Elected officials, community groups call for federal takeover of Rikers Island

The rally happened as a judge heard statements regarding the latest federal monitor report on the correctional facility.

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State police to launch Operation Southern Shield to crack down on dangerous, distracted driving on the Southern State Parkway

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A few light showers today with more on and off rain for the weekend for Long Island

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East Hampton man arrested for sexually abusing 13-year-old

Is your mom awesome? Long Island tell us why your Mom Rocks!

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DA: Toddler survives violent attack by her mother in Nassau County

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Arrest made in fatal shooting of Valley Stream man in Queens

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Franklin Square pizzeria that served the community since 1971 to reopen

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Car Show Long Island happening at Tobay Beach this weekend