New York DMV quietly puts in place a more severe point system for bad driving

NEW YORK -- Bad driving will now lead to steeper penalties in New York state. The Department of Motor Vehicles has overhauled its point system, and the points drivers accrue are…

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Police officer fighting for his life after LIE pursuit and crash

Police Officer Brendan Gallagher is in the ICU on a ventilator. Suffolk County Acting Police Commissioner Robert Waring says a police officer suffered critical injuries in a pursuit and crash…

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Deadly consequences of drunk driving: AAA shares sobering statistics for New Year’s Eve

New Year's Day is one of the deadliest days for alcohol-related fatalities on the road, according to AAA. As people make their New Year's Eve plans, it's essential to prioritize…

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SUV crashes into Long Island home as Suffolk County leaders warn of DWI dangers

WEST BABYLON, N.Y. - A family on Long Island has been forced out of their home right before Thanksgiving after an alleged drunk driver crashed into it. Police say Thomas Keane backed out…

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