New York weather: Thunderstorms, heavy rain Thursday into Friday
A cold front is bringing thunderstorms, potentially heavy rainfall, and gusty winds to parts of New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut on Thursday into Friday. Be prepared for the possibility of flash flooding and downed branches.
Long Island woman busted for $40M counterfeiting operation
A Long Island woman is accused of operating a store with counterfeit luxury products that would be worth $40 million if they were the authentic brands.
Wounded teens hid on Rep. Lee Zeldin's property after drive-by shooting
Rep. Lee Zeldin, the GOP candidate for governor, says his daughters are shaken after a shooting outside the family's home on Long Island. "I definitely did not think the next time that I'd be standing in front of crime scene tape would be in front of my own house," Zeldin said.
Police identify Long Island woman stabbed to death in home
Nassau County Police have released the identity of a woman killed in her North Bellmore home.
Two teens shot outside Rep. Lee Zeldin's Long Island home
Two teens were shot outside the home of Republican gubernatorial candidate Lee Zeldin.
Woman stabbed to death in Long Island home
A 42-year-old woman was stabbed to death in a Long Island home.
Long Island father shot, killed in upstate NY hotel lobby while visiting son at Marist College
Neighbors described Paul Kutz as a devoted father to his three children.
Fake kidnapping scam targets Long Island parents
The scam reportedly is sent through text messages, emails, and even terrifying phone calls.
Small plane crashes in East Hampton, Long Island, killing pilot
Authorities say the plane, a single-engine Seamax M-22 crashed at the edge of Three Mile Harbor.
FDNY EMS Lt. Alison Russo-Elling remembered at emotional funeral service
Mourners came to the Tilles Center on Long Island for a solemn service honoring FDNY EMS Lieutenant Alison Russo, who was stabbed to death last week. "That man murdered my daughter and she would be the first to come to his aid if he ever needed help," said Frank Fuoco, her father.
Funeral for FDNY EMS Lt. Alison Russo-Elling set for Wednesday
The funeral for FDNY EMS Lieutenant Alison Russo-Elling, who was stabbed to death last week in an unprovoked attack, is expected to draw hundreds of mourners.
Hofstra field hockey revels in Hail Mary victory
The Hofstra Pride field hockey team pulled off the most improbable play in all of sports.
New LIRR Main Line third track completed
A new 9.8-mile LIRR track runs from Floral Park to Hicksville to increase service by 41 percent.
Massive spike in catalytic converter thefts on Long Island
Long Island is seeing a massive spike in catalytic converter thefts, with officials saying Nassau County has seen a nearly 250% increase so far this year.
Team USA will play to win at Amputee Soccer World Cup
U.S. National Amputee Soccer Team is in Istanbul, Turkey, right now to compete in the Amputee Soccer World Cup. Before they left, some players told FOX 5 NY what this means to them.
Murder trial begins of ex-cop accused of forcing son to sleep in unheated garage
Thomas Valva was only 8 years old when he was made to sleep inside an unheated garage and froze to death. His father, a former NYPD cop, is now on trial for the boy's murder.
Baby giraffe draws crowds of visitors on Long Island
The news of the newest member of the White Post Farms family — a baby giraffe named Savanna — is drawing crowds of animal lovers willing to wait on lines that stretch around the building.
Spike in respiratory illnesses sending kids to hospitals
With everyone back to school, more people heading back to the office, and COVID protocols being lifted, it seems like more people, especially kids, are getting sick.
NWS: EF-0 tornado struck Suffolk County
The National Weather Service has confirmed that an EF-0 tornado struck Suffolk County during a stormy Sunday night.
Long Island academy training the next generation of teachers
Some high school students on Long Island are starting their college education early thanks to a unique program that's meant to help aspiring teachers.