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Hunter Biden Is Convicted on Three Felony Gun Charges
Hunter Biden was found guilty of three felony weapon charges in a Delaware court after only three hours of jury deliberations. He is the first child of an American President to be convicted of a felony.
Good Government Group Slams Hochul for Secrecy
Three years into her administration, Gov. Hochul's government transparency plans are falling short.
Democratic Congressional Candidate Proposes 'Re-Education Camp' for Trump Supporters
"MAGA" Trump supporters should attend a "re-education camp" after the 2024 election — even if Democrats see a "resounding blue wave," said Democrat congressional candidate, Paula Collins, said during a Zoom Townhall.
Job Numbers Stun with Staggering Losses for Americans and Big Increases for Immigrants
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released May job numbers that appear rosy on the surface at 272,000 new jobs. The numbers alone hide the story of who is getting the jobs, and more importantly, who is losing them.
Hochul Delivers Big Dose of Antihistamine to Stop Congestion Pricing
Congestion pricing tolls in Manhattan, scheduled to start on June 30, were abruptly halted "indefinitely" by Governor Hochul.
Biden Issues Executive Order Putting Trump Border Rule Back in Place
Biden issued a new Executive Order limiting some illegal immigrants from crossing the southern border and being released into the country.
NYS Senate passes 'Honor and Remember Flag' Legislation
The NY Senate passed legislation making the "Honor and Remember Flag" the official flag for recognizing and honoring armed service members in New York.
Illegal immigrant from Venezuela shoots two cops in Queens
A 19-year-old illegal immigrant from Venezuela, Bernardo Raul Castro-Mata, was arrested for shooting two police officers during a pursuit.
Biden Spends Billions Building Seven EV Charging Stations
Biden's administration has only managed to build seven or eight EV charging stations with a $7.5 billion program, which is barely off the ground three years later.
Hochul Proposes Smartphone Ban in Schools
Gov. Hochul plans to introduce a bill to ban smartphones in New York schools to "keep children safe and make sure their attention is on learning".
National Grid Looks to ZAP Your Wallet With a Double-Digit Rate Increase
National Grid has asked for a 15-20% increase in electric and gas rates for next year.
Albany Looks to Legalize Prostitution
New York City is riddled with crime, homelessness, and illegal immigration, and now Albany lawmakers are considering adding illicit prostitution to the list of "allowable crimes".
$uppressing Information is as Easy as a Letter Change
House Subcommittee uncovers effort to hide information on COVID origin research.
Independent presidential hopeful RFK Jr. files for NY ballot access
The NY v. Trump trial that began against the former president six weeks ago is expected to move to closing arguments Tuesday.
Trump Trial Wraps Up
The State of New York v. Donald J. Trump trial that began against the former president six weeks ago is expected to wrap up this week. Closing arguments kicked off the Tuesday after Memorial Day. A verdict could even come down this week.
Congress Blocks Illegal Immigrants From Voting in Washington D.C.
The House of Representatives recently passed a bill to prevent non-citizens, both illegal and legal, from voting in District of Columbia (DC) elections.The House bill passed with strong bipartisan support by a vote of 262-143. Fifty-two Democrats joined the Republican majority in favor of keeping voting rights exclusive to American citizens.In 2022, the District of Columbia Council passed a local law to allow illegal immigrants to vote in their locally based elections.."Allowing noncitizens—including illegal aliens and foreign agents—to vote in elections dilutes the voting power of the citizen voter," said bill sponsor Rep. August Pfluger (R-TX).Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA) weighed in stating, "The radical policy from the DC city council to allow noncitizens to decide local elections is anti-American and dilutes the constitutional rights of DC residents."The Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act, enacted in 1996, unequivocally prohibits non-citizens from participating in fede
Suffolk County Taxpayers on the Hook for Student Loan Debt
Biden defies Supreme Court again with $7.7 Billion in new student loan debt transfer to taxpayers
State Democrats Continue Handcuffing Cops Wanting to Deport Illegal Immigrants
State Democrats Continue Handcuffing Cops Wanting to Deport Illegal Immigrants
Big Court Battle Brewing over Controversial "Equal Rights Amendment"
New York State has filed an appeal that slammed the brakes on putting the controversial "Equal Rights Amendment (ERA)" up for a vote on this November's ballot.
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Heavy Police Presence at William Floyd Varsity Girls' Track Meet
As more and more attention has been thrust upon the William Floyd Girls’ Track Team, so has the caution within the William Floyd School District.
Muslim Cemetery on Hold for East Moriches
Town hears it from residents, puts Muslim cemetery on hold pending further review.
After the Inferno: A Reporter’s Dispatch from the Ruins
After the Flames: South Shore Press Reporter Robert Chartuk Walks Through the Wreckage.