FDA Authorizes COVID-19 Vaccinations For Babies, Toddlers: Patch PM

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FDA Authorizes COVID-19 Vaccinations For Babies, Toddlers

The vaccinations could begin as soon as next week for children ages 6 months to 5, once the CDC also gives the green light, officials say.

Motorcyclist Killed In LI Chain-Reaction Crash Has Been Identified

Police have identified the man who died in Thursday's chain-reaction crash involving a suspected drunken driver.

LI Man Gets 20-Year Prison Sentence For Sexually Abusing 8 Children

Angel Tacuri pleaded guilty to abusing the children over five years at his wife's unlicensed Long Island day care center.

Contestants In 1st-Ever Strawberry Festival Talent Show Wow Crowd

The event showcased some amazing local talent and was a definite crowd-pleaser on Long Island. Photos, video here.

Teen In Critical Condition After Falling Out Of Pickup Truck: PD

Police say teens were doing donuts in a parking lot when one fell out of the bed of the pickup, suffering serious injuries.

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