Veteran captain Andrew Campos, 50, was arrested only months after a search warrant uncovered multiple photos of the mobster and co-defendant Richard Martino making prison visits to imprisoned Mafioso Frank LoCascio, once the underboss to the infamous “Dapper Don” Gotti.

Flushing High School junior Arialis Guzman said she “just didn’t get treated right" while police held her and a friend for more than a day in the aftermath of an after school altercation. The teens spent the night of Wednesday, Feb. 12 and much of the next day, Feb. 13, handcuffed to a bench in a Queens police precinct.

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Michael Glennon chats to Kilkenny legend Tommy Walsh about the motivation of boss Brian Cody, whose side were due to take on Dublin in the first round of the Leinster SHC round-robin on Sunday.

Shelter in place orders (SIPOs) require residents to remain home for all but essential activities such as purchasing food or medicine, caring for others, exercise, or traveling for employment deemed essential. Between March 19 and April 20, 2020, 40 states and the District of Columbia adopted SIPOs. This study explores the impact of SIPOs on health, with particular attention to heterogeneity in their impacts. First, using daily state-level social distancing data from SafeGraph and a difference-in-differences approach, we document that adoption of a SIPO was associated with a 5 to 10 percent increase in the rate at which state residents remained in their homes full-time. Then, using daily state-level coronavirus case data collected by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, we find that approximately three weeks following the adoption of a SIPO, cumulative COVID-19 cases fell by 44 percent. Event-study analyses confirm common COVID-19 case trends in the week prior to SIPO adoption and show that SIPO-induced case reductions grew larger over time. However, this average effect masks important heterogeneity across states — early adopters and high population density states appear to reap larger benefits from their SIPOs. Finally, we find that statewide SIPOs were associated with a reduction in coronavirus-related deaths, but estimated mortality effects were imprecisely estimated.

Move over, Polar Bear. Mr. December is heading for Queens.

Good news for bugs that weigh less than a sesame seed.

Researchers eroding clay in water may have uncovered secrets of meteorites’ aerodynamic stability.

The LIGO and Virgo observatories appear to have picked up gravitational waves from a first-of-its-kind astronomical observation.

It’s almost too dense to exist. Almost.

Scientists are using artificial cervices and 3D models of the uterus to better understand pregnancy and childbirth.

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'Exciting' vice presidential selections have sometimes been a disaster.

Clippers guard Patrick Beverley has been invited to participate in the Skills Challenge and Lakers center Dwight Howard will compete in the Slam Dunk Contest.

In a move the Clippers hope will reinforce an oft-injured roster, the team signed Reggie Jackson shortly after the veteran guard cleared waivers Thursday.

The Clippers rout the Golden State Warriors 131-107 in front of a light crowd possibly due to the coronavirus outbreak.

The opening round of virtual H-O-R-S-E games will air on ESPN beginning Sunday at 4 p.m., with players shooting from their home basketball courts.

In an attempt to keep the matter under wraps, the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department quietly ordered deputies to delete any photos of the Kobe Bryant helicopter crash scene after a citizen complained that a deputy was showing the gruesome images at a Norwalk bar, two public safety sources with knowledge of the events said.

The Lakers plan to sign Dion Waiters on Friday to a minimum deal for the remainder of the season, according to people familiar with the deal.

Loyola Marymount asked Los Angeles residents to name their favorite athlete and favorite team. Who finished just behind LeBron James and the Lakers?

Ready, set, reframe: Instead of stressing out about coronavirus and the shutdown, let's use this time of social isolation to prioritize self-care and mental wellness.

A former contestant on "The Voice" leads a weekly performance in her Upland cul-de-sac where neighbors connect to get through the pandemic together.

USC is working to finalize its staff of assistants this week by hiring Virginia defensive line coach Vic So'oto, 32, a cousin of the late Junior Seau.

Dillon Peters threw three scoreless innings in the Angels' 4-3 split-squad loss to the Royals; they tied Kansas City 4-4 in another split-squad game.

Times editors have announced three additions to the newsroom staff -- enterprise editor; an assistant editor in Washington, D.C.; and an aerospace reporter:  From Times Editor Davan Maharaj and Managing Editor Marc Duvoisin: As managing editor of the nonprofit Texas Tribune, Brandi Grissom has been a force for outstanding investigative journalism.

Pete Davidson, who recently said he quit using drugs, urged people not to drop off any weed or other illegal substances at his mom’s Staten Island house after a stranger did just that a few days ago.

Cal Petersen made his Kings season debut in a 3-0 road loss to the Devils and had 31 saves. With Jack Campbell traded, he will get more chances.

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman acknowledges finishing the regular season and playoffs might not happen because of COVID-19 outbreak. A third Avalanche player tests positive.

Move over, Polar Bear. Mr. December is heading for Queens.

Dieter Ruehle, the organist for the Dodgers and Kings, is having a tough time living through the sports famine, but he has a secret coping mechanism.

A look at some of the biggest moments in sports history that occurred on April 12.

Pete Davidson, who recently said he quit using drugs, urged people not to drop off any weed or other illegal substances at his mom’s Staten Island house after a stranger did just that a few days ago.

Pete Davidson, who recently said he quit using drugs, urged people not to drop off any weed or other illegal substances at his mom’s Staten Island house after a stranger did just that a few days ago.

Veterans are being hit hard by unemployment due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Move over, Polar Bear. Mr. December is heading for Queens.

The NCAA is giving spring sports athletes whose 2020 seasons were majorly disrupted by the coronavirus another year of eligibility.

UCLA athletic director Dan Guerrero provided guidelines for athletes amid the coronavirus pandemic in a letter posted on the school's website.

NCAA voted Monday to approve an extra year of eligibility for spring athletes who had their seasons canceled because of COVID-19 but some might not get same financial aid.

About 60 UCLA donors have contributed almost $160,000 for training equipment and subscriptions to fitness and mindfulness apps for athletes during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Barbara Neely's novels pushed past mystery and explored racism, class boundaries and violence against women.

Veteran Broadway actor, best known for playing Roy Biggins on "Wings," has died in New York at 73.

Hal Willner, Grammy-winning record producer and longtime "Saturday Night Live" sketch music producer, has died from complications from COVID-19. He was 64.

The program had worked with labs in Wuhan, China, and around the world to detect deadly viruses that could jump from animals to humans.

Robert Kim-Farley, infectious disease expert, says Stage 4 of Gov. Newsom's reopening plan for California may not be implemented until mid to late 2021.

Tattoo artist Kat Von D also clears the air about parting ways with her beauty brand, her new vegan shoe line and her upcoming music career.

For Women's Month, L.A. brand the Great teamed with Cotton Inc. for a new cotton-denim jumpsuit inspired by the WWII icon.

Peter Sellars — opera director, spiritual thinker, optimist — reflects on changes triggered by coronavirus. Amid tragedy, what new life might come forth?

A new four-legged trainee has joined the ranks of London Fire Brigade’s dog detectives

2020 Oscars winners list: Joaquin Phoenix, Laura Dern, Brad Pitt earn acting prizes

"Hair Love" writer-director-producer Matthew A. Cherry is the first former NFL player to win an Oscar. He is the second pro athlete to win after Kobe Bryant.