Winning $13.9M lottery ticket sold in Hicksville
There may be a new millionaire on Long Island after a New York LOTTO ticket worth $13.9 million was sold in Hicksville.
There may be a new millionaire on Long Island after a New York LOTTO ticket worth $13.9 million was sold in Hicksville.
Overnight fire rips through Long Island businesses; firefighter injured
One firefighter was treated at the scene for minor injuries.
One firefighter was treated at the scene for minor injuries.
Oyster Bay backs out of agreement with local mosque to approve rebuilding plans
A mosque on Long Island has operated for years out of two former restaurants, and has been seeking to rebuild a new facility.
A mosque on Long Island has operated for years out of two former restaurants, and has been seeking to rebuild a new facility.
Trump backs Long Island school district fighting to keep ‘Chiefs’ mascot
The Massapequa School District on Long Island is at the center of a growing national controversy after President Trump voiced support for its effort to keep the “Chiefs" mascot.
The Massapequa School District on Long Island is at the center of a growing national controversy after President Trump voiced support for its effort to keep the “Chiefs" mascot.
Oyster Bay presents Billy Joel with key to city, street dedication at ceremony
The Piano Man, Billy Joel, will get a special honor from his hometown of Oyster Bay, Long Island.
The Piano Man, Billy Joel, will get a special honor from his hometown of Oyster Bay, Long Island.
Michael DeAngelo, man accused of Massapequa crash that killed 4, has bail revoked
A judge revoked bail for Michael DeAngelo, the man accused of causing a horrifying crash on Sunrise Highway in Massapequa that killed four members of the same family in August.
A judge revoked bail for Michael DeAngelo, the man accused of causing a horrifying crash on Sunrise Highway in Massapequa that killed four members of the same family in August.
Long Island students begin returning for new school year
The majority of districts in New York start the new school year next Tuesday and Wednesday after Labor Day.
The majority of districts in New York start the new school year next Tuesday and Wednesday after Labor Day.
Driver who killed father, 2 kids, was high while speeding over 120 mph, police say
Police say Michael DeAngelo was driving 120 mph, under the influence of cocaine and fentanyl, when he slammed into multiple cars, killing three and critically injuring two others.
Police say Michael DeAngelo was driving 120 mph, under the influence of cocaine and fentanyl, when he slammed into multiple cars, killing three and critically injuring two others.
Museum pays tribute to tank veterans of World War II
The Museum of American Armor on Long Island paid tribute to soldiers who fought against fascism in World War II. Two tank veterans — both in their 90s — were on hand for the ceremony.
The Museum of American Armor on Long Island paid tribute to soldiers who fought against fascism in World War II. Two tank veterans — both in their 90s — were on hand for the ceremony.
Long Island deli's longtime chef helps keep doors open as new owner
Regal Kosher Deli in Plainview, which has served delicious delicacies for more than half a century, was about to close its doors forever when its chef, who has worked in the kitchen for more than 30 years, stepped in to fulfill his dream of owning a business.
Regal Kosher Deli in Plainview, which has served delicious delicacies for more than half a century, was about to close its doors forever when its chef, who has worked in the kitchen for more than 30 years, stepped in to fulfill his dream of owning a business.
Massapequa Coast heading to Little League World Series
For the first in its 72-year history, Massapequa Coast is advancing to the Little League World Series.
For the first in its 72-year history, Massapequa Coast is advancing to the Little League World Series.
Hundreds of bags stuck at Paris airport due to labor dispute
Hundreds of bags and suitcases remain at Charles de Gaulle Airport in France long after travelers have flown to their destinations. Air France blames a strike by airport workers.
Hundreds of bags and suitcases remain at Charles de Gaulle Airport in France long after travelers have flown to their destinations. Air France blames a strike by airport workers.
Violins of Hope: Holocaust-era instruments restored for world tour
Violins of Hope is a world tour featuring performances on restored violins that were once played in the camps and ghettos throughout Europe during the Holocaust.
Violins of Hope is a world tour featuring performances on restored violins that were once played in the camps and ghettos throughout Europe during the Holocaust.
Teens arrested for smashing store windows on Long Island
Cops responded to reports of smashed glass at commercial buildings housing a dozen stores in Syosset on Tuesday. Their investigation led them to a foster home in town.
Cops responded to reports of smashed glass at commercial buildings housing a dozen stores in Syosset on Tuesday. Their investigation led them to a foster home in town.
Former congressman opens bookshop on Long Island
Steve Israel, who served in Congress for 16 years, knows that opening a bookstore in this day and age is a huge risk. But he says the biggest risks are worth taking. Israel named the store Theodore's Books in honor of his hero, President Teddy Roosevelt.
Steve Israel, who served in Congress for 16 years, knows that opening a bookstore in this day and age is a huge risk. But he says the biggest risks are worth taking. Israel named the store Theodore's Books in honor of his hero, President Teddy Roosevelt.
Seafood inflation means a pricier Feast of the Seven Fishes
Fish markets such as Syosset Seafood have had to raise prices this year to reflect higher costs from suppliers. That means some families are scaling back their holiday meals.
Fish markets such as Syosset Seafood have had to raise prices this year to reflect higher costs from suppliers. That means some families are scaling back their holiday meals.
Medical practices await green light to give COVID vaccines to younger kids
With the federal government poised to approve a COVID-19 vaccine in children as young as 5, medical practices are preparing for the expanded vaccination effort.
With the federal government poised to approve a COVID-19 vaccine in children as young as 5, medical practices are preparing for the expanded vaccination effort.
Kids back in class at one Long Island school district, precautions in place
Jericho is the first district on Long Island to start classes. Most local schools don't begin until at least next week. The district is also 100% in-person learning.
Jericho is the first district on Long Island to start classes. Most local schools don't begin until at least next week. The district is also 100% in-person learning.
4-year-old boy and family thank lifeguards who saved his life
Only about a minute elapsed from the time lifeguards pulled Vincent Zhang out of the water to when he regained consciousness. But they said it felt like forever.
Only about a minute elapsed from the time lifeguards pulled Vincent Zhang out of the water to when he regained consciousness. But they said it felt like forever.
After a virtual 2020, Camp Helen Keller successfully returns in-person
Camp Helen Keller at LIU Post was virtual last summer due to COVID. But this summer, about three dozen children are attending in person.
Camp Helen Keller at LIU Post was virtual last summer due to COVID. But this summer, about three dozen children are attending in person.