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Navy veteran sues VA hospital over alleged denial of religious rights
A disabled United States Navy veteran has filed a lawsuit against the Northport VA Medical Center, claiming that his First Amendment rights were violated because he was denied access to religious articles and clergy essential to his Catholic faith.
Volunteer dog walker sues Town of Hempstead over ban from public facilities
A volunteer dog walker has filed a lawsuit against the Town of Hempstead in New York and three of its officials, alleging constitutional rights violations after being banned from all town facilities.
Woman files lawsuit against CarMax alleging that her vehilce was unlawfully seized
A woman has filed a lawsuit against multiple defendants, including an automotive retailer and repossession companies, alleging the unlawful repossession of her vehicle.
Staten Island woman sues NYPD and city for alleged false arrest and excessive force
A Staten Island resident has filed a lawsuit against the City of New York and unnamed NYPD officers, alleging civil rights violations stemming from an incident in May 2024.
United Beauty Brands accused of violating telemarketing laws by sending unsolicited text messages
A class action lawsuit has been filed against beauty brand United Beauty Brands, LLC, for allegedly sending unsolicited marketing text messages during hours prohibited by federal telemarketing laws.
Former Bronx art teacher sues NYC Department of Education for disability discrimination
A former art teacher at the Bronx High School for the Visual Arts has filed a lawsuit against the New York City Department of Education (NYCDOE) alleging discrimination and retaliation.
Former Delivery Drivers Accuse Amazon of Violating Labor Laws
Three former delivery drivers have filed a lawsuit against Amazon alleging violations of federal and state labor laws related to inadequate layoff notices.
Bath & Body Works faces lawsuit over alleged exploding candle
A lawsuit has been filed against Bath & Body Works, LLC, and The Premier Candle Corporation, concerning injuries allegedly caused by a defective candle.
Cheapest midgrade gas found in Suffolk County during week ending July 5
1 gas station had the lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending July 5, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
Cheapest premium gas found in Suffolk County during week ending July 5
According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 1 gas station had the lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending July 5.
P. Scott Carney named chair of Stony Brook University's mechanical engineering department
P. Scott Carney has been appointed as the chair of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Stony Brook University, starting September 1, 2025.
Stony Brook hosts teens' summer camp on cutting-edge quantum science
Thirty-five high school students recently participated in a four-day camp at Stony Brook University, focusing on quantum information science and technology.
Stony Brook student's journey from high school tour leads to key role in quantum research
As a high school senior visiting Stony Brook University, Leonardo Castillo Veneros did not expect his future to be shaped by a visit to Professor Eden Figueroa’s physics lab.
Stony Brook student receives Leakey Grant for primate study in Kenya
A doctoral student from Stony Brook University has received a notable grant from the Leakey Foundation to study primates in coastal Kenya.
Chef's journey back to kitchen through SBU's Cooking from Home program
When Anthony Salierno returned to the kitchen at West Side dine-in this spring, he was not just preparing a dessert; he was completing a personal journey.
Research reveals new insights into dinosaur evolution related to bird flight
An analysis of two theropod dinosaur fossils has revealed the presence of a carpal bone in their wrists, previously thought to be unique to birds.
Magnets show promise in advancing cancer treatment with proton beams
Scientists and doctors are exploring new ways to treat cancer more effectively.
Study finds climate change delays shark migrations in North Atlantic
Certain migratory shark species in the North Atlantic may be delaying their migration south due to ocean warming, according to a study led by researchers at Stony Brook University's School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS).
Zuccaire Gallery hosts exhibit on indigenous language in contemporary art
“Weaving Words, Weaving Worlds: The Power of Indigenous Language in Contemporary Art” is an upcoming exhibition at the Paul W. Zuccaire Gallery, located in the Staller Center for the Arts at Stony Brook University.
Where drivers found cheapest diesel across Suffolk County in week ending July 5
1 gas station had the lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending July 5, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
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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.