Coronavirus cases on Long Island near 30,000
The rate of hospitalization on Long Island is slowing.
The rate of hospitalization on Long Island is slowing.
Food distribution center opens on Long Island
A temporary emergency food distribution center opened on Glen Cove Wednesday to help meet the growing demand for food assistance during the coronavirus pandemic.
A temporary emergency food distribution center opened on Glen Cove Wednesday to help meet the growing demand for food assistance during the coronavirus pandemic.
Long Island officials scrambling to prepare as coronavirus infections rise
On Friday officials announced at least 4,657 cases of novel coronavirus confirmed in Nassau County and at least 3,385 in Suffolk. And as New York approaches the anticipated peak of infection, officials want to make sure there are enough resources available on Long Island.
On Friday officials announced at least 4,657 cases of novel coronavirus confirmed in Nassau County and at least 3,385 in Suffolk. And as New York approaches the anticipated peak of infection, officials want to make sure there are enough resources available on Long Island.
Long Island authorities accepting donations of medical supplies
The number of positive COVID-19 cases jumped to 2,869 with one new death in Nassau County. Suffolk County has at least 1,880 confirmed cases and four new deaths. Suffolk County District Attorney Timothy Sini is one of the latest officials to test positive for the virus.
The number of positive COVID-19 cases jumped to 2,869 with one new death in Nassau County. Suffolk County has at least 1,880 confirmed cases and four new deaths. Suffolk County District Attorney Timothy Sini is one of the latest officials to test positive for the virus.
New Yorkers flock to gun shops during coronavirus crisis
A gun shop owner on Long Island says business is way up during the coronavirus pandemic.
A gun shop owner on Long Island says business is way up during the coronavirus pandemic.
Suffolk County executive under voluntary quarantine after staffer tests positive for coronavirus
Across Long Island, public and private schools, gyms and theaters are closed. Restaurants are still open but only for takeout or delivery.
Across Long Island, public and private schools, gyms and theaters are closed. Restaurants are still open but only for takeout or delivery.
Long Island laboratory on the frontlines of the fight against coronavirus
Northwell Labs in Nassau County is one of New York’s only labs designated to test for coronavirus right now is stepping up its screening capacity.
Northwell Labs in Nassau County is one of New York’s only labs designated to test for coronavirus right now is stepping up its screening capacity.
Northwell Labs in Nassau County helping lead NY's fight against coronavirus
Northwell Labs is stepping up its coronavirus screening capacity in order to help fight the virus outbreak.
Northwell Labs is stepping up its coronavirus screening capacity in order to help fight the virus outbreak.
Coronavirus pandemic forces Americans studying abroad to return home
An American student studying in Italy for the semester had to abruptly return home due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
An American student studying in Italy for the semester had to abruptly return home due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Several Long Island facilities close due to coronavirus outbreak
Medical experts say the vast majority of patients who have tested positive for the virus on Long Island are improving. They stress the importance of social distancing—not getting too close to other people—and staying home if you're feeling sick.
Medical experts say the vast majority of patients who have tested positive for the virus on Long Island are improving. They stress the importance of social distancing—not getting too close to other people—and staying home if you're feeling sick.
Long Island officials step up response to coronavirus outbreak
Long Island officials announced that many assisted- and senior-living facilities are temporarily limiting or in some cases eliminating visitors.
Long Island officials announced that many assisted- and senior-living facilities are temporarily limiting or in some cases eliminating visitors.
Nassau schools prepare for distance learning
Under new state policy, any school where a student or faculty member tests positive for the virus must immediately close for 24 hours to allow for time to assess the situation and see if the closure should be extended.
Under new state policy, any school where a student or faculty member tests positive for the virus must immediately close for 24 hours to allow for time to assess the situation and see if the closure should be extended.
Two Long Island bus drivers diagnosed with coronavirus
Two school bus drivers are among the latest coronavirus patients on Long Island.
Two school bus drivers are among the latest coronavirus patients on Long Island.
Long Island schools prepare for spread of coronavirus
Both the Nassau County Council of School Superintendents and the Suffolk County School Superintendents Association told FOX 5 NY they're in constant communication with relevant agencies and will continue to communicate with their communities.
Both the Nassau County Council of School Superintendents and the Suffolk County School Superintendents Association told FOX 5 NY they're in constant communication with relevant agencies and will continue to communicate with their communities.
Cuomo declares State of Emergency as NY reaches 76 coronavirus cases
The number of cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) in New York state is rising.
The number of cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) in New York state is rising.
A ‘gym for crafters’ on Long Island
It's said to be the first "gym for crafters." Let's Craft offers a blank canvas for people to create and connect.
It's said to be the first "gym for crafters." Let's Craft offers a blank canvas for people to create and connect.
Long Island officials object to LIRR fare hike plan
Elected officials are calling on the MTA to abandon the plan for an increase on LIRR fares.
Elected officials are calling on the MTA to abandon the plan for an increase on LIRR fares.
Islanders play all home games at Nassau Coliseum in 2020-21
The New York Islanders will make their Long Island return a full year early, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced ahead of Saturday’s game against the Boston Bruins.
The New York Islanders will make their Long Island return a full year early, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced ahead of Saturday’s game against the Boston Bruins.
Number being monitored in Nassau County for coronavirus drops
Nassau County health officials are monitoring 83 people who traveled to China or had contact with someone infected with the coronavirus.
Nassau County health officials are monitoring 83 people who traveled to China or had contact with someone infected with the coronavirus.
Nassau County issues health advisory about coronavirus
Long Island health officials are issuing a health advisory about the strain of coronavirus that originated in China.
Long Island health officials are issuing a health advisory about the strain of coronavirus that originated in China.