A report was issued from the National Weather Service on Tuesday at 6:43 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 7:30 p.m. for Putnam and Westchester counties. Residents may experience wind gusts of up to 50 mph. "At 6:42 p.m., Doppler radar tracked strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near New...
NY weather update: Heat advisory issued for New York until Wednesday evening
On Wednesday at 3:47 a.m. an updated heat advisory was issued by the National Weather Service in effect until 8 p.m. for Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Westchester, Suffolk and Nassau counties. The weather service describes, "Heat index values up to 98 degrees." "Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses,"...
Upstate, New York Angler Smashes NYS Fishing Record
What's the biggest fish you've ever caught? Did it break any records?. One man in Upstate New York can answer that question confidently with a big old, YES!. The Department of Environmental Conservation shared exciting news for one Upstate New York angler. According to a social media post, a man...
Do Not Eat: All Told To ‘Double Bag’ Meat Sold In New York
A number of chicken and beef products were illegally shipped to stores across New York. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) issued a public health alert that impacts New Yorkers. FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Ineligible Meat and Poultry Products Illegally Imported from the...
Truck Gets Stuck Under Bridge in New York State [PIC]
A large truck hit an underpass in New York state, shutting down traffic in both directions. The same railroad bridge has quite a history when it comes to impacts as well. In fact, this is the very same bridge that was struck three times in just one weekend back in late April.
NYTHA Contributes $25K to Support Cornell Equine
The New York Thoroughbred Horsemen's Association (NYTHA) has made a contribution of $25,000 to support the development of Cornell Equine. The cross-campus program, rooted in Cornell University's scientific research clinical care and education, and based at the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, aims to advance equine health and education through enhanced collaboration amongst interdisciplinary teams.
Yankees Legend Derek Jeter Is Going Viral After Correcting Colin Cowherd
New York Yankees legend Derek Jeter shut down FS1’s Colin Cowherd during an interview when Cowherd insinuated that Jeter had faced Hall of Famer Nolan Ryan. “No,” Jeter said on the July 15 episode of “The Herd,” cutting off Cowherd by saying “no” 10 more times. “I never faced Nolan, slow down. No, I was way after Nolan.”
ARMONK MAN INDICTED FOR ATTEMPTED AGGRAVATED MURDER OF NORTH CASTLE POLICE SERGEANT
Defendant allegedly attempted to stab the sergeant multiple times as police were taking him into custody; Second officer fired duty pistol twice to stop defendant. On July 16, Westchester County District Attorney Miriam E. Rocah announced today that an Armonk man was indicted for the attempted murder of a North Castle police sergeant in May.
NY weather: Thunderstorms with damaging winds and quarter-sized hail to hit part of New York Tuesday
The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning at 5:55 p.m. on Tuesday valid until 6:45 p.m. for Orange, Rockland and Westchester counties. Expect quarter-sized hail (1 inch) and wind gusts of up to 60 mph. "At 5:54 p.m., a severe thunderstorm was located near Vernon Valley, or 10...
New York Community Trust distributes $200M in grants
NEW YORK (PIX11) — Tight budgets and increasing costs have squeezed many groups, activities and organizations. A unique and special charity has been helping nonprofits in the region for 100 years. New York Community Trust serves the five boroughs, Westchester County and Long Island. In the last century, it distributed $5.7 billion. Amy Freitag, the trust’s president, said […]
Does RFK Jr. truly live in Westchester? Ruling will decide if he runs for president in NY
KATONAH ‒ Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was surely a New Yorker for many years while living in Westchester County and making his name as a crusading environmental lawyer and anti-vaccine activist. But the scion of a storied political family sold his Bedford house in 2014 and moved to California, where he and his...
$26.1M Flood Mitigation Project Starts In Cortlandt
The project will elevate the Annsville Circle as well as a half-mile stretch along Route 6/Route 202 in the town of Cortlandt, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Monday, July 15. “Last July, dozens of state roads in the Hudson Valley were affected by one of the most intense and devastating storms in years, causing mass flooding and road closures, and overwhelming communities,” Hochul said. “Resilient infrastructure is necessary to ensure public safety, and this project in Westchester County exemplifies our commitment to tackle the growing threat of global climate change head on.”
Gaels Gear Up for the 2024 Summer Olympics
New Rochelle, N.Y. – Six members of Gael Nation – both past and present – are set to participate in the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France. Former student-athletes from Iona’s Division I athletics programs have been selected to join more than 10,000 top athletes worldwide from July 26 to August 11, 2024.
Tornado Warning & Severe Weather Alerts Issued For Parts of Capital Region
Several severe weather alerts have been issued in the Capital Region and surrounding areas, including a tornado warning for some. As the hot and humid weather continues here in the Capital Region and Upstate New York, so does the risk of sever weather and storms. National Weather Services Issues Tornado...
Gov. Hochul Pledges 'Full Support' After Oneida County Severe Weather Damage
ROME, N.Y. -- Rome and the surrounding area are in the process of cleaning up after severe weather passed through the area, resulting in fallen trees, downed wires and collapsed buildings. There was a radar-confirmed tornado that was announced in the Rome area at around 3:30 p.m. New York Gov....
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