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Suffolk lawmakers vote to sue for ex-police chief's salary, benefits
Posted: Updated:Suffolk County lawmakers have voted unanimously to sue in an effort to recover some of the salary and benefits from former Police Chief James Burke.
It would be done under what's called a "faithless servant doctrine," which allows employers to withhold an employee's compensation for the period of time that the person was involved in "disloyal" behavior.
Burke received 46 months in prison for beating Christopher Loeb in 2012 and covering it up.
There is an amendment in the measure that strictly limits the doctrine to Burke's case.
It would not set a precedent involving other county employees.
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Lido Beach teen ordered held without bail in fatal Oceanside stabbing
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The Lido Beach teen who is accused of fatally stabbing an Oceanside high school student was ordered Thursday held without bail.The Lido Beach teen who is accused of fatally stabbing an Oceanside high school student was ordered Thursday held without bail.Gun safety advocates rally outside NRA fundraiser in New Hyde Park
Gun safety advocates rally outside NRA fundraiser in New Hyde Park
The mother of a Parkland, Florida, massacre victim was among a number of gun safety advocates rallying Thursday outside an NRA fundraiser at The Inn at New Hyde Park.
The mother of a Parkland, Florida, massacre victim was among a number of gun safety advocates rallying Thursday outside an NRA fundraiser at The Inn at New Hyde Park.
The mother of a Parkland, Florida, massacre victim was among a number of gun safety advocates rallying Thursday outside an NRA fundraiser at The Inn at New Hyde Park.The mother of a Parkland, Florida, massacre victim was among a number of gun safety advocates rallying Thursday outside an NRA fundraiser at The Inn at New Hyde Park.Police: At least 1 shot fired in Long Beach; no one injured
Police: At least 1 shot fired in Long Beach; no one injured
Police say at least one shot was fired Thursday afternoon on National Boulevard and West Hudson Street in Long Beach.
Police say at least one shot was fired Thursday afternoon on National Boulevard and West Hudson Street in Long Beach.
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The resilient New York Yankees powered their way to the club's first AL East title since 2012, routing the Los Angeles Angels 9-1 Thursday night behind three RBIs each from old mainstay Brett Gardner and newcomer DJ LeMahieu.The resilient New York Yankees powered their way to the club's first AL East title since 2012, routing the Los Angeles Angels 9-1 Thursday night behind three RBIs each from old mainstay Brett Gardner and newcomer DJ LeMahieu.Univision 41 News Brief: Aumenta la angustia entre los familiares de la niña desaparecida en NJ
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Aumenta la angustia entre los familiares de la niña desaparecida en NJ. Guerra política en El Bronx por la silla que dejará el congresista Serrano.Aumenta la angustia entre los familiares de la niña desaparecida en NJ. Guerra política en El Bronx por la silla que dejará el congresista Serrano.
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Sample fare from stadiums across the US at MLB FoodFest
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Get ready to sample fare from baseball stadiums from across the country at the MLB FoodFest.Get ready to sample fare from baseball stadiums from across the country at the MLB FoodFest.Dog Day Fridays for Sept. 13
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Koda is a 6-month-old Cane Corso.
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This week's dogs are up for adoption at Jake's Rescue Ranch. The shelter can be contacted via their website or email.This week's dogs are up for adoption at Jake's Rescue Ranch. The shelter can be contacted via their website or email.Staff Picks: The Who perform at Jones Beach
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Looking for something fun to do with the kids this weekend? News 12 has you covered.
Looking for something fun to do with the kids this weekend? News 12 has you covered.
Did you do something fun with your kids this weekend? Share your adventure with us!Did you do something fun with your kids this weekend? Share your adventure with us!Your Long Island fishing photos
Your Long Island fishing photos
Your Long Island Fishing Photos
Did you catch the big one? Prove it...no fish stories here! Tweet or Instagram your photos using #LIFish and we may put it in this gallery or show on air.
Did you catch the big one? Prove it...no fish stories here! Tweet or Instagram your photos using #LIFish and we may put it in this gallery or show on air.
