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Nassau County detectives sued for alleged wrongful prosecution
A lawsuit accuses the County of Nassau and three detectives from the Nassau County Police Department of wrongful prosecution.
Passenger sues Uber for negligence claiming that she was sexually assaulted by driver
A rider has filed a lawsuit against rideshare company Uber, claiming that she was kidnapped and sexually assaulted by one of its drivers during a ride in Cartagena, Colombia.
Complaint alleges constitutional violations by Eastern District judge
A recent court filing in the Eastern District of New York against United States District Judge Natasha C. Merle raises constitutional questions about judicial authority and procedural rights.
Shareholder suit accuses LifeMD executives of misleading investors
A shareholder has filed a lawsuit against the leadership of LifeMD, Inc., alleging misconduct that harmed the company’s financial position and reputation.
Father sues Nassau County Police over treatment of autistic child during school drill
A father has filed a lawsuit against the Nassau County Police Department, alleging that officers traumatized his autistic son during a school safety drill.
Brooklyn resident sues NYPD and sanitation department over destroyed motorbikes
A Brooklyn resident has filed a lawsuit against the New York City Police Department and the New York City Department of Sanitation, alleging that the agencies unlawfully removed and destroyed his motorbikes.
William Floyd High School students build and test solar ovens for science project
Students at William Floyd High School recently engaged in a practical science activity focused on renewable energy.
Stony Brook hosts CommUniversity Day open house featuring science exhibits and community engagement
Stony Brook University hosted its annual CommUniversity Day on September 27, drawing 3,300 visitors to the campus.
EMT sues Maimonides Medical Center over alleged unpaid overtime
An emergency medical technician has filed a class and collective action lawsuit against Maimonides Medical Center, alleging violations of federal and state labor laws. The complaint names the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the New York Labor Law (NYLL) as the governing statutes.
Nurse practitioner sues NYPD over alleged police abuse
A woman has filed a lawsuit against the City of New York and several police officers, alleging civil rights violations, including false arrest and excessive force.
Lawsuit claims CityFHEPS voucher process violated constitutional rights
An individual has filed a lawsuit against several New York state agencies, alleging violations of constitutional rights related to prolonged delays in receiving housing assistance.
Nassau County faces lawsuit over alleged civil rights violations at NCCC
A detainee at the Nassau County Correctional Center (NCCC) has filed a lawsuit against the County of Nassau, Sheriff Anthony J. LaRocco, and unnamed corrections officers, alleging violations of his civil rights during pre-trial detention.
Lawsuit claims Brookhaven officials targeted Asian-owned spas
Stone Equities, LLC has filed a lawsuit against the Town of Brookhaven and several of its employees, alleging misconduct that caused financial and reputational harm. The defendants named in the complaint are the Town of Brookhaven and individuals Theresa Trejo, Amanda Paccione, and Brian Smith.
Stony Brook president outlines plans for growth during first state of university address
Stony Brook University President Andrea Goldsmith delivered her first State of the University address on September 29, 2025, outlining her vision for the institution’s future.
President Andrea Goldsmith outlines vision for growth at first State of University Address
Andrea Goldsmith, president of Stony Brook University, delivered her first State of the University Address on September 29 at the Staller Center Main Stage.
Stony Brook University highlights contributions during National Postdoc Appreciation Week
The Graduate School and Office of Postdoctoral Affairs at Stony Brook University observed National Postdoc Appreciation Week (NPAW) from September 15 to 19, highlighting the work of postdoctoral scholars within the university and their impact on...
Stony Brook receives $5.3 million NIH grant for physician-scientist training
The Renaissance School of Medicine (RSOM) at Stony Brook University has secured a five-year, $5.3 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to support its Medical Science Training Program (MSTP).
Stony Brook celebrates $1 million gift supporting preservation of senator jacob javits' archives
Stony Brook University Libraries recently welcomed the family of former U.S. Senator Jacob Javits for a private viewing of the Senator Jacob K. Javits Collection, housed in the university’s Special Collections and University Archive.
Sarah Jourdain appointed executive director to lead Stony Brook's teacher education
Stony Brook University has named Sarah Jourdain as the first executive director of teacher education.
Wolfieland carnival draws record attendance at Stony Brook University
The annual Wolfieland carnival returned to Stony Brook University on September 20, drawing large crowds of students to the Student Activities Center parking lot.
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Floyd Cheer Excels at Nationals
The William Floyd varsity cheerleaders have advanced to the semifinals of the 2026 UCA National High School Cheerleading Championship in Orlando, Florida.