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Sleepy Gangster Posts Online Pic Of Nap With Gun: Feds

Michael Martin posted a photo of himself sleeping with a gun, prosecutors said. A follower responded, "Don't wake him up coz he'll shoooot."

Installing This LIC Stop Sign Only Took 7 Years

The city's department of transportation had initially denied the request for a stop sign.

Queens Chocolate Shop Named Best In New York

A list of the best chocolate shops in each state chose Aigner Chocolates in Forest Hills as New York's top pick.

This Is Fake Gun Used In Robbery That Resulted In Cop Shooting

The NYPD released a photo of the fake gun used in a robbery that led to a cop's "friendly fire" death.

Thief Swipes $3K Candlesticks From UES Church, Police Say

The man stole four ornate candlesticks from St. Monica's Church on East 79th Street in January.

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Photo of Michael Martin sleeping with his finger on a gun's trigger, which was posted to social media on Oct. 19, 2018, courtesy of the U.S. Attorney's Office, Eastern District of New York