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Drivers Who Endanger Cyclists Face Big Fines Under New Law

Also: More charges against man accused of stabbing cop / Officials call on state to fully open beaches / ​Man wanted for hate graffiti

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Suffolk Passes First NY Law Fining Drivers Who Endanger Cyclists

Suffolk County cyclists react to the law, meant to reduce the deaths of cyclists on roads by penalizing drivers who get too close.

Man Who Stabbed Officer Faces Additional Charges: DA

The 25-year-old was accused of being high on meth when he crashed, ran from police and stabbed the officer in the leg, the DA said.

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Local Officials Call On The State To Open Beaches Fully

Beaches were at just 50 percent capacity last summer.

Police Release Images Of 'Person Of Interest' In LI Hate Graffiti

Anyone with information about the swastikas painted outside of a local elementary school should call 516-883-0500, ext. 0.

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