Nassau University Medical Center on the brink as losses top $560M

The future of Nassau County's only public hospital is in jeopardy, as according to a recent report, Nassau University Medical Center is at risk of running out of money by the end of the month.

Man accused of hoarding over 100 exotic animals at Nassau County home

A man in Nassau County is facing charges after being accused of hoarding over 100 exotic animals inside his home's basement and backyard.

Dog found stabbed 17 times on Long Island

A male dog named Cornell was found stabbed 17 times in Freeport, Long Island – and officials announced a $5,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in the case.

Power restored for more than 18,000 homes on Long Island

A brief power outage in Long Beach saw over 18,000 homes left in the dark for a brief period on Tuesday evening.

Long Island dog daycare worker accused of swinging them above head using leash

According to police in Nassau County, Andrew Laurendi was seen on video at Pawllywood dog daycare swinging multiple dogs above his head by the leash attached to the animal's neck, and then letting the leash go, causing the dogs to fall to the ground.

Tom Suozzi makes political revival in America's first suburb

After two failed runs for governor, Suozzi thought his political career was done. If Suozzi wins, he says he will run again in November for a full term.

Long Island man charged in Woodbury standoff, alleged rape of 14-year-old

The suspect, Adrees Omar, 25, then barricaded himself inside the house on Roseanne Drive in Woodbury and refused to allow officers inside, the Nassau County Police Department said.

New York, New Jersey vigils call for release of Israeli hostages

There was a sense of grief, sadness and anger in the air in Plainview. In Montclair, New Jersey – the organization, Bring Them Home, decorated a large table, set for dinner, with no guests attending the metaphorical dinner party.

LI man points gun at 6-year-old taking part in Halloween 'booing' tradition

Michael Wen is accused of pointing a gun at the 6-year-old’s head as he was taking part in the Halloween tradition of booing in the Manhasset neighborhood.

Farmingdale bus tragedy survivor's journey of strength and hope

A month after the tragic bus crash that claimed two lives, Audrina Crocitto is back on her feet, walking again and determined to come back even stronger.

Long Island rabbi's children 'step up' to defend Israel

A Long Island rabbi talked to FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg about his children's deployment in Israel.

Nassau County Legislator Mazi Pilip raising funds for Israel

Mazi Pilip, who was born in Ethiopia and migrated to Israel when she was 12, says her support for Israel is stronger now than ever.