News by Deborah Williams

News by Deborah Williams on South Shore Press


May 31, 2024

Hochul Proposes Smartphone Ban in Schools

Gov. Hochul plans to introduce a bill to ban smartphones in New York schools to "keep children safe and make sure their attention is on learning".

May 31, 2024

National Grid Looks to ZAP Your Wallet With a Double-Digit Rate Increase

National Grid has asked for a 15-20% increase in electric and gas rates for next year.

May 31, 2024

Albany Looks to Legalize Prostitution

New York City is riddled with crime, homelessness, and illegal immigration, and now Albany lawmakers are considering adding illicit prostitution to the list of "allowable crimes".

May 29, 2024

$uppressing Information is as Easy as a Letter Change

House Subcommittee uncovers effort to hide information on COVID origin research.

May 29, 2024

Independent presidential hopeful RFK Jr. files for NY ballot access

The NY v. Trump trial that began against the former president six weeks ago is expected to move to closing arguments Tuesday.

May 28, 2024

Trump Trial Wraps Up

The State of New York v. Donald J. Trump trial that began against the former president six weeks ago is expected to wrap up this week. Closing arguments kicked off the Tuesday after Memorial Day. A verdict could even come down this week.

May 27, 2024

Congress Blocks Illegal Immigrants From Voting in Washington D.C.

The House of Representatives recently passed a bill to prevent non-citizens, both illegal and legal, from voting in District of Columbia (DC) elections.The House bill passed with strong bipartisan support by a vote of 262-143. Fifty-two Democrats joined the Republican majority in favor of keeping voting rights exclusive to American citizens.In 2022, the District of Columbia Council passed a local law to allow illegal immigrants to vote in their locally based elections.."Allowing noncitizens—including illegal aliens and foreign agents—to vote in elections dilutes the voting power of the citizen voter," said bill sponsor Rep. August Pfluger (R-TX).Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA) weighed in stating, "The radical policy from the DC city council to allow noncitizens to decide local elections is anti-American and dilutes the constitutional rights of DC residents."The Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act, enacted in 1996, unequivocally prohibits non-citizens from participating in fede

May 24, 2024

Suffolk County Taxpayers on the Hook for Student Loan Debt

Biden defies Supreme Court again with $7.7 Billion in new student loan debt transfer to taxpayers

May 22, 2024

State Democrats Continue Handcuffing Cops Wanting to Deport Illegal Immigrants

State Democrats Continue Handcuffing Cops Wanting to Deport Illegal Immigrants

May 22, 2024

Big Court Battle Brewing over Controversial "Equal Rights Amendment"

New York State has filed an appeal that slammed the brakes on putting the controversial "Equal Rights Amendment (ERA)" up for a vote on this November's ballot.

May 22, 2024

Biden Bends Knee to Iran

Bowing to pressure from Russia, China, and Algeria, the United States and other United Nations representatives stood for a moment of silence for President Raisi of Iran, known as the Butcher of Tehran, who was recently killed in a helicopter crash.

May 21, 2024

The Federal Government Reaches a Dubious Distinction on the Debt

The United States government has just reached a dubious and disturbing financial benchmark that will hurt already suffering families: more money is now being spent on just the interest payments on the almost $35 trillion national debt than on national defense or Medicare.

May 18, 2024

Analysis: A Threat to Democracy by Weaponizing "Lawfare"

With President Trump being metaphorically handcuffed by the judge in his "Stormy Daniels" trial of commenting publicly on the case, he is now enlisting allies to show up and court to blast what he calls "lawfare" against him.

May 18, 2024

Plea Deals Proposed For Migrants Accused of Brutally Beating Police

Plea Deals Proposed For Migrants Accused of Brutally Beating Police

May 18, 2024

Let's Get Ready to Rumble: Biden and Trump Agree to Presidential Debates

Former President Donald Trump and President Biden agreed to two debates to be held in June and September.

May 18, 2024

Congress Tries to Crack Down on Illegals Who Attack Cops

The GOP-led House passed a bill that would deport illegal aliens who assault law enforcement officers and first responders.

May 18, 2024

Albany Lawmakers Want to Crack Down on Social Media Companies That Target Teens

Former presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy likened teen social media addiction to being hooked on heroin. Now some Empire State lawmakers want one more shot at cracking down on social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter who are manipulating algorithms to get teens addicted.

May 13, 2024

Lawmakers Propose Strict Standards to Prevent Illegal Aliens From Voting

Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) and Rep. Chip Roy (R-TX), along with Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) announced the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act that would require proof of American citizenship to register to vote in federal elections.

May 13, 2024

Courts Shoot Down "Equal Rights" Proposal That Allows Kids to Transition Without Parental Permission

Local, national, and international headlines blasted a NYS Supreme Court ruling that blocked a public vote this November on an "Equal Rights Amendment" that would change the state constitution. Media and democratic lawmakers misleadingly called the ballot referendum initiative an "abortion referendum". While the court ruling is a big victory, it is likely only temporary. It likely will be appealed and could be overturned.

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Opinion

Letters to the Editor: Library Trustees Thank Taxpayers for Victories

I’m deeply grateful to the residents of the Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Library District for approving the library budget, as well as for re-electing me.


State

State Mandated Safe Boating Courses Coming Up

Long Islanders out on the water are looking to stay safe this summer.


National

South Shore Press Reporter Makes a Stop at the Grand Canyon

South Shore Press Reporter Robert Chartuk makes a stop at the Grand Canyon.