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An 85-year-old former doctor turned himself in to face manslaughter charges in upstate New York in February after police and medical personnel determined he had traveled to New York from Arizona to help a woman commit suicide.
Several New York lawmakers are now rallying behind individuals like Stephen Miller, the former doctor, to make sure people like him will not land in jail in the future for participating in assisted suicide.
Legislation pending in the New York assembly and state senate called Medical Aid in Dying would give terminally ill people the option to choose the time of their death. The long-time sponsor of the bill thinks she is very close to getting the legislation passed.
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New York State Assemblywoman Amy Paulin, a Democrat, told Fox News Digital she is “hopeful” her Medical Aid in Dying Act legislation passes. (Assemblywoman Amy Paulin)
“I am so hopeful,” New York State Assemblywoman Amy Paulin told Fox News Digital. “We’re very, very close. I’d say an excellent chance of passing, but not 100%.”
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Paulin, a Democrat, has championed the bill since 2015. Just one year after she proposed the Medical Aid in Dying Act, her family learned a sister’s previous cancer diagnosis had returned.
“At the end, the pain was so severe that she only had the choice of taking such severe meds that essentially put her to sleep or staying up talking to us, which was her preference,” Paulin said.
“Every few minutes when she wasn’t taking the meds that would knock her out, she’d be screaming, ‘When am I gonna die already?’”
The assemblywoman concedes that since assisted suicide was not an option for her sister, she never discussed with her whether she would like to pursue that option.
Multiple polls have shown New Yorkers support Medical Aid in Dying by a 2-1 margin, but there are some policy experts who have concerns.
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Alex Thompson, the advocacy director for the New York Association on Independent Living, said people with disabilities already face difficulties getting the care they need, prompting him to raise concerns about assisted suicide.
“There are a lot of concerns from our community, especially about access to medical care, insurance denial, all of the things that people with disabilities regularly experience,” Thompson told Fox News Digital. “It’s kind of scary that, you know, you’re not able to get access to treatment that you could be referred to assisted suicide.”
Thompson also voiced concerns that once the laws are on the books, whatever protections were in the original legislation could then be expanded upon.
“There is always a path to expansion. When they frame it in New York, and I hear advocates of the bill in New York say that it’s very limited, and it has all these protections.” Thompson said.
He cited two lawsuits in New Jersey and Vermont he says seek to expand those states’ original conditions for assisted suicide. Both of those lawsuits are demanding assisted suicide in those states not be limited to just their residents.
“There are a lot of concerns about [how] that’s probably what they’re going to do in New York,” Thompson said.
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There are 10 states in the U.S. where assisted suicide is legal. (iStock)
Assisted suicide laws have been on the books in Canada since 2016. Last year, Canadian lawmakers began considering whether a mental illness diagnosis could be a sole qualifier for people to seek assisted suicide.
The New York Post reported this month that a 29-year-old, physically healthy Dutch woman has been granted the right to assisted suicide due to her mental illness that includes chronic depression, anxiety, trauma, borderline personality disorder and autism.
The New York State Capitol in Albany. (Fox News Photo/Joshua Comins)
Assemblywoman Paulin assures that these types of diagnoses will not be sufficient for approval to utilize Medical Aid in Dying in New York.
“We have the strongest protections in the New York bill of any state and that would not be considered eligible,” she said. “The bill requires you to be essentially dying within six months. And that has to be attested to by your physician and then a second physician. So, two doctors have to sign off.”
There are 10 states in the U.S. where assisted suicide is legal: California, Colorado, Hawaii, Maine, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, Oregon, Vermont and Washington. Washington, D.C. also authorized it.
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A historic 78,000-acre conservation project in the western Maine woods is nearing completion.
The Magalloway Conservation Project will ensure the land remains open for fishing, hunting, and other recreational activities for generations to come.
The project will also protect wildlife habitat and support the regional timber economy.
The effort began last March and is expected to be completed later this month.
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A Massachusetts city with one of the nation’s largest Cape Verdean communities has imposed a temporary curfew ahead of Friday’s historic World Cup match between the West African nation and Argentina.
The curfew will be in effect in Brockton, just south of Boston, from 10 p.m. Friday until 5 a.m. Saturday.
City officials said the decision follows recent World Cup celebrations that led to dangerous and unlawful behavior.
“World Cup celebrations have resulted in incidents of reckless driving, illegal street gatherings, vandalism, assaults, fireworks violations, disorderly conduct and other criminal activities,” the city said.
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A Cape Verde fan attends the 2026 FIFA World Cup Group H match between Uruguay and Cape Verde at Miami Stadium in Miami on June 21, 2026. (Craig Williamson/SNS Group)
Brockton is home to one of the largest Cape Verdean communities in the United States, with nearly one in four residents identifying as Cape Verdean, according to local outlet The Enterprise.
Friday’s match was expected to draw large celebrations, as the 2026 tournament marks the first time the African island nation has qualified for the FIFA World Cup.
Following previous World Cup matches, Brockton police said several people were injured in shootings that erupted during postgame celebrations, according to local outlet Boston 25 News — prompting city officials to impose the temporary curfew ahead of Friday’s matchup.
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A mural on the side of the Mayor Bill Carpenter Garage in Brockton, Massachusetts, on Oct. 8, 2020. (Lane Turner/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)
Under the curfew order, no one will be permitted to enter establishments serving alcohol after 7 p.m.
Patrons already inside will be allowed to remain until 10 p.m., but “last calls” for alcoholic beverages must end by 9:30 p.m.
The city said only limited exceptions to the curfew will be permitted.
Such cases include law enforcement officers and other first responders, individuals traveling directly to or from lawful employment, those seeking medical care, and those responding to emergencies.
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha celebrates at the end of the World Cup Group H match against Uruguay in Miami Gardens, Florida, on June 21, 2026. (Lynne Sladky/AP)
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Brockton officials described the measure as a public safety measure intended to preserve public order.
“The purpose of this curfew is to protect public safety, reduce criminal activity associated with post-match celebrations, and enable police, fire, and emergency personnel to effectively maintain order and respond to emergencies,” the city said.
“Residents and visitors are urged to celebrate responsibly, obey all laws, avoid unlawful gatherings, and cooperate with public safety officials to ensure that all World Cup celebrations remain peaceful and safe.”
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“Our hearts are broken by this loss,” New Hampshire State Police said.
A sergeant who served in the New Hampshire State Police for 19 years has died, authorities announced.
Sgt. Brian J. Ross, of Greenland, New Hampshire, died Monday at 41 years old, according to his obituary.
“Our hearts are broken by this loss,” State Police said in a Facebook post. “Sgt. Ross served the people of New Hampshire with courage and integrity, and all of us will miss him greatly.”
Ross began his career as a patrol trooper and later fulfilled other roles, including working with the Major Crime Unit, Special Events Response Team, and Motorcycle Unit. He recently served as the commander of the Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit, according to State Police.
“We ask everyone to join us in offering his family, including his wife and three children, the support and privacy they deserve at this time,” State Police said.
State Police added that a fund has been established for Ross’ family.
“Brian was a devoted husband, proud father of three beautiful children, dedicated Trooper, and beloved coach,” the fund states. “His family is now facing a future they never imagined.”
A walk-through for police officers and other public safety personnel is scheduled for 3 p.m. on July 6 at the Remick & Gendron Funeral Home-Crematory in Hampton, according to the obituary.
Public visiting hours are expected to take place from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the funeral home. Services will be at 1 p.m. on July 7 at the United Church of Christ in North Hampton, the obituary states.
Authorities did not specify the cause of death, but said it was “unexpected.”
State Police noted that resources are available for anyone struggling with a mental health crisis.
“Anyone can call or text the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 9-8-8 for free and confidential support for themselves, a friend or a loved one,” State Police said.
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