Sunday, June 19, 2016

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DISGRACEFUL: By saying Pres. Obama was responsible for Orlando massacre, Sen. McCain betrays country he once served

You need to resign. In disgrace. Immediately.

TWICE GUILTY: Former Vanderbilt football player Brandon Vandenburg found guilty – again – in 2013 gang rape, faces 15 to 25 years in prison

Brandon Vandenburg is being tried for the second time for the June 2013 gang rape of an unconscious woman inside his dorm room.

Man suspected of brandishing gun outside Bronx housing complex shot dead by cops

Cops gather outside after a man was fatally shot by police officers when he pulled a gun on them outside a Bronx housing complex early Sunday, June 19, 2016. The victim, who is believed to be in his 20s, was shot multiple times outside the Soundview Houses on Randall and Rosedale Aves. in Soundview at 1:50 a.m., police said. A man fatally shot by cops pulled a gun on them outside a Bronx housing complex early Sunday, police sources said.

Donald Trump blasts Republicans’ convention mutiny threat: ‘I thought they already tried that’

PHOENIX, AZ - JUNE 18: Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks to a crowd of supporters during a campaign rally on June 18, 2016 in Phoenix, Arizona. Trump returned to Arizona for the fourth time since starting his presidential campaign a year ago. (Photo by Ralph Freso/Getty Images) Donald Trump lashed out Saturday against the Republicans who are vowing to block his path to the GOP nomination.

Pedicab passenger slashes driver near Port Authority Bus Terminal over fare dispute

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi A pedicab driver was slashed in the neck by an irate customer arguing over a fare outside the Port Authority Bus Terminal Saturday night.

GALLERY: Coney Island Mermaid Parade 2016

Twin toddlers found dead in truck outside Louisiana home

Home where 3-year-old twins Oliver and Aria Orr died after they were found unresponsive inside this white pickup truck parked at the home in Bossier City, Louisiana, on June 18, 2016. The father's name is Travis Orr. A set of toddler twins were found dead inside a pickup truck parked outside their Louisiana home Saturday, authorities said.

Texas couple swept to sea by ‘rogue wave’ while celebrating 66th wedding anniversary in Mexico

Not Released (NR) A Texas couple celebrating their 66th wedding anniversary in a Mexican resort city were swept away to their deaths by a freak wave.

Ohio man accidentally shot to death during gun safety class drill

Exterior of the KayJay Gun Shop in Amelia, Ohio, after 64-year-old store owner James Baker was shot in the neck around 1 p.m. Saturday, June 18, 2016, and died at his store during a concealed carry lesson. Officials say a man has been fatally shot in an apparent accident during a concealed carry class at a gun shop.

‘Free State of Jones’ star has spiritual moment after gravesite visit

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Body of teen who jumped off bridge believed to be found floating near Gracie Mansion

06/18/2016 9:13 PM NY| Queens| Queens| Doa Floater| Hell Gate Bridge| the body recovered earlier today was the missing teenager from east 103 & fdr drive missing since early Thursday morning. reported as a jumper down Cops think is the body of a 15-year-old boy seen jumping off a footbridge.

N.Y. Army National Guard unit gets new commander

Lieutenant Colonel Todd Bookless of Greenwich, Connecticut began his role as head of the 642nd Aviation Support Battalion on Saturday, June 18, 2016. Lt. Col. Todd Bookless of Greenwich, Conn., took command.

Man arrested at Las Vegas Trump rally trying to grab cop's gun

A man tried taking a police officer’s gun during a campaign rally for Republican U.S. presidential candidate Donald Trump. Cops arrested a 19-year-old man who tried snatching a Las Vegas officer’s duty gun during a Donald Trump rally Saturday, authorities said.

U.N. secretary-general visits refugee outpost on Greek island

epa05376279 United Nations (UN) Secretary General Ban Ki-moon visits Kara Tepe camp on Lesvos island, Greece, 18 June 2016. Ban was in Greece to meet with government officials and to visit Lesbos to discuss the refugee crisis. EPA/ALEXANDROS BELTES Hundreds of thousands of refugees first set foot in Europe over the past 18 months through Lesbos.

Pat Cleveland's memoir details life as a black '70s supermodel

Parents of 2-year-old killed by alligator at Disney World 'continue to deal with loss of our beloved boy,' asks for privacy

Matt and Melissa Graves of Omaha, Nebraska, said in a statement they appreciate the support and love from friends.

ORLANDO 'SHOULD BE LEVELED': Florida prosecutor suspended for vile rant on Facebook after massacre

Assistant State Attorney Kenneth Lewis was suspended for writing a hate filled diatribe against the city of Orlando, calling for the entire downtown to be "leveled", that it was "void of a single redeeming quality" and that it "is a melting pot of 3rd world miscreants and ghetto thugs". Vid link: http://www.wftv.com/news/local/prosecutor-ken-lewis-demoted-following-crack-hoes-/107284639 A loudmouthed Florida prosecutor who once wished a happy Mother's Day to the state's "crack hoes" was again suspended after he crassly criticized the grief-stricken city of Orlando.

Iraq surges against ISIS in Fallujah

A member of the Iraqi government forces flashes the sign for victory in the embattled city of Fallujah on June 18, 2016 as they hunt down holdout jihadists after retaking the Islamic State (IS) group's last remaining major hub in Iraq.While not fully under government control yet, Fallujah is the latest in a string of battlefield losses for IS, which has seen its two-year-old "caliphate" shrink significantly in recent months. / AFP PHOTO / STRINGERSTRINGER/AFP/Getty Images Iraqi forces gained control of the main hospital in Fallujah on Saturday.

LOGGING OFF! Apple nixes support for GOP convention over Donald Trump's hateful rhetoric on immigrants, women

Apple reportedly isn’t biting at the chance to fund this year’s GOP convention, thanks to Donald Trump.

WORRIERS: Steph Curry on wife's tweets: 'Might have to cut the Wi-Fi off'

Pakistan woman who ‘honor killed’ pregnant daughter arrested

Amina Bibi, center, who who local police say killed her pregnant daughter, 22-year-old Muqadas Tofeeq, is detained at a police station in Gujranwala, Pakistan, Saturday, June 18, 2016. Police in Pakistan say they have arrested Bibi who is accused of killing her pregnant daughter for marrying against the wishes of her family. Violence against women is not uncommon in Pakistan where nearly 1,000 women are killed each year in so-called "honor killings" for violating conservative norms on love and marriage. (AP Photo/K.M. Chaudary) The slain woman married a man against the wishes of her family.

N.Y. 2016 legislative session ends without bill for child victims

Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie (D-Bronx) invoked Prince’s words as the legislative session ended. The 2016 state legislative session drew to close early Saturday, as sunlight streamed through the shades of the Assembly chamber.

Wisconsin lawmaker proposes bill to drug-test wealthiest 1%

UNITED STATES - FEBRUARY 11: Rep. Gwen Moore, D-Wisc., conducts a news conference at the DNC where members of the Congressional Black Caucus PAC endorsed Hillary Clinton for president, February 11, 2016. (Photo By Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call) Rep. Gwen Moore (D-WI) says she hopes the bill will "engage the wealthy in a conversation about what fair tax police looks like."

Six people killed, including child, and 10 injured in van collision in Virginia

FBMD01000abe030000370f0000ec1e0000711f00000d200000e2280000304100002f440000c74500009847000010750000 The six people killed in the crash had been ejected from the van they were riding in.

Sheen says Trump gave him fake diamond cufflinks

Elizabeth Warren enjoys role as attack dog against Donald Trump, calls him ‘thin-skinned racist bully’

Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., seen here speaking earlier at the American Constitution Society for Law and Policy 2016 National Convention, blasted Donald Trump Saturday. Warren delivered her speech at the New Hampshire state party's annual convention, riling up the crowd as the general election begins in earnest.

'HE WAS NOT JUST HIT. HE WAS RUN OVER': Fordham University grad, 21, named victim in Upper West Side hit-and-run

A 21-year-old pedestrian died after being mowed down by a hit-and-run driver on the Upper West Side early Saturday, officials said.

Orlando gunman visited Saudi Arabia on NYU trip with 12 NYPD cops

Omar Mateen made the trip as part of an annual pilgrimage led by the Islamic Center at New York University, according to the Wall Street Journal. The gunman traveled to Saudi Arabia in 2012 with a group from New York that included 12 Muslim NYPD officers.

Brothers, 21 and 19, arrested in fatal stabbing of Bronx man

Two men accused of fatally stabbing Pena have been arrested. Two Bronx brothers have been nabbed in the fatal stabbing of a 23-year-old man last month, police said Saturday.
Autos

BMW introduces futuristic concepts, VW promises EVs, and more

bmw-100-year-concept-cars We've also got news on global EV sales, E.U. emissions regulations, and more in today's Daily Drive-Thru.

REVIEW 2016 Infiniti QX60 chooses comfort and style over athletic moves

2016-Infiniti-QX60-Hagane-Blue-Front-Quarter-Right The 2016 Infiniti QX60 isn’t exciting to drive, but most people won’t care as they revel in comfort, safety, security, and simplicity.

SEE IT 2017 Ford Fusion earns IIHS Top Safety Pick+

2017-ford-fusion-v6-sport-red-driving The recognition marks an improvement for the popular midsize sedan, but the jury is still out for the NHTSA rating.

PHOTOS 2016 Volkswagen Jetta comes in many different flavors

2016 Volkswagen Jetta The Jetta comes in a wide range of models, all of which are reasonably priced and fun to drive.

REVIEW SMALL-STAR: 2016 Volkswagen Jetta is one of the best compact cars for sale

2016-Volkswagen-Jetta-SEL-Premium-Platinum-Gray-Front-Quarter-Right Though its conservative design is rapidly aging, a program of continuous improvement makes the 2016 Jetta one of the best cars in its class.

SEE IT A NEW VIEW: Testing Cadillac’s rear camera mirror technology

2017-Cadillac-XT5-Rear-Camera-Mirror Rearview mirrors once served merely to offer a reflection of what was behind you, but that era is as bygone as love beads and air fresheners
New York

S.I. man abusing dog knifes passerby trying to intervene

COPS ARE looking for a jerk who whipped his pooch with a belt – then knifed a Good Samaritan trying to intervene. Cops are looking for a jerk who whipped his pooch with a belt – then knifed a Good Samaritan.

3 Black Cats Café and Cakery offers business training, mentorship

Mini cheesecakes made at the 3 Black Cats Café and Cakery in Brooklyn. The 3 Black Cats Café and Cakery in Brooklyn is certainly one-of-a-kind.

Mermaids spotted on Coney Island

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi A sea of glitter, scales, fins and green skin sparkled in the sun Saturday on Surf Ave. in Coney Island for the 34th annual Mermaid Parade.

LAVERN'S LAW: Medical malpractice bill to aid victims fails for second straight year in N.Y. legislature

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi Lavern's Law would start the window to bring cases when an error is discovered by the patient.

N.Y. legislature fails to reach deal for Child Victims Act

Members of the New York Assembly work on passing legislation in the Assembly Chamber at the Capitol on Friday, June 17, 2016, in Albany, N.Y. (AP Photo/Hans Pennink) An all-night session to wrap up up the legislative year did not lead to a last-minute miracle that advocates were hoping for.
LATEST FROM AROUND NEW YORK

Woman who lost legs in subway hit struggled with substance abuse

Brianne Hunlock in an April 2015 Facebook photo from her page. She lost her legs when she fell into the #3 train tracks on June 16, 2016, at the West 14th street subway station. The woman's legs were severed when she tumbled into the path of a subway train.

State Senate approves 2 of Mayor de Blasio’s 3 picks for MTA

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi A transit advocate and a nonprofit leader will take their seats on the MTA board, while a City Councilman's appointment was in limbo.

N.Y. state moves toward legalizing daily online fantasy sports, awaiting approval from Gov. Cuomo

Not Released (NR) Daily fantasy sports websites are now just a signature from Gov. Cuomo away from resuming operations in New York.

Authorities looking for Brooklyn perv who groped girl, 12, in Brighton Beach

Cops are seeking this creep in connection with the incident. Cops released a photo Saturday of a creep they say groped a 13-year-old girl in Brooklyn — and are asking the public’s help identifying him.
Daily News Video

podcast 'Kung Fury' is a ridiciulous short film... ridiculously brilliant

'Kung Fury' is a 2015 short film that became a viral sensation. He's a kung fu master, and he's out to kill Hitler.

video Stanford rape victim's statement read in full by New York Daily News staffers

We read the Stanford rape victim that was read to Brock Allen Turner in court.
Sports

Mets 1st-rounder Justin Dunn showed pitching prowess at young age

Please contact your sales representative with questions. It's no wonder Justin Dunn ended up a pitcher. A wonderful right arm made him into the Mets' top draft pick this year.

Mets’ Jacob deGrom looking forward to first Father’s Day as dad

MIAMI, FL - JUNE 03: Pitcher Jacob deGrom #48 of the New York Mets stands in the dugout as the Mets played against the Miami Marlins at Marlins Park on June 3, 2016 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Joe Skipper/Getty Images) When he found out his wife Stacey was pregnant, Jacob deGrom secretly hoped they would have a son.

FEINSAND Yankees starters need to follow resurgent CC Sabathia's lead

No more than 7 images from any single MLB game, workout, activity or event may be used (including online and on apps) while that game, activity or event is in progress. For the past few years, CC Sabathia has been a leader of the Yankees rotation.

Yankees survive shaky 9th from Chapman to beat Twins, 7-6

New York Yankees' Alex Rodriguez rounds the bases on his two-run home run off Minnesota Twins pitcher Ricky Nolasco in the seventh inning of a baseball game Saturday, June 18, 2016, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jim Mone) The Yankees scored seven runs over the final three innings to erase a four-run deficit and take a 7-6 win.
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