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Flurry of lawsuits emerge as NY opens door to sex abuse claims

As of midnight, victims could officially begin filing under The Child Victims Act.

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Flurry of lawsuits emerge as NY opens door to sex abuse claims

As of midnight, victims could officially begin filing under The Child Victims Act.

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Westchester election results take shape following polling delays

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'A profound betrayal of trust.' NYSP fires Troop F sergeant facing federal child exploitation charges

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