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Illegal Street Races Cause Car Crashes, Fires, Slashed Tires On LI: PD

Firefighters and police responded to reports of illegal street racing on LI causing car crashes, fires, and slashed tires.

'Best Day Ever': Girl With Cancer Meets Taylor Swift's Mom At Concert Thanks To LI Charity

Aubrey Hutson, 10, a massive Swiftie who is battling cancer, saw her dream come true when she got to watch Taylor Swift from the floor.

5 Things To Know About New York's Proposition 1

Proponents say it protects abortion and ensures equality; critics say it could affect parents' rights and girls' sports.

Police Search Injured Trooper's Home Amid 'Inconsistencies': DA

Trooper Thomas Mascia was shot on the Southern State Parkway last week

Man Drove While Intoxicated With Boys, 4 & 11, In Car: Police

He's facing a felony charge under Leandra's Law, police say.

Officer Hurt Trying To Arrest Man On LI: Police

The man, who was cursing and screaming in the roadway, was "violent and combative" while resisting arrest, police say.

Long Island School District Approves $16.5M In Child Victim Act Settlements

The claims were for incidents more than 45 years ago, school district officials said.

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