Long Island street racing 'takeover' leads to injuries, calls for action
An illegal street racing "takeover" on Sunrise Highway in Islip escalated into chaos, injuring two police officers and spurring calls for measures to be taken to prevent further incidents.
NY State Trooper suspended after Southern State Parkway shooting investigation
New York State Police have suspended Trooper Thomas Mascia, who reported being shot last Wednesday on Long Island while attempting to assist a stranded driver on the Southern State Parkway.
6-year-old girl critically injured in Long Island car crash on Sunrise Highway
A 6-year-old girl is in critical condition after a car crash on Long Island, the Suffolk County police department said.
Nick LaLota vs John Avlon: Former CNN anchor vies for Long Island rep’s seat in Congress
First-term Republican incumbent Nick LaLota faces Democratic challenger John Avlon in the fight for New York's 1st Congressional District. Here's what to know about each candidate.
Long Island hospital offers donor breast milk for new moms in need
South Shore University Hospital on Long Island is offering new moms a vital resource — donor breast milk — through its partnership with the New York Milk Bank.
NY State Trooper shot while on duty discharged from hospital
Trooper Thomas Mascia was shot in the leg during a roadside incident on the Southern State Parkway on October 30.
Suspect in luxury Long Island resort murder found dead in apparent suicide
The suspect in the murder of a woman who was found dead inside a high-end resort and spa in the Hamptons has killed himself, police said.
Woman found murdered inside luxury Long Island resort
A woman was found murdered inside a guest room of a Hamptons high-end resort and spa on Long Island, Southampton Town Police said.
Key races to watch on Long Island this Election Day
New York has become a critical state in the presidential and congressional races for the 2024 election, including on Long Island, where several important races are taking center stage.
Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO pleads not guilty to sex trafficking and prostitution charges
The former longtime CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch has pleaded not guilty to federal sex trafficking and interstate prostitution charges. Michael Jeffries declined to comment Friday after he entered the plea in federal court in Central Islip, New York.
Long Island retirement community faces uncertainty after third bankruptcy filing
Seniors in their golden years are fearing the worst after the company that runs their retirement community went bankrupt.
Algae blooms threaten Long Island wildlife and waterways
Harmful algae blooms are popping up in multiple bodies of water across Long Island.
Residents in Long Island luxury apartments frustrated by faulty alarms
Residents at a luxury apartment building in Amityville are frustrated after repeated issues with their fire alarm systems, including false alarms and a failure to go off during an actual fire.
Ultimate guide to fall on Long Island: Jack o'lanterns, festivals, and more
With Halloween coming up, there are many fun fall things to do on Long Island. Here's what's on our list:
Gilgo Beach murders: Trial date could be set as early as December
A trial date for alleged serial killer Rex Heuermann could be set as early as December, according to a judge.
Anthony D’Esposito vs Laura Gillen: Will red Long Island House seat flip for Dems?
Many considered the race between Rep. D’Esposito and Gillen a "toss-up," as Long Island has become a battleground region in the fight for control of the U.S. Congress.
3 injured, including child in Long Island dog attack
Three people were injured, including a child, after a dog bit them on Long Island Tuesday afternoon, Nassau County Police said.
How extreme weather affects Long Island pumpkins
New York ranks among the top three states in pumpkin production, behind Illinois and Pennsylvania, according to Cornell Cooperative Extension.
Suffolk police seizes largest fentanyl bust in county history
Suffolk County officials have made the largest fentanyl bust in county history, seizing more than seven kilos of the deadly drug—enough to kill every resident of Long Island.
Long Island parents outraged after 5-year-old dropped off at wrong bus stop
Parents on Long Island are outraged after they say their five-year-old son was dropped off at the wrong school bus stop after school.