Saturday, June 11, 2016

AMERICAS EARLY BIRD NEWS

EXCLUSIVE 'They kept me going to court while my son was sick,' recalls Brooklyn mother facing eviction for keeping dead son’s dog

Monique James, 40, recently lost her 9-year-old son to brain cancer.

Chicago police apologize after destroying letters to parents from woman who committed suicide

Terry Porter cries after finding out her daughter's suicide notes were destroyed by the Chicago Police Department. (Copies that were emailed to her are pictured.) The letters had been kept as evidence in the woman's death investigation. Porter's daughter, Nicole, committed suicide with an overdose of insulin on Feb. 27, 2015. Chicago Police said that the destruction of the notes was caused by an “administrative error.”

video '¡AY DIOS MIO!': Telemundo reporter in Philadelphia gets punched in the face on live broadcast

Iris Delgado was concluding a report outside City Hall on Thursday night when she was approached by Waheedah Wilson.

Cops want to revoke probation for ex-con heard in background of phone call when ex-girlfriend was shot

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi Cops want to revoke an ex-con’s probation to keep him behind bars.

Amber Rose, newest late night talk show host, on Kanye, Kim

Teen gets 15 years in prison for Chinatown gang rape

Police have identified Eric Pek, Emanuel Burrows and Sanat Asliev, who are residents of a Boys Town facility for juvenile delinquents in Park Slope, as suspects in the sexual assault of a 33-year-old woman. A group home teen was sentenced to 15 years in prison for his role in gang rape of a woman in Chinatown.

President Obama’s daughter Malia graduates from high school

APRIL 7, 2016 FILE PHOTO. President Obama marked a big milestone Friday: His daughter Malia graduated from high school.

Woman in liberated Syrian village throws off niqab

A woman removes a Niqab she was wearing in her village after Syria Democratic Forces (SDF) took control of it, on the outskirts of Manbij city, Aleppo province, Syria June 9, 2016. REUTERS/Rodi Said TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY - RTSGTF2 The unidentified woman no longer had to adhere to the Islamic State’s strict code.

SEE IT: Anti-Trump prankster tackled to NBA Finals floor

CUNY reaches contract deal with union members

DC 37, CUNY reach a tentative contract agreement covering 7+ years. Henry Garrido (left), Assistant Associate Director of District Council 37, celebrates with union officials. 12,000 union members reached an agreement Friday with City University of New York.

Williamsburg youth mural shows bond between community, cops

Unveiling of mural at the 90th Precinct in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, June 10, 2016. NYC Together, partnering with Usher's New Look Youth Leadership Organization, unveiled a mural Friday portraying the strengthening bond between Brooklyn’s Williamsburg community and the 90th Precinct. Caption reads: After months of hardwork the mural is up! #ourbrooklyn90thprecinct #copsandkids #poweredbyservice #Disruptivators For 10 weeks, youths painted about the bond between the community and the 90th Precinct.

Virginia mom requests swim instructor cover his ‘flopping man breasts’ in front of her daughter

Not Released (NR) Talk about a shallow comment.

Head-stomping NYPD cop Joel Edouard wins delay in sentencing

Police officer Joel Edouard, at State Supreme Court in Brooklyn, where he is on trial for an alleged assault against suspect Jahmi-El Cuffee, 34 (not pictured here.) Brooklyn, New York, Wednesday, April 27, 2016. (Jesse Ward for New York Daily News) An NYPD officer convicted of stomping on the head of a suspect will have at least one more week of freedom.

GOULDING'S GYM: Ellie Goulding sweats to Zayn Malik’s music

ARMY OF HATE: Reserve officer leaves bacon at N.C. mosque, threatens to kill Muslims — even followed member home

Russell Thomas Langford, 36, made death threats against members of the mosque about 20 miles southwest of Fayetteville.

Cuban officials won’t extradite 2 American fugitives who fled to Cuba after allegedly killing cops

U.S. fugitive Charles Hill, right, walks with his lawyer Jason Flores Williams in San Francisco Square in Old Havana, Cuba, Friday, June 10, 2016. Hill, 66, who is sought in the 1971 killing of a New Mexico state policeman, told The Associated Press that Cuban contacts recently assured him he was at no risk of extradition. (AP Photo/Desmond Boylan) Cuban officials have assured two American fugitives that detente with the U. S. will not lead to their extradition.

Philly judge orders release of Jerry Sandusky settlement records

Then-Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky (l.) with Joe Paterno. A judge ordered records pertaining to Penn State's settlements with Jerry Sandusky's accusers to be unsealed.

'Saved by the Bell' star Dustin Diamond arrested again for failing drug test, taking oxycodone

Dustin Diamond 5/25/2016 Fallen "Saved by the Bell" star Dustin Diamond landed behind bars again because he failed a drug test.

Kanye's ex-bodyguard who 'talked to Kim' is making video 're-enactments'

Boyfriend of Hiram Monserrate’s former gal pal ‘doing OK’ after arm operation for injuries from samurai sword slash

Karla Giraldo the girlfriend of State Senator Hiram Monserrate who was allegedly assaulted, arrives with her lawyer at Queens Criminal Court located at 125-01 Queens Blvd. in Queens on Friday 12-04-09. The bloodied boyfriend of Karla Barba — ex-gal pal of disgraced pol Hiram Monserrate — said he was in good shape Friday after an operation.

Ex-concert promoter for Rolling Stones and Elton John admits to running $200 million Ponzi scheme

Miami federal court records show Jack Utsick pleaded guilty Friday to a mail fraud charge.

'LIVED LIFE TO SAVE OTHER PEOPLE': Retired Marine drowns in Texas river after rescuing two teens

Rodney Buentello, 42, drowned while saving two teens struggling in the Medina River undercurrent at the Bandera City A two-time Purple Heart recipient veteran drowned in a Central Texas river while saving two teens’ lives Wednesday.

AG Schneiderman helps Air Force vet denied of housing because of service dog, landlord's no-pet policy

Scott Aubin, U.S. veteran, and his service dog, Dash. This federal housing law is nothing to bark at.

Scott Disick thinks he’s a victim of the Kardashian 'curse'

FAREWELL TO 'THE PEOPLE'S CHAMP': Muhammad Ali's funeral brings together mourners from around the world

(From l.) Jackie Hughes, Terry Shumake and Vicki Carte) gather for the champ's funeral procession in his hometown Louisville, Ky. Mourners from around Ali’s hometown, the U.S. and the world gathered in Louisville for the final farewell to the charismatic and cocky fighter hailed as “the People’s Champ.”

Eagles WR Nelson Acholor accused of raping dancer at strip club

Nelson Agholor is being accused of raping a dancer. Eagles wide receiver Nelson Agholor is being accused of raping a dancer at a Philadelphia strip club.

De Blasio says he gave no special favors for donor being probed in Seabrook corruption case

Former NYPD Chief of Department Philip Banks (center) traveled overseas with businessmen Jeremy Reichberg (left) and Jona Rechnitz (right). (Photo by Baruch Ezagui) Mayor de Blasio sidestepped questions on whether a deep-pocketed donor ever asked his administration for special treatment.

VIDEO SHOTS FIRED AT AIRPORT: Man armed with rock shot by cops at Dallas Love Field Airport after domestic disturbance

A man wielding a rock was shot by Dallas cops at Love Field airport on Friday following a domestic disturbance, authorities said. At least nine shots can be heard on video posted from the scene.
Autos

Tesla trades repairs for silence; flying car research, and more

tesla-motors-store-logo-auto-daily-drive-thru We've also got news on the latest Takata recall, new(ish) Tesla Model S variants, and more in today's Daily Drive-Thru.

FLYING HIGH: Google's Larry Page funding flying car companies

Flying cars might be a fantasy to the world, but not to this Silicon Valley millionaire.

FIRST DRIVE Ford Fusion keeps its style and fun with 2017 update

2017-Ford-Fusion-Hybrid-Titanium-White-Gold-Front-Quarter-Right Ford updates the 2017 Fusion with new safety and infotainment technologies. But is this family sedan safe enough for schlepping kids?

PHOTOS The 2017 Fiat 124 Spider brings Italian flair with wind in your hair

2017 Fiat 124 Spider rear Designed in Italy and built in Japan, the 2017 Fiat 124 Spider is a funky two-seat roadster that is not only stylish, but enjoyable as well.

ROBO-COP: LAPD leases 100 BMW i3 electric vehicles

The BMWs will only be used for non-emergency purposes. The Los Angeles Police Department has gone green with the addition of 100 electric BMWs to its fleet of vehicles.

LIST HIT THE OPEN ROAD: 10 Best cars, trucks and SUVs for a summer road trip

There are few things more American than hitting the open road in the summer time, and few cars better suited to the job than these 10. Road trips are one of America’s specialties, and there are no better vehicles for the job than these 10 all-stars.
New York

Queens boy, 15, shoots love-triangle rival in face with pellet gun

The victim was headed to Hillcrest High School when the violence broke out. A 14-year-old boy was shot in the face with a pellet gun as he and another teen fought over a girl in Queens Friday, officials said.

FDNY to host gay pride month party and honor NYC LGBT heroes

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi The FDNY will hold its first ever gay pride month celebration Monday at the New York City Fire Museum, officials said.

Mayor de Blasio finds new press secretary in Eric Phillips, his former deputy communications director

Eric Phillips, 35, will handle all of the mayor’s communications with the media starting next week. Mayor de Blasio appointed a new press secretary on Friday to replace his outgoing mouthpiece Karen Hinton, who quit after just a year in the grueling job.

Three people who came into contact with white powder 'decontaminated' at lower Manhattan federal building

Nobody at 26 Federal Plaza was exposed to the powder or suffered any injuries or symptoms, FDNY officials said. The powder was being tested. The powder turned up in a letter in the offices of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on the 37th floor of 26 Federal Plaza at Broadway and Duane St.

De Blasio defends tax payer-funded transgender bathroom rights campaign: ‘In New York City, we embrace all people’

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi Using $265,000 in taxpayer funds to spell out people’s restroom rights isn’t throwing money down the toilet, Mayor de Blasio said.
LATEST FROM AROUND NEW YORK

NYPD welcomes more than 300 college students into cadets program

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi More than 300 college students were sworn in Friday as members of the NYPD cadet program.

Construction company convicted for fatal Meatpacking collapse

ASSIGNMENT – WALL Views of construction site at 19 9th Avenue in Manhattan on Saturday August 01st, 2015. 1133. No work observed at this time, but a RESCIND work stoppage Notice is posted along with work Permits issued July 23rd, 2015. (Theodore Parisienne for New York Daily News) The conviction, in the death of Carlos Moncayo, was hailed as a "landmark" for construction workers.

New York horse racing lost $109 million over four years: audit

State Controller Thomas DiNapoli found NYRA depends on revenue from video lottery terminals — $22.2 million in 2014 — to remain profitable and used some questionable accounting practices to bolster the finances of its horse racing operations. Horse racing was a losing bet for the operator of New York’s thoroughbred tracks, a new audit revealed.

BROOKLYN MAYHEM: 2 stabbed, 1 shot in separate incidents across borough

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi Two people were stabbed and a man was shot in separate incidents in Brooklyn early Friday, officials said.
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NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 14: Josh Satin #3 of the New York Mets walks back to his position after popping out with the bases loaded to end the bottom of the fourth inning against the Washington Nationals at Citi Field on September 14, 2011 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Photo by Christopher Pasatieri/Getty Images) Former Mets infielder Josh Satin has officially retired. Satin, 31, took to Twitter Friday to share the news.

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