Paws of War training dogs for veterans and first responders
Paws of War plans to train three rescued pups to become either service or companion dogs. The goal is to place each one of them with a veteran or first responder in need of special assistance.
1st person in US to get COVID-19 shot now a vaccine activist
The first person in the U.S. to get a COVID-19 vaccine, New York nurse Sandra Lindsay, has since become a prominent face in the vaccination campaign.
Teen charged in crash that killed Suffolk County man in front of apartment
Police say 67-year-old Islip resident Luis Trujillo was killed Saturday afternoon when a 2004 Honda Pilot left the roadway and struck him and a woman.
Suspect arrested after Christmas Day double shooting inside Long Island home
Officials say they arrested a 29-year-old man in New Jersey in connection to the shooting of a 64-year-old woman and a 65-year-old man on Christmas Day.
Long Islanders create new traditions for second COVID Christmas
Instead of gathering inside, many decided to take part in outdoor experiences to see the sights and sounds of the season.
Man found shot to death inside Southampton home
Police responded to a call of a burglary at about 8:45 a.m. Saturday morning when they found the man inside the home. He was later pronounced dead.
Long Island woman stabs ex-boyfriend, kills his mother, cops say
A woman stabbed her ex-boyfriend’s mother to death and also stabbed her ex during an incident Thursday at a Long Island home, police said.
Andrew Cuomo won't be charged for touching trooper at racetrack
Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo won't face criminal charges after a female state trooper said she felt “completely violated” by his unwanted touching at an event at Belmont Park.
NYC COVID Closures: Some CityMD locations temporarily shut down
As a coronavirus surge continues in New York City some CityMD locations are temporarily closing due to staffing issues.
Man opens fire in Long Island LA Fitness
A man is accused of firing a gun during a fight inside a Long Island fitness center.
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.
COVID cases soaring on Long Island
As the COVID positivity rate rises on Long Island, hospitalizations are expected to increase, too. Mount Sinai South Nassau and other hospitals are implementing plans to deal with the influx of patients.
Internship program gives high schoolers a close look at nursing
Five days a week for a little over an hour each day, three Commack high school seniors are roaming different departments at Huntington Hospital as part of an internship with Wilson Tech. The students are learning about what it takes to become a nurse by shadowing the staff — all while keeping up with their high school workload.
UTFO’s Kangol Kid dies after battle with cancer at 55
Kid was known for often sporting the popular Kangol headwear and being a member of UTFO, which stands for Untouchable Force Organization. The four-member group was known for such 1980s hits as “Roxanne, Roxanne” and “Ya Cold Wanna Be With Me.”
'Toys of Hope' asks for donations to help deliver gifts to kids across Long Island
For over 25 years a Huntington charity has been providing Christmas gifts to children on Long Island, but this year it needs some help of its own.
Police warn of Tik Tok challenge threatening school shootings
Posts circulating on TikTok threaten shootings and bombings at schools across the United States on Friday, December 17.
NYPD officer returns home after long COVID battle
Officer Haresh Seepersad was hospitalized with COVID-19 in September. He was finally released from Long Island Jewish Medical Center on Thursday.
Inflation and labor shortage hit Long Island restaurants
U.S. consumer inflation is up 6.8% from 2020 — the highest it's been in nearly 40 years. That has left restaurant owners no choice but to raise their prices.
Keechant Sewell to become first woman to serve as NYPD commissioner
Nassau County Police Chief of Detectives Keechant Sewell, 49, will replace Dermot Shea, who is retiring from the NYPD after 30 years
NYPD Chief Rodney Harrison tapped to lead Suffolk County PD
Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone has nominated NYPD Chief of Department Rodney Harrison to be the county's next police commissioner. Harrison recently announced his retirement from the NYPD.