Rapper Fetty Wap released on $500K bail after drug trafficking charges
Rapper Fetty Wap appeared before a judge again on Friday after being arrested last week, accused in a drug smuggling ring distributing heroin, fentanyl and cocaine across New Jersey and Long Island.
Suffolk County hiring hundreds of law enforcement officers in next year
Suffolk County is set to hire 705 cops, correction officers, sheriff's deputies, and probation officers in the next 12 months using federal emergency COVID-19 funds.
Shots fired at golf cart prompted lockdowns at schools on Long Island
Schools and town buildings in Huntington on Long Island were placed on lockdown after shots were fired from a vehicle into a golf cart at a park. No injuries or arrests were reported, and the lockdowns were lifted shortly after noon.
Fetty Wap arrested in NYC on federal drug charges
Rapper Fetty Wap has been arrested in New York City on federal drug charges.
LGBT job fair held on Long Island
A first-of-its-kind job fair was held on Long Island Wednesday, designed to support the LGBTQ+ community and help them connect with employers.
Police admit to mistakes in Brian Laundrie investigation, report claims
The North Port Police Department says that investigators made mistakes in surveilling Brian Laundrie in the days before he disappeared.
New animal shelter opens in Central Islip
A brand new, $9M state-of-the-art animal shelter has opened in Central Islip, with 82 kennels, displays for cats and dogs, outdoor pens for exercise, and a full surgical suite.
Woman found fatally stabbed on front lawn on Long Island
Police in Suffolk County are investigating the death of a woman found fatally stabbed outside her home in Coram.
Brian Laundrie was 'grieving' when he vanished, days before Gabby Petito found dead, family's lawyer says
More than a month before authorities found the decomposed remains of Florida fugitive Brian Laundrie in a swamp near his home, he allegedly slipped away from his parents’ house under the guise of a hike.
Brian Laundrie's family hopes for answers after remains found in park confirmed to be missing fugitive son
The Laundrie family's attorney says Brian's parents are hoping for more answers from law enforcement on his cause of death after the FBI used dental records to positively identify the skeletal remains. Investigators said the area where they were found had been underwater during previous searches.
Laundrie family's lawyer blows off steam after Brian Laundrie's remains are found: 'I'm upset, I'm angry'
Steven Bertolino, Chris and Roberta Laundrie's attorney, took shots at the media, the public and protesters outside of the family's North Port home: "They're extremely upset, and for some unknown reason, there are still people outside of their home, yelling and screaming and causing a ruckus, which any parent grieving the loss of a child should not have to deal with."
Gabby Petito: Timeline of disappearance, death and Brian Laundrie search
Gabby Petito, 22, vanished after going on a cross-country trip with her boyfriend in a converted camper van. Here is a timeline of her disappearance, death and the developments in the case.
Brian Laundrie search: Family lawyer addresses rumors parents planted evidence in North Port park
The Laundrie family's attorney says Brian's parents wanted to go into the North Port park once it reopened to the public and with water levels significantly lower than last month. They then led authorities to several items belonging to Brian, where human remains were soon discovered. But the proximity of the finds so close to the park entrance raised suspicions from critics as to their authenticity.
Gabby Petito's parents want answers from Brian Laundrie's mom and dad
The parents Gabby Petitio are accusing Brian Laundrie's parents of withholding information about her death and his disappearance.
Foul smell in Great South Bay is from decaying invasive seaweed
A really bad odor in the Great South Bay off Long Island is more than just a turnoff for residents and visitors. It is a sign of an environmental problem.
Colorado fugitive busted in Sag Harbor after wife found dead
New York state troopers arrested a Colorado man at the Sag Harbor Inn on Long Island in connection with the death of his wife, police said.
Outlaw motorcycle gang leader sentenced for illegal gun possession
A New York man characterized as a leader of the Pagans motorcycle gang has been sentenced to 33 months in prison for a firearms offense.
Elizabeth Smart on Gabby Petito case: Knowing what she went through is 'heartbreaking'
Elizabeth Smart, who was kidnapped for nine months when she was 14 years old by a street preacher and his wife, said Wednesday that it is "heartbreaking" knowing what Gabby Petito likely went through in the days and weeks leading up to her death.
Long Island libraries 'waive' goodbye to late fees
At least 55 of the 110 public libraries in Nassau and Suffolk counties have done away with or started limiting charges for late returns.
Man arrested for anti-police graffiti on Long Island
Police have arrested a Long Island man for a string of anti-police graffiti incidents.