MR GRADY'S DAILY BLOG: AMERICAS EARLY BIRD NEWS

MURDER FOR HIRE: Boyfriend’s dental hygienist ex wanted in shooting death of Dallas dentist, gunman arrested, police say

The dental hygienist behind the “murder-for-hire” of Dallas dentist Kendra Hatcher is a wanted fugitive.

Ben Carson leads viral #IamAChristian posts after Oregon mass shooting

The gunman’s question to his victims, “Are you a Christian?”, has prompted a widespread response the day after the shooting: Yes.

Two men drown after small boat capsizes in Jamaica Bay: officials

Two men lost their lives after their boat capsized in Jamaica Bay Friday night.

MAN OF STEAL: Teen charged with burglaries after being identified by his distinctive Superman T-shirt

Kyree Henneghan, 18, was charged with a series of burglaries after cops identified him thanks to his Superman T-shirt and red sneakers

Robin Williams’ widow settles suit with late actor's 3 kids

Mother of Oregon shooter bragged about weapons online: report

The mother of the man who shot and killed nine people at an Oregon community college bragged about her personal arsenal of weapons.

Baroque painting stolen by Nazis found in Ohio home

A painting stolen by the Nazis that turned up in an Ohio home has been returned to Poland.

Doctors Without Borders hospital in Afghanistan bombed, 9 dead in blast linked to U.S. airstrike: officials

Three staff from Doctors Without Borders were killed and 30 were missing after a U.S. airstrike on the disputed Afghan city of Kunduz.

RACY GRACE! Actress late to book signing flashes cameras

Oregon officials identify 9 victims, who range in age from 18 to 67, mercilessly gunned down at college

Grieving friends and families asked for privacy Friday as Oregon officials identified the nine victims.

911 IS HER BAD JOKE: NYPD operator busted for making fake emergency calls, sending Bravest to ex's home

She brought her work home with her — and used it to harass her ex-boyfriend, officials said.

Man crushed trying to escape stalled elevator in Brooklyn

A 37-year-old man was crushed to death trying to escape a overloaded and stalled elevator, police and horrified witnesses said.

VANITY BARE! Lovato strips down in makeup-free shoot

Oregon killer enrolled in English class, pulled trigger

Chris Harper Mercer was enrolled in the English class where he gunned down the professor and students just four days into the school year.

Gov. Christie's transportation commish resigning amid probe

Jamie Fox announced he will resign later this month amid a continuing federal corruption probe into the Port Authority.

Teen guns down Australian police worker in terrorism-linked murder, dies in shootout: officials

A radicalized 15-year-old shot an Australian police employee in the head Friday afternoon in a “cold-blooded murder” linked to terrorism.

Gwen Stefani through the years on her 46th birthday

Hope Solo domestic violence case to move forward

Lexus expands RC line to include 300 AWD and 200t

Lexus has expanded the RC coupe line to three trim and engine options for the second year of production.

GM debuts car sharing program: 'Let's Drive NYC'

General Motors is unveiling a new car-sharing program for Manhattan and calling it "Let's Drive NYC."

Production of new Checker cars could start in 2018

Checker Motor Cars has released concept sketches of what it calls the second generation of the famous former NYC cab brand.

10 things you didn’t know about the new Tesla Model X

Tesla’s long-awaited Model X SUV is finally here, but it packs much more tech and wacky features than any other SUV before it.

Albany dips into pork barrel, announces $35M in capital projects

State lawmakers dipped back into the pork barrel Friday night when the Assembly quietly disclosed nearly $35 million in capital projects.

Former Brooklyn YMCA worker fired for speaking up about mistreatment: lawsuit

It's fun to stay at the YMCA, but working there? Not so much, court papers say.

Cuomo and de Blasio still at odds over MTA funds

Both Gov. Cuomo and Mayor de Blasio dug into their positions over who should plug the $9.8 billion shortfall in the MTA’s capital plan.

'Brooklyn Butcher' unfit to stand trial for stabbing 2 kids

The "Brooklyn Butcher" charged with stabbing two children in a public housing elevator was found unfit for trial a second time.

Ex-firefighter sues city over T-shirt firing

An ex-firefighter — canned by the FDNY for wearing T-shirts criticizing affirmative action — is now suing the city and two fellow Bravest.

LATEST FROM AROUND NEW YORK

Cops search for man who hurt straphanger, hurled gay slur

Cops are hunting a hate-filled brute who attacked a 37-year-old straphanger while spewing anti-gay slurs in Midtown, officials said Friday.

Lawmakers to Port Authority: Boost workers' pay already

A group of nearly 80 lawmakers is calling on the Port Authority to keep its promise and boost the pay of airport workers.

SEE IT NYPD seeking woman with gun caught on video robbing bodega

She robbed the Associate Convenience and Deli on Thayer Ave. near Broadway about 9:30 p.m. Tuesday, cops said.

Inspector general isn't sorry for dig at NYPD's force monitoring

Phil Eure wouldn't apologize for his claims that the NYPD was “in the Dark Ages” in its efforts to monitor cops who use excessive force.

Mehta: Packing toilet paper proves Jets are best says Pace

The British media took umbrage with the notion that the Jets felt their toilet paper was too thin.

Joe Girardi lauds ‘underdog’ Yankees for finding way to postseason

Joe Girardi believes the Yankees have been underdogs all season. Is that still the case? After his team clinched a wild card berth Thursday night in their home finale, Girardi and several players spoke of how gratifying the journey has been, given the expectations — or lack thereof — that most pundits had for the Bombers in 2015.

Bondy: Lopez twins add twist to Knicks - Nets 'rivalry'

The “rivalry” is now about as lively as an upside down goldfish, featuring two teams that can’t even set a goal of making the playoffs.

Oregon, Oregon State to wear decals honoring UCC victims

Oregon and Oregon State will put their rivalry aside and unite to honor the victims of the Umpqua Community College shooting.

Pay-a Leia! Princess' 'slave bikini' fetches $96G at auction

Jesse Matthew, accused of killing 2 University of Virginia students, gets 3 life prison terms for 2005 sex assault

DNA evidence collected from Matthew during last year’s investigation of Hannah Graham’s disappearance linked him to the Fairfax case.

Hurricane Joaquin not expected to be major East Coast threat

New Yorkers fearing a repeat of Superstorm Sandy can breathe a little easier — Hurricane Joaquin is now expected to remain offshore.

Watch husband break down when wife reveals she’s pregnant

After 17 years of trying, this Virginia couple is having a baby boy.

Authorities seek answers in Afghanistan plane crash that killed 6 U.S. service members

The Taliban claimed they shot down the Air Force C-130J military transport plane at the Jalalabad air field in eastern Afghanistan.

Scott Disick spotted partying with model, 18, in NYC

PINK SLIP FOR LETTING IT RIP? Pork company fires 400-pound man for flatulence, lawsuit claims

Getting fired stinks — especially if it's because you fart too much.

Search on for ship missing near Bahamas in Hurricane Joaquin

The U.S. Coast Guard said crews were hunting for the 735-foot El Faro and its 33 crew members after it was overcome by heavy weather.

Boston man in ‘sea monstah’ video has long criminal record

This Massachusetts man has a filthy mouth — and a dirty record.

Former NYPD transit cop sought for questioning after wife found dead in Long Island home

Paul Leitgeb vanished before his wife, Tricia Odierna, was found dead inside their Lake Grove apartment on Thursday, officials said.

Playboy's Kendra tried to kill herself twice as a teenager

U.S. Education Secretary Arne Duncan stepping down in December

U.S. Education Secretary Arne Duncan is stepping down in December after seven years as the nation’s top education official.

'There's no room for guns': NBA superstar LeBron James supports tougher firearms laws

LeBron James was at home with his three kids when news broke that a 5-month-old girl had been killed in a drive-by shooting.

Pope Francis privately met gay couple before Kim Davis visit

Pope Francis warmly embraced a gay man and his partner in a private gathering before he met Kentucky clerk Kim Davis.

Utah congressman Jason Chaffetz enters House Speaker race

House Oversight Committee Chairman Jason Chaffetz is gearing up for a run for House Speaker, according to Politico.

Sexy Selena drops new album, says she's in total control

Coca-Cola calls on FIFA boss Sepp Blatter to step down immediately

Coca-Cola has become the first FIFA sponsor to call on Sepp Blatter to immediately stand down as president.

'It's really, really frightening for our patients': WTC clinic in a bind after Congress fails to approve Zadroga Act

Treating 13,000 patients a year at the World Trade Center Health Program is hard enough for Dr. Michael Crane.

Companion of ex-Ohio fugitive treasure hunter faces 3 years of probation

Alison Antekeier was apprehended in January at a hotel where she and companion Tommy Thompson were living near Boca Raton, Florida.

Hillary Clinton wants to create no-fly zones in Syria

Hillary Clinton wants to create no-fly zones inside Syria, splitting with the White House on how to respond to Russia's airstrikes.

No pants? No problem! Emily shares underwear selfie

Syria invites Russia to send ground troops to protect Assad regime

Russia launched bombing raids in Syria for a third straight day as the country’s foreign minister prepared to address the United Nations.

VOCATIV These are Americans who support taking in Syrian refugees

Those who approve receiving more refugees are young, they're people of color and they're educated

September best month for auto sales in more than a decade

A combination of easy credit, cheap gas, incentives and help from the calendar boosted U.S. vehicle sales to their best annual pace in more than a decade.

MAN PILL! New findings could lead to first birth control pill for men

Scientists have found a way to cause temporary infertility in male mice — which could lead to the first birth control pill for men.

Gisele goes nude for Vogue Paris’ 95th anniversary

Saudi hajj disaster toll rises as Iran announces 465 dead pilgrims

The death toll in the Saudi hajj disaster rose sharply Thursday as Iran announced 465 of its pilgrims died in last week's stampede and crush, nearly doubling its earlier count. .

British soccer player jailed for deliberately breaking rival's leg in 'vicious attack'

An amateur British soccer player has been jailed for 12 months for deliberately breaking an opponent’s leg in a “vicious attack”.

Oregon bakery owners refuse to pay $135G in damages after denying wedding cake to gay couple

Melissa and Aaron Klein, owners of Sweet Cakes by Melissa, cited religious beliefs when they refused to bake a wedding cake for Laurel and Rachel Bowman-Cryer more than two years ago.