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Man Used AI To Create Child Abuse Images, Indicted On 62 Counts: DA | Patch PM

Also: Candyman closes / Rescue "combined effort" / 8th murder for accused Gilgo killer? / "American Idol" journey / Car fire / Karen Vergata

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Man Used AI To Create Child Abuse Images, Indicted On 62 Counts: DA

Authorities say the man used artificial intelligence to alter innocent images of children and distribute them online.

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'Good-Bye And Sweet Dreams': Iconic North Fork Candy Store Owners Bid Adieu After More Than 40 Years"

The Candyman has been the center of our world . . We are heartbroken to announce that we must close."

Find out what's happening in Northportfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

VIDEO: 'Combined Efforts' In Shirley Teen Rescue Led To 'Positive Ending' On Easter, Fire Officials Say

Boots the ground efforts aided with high-tech search and rescue techniques, including enhanced 911 location technology, fire officials say.

Accused Gilgo Beach Killer Could Plead Guilty To 8th Murder: Report

When he appears in court Wednesday, accused Gilgo Beach killer Rex Heuermann could plead guilty to the murder of an 8th victim: report.

Massapequa's American Idol Sensation Gets Tough News On Monday Night Episode

20-year-old Jesse Findling was in the bottom two vote-getters Monday, leaving his fate up to a judge's saving vote. Did he advance?

VIDEO: Car Engulfed In Flames On Sunrise Highway; Man Hospitalized After Rescue: Police

The fire shut down lanes Tuesday morning as a Good Samaritan helped rescue a woman from her vehicle, police say.

Who Was Karen Vergata, The Gilgo Beach Serial Killings' Investigation's 'Jane Doe No. 7'?

Once nameless, with authorities unable to determine what happened, her family might get some formal closure on Wednesday.

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