Sunday, July 5, 2015

AMERICAS EARLY BIRD NEWS

PIGGY BACK SNIDE! Florida mom furious after photo of her carrying kid goes viral challenging her parenting skills

A young mother in Fla. was horrified to find a FB post about her and her 5-year-old daughter.

EXCLUSIVE Det. who killed Inwood man in 2011 used lethal force before

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi NYPD Narcotics Det. James Connolly’s fatal 2011 shooting of Amarilis Collado’s husband was not the first time the city cop killed a man.

Woman killed trying to save suicidal boyfriend: reports

Deputies are investigating after a woman who was trying to pull her boyfriend out of the road was hit and killed Saturday morning. The accident happened about 12:30 a.m. on Almeda near Foxshine in Texas. A woman in Houston got mowed down and killed early Saturday when she tried to pull her boyfriend to safety, police say.

Pressure Treated Lumber: What Every Builder Needs to Know

Pressure Treated Lumber: What Every Builder Needs to Know

Kathie Lee's kid Cassidy breaks through in horror role

DEATH RIDE: N.J. woman was drunk and high while fleeing cops in crash that killed passenger, police say

A boozed-up and high driver who is wanted in New Jersey and was trying to save her own hide fled from cops in Washington Heights, crashed, and killed her front seat passenger. Tiffany Allen apparently claimed that the woman in her car was her mother and that she was fleeing from a traffic stop because her "mom" had a warrant. The victim of the 4:25 a.m. wreck at W. 157th St. and Amsterdam Ave. on Monday is really Shawnique Hills (pictured), 41, of East Orange, N.J. Her true relationship to Allen is unclear. A drunk driver who was a wanted woman in New Jersey caused the death of her passenger while wildly fleeing from cops.

EXCLUSIVE Murders at NYCHA buildings add up

Clothing marked off as evidence lies on ground at East River Houses after June 6 shooting of Anthony Fries as officials examine scene. As the weather heated up in May, the killings began to mount in the city’s public housing.

McCain says Obama's Afghanistan plan should be reevaluated

TUESDAY, JUNE 30, 2015 FILE PHOTO Sen. John McCain says the Obama administration's plan to withdraw from Afghanistan should be reassessed.

Kelly Rutherford reunites with kids in New York City

San Francisco victim's parents want her death out of politics

NO SALES; MANDATORY CREDIT; SOFT OUT EXAMINER **MANDATORY CREDIT FOR PHOTOG AND SF CHRONICLE/NO SALES/MAGS OUT/TV OUT/INTERNET:AP MEMBER NEWSPAPERS ONLY** The parents of a woman shot and killed at a popular tourist spot in San Francisco don’t want her death politicized.

Trump's contracts with the city protected by Free Speech

A JUNE 30, 2015, PHOTO Donald Trump’s city contracts might be saved by something his billions can’t buy: Free speech.

Six workers killed in China shoe factory collapse: reports

TAIZHOU, July 4, 2015 Rescuers carry an injured person at a collapsed factory building in Wenling, east China's Zhejiang Province, July 4, 2015. Nine people were still trapped in the rubble of a factory building that collapsed on Saturday afternoon in east China's Zhejiang Province. mcg) (Credit Image: © Photomall/Xinhua/ZUMA Wire) At least six workers were killed when a shoe factory collapsed in eastern China Saturday, according to Chinese state media.

Nil Communication: Beasties done performing live

Probe into slay of former Lesotho army chief

Soldiers atop a military vehicle are driven through the capital Lesotho Tuesday. Sept 2, 2014. Police have been told to abandon their posts and not wear uniforms to avoid being targeted in attacks in the kingdom's continuing power vacuum, an official said Tuesday. At least one policeman was killed when the military disarmed police stations on Saturday. Radios were also jammed in what the prime minister said was a clear coup attempt in the country of about 2 million people. (AP Photo) The southern African Development Community will send a pathologist to Lesotho to investigate the death of the former army chief.

Clinton shrugs off heckler, GOP candidates spend July 4 campaigning in New Hampshire

For latest restrictions check www.corbisimages.com July 4 parade routes became campaign trails as presidential candidates spent the holiday mingling with voters, and dealing with hecklers.

Pope Benedict honored for sensitivity to sacred music

epa04830750 Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI receives honorary doctorate of the Krakow Academy of Music during a ceremony at the papal summer residence in Castel Gandolfo, Italy, 04 July 2015. Pope Benedict XVI in Castel Gandolfo received honorary doctorates of two Cracow universities: the University of the Pontifical John Paul II and the Academy of Music. EPA/JACEK BEDNARCZYK POLAND OUT Pope Benedict XVI received an honorary doctorate from the Pontifical John Paul II University of Krakow and the Krakow Academy of Music.

HOT MAMA! Heidi Klum still smokin' in her intimates

Syria, Hezbollah fighters siege mountain-resort from rebel

Rebel fighters walk on the rubble of destroyed buildings at a former research centre being used as a military barracks after they captured the complex, on July 4, 2015, on the western outskirts of the Syrian city of Aleppo. Two coalitions of Syrian rebels battled to advance in government-held western Aleppo, seizing the army barracks in one district but being pushed back in others. AFP PHOTO / ALEPPO MEDIA CENTRE / ZEIN AL-RIFAIZEIN AL-RIFAI/AFP/Getty Images Syrian elite forces backed by Hezbollah fighters besieged a rebel-held mountain resort near the border with Lebanon.

Va. man toting sawed-off shotgun killed by police: cops

Facebook photos of 23-year-old Kawanza Jamal Beaty of Newport News, Virginia, who was shot by police July 4, 2015, after allegedly pointing a shotgun at them. Police in Newport News, Va., say a 23-year-old man was fatally shot by police after he ignored their pleas to put down a sawed-off shotgun.

Non-profits helping NYers turn abandoned lots into gardens

BACDYS (The Bangladeshi American Community Development and Youth Services). BACDYS helps low-income youth and adults, in NYC neighborhoods where there is a strong Bangladeshi presence (like East New York). After signing a lease with the MTA to utilize the space in March, BACDYS teamed up with NYRP through its Gardens for the City program that brought materials and manpower to transform the space into a community garden within three days this past April (4/14-4/16). Between 596 Acres and another non-profit, New York Restoration Project, community gardening has never been easier.

This celebs stays fit on Ind-ab-pendence Day!

Two Queens men found dead in their homes just hours apart

NR Cops are investigating the deaths of two Queens men who perished an hour apart from each other on Saturday.

Donald Trump says he’s America’s ‘whipping post,' defends border comments

A TUESDAY, JUNE 30, 2015 FILE PHOTO Donald Trump says he’s America’s "whipping post" after blaming a San Francisco woman's shooting death on an "unsafe border."

Three dead in small Maine tourist town

Three bodies were disvcovered in the seaside enclave of Boothbay Harbor in Maine, police said. The bodies of three people were found Saturday in a small tourist town in southern Maine, police said.
Autos

Review Bentley adds a sportier edge to its Mulsanne Speed

A symbol of quality, and also pretty handy when it comes to knowing where the enormous hood of the 2016 Bentley Mulsanne Speed luxury sedan actually ends.

Toyota Camry ranks at top of 2015 'American-Made Index'

Could the 2015 Toyota Camry truly have more American-made content than a Ford F-150? Is the Toyota Camry really more American than the Ford F-150?

Four perfect cars for the Fourth of July

This Fourth of July, we offer four wildly different takes on celebrating in style (and horsepower). Electric sedans to muscle cars, and pick-up trucks to tire-smoking SUVs: We pick four ideal rides for celebrating Independence Day.
New York

EXCLUSIVE Harlem pastor accused of illegally selling church

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi A Harlem pastor accused of selling his church for a song is now singing the blues.

Man near death after leaping from moving bus: Bronx

BYRON SMITH A man was clinging to life after jumping out of a moving Peter Pan bus on a busy Bronx highway Saturday night, according to police.

Man with gunshot wound to head found in Queens park

First-responders were called to Dr. Charles R. Drew Memorial Park in Queens after a rubbish fire was reported, but a parkgoer approached them while they were there to report a man was lying in a pool of blood. A rubbish fire in a Queens park early Saturday led first responders to a man who had shot himself in the head, officials said.

Bill Bratton thanks NYPD cops protecting July Fourth events

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi NYPD Commissioner Bill Bratton offered his heartfelt thanks to the 6,000 cops protecting the Fourth Of July events across NYC on Saturday.
LATEST FROM AROUND NEW YORK

Man flies drone over Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest

NEW YORK, NY - JULY 4: Joey Chestnut (L) is defeated by Mike Stonie at The Nathan's Famous Fourth of July International Hot Dog-Eating Contest in Coney Island, New York, on July 4, 2015. The contest is an annual Fourth of July tradition. (Photo by Andrew Renneisen/Getty Images) He wanted a better view of hot-dog history – but ended up with a summons for flying a drone over the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest.

CALLOUS CREEP: Apartment of bedridden Brooklyn woman, 87, robbed

A robbery occurred at the Mary Start of the Sea senior apartments in Brooklyn, where the thief got away with $300 in cash, plus the 87-year-old’s pocketbook. A callous crook stormed into a bedridden 87-year-old Brooklyn woman’s apartment on Saturday and robbed her, officials said.

Eric Garner's daughter will not be in his family: widow

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi She might be Eric Garner’s daughter, but she won’t be part of Garner’s family.

'Wasted': Disick's paid rehab jaunt didn't seem to pay off, source says

Man shot and killed over dispute from dice game in Brooklyn

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi The Fourth of July began with a violent blast as two people were shot ,one fatally, in two separate incidents.

Boy, 13, charged for sexually assaulting girl, 7, on Washington State school bus

Chimacum Middle School at 91 W. Valley Rd., Chimacum, Washington. The boy faces three counts of first-degree rape for the alleged assaults that occurred throughout the past school year.

Tenn. county clerk staff resigns over gay marriage ruling

Carlos McKnight of Washington, waves a flag in support of gay marriage outside of the Supreme Court in Washington, Friday June 26, 2015. A major opinion on gay marriage is among the remaining to be released before the term ends at the end of June. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin) The entire staff of the Decatur County, Tenn., clerk’s office has resigned rather than dish out marriage licenses to gay couples.

Greeks head to polls to decide fate on debt-stricken country

An anti-austerity demonstrators attend a rally in Trafalgar Square in central London on July 4, 2015 in solidarity with those voting 'No' in Greece's forthcoming referendum. Greece braced itself Saturday ahead of a make-or-break bailout referendum as polls showed the 'Yes' and 'No' camps neck and neck and uncertainty rose over the future of the country's battered economy. AFP PHOTO / JACK TAYLORJACK TAYLOR/AFP/Getty Images As supermarket shelves and ATMs emptied, Greek citizens were preparing to decide the economic future of their country.

KEEPING PUP! Kylie tots around adorable pooch Norman

Alligator gobbles up couple’s dog at Florida wildlife refuge

NR Mike Karris, of Florida, dived in right after an alligator that snatched his dog, but failed to save the dachshund, reports said.

400-foot tall Ferris wheel stalls for 3 hours in Orlando sun

In this photo provided by Orange County Fire Rescue, a technical crew with The Orlando Eye Ferris wheel work to evacuated passengers after it stopped in Orlando, Fla., Friday, July 3, 2015. Orange County Fire Rescue spokeswoman Kathleen Kennedy told The Associated Press no one was hurt and all were taken off in an operation lasting about three hours with help from firefighters. (Orange County Fire Rescue via AP) The 400-foot tall Orlando Eye stranded 66 passengers for three hours Friday after it broke down.

WATCH THE GAP: Woman falls between platform and LIRR train during evening rush in Great Neck — 'It was unbelievable'

A woman fell through the gap exiting a rush hour train in Great Neck Thursday, suffering minor injuries and suspending LIRR service.

SEE IT: Gunman dressed as Walmart employee steals $120,000

A gunman dressed as a Walmart employee made off with $120,000 from a New Orleans Walmart. A gunman dressed as a Walmart employee made off with $120,000 from a New Orleans Walmart early Thursday.

Munn-believable! Olivia sizzles on her 35th birthday

A look at Olivia Munn over the years in bikinis, shorts or on magazine covers - on her 35th birthday

Kim K. shares photo of daughter North’s temper tantrum

Sports

Matt Harvey struggles as Mets fall to Dodgers, 4-3

Six is not Matt Harvey’s magic number.

Madden: Seaver says Sandy could use '69 Mets trade as inspiration

SENDER: ?Powers, Ian? Strong pitching and less-than-robust hitting has been the Mets DNA, going all the way back to their Amazin’ 1969 championship season.

Knicks sign forward Kyle O’Quinn to 4-year, $16 million deal

The Knicks nabbed a local product with the rest of their cap space. A source confirmed Saturday that Kyle O'Quinn will join New York in a sign-and-trade with the Magic, agreeing to a four-year, $16 million deal.

Winners and losers of NBA free agency

FILE NBA free agency began Wednesday and became an instant free-for-all. The News breaks down the winners and losers of the past week.
Daily News Video

VIDEO Fox Sports, please keep Pete Rose on the air!

RIFFING WITH RAISSMAN: A bookie's notebook surfaced to bring Pete Rose's past back to light, but Bob Raissman hopes it doesn't damage his stint on Fox Sports.

VIDEO Dramatic readings from E.L. James book, 'Grey'

The Daily News staffers deliver another dramatic reading, this time it's E.L. James' '50 Shades of Grey' follow-up, 'Grey.'
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Health

Eight NYC children's hospitals named among best in country

Best ChildrenÕs Hospitals . New York Manhattan New York-Presbyterian Hospital /Cornell Weill 165th Street . Broadway .Friday June 6 2014 ( Marcus Santos New York daily News ) Eight New York hospitals that specialize in treating children faced with daunting medical challenges are among the top 50 in the country.

Baby goes home after 6-month fight thanks to Montefiore

Elisheva Garcia thought she was headed to a routine pregnancy checkup — but she was actually in the throes of labor.

Queens 1-year-old born without thumb gets new digit

Brandon with his dad, Anderson Torres. A Queens toddler born without a right thumb will soon be able to grab, pinch and give a thumbs up — with both hands.

Mt. Sinai surgeons remove ulcerative colitis patient's colon

Savannah Tomasulo (7) in her Middletown, NY home on Thursday, June 4, 2015. She suffered from Ulcerative Colitis and was treated by doctors at Mt. Sinai. (Chet Gordon for The New York Daily News) Surgery wasn’t the Christmas present Rebecca and Jason Tomasulo had in mind for their daughter, but it was the only gift she wanted.
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