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Hicksville Mom Drove Drunk With Four Kids After Punching Husband: Police
A Hicksville woman was arrested for drunk driving under Leandra’s Law after a domestic dispute escalated in Mineola, Nassau County police announced on Monday, Jan. 13.
Elizabeth Maldonado, 34, allegedly punched her husband during an argument at a restaurant in Mineola on Sunday, Jan. 12, at approximately 11:10 p.m., police said. After the altercation, Maldonado left the scene in a 2022 Dodge Durango with their three children, ages 6, 7, and 14, as well as another 14-year-old boy, according to authorities.
The husband called 911, and officers later responded to the couple’s Hicksville home t…
Elmont Man Attempts To 'Gouge Out Eye' Of Arresting Officer, Police Say
An Elmont man is accused of assaulting police officers and resisting arrest during a routine patrol, Nassau County Police announced on Sunday, Jan. 12.
Hurguens Jasmin, 28, of South King Street, was recognized by officers walking along Dutch Broadway near Opal Street at approximately 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 11. He had an active Nassau County arrest warrant, according to detectives.
When officers approached, Jasmin became combative, allegedly punching one officer in the face multiple times, causing significant pain, and attempting to gouge another officer’s eye while trying to flee. He w…
New LA Wildfires Update: Death Toll Hits 16, With 40,000 Acres, 12,000 Structures Destroyed
The number of confirmed deaths from six separate wildfires in the Los Angeles area has climbed to 16.
The situation remains dire, with at least another 16 people still reported missing, and authorities anticipate that this number may increase as the search continues.
The wildfires have destroyed 40,000 acres -- more than twice the size of Manhattan and almost the size of Washington, DC, while The creating apocalyptic scenes that seem straight from a horror movie.
More than 12,000 structures have been destroyed.
A red flag warnings for dangerous fire conditions through Wednesday, Jan.…
Dad’s Epic Meltdowns Are Blowing Up On TikTok
When Michael Bambino, 20, posted his first prank video on his dad, he never imagined it would become a viral sensation. The clip — featuring his father’s short fuse and trademark over-the-top reactions — racked up 200,000 views overnight.
Now, Michael’s playful antics with his 56-year-old, Brookfield-based construction worker dad, Anthony Bambino, have become social media gold. Their TikTok handle, @theragingitalian_, and Instagram page, @theragingitalian, are closing in on 2 million followers combined — just six months after launching.
The channel’s name says it all. Most videos show Micha…
NYU Wrestling Captain Battles Brain Cancer With Unbreakable Spirit
Benny Bautista isn’t new to tough battles.
The 21-year-old captain of the NYU wrestling team and Paramus Catholic grad has spent years facing challenges on the mat. But now, Bautista, of Montvale, NJ, is up against something even tougher: Grade 3 Oligodendroglioma, a rare and aggressive brain cancer.
Despite the diagnosis that came just after New Year's, Bautista's unwavering spirit and selflessness have not faltered. For his teammates, Bautista is more than just a leader—he’s the glue that holds them together.
"When I think of altruism, I think of Benny," said Danny Lightfoot, team …
32-Year-Old Former Child Star Among At Least 11 Killed In LA Wildfires
A former child star and motivational speaker is among the victims of the devastating Los Angeles wildfires, his family has confirmed.
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Rory Sykes, 32, an Australian who gained media attention as a boy for sharing his experiences living with disabilities, died on Wednesday, Jan. 8, at his family’s estate in Malibu, his mother, Shelley Sykes, announced in a post on X.
“It is with great sadness that I have to announce the death of my beautiful son @Rorysykes to the Malibu fires yeste…
Biden Extends Deportation Protections Ahead Of Trump Inauguration
In a last-minute move, President Joe Biden extended deportation protections on for approximately 900,000 immigrants from countries facing conflict or instability, including Venezuela, Ukraine, El Salvador, and Sudan.
The decision, announced on Friday, Jan. 10, shields these individuals from deportation and allows them to work legally in the US for the first 18 months of the incoming Trump administration.
Biden’s action utilizes Temporary Protected Status (TPS), a program granting renewable 18-month protections for individuals from countries deemed unsafe due to armed c…
Another Doc On NY Native Diddy Sets Premiere Date: 'I Kept Quiet For 18 Years'
A new docuseries exploring allegations against music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs is set to premiere this month, shedding light on decades of troubling claims surrounding the New York native.
Investigation Discovery (ID) announced that "The Fall of Diddy," a multi-part docuseries chronicling Combs' meteoric rise in music and entertainment and his allegations of sexual assault, violence, and other misconduct, will air on Monday, Jan. 27, and Tuesday, Jan. 28, from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. ET/PT.
Born in Harlem and raised in the Westchester County city of Mount Vernon, Combs, age 55, be…
