Friday, August 5, 2016

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KILLED OVER CAP: Brooklyn dad shot to death after taking back teen son's stolen $200 Oakland Raiders hat

Gerald Cummings, 38, was fatally shot in the head in front of his 17-year-old son Gerald Sealey outside Public School 6 on Snyder Ave. in Flatbush Wednesday night.

Off-duty NYPD sergeant arrested for drunken driving in the Bronx after going wrong way down one-way street

NR Cops say Guido Aguilera, who was pulled over early Thursday morning, slurred his speech and had bloodshot eyes.

Mysterious voice hijacks NYPD radio to taunt and threaten captain: ‘I am going to put a bullet in your head’

NYPD car For the second time in a week, a mystery voice claiming to be in Times Square delivered threats and taunts over police radio transmissions.

Georgia father arrest after hot car deaths of infant twin daughters

Two children were found unresponsive in a car in Carrollton, Georgia on Tillman Drive on August 4, 2016. Two 15-month-olds were unresponsive after being found in a car in Carrollton near 7 p.m. Thursday.

NOT A MODEL CITIZEN: Donald and Melania have some explaining to do regarding history of her immigration status in the U.S.

You can’t make this stuff up: Donald Trump may be married to a woman who was an illegal immigrant.

EXCLUSIVE Teen brags on Facebook about raping 14-year-old girl in Brooklyn

Handout photos from the Garriga family for Hammil Column A-17-year-old who allegedly raped a 14-year-old girl in Brooklyn almost got away with the crime, then he bragged about it on Facebook.

Man believed to be Russian diplomat fatally shoots attempted robber near Olympic Park in Rio

Riot police Thursday escorted the Olympic torch relay ahead of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games. A man believed to be a Russian diplomat shot a robber Thursday night near Olympic Park.

GOT HIS GOAT (UNFORTUNATELY): Georgia man, 65, arrested for having sex with a goat

Freddie Wadsworth, 65, of Douglasville, Georgia, was caught on Friday, July 29, 2016, when neighbors spotted him having sex with one of his goats on his property in broad daylight. Wadsworth was booked into the county jail on a bestiality charge. Now free on $1300 bond, Wadsworth faces between one and five years in prison if convicted of the felony count. It was a baaad move.

Jonah Hill says he was 'scared s---less' by Leonardo DiCaprio in NYC

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Bill Bratton says there's no need for proposed law making assaults on cops a hate crime

New York Police Commissioner William Bratton is pictured while New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announces Bratton's retirement at City Hall in the Manhattan borough New York, U.S., August 2, 2016. REUTERS/Carlo Allegri The city's top cop threw cold water on a Staten Island assemblyman’s proposal to make assaulting a police officer a hate crime.

Overtime pays big for handy NYPD workers who aren’t cops

lINK: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=486866464675183&set=pb.100000555001430.-2207520000.1470334250.&type=3&theater The top overtime earners at the NYPD aren’t patrolling the streets.

Officer who fatally shot Korryn Gaines not identified due to threats

Korryn Gaines, 23, shot and killed after cops say she pointed a gun at police during a standoff in Baltimore, Maryland on August 1, 2016. The officer who fatally shot 23-year-old Korryn Gaines while serving warrants at her Baltimore-area apartment remained unidentified.

Memphis woman with HIV bites police officer after being pulled over for driving with expired license plates

Dayton Smith, 38, of Memphis, was stopped by officers and arrested for driving with a suspended license. In a confrontation, she bit one of the officers in the arm, drawing blood, exposing the officer to HIV. Dayton Smith, 38, who was pulled over for driving with expired license plates, allegedly bit the arresting officer.

NOT OK! Josh Duggar sued by DJ whose photos he used on OkCupid, Ashley Madison

NYPD handyman earned more than Commissioner Bratton thanks to ample overtime pay

lINK: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=486866464675183&set=pb.100000555001430.-2207520000.1470334250.&type=3&theater The top overtime earners at the NYPD aren’t patrolling the streets.

Here's how the Electoral College could prevent a President Trump

JACKSONVILLE, FL - AUGUST 03: Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump speaks during a rally at the Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena on August 3, 2016 in Jacksonville, Florida. Trump has had to answer concerns from inside the Republican party that his campaign is in disarray. (Photo by Mark Wallheiser/Getty Images) It is entirely possible — and in fact supported by the Constitution — that the Electoral College could dump Trump.

40 alleged Bronx gang members hit with conspiracy charges

Latique Johnson, the leader of a Bronx gang behind at least four killings, ordered hits from his cell at Rikers Island, authorities said. The Bronx DA and NYPD arrested 40 alleged gangsters charged with terrorizing a stretch of E.194th St. in Fordham with four homicides and five stabbings. Leader Latique Johnson allegedly orchestrated the violence while at Rikers. Forty suspected Bronx gang bangers were indicted Thursday.

Incoming NYPD Commissioner O'Neill will follow Bratton's deal to avoid NYPD reforms

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi The next top cop's statement prompted a clash with police reform activists before he even started the job.

Ireland Baldwin strips down in her sexiest photo shoot yet

Sen. John McCain stumbles when asked about nukes and Trump

Senate Armed Service Committee Chairman Sen.John McCain, R-AZ, speaks during a Committee hearing on the military campaign against the Islamic State on July 7, 2015 on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC. AFP PHOTO/MANDEL NGANMANDEL NGAN/AFP/Getty Images The Arizona Republican gave a less than enthusiastic response on Wednesday.

NYC finance, budget heads have a bunch of credit card debt

Jacques Jiha, named to direct the Department of Finance speaks as Mayor Bill de Blasio announces four appointments to his administration during a press conference at City Hall, Tuesday April 8, 2014. Don't worry about the debt of those in charge of the city's budget: They can pay it off pretty easily.

Rhode Island financial adviser pleads guilty to $21M Ponzi scheme

Authorities say Patrick Churchville ran the Ponzi scheme between 2008 and 2011 as owner and president of ClearPath Wealth Management. The U.S. Attorney's Office in Providence says Patrick Churchville pleaded guilty to five counts of wire fraud and one count of tax fraud.

With unclear immigration status of Melania, Donald Trump may have married a one-time undocumented worker

Experts have been quietly looking into the potential first lady’s immigration history, given her husband’s nasty comments and divisive proposals aimed at immigrants to the U.S. Under a President Donald Trump, even his own wife may not have been able to come to the U.S.

Yankees' Clint Frazier makes play for Instagram hottie Jen Selter

Chicago man acquitted of a hate crime after slapping, spitting on elderly black judge he called 'Rosa Parks'

David C. Nicosia, 55, is charged with four counts of aggravated battery and a hate crime. David Nicosia was at the Windy City’s Daley Center when he was irritated by Arnette Hubbard's smoking.

Obama insists $400M in cash to Iran was not ransom payment for American hostages

U.S. President Barack Obama holds a news conference at the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia, U.S. August 4, 2016. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst President Obama on Thursday emphatically denied that the $400 million cash payment to Iran on an unmarked cargo plane was a ransom payment.

Obama will push UN Security Council to stop nuclear testing

President Barack Obama speaks about the Baton Rouge, La., shooting of police officers, Sunday, July 17, 2016, from the briefing room of the White House in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin) The plan comes on the 20th anniversary of the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty, which was never ratified by the U.S. Senate.

Real estate developer, Westchester resident Paul Massey enters NYC's 2017 mayor's race

"I love this city and I am concerned about where it's headed,” Paul Massey said in a statement announcing his candidacy in the 2017 mayoral race. Real estate developer Paul Massey jumped into the 2017 mayor’s race on Thursday, saying the city needs better leadership.
Autos

Tesla posts another loss, more lawsuits for Volkswagen, and more

tesla-logo-daily-drive-thru We've also got news on the battle over fleet-wide fuel economy, the 10 most stolen cars in the U.S., and more in today's Daily Drive-Thru.

Anton Yelchin’s parents to file wrongful death lawsuit against Jeep

JUNE 11, 2015 FILE PHOTO; 061115111638, 21334631, The parents of late actor Anton Yelchin plan to file a wrongful death lawsuit after his death last month, a report revealed Monday.

PHOTOS 2017 Nissan Armada is large and in charge

2017 Nissan Armada red Front Grille Formerly known as the Patrol SUV, the 2017 Nissan Armada has arrived and immediately jumps to the top of the class in the full-size SUV segment.

PHOTOS Gallery: 2017 Cadillac XT5

2017 Cadillac XT5 Rear Right Quarter With a striking new design and a stunning interior, the 2017 Cadillac XT5 gives American luxury SUV buyers exactly what they were waiting for.

REVIEW First Drive: 2017 Nissan Armada has Titanic ability and refinement

2017-Nissan-Armada-Platinum-Gray-Off-Road Thanks to lower gas prices, Nissan decides to revive its full-size SUV, giving you more than you might expect in a big family hauler.

REVIEW BEST-SELLER FOR A REASON: 2016 Ford F-150 Ratings and Review

2016-Ford-F-150-Limited-White-Rear-Quarter-Right Especially in its new Limited trim level, the 2016 Ford F-150 is the best full-size, light-duty truck you can buy.
New York

Real estate developer, Westchester resident Paul Massey enters NYC's 2017 mayor's race

"I love this city and I am concerned about where it's headed,” Paul Massey said in a statement announcing his candidacy in the 2017 mayoral race. Real estate developer Paul Massey jumped into the 2017 mayor’s race on Thursday, saying the city needs better leadership.

NYC finance, budget heads have a bunch of credit card debt

Jacques Jiha, named to direct the Department of Finance speaks as Mayor Bill de Blasio announces four appointments to his administration during a press conference at City Hall, Tuesday April 8, 2014. Don't worry about the debt of those in charge of the city's budget: They can pay it off pretty easily.

Dean and Adam Skelos can remain out on bail as they fight conviction

Dean Skelos and Adam Skelos leave Federal Court on December 11, 2015 in New York. They were found guilty on all charges in there corruption case. (Alec Tabak for New York Daily News) Dean and Adam Skelos can stay out of federal lockup while they fight their corruption conviction, a judge said Thursday.

NYC lettered subway lines begin test run of new countdown clocks

The MTA on Thursday started testing of new countdown clocks for lettered lines at eight subway stations in Manhattan, Gov. Cuomo announced Thursday. The agency is testing a Bluetooth-based system to jump start the long-delayed real time countdown clocks that are already on the numbered lines. *** Local Caption *** Here are renderings from the Gov’s office: The wait for subway countdown clocks on the MTA’s lettered lines may be coming to an end.

Bill Bratton says he won't serve in a Clinton White House, this is my 'last public sector job'

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi The city's top cop doubled down Thursday on his promise that he’s done with government work.
LATEST FROM AROUND NEW YORK

NYC logged 20% decrease in 2016 shootings, gun arrests up 13%

NYC PAPERS OUT. Social media use restricted to low res file max 184 x 128 pixels and 72 dpi New York City has logged 11 straight months with fewer than 100 shootings a month, police officials said Thursday.

New York state test scores rose because the bar was lowered

NR Reading scores rose last year by more than six percentage points, but education advocates say there's reason not to celebrate.

East Harlem boy, 3, found covered in bruises, bleeding and unconscious outside public housing development

The Thomas Jefferson Houses in East Harlem. First responders found a 3-year-old boy outside public houses with massive bruises and bleeding on the brain, witnesses said Thursday.

CUNY staffers vote to ratify first labor contract in 6 years

Real Estate of Queensborough Community College (QCC CUNY) at222-05 56th Avenue, Queens in regard to story on summer classes being popular due to the economy. The pact provides a 10.41% pay raise for faculty and professional staff, as well as a $1,000 signing bonus for full-time staff.
Daily News Video

podcast Is the X-rated 'Last Tango in Paris' still edgy? For the Love of Movies

Film poster for the controversial 1972 film, 'Last Tango in Paris,' starring the late Marlon Brando. Anonymous sex. That's the theme of Last Tango in Paris, the controversial erotic film starring Marlon Brando.

podcast Manish Mehta breaks down Fitz's Jets deal: Daily News Sports Talk

FOXBORO, MA - OCTOBER 25: Ryan Fitzpatrick #14 of the New York Jets looks to throw during the first quarter against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium on October 25, 2015 in Foxboro, Massachusetts. (Photo by Jim Rogash/Getty Images) In our first episode of the Daily News Sports Talk podcast after our summer hiatus, we welcome Jets columnist Manish Mehta back to the show to break down Ryan Fitzpatrick's one-year, $12 million contract.
Sports

Wait, which Yankee does Bartolo Colon refer to as 'dad'?

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. As well as Bartolo Colon well into the back 9 of his career, the Mets’ 43-year-old wonder was even better with the press.

Gary Sanchez ready to catch for Yankees

Gary Sanchez is off and running as he gets set to catch first major league game for Yanks. AP Gary Sanchez’s week of firsts will continue Friday.Wednesday, Sanchez picked up his first major-league hit.

MEHTA Is Ryan Fitzpatrick an elite QB and does it even matter for Jets?

New York Jets starting quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick,14, does stretching with his new shaved hairdo at NY Jets practice at Florham Park Training Center in New Jersey on Aug.4,2016(Richard Harbus for New York Daily News) Now that Ryan Fitzpatrick is no longer going full caveman, we return to our regularly scheduled programming.

Giants defense has devoted disciple of Lawrence Taylor

New York Giants defensive end Lawrence Taylor sets to rush November 1986. (Photo by Al Messerschmidt/Getty Images) Kelvin Sheppard idolizes Lawrence Taylor. He’s even met the legendary two-time Super Bowl champion before.
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