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Starving Dog Rescued From Shocking Conditions In Long Island Basement: Officials Starving Dog Rescued From Shocking Conditions In Long Island Basement: Officials
Starving Dog Rescued From Shocking Conditions In Long Island Basement: Officials A young Long Island man left a starving dog locked in a basement with little to eat, authorities said Wednesday, Sept. 16. Isaiah Thomas, 20, of Wheatley Heights, was arrested Tuesday, Sept. 15 on two animal cruelty charges, the Suffolk County SPCA said. Thomas owned a 4-year-old Cane Corso named Apollo, then confined the dog to a basement secured by a metal door that was held closed by three vehicle tires, investigators said. When authorities found Apollo, the dog was severely underweight and suffering from a flea infestation, excoriations, wounds, severe generalized muscle loss, and diff…
NBC4 Helicopter Crashes While Covering Accident In LA, Killing 3, Including Reporter NBC4 Helicopter Crashes While Covering Accident In LA, Killing 3, Including Reporter
NBC4 Helicopter Crashes While Covering Accident In LA, Killing 3, Including Reporter A news helicopter sent to cover a deadly Los Angeles collision became the scene of another tragedy. Three people died when NewsChopper4, providing coverage for NBC4 and Telemundo 52, crashed in Chatsworth just before 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15, according to multiple reports and the Los Angeles Fire Department. Aerial reporter Eliana Moreno and pilot George Marciniw were killed aboard the helicopter, NBC Los Angeles reported. Angel City Air operated the aircraft for the stations. A pedestrian on the ground also died, according to ABC News, citing a fire department spokesperson. The helicopte…
Electrocution, Burn Hazards Spark Recall Of Hair Care Product Sold On Amazon Electrocution, Burn Hazards Spark Recall Of Hair Care Product Sold On Amazon
Electrocution, Burn Hazards Spark Recall Of Hair Care Product Sold On Amazon Thousands of hair dryer brushes are being recalled because they can cause electrocution, shock, and burn hazards. Guang Zhou issued the recall for about 2,295 Wantefully Hair Dryer Brushes, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Sept. 10. The hair dryer brushes don't have an integrated immersion protection device required under federal regulations. The missing safety device can create a risk of death or serious injury from electrocution or shock if the hair dryers fall into water while plugged in. The brushes can also overheat, creating a burn hazard. Guang Zhou…
September's Full Moon Offers More Than One Night To Watch September's Full Moon Offers More Than One Night To Watch
September's Full Moon Offers More Than One Night To Watch One of autumn’s signature sky displays is approaching, and catching it will offer more flexibility than a single night outdoors. The Harvest Moon will rise in the east shortly after sunset on Saturday, Sept. 26, according to NASA’s September skywatching guide. Saturn will appear nearby, adding another easy-to-spot object to the evening sky. The moon reaches its full phase at 12:49 p.m. EDT that day, according to The Old Farmer’s Almanac. For viewers in the Northeast, the evening rise will offer a chance to see it. No need to limit plans to Saturday. The moon will appear nearly full on Frid…
Homicide Mystery Continues After Man Found Dead Near Nassau County Strip Mall ID'd Homicide Mystery Continues After Man Found Dead Near Nassau County Strip Mall ID'd
Homicide Mystery Continues After Man Found Dead Near Nassau County Strip Mall ID'd A man found dead near a Long Island shopping plaza before dawn has been identified, but police have not revealed how he died. Tadeo Alvarado-Chavez, 40, of Roosevelt, was found in the vicinity of 979 Nassau Road in Uniondale after First Precinct officers responded to a 911 call for an aided person at 4:05 a.m. Monday, Sept. 14, according to Nassau County Police. Alvarado-Chavez was pronounced dead at the scene by a Nassau County Police medic, detectives said. The Homicide Squad is investigating, but no additional details about the circumstances surrounding his death were released. A…
Closing The Loop: Ed Sheeran’s 4 Remaining Openers Drop Out After Macklemore Ouster Closing The Loop: Ed Sheeran’s 4 Remaining Openers Drop Out After Macklemore Ouster
Closing The Loop: Ed Sheeran’s 4 Remaining Openers Drop Out After Macklemore Ouster Macklemore got the boot, then Ed Sheeran’s opening acts followed suit. One day after Macklemore was kicked off of Ed Sheeran's Loop tour for his pro-Palestinian remarks during his openers in New Jersey, all four other opening artists dropped out in solidarity on Tuesday, Sept. 15. Those artists include Billie Eilish's brother Finneas, Irish singer-songwriter Aaron Rowe, Danish band Lukas Graham and Irish folk group Beoga. In a statement, Rowe wrote, in part: "I cannot stand by and allow billionaires to use their position of power to silence the rightful voices of those who speak up ag…
Jason Kelce’s ‘Monday Night Football’ Debut Had Fans Talking — But Not About Football Jason Kelce’s ‘Monday Night Football’ Debut Had Fans Talking — But Not About Football
Jason Kelce’s ‘Monday Night Football’ Debut Had Fans Talking — But Not About Football Jason Kelce made his "Monday Night Football" debut on ESPN, but fans' focus was on something other than football. His fashion choice. The former Philadelphia Eagles center joined ESPN's "Monday Night Countdown" from Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City on Monday, Sept. 14, before the Chiefs opened their season against the Denver Broncos.  Kelce paired a dark suit, white shirt, and blue tie with white New Balance sneakers, which is what many fans found problematic. "STOP WEARING TENNIS SHOES WITH SUITS IM BEGGING YOU," Amy, who posts as @amyknowsball on X, wrote Sunday, Sept. 14. The…
Nassau Architect’s Paperwork Scam Exposed In Brooklyn Building Battle, Man Settles With AG Nassau Architect’s Paperwork Scam Exposed In Brooklyn Building Battle, Man Settles With AG
Nassau Architect’s Paperwork Scam Exposed In Brooklyn Building Battle, Man Settles With AG A Long Island architect who played a crucial role in a New York City building scam won’t face criminal consequences, authorities announced Tuesday, Sept. 15. Kevin McCray, who worked out of Mineola, instead cooperated in the investigation and will only be banned from working with NYC’s Department of Buildings in the future, the New York Attorney General’s office said. McCray made a deal with Basic Group, a company that helps with renovation and construction paperwork, according to investigators. But McCray’s deal wasn’t standard — it was instead specifically designed to skirt New York City …
Another 16-Year-Old Boy Hospitalized In Nassau County E-Bike Crash: Police Another 16-Year-Old Boy Hospitalized In Nassau County E-Bike Crash: Police
Another 16-Year-Old Boy Hospitalized In Nassau County E-Bike Crash: Police A 16-year-old Long Island boy was hospitalized following a crash on an e-bike on Tuesday, Sept. 15, police said. The boy was traveling westbound on West John Street through Hicksville around 3:20 p.m. Tuesday, the Nassau County Police Department said. The driver of a 2024 Hyundai collided with the boy while traveling northbound near the intersection with Strong Street, according to police. First responders took the 16-year-old boy to a hospital for evaluation and treatment of a leg injury, cops said. The Hyundai driver was uninjured and remained at the scene. It was the second e-bike cras…
MS-13 Shotcaller Who Admitted To Eight LI Murders — Including Of Two HS Girls — Learns His Fate MS-13 Shotcaller Who Admitted To Eight LI Murders — Including Of Two HS Girls — Learns His Fate
MS-13 Shotcaller Who Admitted To Eight LI Murders — Including Of Two HS Girls — Learns His Fate An MS-13 boss who orchestrated at least eight murders on Long Island was sentenced Tuesday, Sept. 15 in federal court. Jairo Saenz, 30, got 60 years in prison after pleading guilty to numerous killings, the Justice Department said. Saenz admitted his role in MS-13 back in January 2025, telling authorities he was second-in-command only to his brother, Alexi Saenz. Alexi previously got 68 years for his role in eight murders. “Jairo Saenz and his brother Alexi were at the forefront of a violent reign of terror and bloodshed that plagued communities across Long Island for years,” U.S. Attorney…
Livestreaming, Joyriding Teen Admits Killing Elderly Woman In Long Island Car Crash: DA Livestreaming, Joyriding Teen Admits Killing Elderly Woman In Long Island Car Crash: DA
Livestreaming, Joyriding Teen Admits Killing Elderly Woman In Long Island Car Crash: DA A Long Island teenager pleaded guilty to killing an elderly woman while livestreaming himself in a stolen car, authorities said Tuesday, Sept. 15. Matthew Papile, 18, of Port Jefferson, was prosecuted as an adult and faces up to 18 years in prison at his sentencing hearing, the Suffolk County District Attorney’s office said. Papile was high on marijuana and behind the wheel of a stolen Land Rover when he slammed into the backside of a vehicle driven by Marion Napolitano, investigators said. Papile was also livestreaming his joyride on Instagram when he killed the 73-year-old Napolitano, aut…
Gotti Grandson Carmine Agnello Got Married Before Being Locked Up: Report Gotti Grandson Carmine Agnello Got Married Before Being Locked Up: Report
Gotti Grandson Carmine Agnello Got Married Before Being Locked Up: Report John Gotti’s grandson got married just before he reported to federal prison, according to a report published Tuesday, Sept. 15. Carmine G. Agnello, 40, of East Norwich, tied the knot with Ariana Puran before he was locked up Monday, Aug. 10, Newsday reported. The couple married Saturday, Aug. 8, according to Agnello’s lawyer, Steve Christiansen. Agnello was accused of domestic violence against Puran in June. She later described the dispute to Newsday as a “regular couple’s argument” and said she wouldn't pursue criminal charges, but the state case against Agnello is still pending. However,…