Nassau police commissioner criticized for statements on minority candidates
Remarks by Nassau County Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder trying to explain the lack of diversity in his department are adding insult to injury.
Nassau County police officers to wear body cameras
Beginning this fall, police in Nassau County will begin wearing body cameras while on patrol.
No coronavirus deaths in Nassau County for a week
Nassau County authorities announced on Thursday that they have not had a recorded COVID-19 death in an entire week.
Woman indicted in hit-and-run death of NYPD cop
A Long Island woman accused of the hit-and-run death of a veteran NYPD officer was indicted on multiple charges on Tuesday, including homicide and manslaughter.
Park renamed in honor of Luis Alvarez, Ground Zero hero
Luis Alvarez, a retired NYPD Bomb Squad detective, died in June 2019 after a long battle with cancer stemming from his heroic work at Ground Zero after 9/11.
How some hospitals are bolstering LGBTQ services | Pride and Pandemic
In recent years, Mount Sinai and Northwell Health have opened medical and surgical centers dedicated to serving the diverse needs of a diverse LGBTQ community.
Paddleboarder drowns in Hempstead Lake; kids survive
A paddleboard capsized, sending a dad and his kids into the water at Hempstead Lake on Sunday.
Molloy College commencement invites guests to 'drive-in' viewing
Due to the pandemic, so many schools and colleges had to cancel in-person graduation ceremonies. A college on Long Island adapted to the circumstances and is holding a hybrid ceremony on campus.
Nassau County executive proposes cash relief for homeowners
Laura Curran, a Democrat running for reelection as Nassau County executive, is proposing to put about $375 in the pockets of about 300,000 households.
Nassau County Exec. calls on New York to follow CDC guidelines
Nassau County Executive Laura Curran is calling on New York State to adopt the CDC's latest guidelines on masks.
Long Island high school vaccinates students, staff
Freeport High School said it was the first school district on Long Island to offer vaccines to students.
Children get vaccinated on Long Island
Cohen Children's Medical Center in New Hyde Park and Nassau Community College in Garden City are vaccinating children against COVID-19.
NY pools and beaches set to open
"We want our beaches opened up as much as possible as soon as possible."
Blind Long Island man hopes new experiment will restore his vision
At 12 years old, he was diagnosed as legally blind. Now, at 43, there is a possible light at the end of this dark tunnel.
India's COVID-19 crisis: Long Island communities step up
Nassau County officials and civic leaders joined forces with the South Asian American community Monday at a Sikh prayer center to discuss efforts to help India amid a devastating coronavirus surge.
IHOP responds to Adam Sandler with free milkshakes on Long Island
I-HOP locations across Long Island are dedicating an entire day to actor and comedian Adam Sandler in response to his viral clap-back for being told to wait for a table.
National Nurses Week honors pandemic heroes
National Nurses Week is a time to publicly recognize healthcare heroes, with an extra special emphasis this year because of their work on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic.
Massive fire at garbage facility disrupts LIRR service
Firefighters continued to put out hotspots of a five-alarm fire at a garbage facility on Long Island that disrupted LIRR service for several hours.
Looking to rebound, beach businesses seek willing workers
Bars and restaurants on Long Island are eagerly awaiting the high season as pandemic restrictions are lifted. But some spots are having trouble hiring help.
IHOP hostess doesn't recognize Adam Sandler, comedian reacts on Twitter
Long Islanders say that Adam Sandler has been casually showing up in public without much fanfare.