Teenage victim, Abigail Kopf, who survived Kalamazoo shooting against all odds utters her first word since the tragedy: 'pig'

Abigail Kopf was feared to be dead in the aftermath of the shooting by Jason Dalton last month in a Cracker Barrel parking lot.

WALK RIGHT IN: Florida Man found after injecting heroin in public restroom — inside the Lakeland Police Department

Samuel Alicea entered the Lakeland Police Department on Friday morning and went to a public bathroom before a thud was heard.

Rival candidates slam Trump's 'seeds of division' after front-runner's rallies erupt into violence

The statements condemning the violence come as news of confrontations at Trump’s rallies have become a common occurrence.

SHE'S NOT A HOOT: Female Tennessee state lawmaker writes 'sorry' on receipt, leaves $0 tip for Nashville Hooters waitress

A Tennessee lawmaker who left no tip for a Nashville Hooters waitress got exposed when the server took to social media.

Mr. T's presence creates buzz at Nancy Reagan's funeral

Passenger hospitalized in serious condition after being hit with rogue tire while riding on Grand Central Parkway

The 63-year-old man was said to be in grave condition after being hit with the tire, cops said.

Judge dismisses accused rapist's lawsuit against Columbia University

The suit of Paul Nungesser, a 2015 graduate, said Columbia did not protect him against alleged harassment from Emma Sulkowicz.

Man, 33, shot and killed outside Queens barber shop

A man was shot dead outside a Queens salon Friday night, police said.

Chumlee of ‘Pawn Stars’ cancels DJ gig after arrest

Obama at SXSW: Encryption 'dangers are real'

President Barack Obama sided with law enforcement in the encryption debate.

Bronx man arrested after failed homemade car bomb

Richard Laugel was arraigned Friday for planting a homemade bomb onto a car in Pelham Bay last week.

'HER FIRST SMILE': Miami woman, 23, brutally beaten by Craigslist roommate wakes up from nearly month-long coma

The Miami woman who was brutally assaulted by her Craigslist roommate has woken up after spending nearly a month in a coma.

Cleveland, the Republican National Convention 2016 host city, plans to beef up security ahead of GOP convention

Donald Trump’s contentious traveling circus of a campaign will be met with extra security.

Porn star Carey files for divorce due to lack of sex

New Jersey ‘Nazi dad’ wanted for domestic assault captured in southern Pennsylvania

The infamous New Jersey fugitive dubbed the “Nazi dad” has been arrested for aggravated assault, police said Friday.

Hillary Clinton apologizes for praising Nancy Reagan’s response to AIDS crisis

Hillary Clinton backtracked Friday after heaping praise on Nancy Reagan for her response to the HIV/AIDS crisis.

Ben Bagdikian, renowned journalist, professor who helped publish the Pentagon Papers dies at 96

Bagdikian died Friday morning at his home in Berkeley, said his wife, Marlene Griffith Bagdikian.

Ohio will allow 17-year-olds who will turn 18 before November elections to vote in presidential primary

At least 20 other states allow 17-year-olds to vote in presidential primaries or caucuses, though rules can vary based on political party.

Russell Wilson and Ciara are engaged ... and check out the size of that diamond!

COOKIE CON? Girl Scout mom wants to know what happened to money from Oscars sale

Los Angeles Girl Scouts could be getting burnt from Oscar host Chris Rock’s half-baked cookie sale on Hollywood’s biggest night.

HAIL THE CELL PHONE VIGILANTE: Chicago commuter busted for using cell phone jammer on train because of 'annoying people talking' around him

Dennis Nicholl (pictured) was arrested Tuesday for using a cellphone jammer on the metro because “he was disturbed by people talking around him."

see photos Torrential rain pounds northern Louisiana, causing evacuations and massive flooding

A state of emergency has been declared in several parishes in Louisiana as heavy storms triggered severe flooding across the state, claiming the lives of at least one person, as more than 3,500 homes were evacuated.

Miami parents awarded $28 million after their dead newborn was put in funeral home dumpster

Attorney Neal Hirschfeld says the boy’s parents, Raul Manzano and Catheryne Lucero, didn’t know their son hadn’t been cremated.

Justin Bieber flaunts new nose stud in shirtless photo

'HIS DEATH WOULD HAVE SENT A STRONG SIGNAL': Sicilian Mafia planned to murder Mario Cuomo during his Italy trip in 1992, hitman reveals

The plan to kill Cuomo was payback for U.S. authorities providing Sicilian mob informants with a safe haven overseas.

N.Y. Assembly to crack down on pols getting referral fees

The Democrat-controlled state Assembly is looking to crack down on a major source of outside cash for lawmakers — referral fees.

Woman, 64, killed in Queens by SUV driver backing into parking spot

A 64-year-old woman was killed Friday when an SUV slammed into her as it backed into a parking spot in Queens, officials said.

Wounded human head trophy photo keeps man charged in real estate agent's killing in prison with no bail

Carl David Stillwell and Adam Samia are charged in federal indictment of killing Catherine Lee.

exclusive Rapper Papoose goes to court for relative of wife Remy Ma, says Donald Trump 'is a loser'

The rapper, who went to support his in-law, didn't say much — but had no problem calling Donald Trump a loser.

Autos

GOOD THINGS COME IN SMALL PACKAGES. 2016 Honda HR-V Report

Small in size, affordable in price, and practical in nature, the new 2016 Honda HR-V has the ingredients necessary to make it an instant hit.

HONDA-MOTIVE ARTIFACTS. Inside the Honda Museum

We get unlimited access inside a secret warehouse in Southern California, where Honda keeps its priceless automotive artifacts.

8 Important Decisions to Make Before Buying a New Car

Buying a car is no easy task. Here are some of the decisions you should make before doing so.

CAR CAMPING CHAMPS. 8 camping cars you’ll never lose in the woods!

Who says that camping is only for SUVs and trucks? We offer wild alternatives to make the drive as interesting as the stay.

MYTH BUSTING. Car Insurance Myth 101: Bright cars have higher rates

Does the color of your car affect how much insurance companies charge? Don’t be fooled by this common car insurance myth.

AN IMPREZA-IVE DEBUT. Subaru to unveil Impreza at NY Auto Show

The NY Auto Show is drawing closer, so it is teaser time of course. Subaru gets it going with a look at the Impreza.

New York

Man, 46, fatally assaulted at Queens bar

The victim was assaulted inside Johnny's Restaurant and Bar on Rockaway Blvd.

NYPD to outfit cops with 'slash resistant' gloves

As blade attacks continue to rise in the city, the department is soliciting bids for gloves to keep cops safe.

Loretta Lynch praises Robert Capers, her successor as Brooklyn U.S. attorney; calls him a ‘bridge builder’

U.S. Attorney General Loretta Lynch hailed her successor Robert Capers as a “bridge builder” throughout his career in law enforcement.

IVY LEAGUE NOT ON BOARD: Columbia University bans hoverboards over fire hazard

Columbia University has banned hoverboards and restricted drones from all of its campus properties.

2 seriously injured as fire rages on top floor of Brooklyn housing project

The fire broke out in the 14th-floor pad in the Farragut Houses on Sands St. near the Brooklyn Navy Yard about 12:40 p.m., officials said.

LATEST FROM AROUND NEW YORK

Former postal worker from Bronx gets six months in jail for stealing $200,000 in workers comp scheme

Maria Chmielewski will serve six months in jail after looting nearly $200,000 in workers’ comp benefits, authorities said Friday.

Staten Island man, 23, arrested as cops probe girlfriend’s mysterious death

Alyssa Johnson was found unresponsive in her home on N. Railroad Ave. in Dongan Hills Thursday, officials said. She died about an hour later at Staten Island University Hospital North.

NYPD shuts down Club Purlieu, Long Island City nightspot plagued by stabbings, robberies and shootings

The club was the location of a shooting that left a livery driver critically wounded last week.

Planned 90-story Manhattan residential skyscraper faces zoning challenge from East Side community group

The proposed 900-foot-tall 3 Sutton Place on the East Side should be pared down considerably, a community group is arguing.

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Sports

Porzingis, Knicks wilt down stretch of loss to Clippers

Kristaps Porzingis’ first trip to Hollywood did not have the storybook ending. The Knicks rookie missed three critical shots in the final 3:19 as the Clippers, who struggled to score in the second half, hung on for a 101-94 victory at Staples Center.

Yankees' Masahiro Tanaka cruises through second spring outing

Elbow surgery? What elbow surgery? Masahiro Tanaka continued to put the Yankees at ease Friday, throwing three scoreless innings in a 7-1 win over the Orioles at Steinbrenner Field. Tanaka allowed only one infield hit and struck out three batters, throwing 30 of his 40 pitches for strikes.

For Giants, offensive lineman Russell Okung may be right fit

The Giants spent Friday visiting with a Pro Bowl tackle who could be a huge upgrade for their offensive line. But Russell Okung left without a contract, and will make at least one more visit on his free-agent tour. The 28-year-old who spent the last six seasons in Seattle.