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Drivers to get huge $6,700 one-time payment from $50 million settlement if they had cars repaired – see who qualifies
CHEVY and GM diesel owners equipped with a large displacement V8 and a specific fuel pump could be seeing a substantial payday. The settlement covers drivers in seven states, with some being paid up to $12,700. Chevrolet and GMC, both brands under General Motors, have reached a preliminary settlement for...
Nassau County residents, leaders protest plans to build giant casino
Nassau County residents and leaders gathered Thursday to protest plans to place the second-largest casino in the country right in the middle of their community.Nassau Planning Commission voted unanimously to hand over control of the Nassau Coliseum to Las Vegas Sands. The lease heads to the rules committee for a vote on Monday.Those in favor of the Las Vegas Sands proposal were Nassau Community College, Long Island University, Uniondale, East Meadow and Hempstead Chambers of Commerce, and the Long Island Association.Las Vegas Sands acknowledged that not everyone is in support of project, but pleased that the planning commission approved it...
‘You Cannot Throw Away Your Vote!’ View Hosts Absolutely Floored When Chris Christie Says He’s Not Voting for Trump or Dems
Chris Christie found himself deflecting attacks from all angles on The View after he dared to suggest that he may not vote for Trump or Democrats. The post ‘You Cannot Throw Away Your Vote!’ View Hosts Absolutely Floored When Chris Christie Says He’s Not Voting for Trump or Dems first appeared on Mediaite.
Walmart building massive new warehouse of the future in NJ
PILESGROVE — Walmart giveth and taketh away in Salem County with the closing of one facility and the announcement of a new one. A Walmart distribution center under construction in Pilesgrove is one of five being built around the country as part of a plan to make its online grocery business more efficient.
Brooklyn man shot dead after confronting man who ‘inappropriately touched’ woman: police
CROWN HEIGHTS, Brooklyn (PIX11) – A man was shot to death in Brooklyn last Friday after he stepped in to confront a man who “inappropriately touched” a woman, police said. Dyseem Jackson, 21, was shot and killed at the Albany Houses at 1400 Bergen St. in Crown Heights around 12:15 a.m., according to the NYPD. […]
N.J. child, mom sickened by McDonald’s food had to be hospitalized, lawsuit says
A New Jersey woman has filed a lawsuit against a McDonald’s franchise in Paterson, claiming she and her child became ill and had to be hospitalized after eating the restaurant’s food. Yuleisi Montero, 30, states in court papers she and her young son got sick after consuming crispy...
County Warns Against Beaches After Rainfall
Rainfall has again led to an advisory against swimming at North Shore beaches because of concerns about bacteria. The Suffolk County Department of Health recommended Thursday that bathing and other water contact be suspended in affected areas until the waters have been flushed by two Read More ...
NOAA Says New York State Will Stay Very Warm Well Into the Fall
While the brutal heatwave finally broke across New York state this week, meteorologists say the much warmer than average weather isn't going to stay away. Could summer-like temperatures last well into the fall across New York and the Northeast?. So far this year, Extreme Weather Watch says that it has...
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...
New diploma criteria shape the future of education
As the 2024-25 school year begins, there are two significant changes that have the potential to shape the future of education: the implementation of new criteria to earn a high school diploma, and the revision of the foundation aid formula. These developments represent both challenges and opportunities, and their successful implementation will require the active engagement of our entire community.
NY doctor delivers baby in same room as he delivered mom 22 years ago
ROCKVILLE CENTRE, N.Y. (PIX11) — Life came full circle at one Long Island hospital this week. New mom Emoni Wise gave birth to her baby boy, Legend Wise, on Sunday at Catholic Health Mercy Hospital. Making the moment extra special, the doctor who delivered Legend, Dr. Jay Seraji, also happened to deliver Wise in the […]
‘Elegant Creature’ Spotted In New York State For The 1st Time
An "elegant creature" was just spotted in New York State for the first time. We learned why this may have "unprecedented" event likely happened. A flamingo flew to the Empire State. Flamingo Arrives In New York State. American Flamingos are typically found in the Caribbean, Mexico, and northern parts of...
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