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William Floyd varsity football advances to semifinals after win over Sachem East
The William Floyd Colonials varsity football team advanced to the semifinals of the Section XI playoffs after defeating Sachem East 34-14.
Exonerated Brooklyn man files federal suit against New York City over wrongful conviction
Arvel Marshall files a lawsuit against New York City claiming he was wrongfully convicted due to police misconduct including evidence fabrication and suppression during his trial for murder charges in which he spent over sixteen years incarcerated...
Consumer sues Wise Foods over 'natural' labeling on snack products
A lawsuit has been filed against snack food company Wise Foods, Inc., alleging deceptive marketing practices related to its potato chips.
Lawsuit alleges Oceanside district improperly rejected student’s medical exemption
A New York father is seeking court intervention to address the exclusion of his five-year-old daughter from her kindergarten class.
Stony Brook study reveals how new drug fights deadly parasitic infection
A research team led by Stony Brook University has conducted the first comprehensive analysis of how the drug fexinidazole kills trypanosomatid parasites, which are responsible for more than a billion potentially fatal infections globally each year.
Stony Brook veteran leader builds support network for military-connected students
Pamela Pfeil, associate director of Military and Veterans Affairs at Stony Brook University, did not initially plan to serve in the military.
WolfieTank competition highlights student innovation across disciplines at Stony Brook University
For the 11th year, Stony Brook University hosted its annual WolfieTank competition, encouraging students to develop and present entrepreneurial ideas.
Geek Talks celebrates ten years connecting science enthusiasts at Stony Brook University
Chris Paparo, assistant director for Southampton programs and Marine Sciences Center Manager at the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS), marked the 10th anniversary of his popular lecture series, now known as Geek Talks, earlier this...
Stony Brook professor Anatoly Frenkel receives Ross Coffin Purdy Award for ceramic research
Anatoly Frenkel, a professor in the Department of Materials Science and Chemical Engineering at Stony Brook University, and his research team have been honored with the Ross Coffin Purdy Award for their work on ceramic materials.
Stony Brook faculty member joins second year of SUNY nursing simulation fellowship
Debra Giugliano, a clinical assistant professor at the Stony Brook School of Nursing, will participate in the second year of the SUNY Nursing Simulation Fellowship for 2025-2026.
Stony Brook University hosts lecture on data analytics in sports
The Convergence lecture series at Stony Brook University will continue with a presentation titled “Get in the Game!
Class action accuses Synchrony Financial of sharing customer data with third parties
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Synchrony Financial, accusing the company of violating privacy laws by sharing sensitive customer information without their consent with third parties.
Former employee sues Bowery Residents’ Committee over alleged racial discrimination
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Bowery Residents’ Committee, Inc. (BRC), claiming he faced discriminatory treatment due to his race and was unjustly terminated after raising concerns about this mistreatment.
Mother accuses private school of unlawfully banning child over vaccine
A mother has taken legal action against Kellenberg Memorial High School for banning her daughter despite valid medical exemptions from vaccination requirements due to health concerns certified by physicians.
New York man sues NYPD officers alleging civil rights violations
A New York City resident has filed a lawsuit against several officers of the NYPD, alleging violations of his civil rights.
Class action targets online casino for alleged illegal gambling in New York
A class action lawsuit has been filed against a company accused of operating an illegal online gambling platform under the guise of a "free" social casino. The complaint targets AI Development, LLC, which operates under the name No Limit Coins.
Stony Brook University hosts workshop on tackling PFAS contamination
Researchers and faculty at Stony Brook University gathered on October 31 to discuss strategies for addressing PFAS, microplastics, and other emerging contaminants in Long Island’s environment.
Stony Brook launches inaugural ‘Back the Brook’ fundraising event for student activities
The State University of New York at Stony Brook will launch its first "Back the Brook" 24-hour crowdfunding campaign on November 19.
Lawsuit claims NYPD officers assaulted child in case of mistaken identity
A parent has filed a lawsuit against the City of New York and two police officers, alleging a case of mistaken identity that led to the unlawful detention and assault of her child.
Honeywell faces class action over alleged false 'True HEPA' air purifier claims
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Honeywell International, Inc., alleging deceptive marketing practices regarding its air purifier products.
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The legendary Long Island journalist Karl Grossman’s latest column.
Don't Expect Bregman to Pay Off
This week, one of the bigger names in the free agency cycle signed with the Chicago Cubs, and fantasy managers everywhere sighed. Usually, anyone heading to Wrigley Field is viewed as a positive, but for Alex Bregman, more information has emerged suggesting this move could spell trouble for his fantasy outlook. Bregman is a right-handed pull hitter who previously played in two of the more favorable home parks for that profile in Houston and Boston. Both parks feature short left-field dimensions that reward pulled fly balls and help inflate power numbers.
Futures Bettors Will Be Smiling
The College Football Championship is set, and it pits two of the more unlikely teams against each other. Indiana may have the largest living alumni base in the country, with more than 800,000 graduates, but few expected the Hoosiers to reach this stage. They feature zero five-star recruits and have instead relied on depth, discipline, and consistency while dominating all season long.