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DEVASTATING' EVIDENCE: Accuser's lawyer claims cops uncover damning details inside Sanford Rubenstein's posh Manhattan high-rise in rape probe

‘There’s a lot of new information that will be devastating to Mr. Rubenstein,’ said one of the attorneys representing the woman, 42, who alleges she was raped by the high-powered lawyer after a birthday bash for the Rev. Al Sharpton.

COVERUP SUIT: Shocking claims against NYPD watchdog group include de Blasio cronie 'colluding' with police, bogus stop-frisk stats

Tracey Catapano-Fox (right) says the board improperly fired her after she sounded the alarm on board chair Richard Emery's (center) "decision to collude" with the NYPD. Catapano-Fox also alleges CCRB member Bishop Mitchell Taylor told a female employee she was 'hot stuff.'

Virginia teen beaten by her father and shipped off to Siberia by her mother, desperate for U.S. return to reunite with sister

A Virginia teenager who thought she was taking a three-week vacation to Siberia as a 15-year-old was actually shipped there for being unruly child, fought off abuse and is now starting over in Morocco.

Lupica: Jets not a pretty picture with dazed and confused QB Geno Smith

This is what it looks like when a player’s coach like Rex Ryan doesn’t have enough players. And when the player — Geno Smith — he needs the most to save his job can’t show up for a team meeting because he was confused about a time change.

Two friends among five teens charged in killing of Chicago-area varsity swimmer: police

A fifth Chicago teen was arrested at school Monday in the shooting death of a popular 17-year-old boy in an apparent drug heist gone wrong, police said. Maxwell Gadau was shot and killed and a female friend wounded in the face Sept. 28 after the five suspects plotted to rob the girl, an alleged marijuana dealer, in a "snatch and run."

No criminal charges for SWAT officers in botched Georgia drug raid that disfigured toddler

Family of injured 19-month-old boy was 'devastated' by the Habersham County grand jury finding on Monday. Baby Bou Bou was severely injured when police threw a stun grenade into the playpen he was sleeping in May 28.

'She was like a puppet': Source says Teresa was coached for 'Live' interview

Security video, other technology could help crack Sanford Rubenstein case: expert

In my years as a sex crimes prosecutor at the Manhattan district attorney’s office, I learned that encounters dismissed as unprovable cases of “he said, she said” may actually be proved.

VIDEO 'He didn't look like he was breathing': Massive blaze in St. Albans home claims lives of two boys, ages 6 and 11, while leaving one adult in serious condition

Three people, including a young child and an adolescent, suffered severe injuries when a fire tore through a Queens home on Monday night, authorities said.

Saks Fifth Avenue employees busted in identity theft ring that bought $400K of designer goods to resell on black market

Local and federal authorities broke up an identity theft ring made up of Saks Fifth Avenue employees who allegedly stole customer information and used that to buy $400,000 worth of designer bags and shoes that were resold on the black market.

EXCLUSIVE NYPD changing forms cops must fill out after a questioning or frisk

The NYPD is revising the standard form cops must fill out after stopping someone for questioning or a frisk — replacing a checklist-based format with a section that requires a written explanation justifying the stop.

'Modern Family' star's 3-year order against ex-beau also protects her pooch

EXCLUSIVE Mexican druglord Joaquin (El Chapo) Guzman charged with 12 murders in new indictment — and could be headed to NYC if extradited

An indictment unsealed in Brooklyn Federal Court alleges Guzman and his successor employed hit men to carry out hundreds of murders, assaults, kidnappings and tortures. The druglord has been sitting in a Mexican jail under heavy guard since last February — but sources say New York City will likely be his first stop if he is extradited.

W Hotel chain openly allows prostitution in their facilities, New Jersey couple's legal filing claims

Anna Burgese of Medford, N.J., says she was attacked early last year in the lobby of a South Beach W Hotel by drunken hookers who mistakenly believed she was competition.

'She didn't take a minute to make sure': Phoenix 3-month-old dies in hot car during 97-degree heat, cops say

A 3-month-old boy died in a hot car in Phoenix while the person in charge of his care was at church choir practice.

'Do us all a favor and turn yourself in': Sister of alleged Pennsylvania cop-killer calls 22-day manhunt stressful

Pennsylvania police confirm there was another possible sighting of survivalist Eric Frein on Sunday — Day 22 of the manhunt — and warned Poconos residents and restaurants to watch after garbage cans as the alleged killer's supplies may be running low.

Woman with terminal brain cancer advocates for law that will let her end life on own terms

On Nov. 1, surrounded by her husband, mother and best friend, Brittany Maynard will ingest medication that ends her life peacefully and painlessly.

Broadway legend, Tony winner Marian Seldes dead at 86

SEE IT North Carolina diner hands over cash register to God, asks patrons to pay whatever they want

A North Carolina diner owner put her faith in God when she set aside menu prices for one week and let patrons pay what they wanted. Dana Parris, the owner of Just Cookin in Dallas, N.C., announced “What are we worth week?"

'Do not approach the cage': Tiger bites off thumb of construction worker at Florida wildlife park

The sign said it all. A 300-pound tiger at a private Florida wildlife sanctuary bit the thumb off a construction worker who stuck his hand in the cage.

EXCLUSIVE Three lawyers accused of bribing for cases are known as ‘hallway rats’ among co-workers

Three defense lawyers who were busted for allegedly bribing court staffers for cases aren’t getting any defense from their colleagues, who say the trio are getting what they deserve.

'SHE WAS MY ROCK': Fordham student enters not-responsible plea for killing mom during epileptic episode

Henry Wachtel, who blames his attack on his 63-year-old mother Karyn Kay in 2012 on an epileptic episode, is expected to be committed to a state psychiatric facility, as well as be absolved of legal blame for her death.

Missing students feared among 28 bodies found in secret grave in Mexican region known for police corruption, drug traffickers

As state officials worked to determine whether some of the missing students are among 28 bodies found in a clandestine grave, President Enrique Pena Nieto called the deaths "outrageous, painful and unacceptable."

'You have to say what you feel the Lord tells you to say': Pope Francis urges bishops to speak minds discussing family matters

VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis urged bishops on Monday to speak their minds about contentious issues at the start of a two-week meeting aimed at making the church’s teaching on family matters relevant.

With Supreme Court's latest decision, total legality of gay marriage is certainly on its way in the United States: Windsor lawyer

As a result of Monday’s Supreme Court decision, marriage will be legal for gay couples in 30 states and the District of Columbia, representing 60% of the population. There can be little doubt that the reason for this “sea change,” as Justice Antonin Scalia put it, is because most Americans today recognize they have a friend, a neighbor, a relative or a colleague who happens to be gay.

New York

Rikers Island inmate says guard ordered prisoners to attacked him with boiling water and oil

A Rikers Island inmate says fellow prisoners threw a scalding mix of boiling water and oil on him at the behest of a jail guard.

Family of Ariel Russo, tot killed by driver fleeing police, will stand by their lawyer Sanford Rubenstein despite rape claim

Allen and Sofia Russo said they were shocked to learn that a woman has accused their attorney of sexually assaulting her in his penthouse apartment following the Rev. Al Sharpton’s birthday party last week — and they don’t believe it’s true.

Detective in ticket-fixing probe details catching NYPD lieutenant warning cops of internal investigation

The lead detective in a massive ticket-fixing probe of the NYPD took the stand Monday to detail how he smoked out a Bronx lieutenant accused of leaking information to warn other cops.

Bear cub found dead in Central Park, police suspect death was unnatural

A Central Park Conservancy employee found the bear remains under a bush near 69th St. and West Drive about 9:45 a.m. and called 911, cops said.

LATEST FROM AROUND NEW YORK

MTA is still $15B short of funds needed for five-year capital plan

Even with a fare hike that’s expected next year, the MTA will lack half the cash it needs for its $32 billion five-year capital plan.

De Blasio orders Wi-Fi 'beacons', which could collect info on cellphone user's location, removed from hundreds of NYC payphones

The city ordered the advertising company Titan on Monday to remove "beacons" installed in hundreds of payphones scattered around Midtown.

'HE MADE CLAIMS THAT DEFY LOGIC': 2nd psych exam ordered for accused serial killer 'Son of Sal,' who is accused of killing 3 shopkeepers

Let’s make sure he’s not crazy — again. A Brooklyn judge wants an accused serial killer who’s acting as his own lawyer to undergo a fresh psychiatric exam.

Amanda Bynes, 27, says she's engaged to teen boyfriend

Florida man wears 'f--- the police' shirt to court — and wins the case

Michael Burns was ticketed by the Broward County Sheriff's office for having his license plate obstructed, he wrote on LiveLeak.com.

Lucas Oil co-founder blasts Muslims, minorities for ‘running our country’ in disturbing Facebook rant

The Indiana co-founder of oil products company Lucas Oil is apologizing for her comments after she posted a disturbing rant on Facebook in which she blasted minorities like Muslims and atheists for “running our country.”

Mississippi mom busted breaking into cars claims she was looking for ISIS terrorists

Lisa Carol Roche was allegedly caught burglarizing the vehicles stationed in the parking lot of East Central High School in Hurley on Friday.

Oh no, JLo! Singer shows too much in barely-there dress

NOT SO MAGICAL BEHAVIOR: Canadian woman poses as cop, assaults deputy at Disney theme park: deputies

Anne Tremblay, 48, was found roaming around a restricted area of Epcot Sunday morning in Florida when confronted and then chased by a security guard, WESH reported.

Proposal would let transgender New Yorkers change birth certificates without proof of surgery

Transgender New Yorkers would be able to change the gender listed on their birth certificate without proving they have had sex-reassignment surgery under a proposed overhaul to be introduced Tuesday.

NOT MADE HIS WAY: Burger King manager attacked customer over cold onion rings, lawsuit claims

Cold onion rings led to an attack involving a switchblade and Taser at a New Mexico Burger King, alleges a customer.

Howard Stern eulogizes ex-boss as 'Nazi vampire'

REVIEW McVie rejoins Fleetwood Mac to create MSG magic

Sports

Kolten Wong homer gives Cardinals 2-1 series lead on Dodgers

The last team to beat Clayton Kershaw twice in a row was the Cardinals in last year's NLCS. If St. Louis can accomplish the feat again Tuesday, they'll be headed back to baseball's final four.

Madden: Orioles-Royals matchup makes for intriguing ALCS

When the dust had all settled and the champagne had all been sprayed Sunday, you could score one for the small markets and what looks to be a most intriguing American League Championship Series of contrasts between Buck Showalter’s bludgeoning Baltimore Orioles and the Cinderella Royal whippets from Kansas City.

METS KEEP 'EM DUMP 'EM! Let us know who should remain in Queens and who should just hit the road in 2015

Daniel Murphy? Terry Collins? Matt Harvey? David Wright? Now that the Mets season is officially over, step in to GM Sandy Alderson's chair and tell us who stays and who goes for next season.

Seattle Seahawks overcome penalties, Russell Wilson rushes for 122 yards in win over Washington

For nearly a half, Seattle’s penalty yards outnumbered Washington’s total yards. Those self-inflicted wounds, more than anything, kept the Monday night game as close as it was.

Isola: NBA owners crying poverty need to be whistled after new TV mega-deal

Upon further review, Carmelo Anthony gave the Knicks a much bigger hometown discount than originally reported. His $124 million, five-year contract could look like chump change compared to the deals LeBron James and Kevin Durant are expected to sign in two years once the NBA’s new television deal kicks in.

YANKEES KEEP 'EM DUMP 'EM! Tell us who should stay in the Bronx and who should follow Jeter out the door

The Captain is gone and there is no coming back. But who else could and should leave the Yankees before 2015? Step in to Brian Cashman's chair and tell us who stays and who goes!

Feeling broody? Leo dotes over Tobey Maguire's girl

Longtime Elmhurst Hospital volunteer reaches a milestone birthday

She's a super centenarian. Doris Fogle, who turned 100 on Sunday, has spent about one-third of her long life volunteering at Elmhurst Hospital, where she has done everything from filing paperwork to comforting hospice and AIDS patients.

Brit accused of having bride killed in alleged 'hijacking' during South African honeymoon pleads not guilty

Shrien Dewani’s lawyer read a nearly 40-page statement on behalf of his client, recalling the details surrounding the death of his wife Anni. Dewani claims he and his wife were hijacked and kidnapped at gunpoint in Cape Town.

TOO STONED TO REMEMBER: Boston Marathon bombing suspect's friend too high to recall he went into Tsarnaev’s dorm room, attorney says

Assistant U.S. Attorney John Capin told the jury that Robel Phillipos “created a fiction” about his movements the night of April 18, 2013, three days after the bombing and hours after the FBI released photos of Dzhokhar Tsarnaev and his brother as suspects in the deadly attack.