Babylon HS alumni accuse teachers of sexual misconduct
New York Attorney General Letitia James has launched a civil investigation into the Babylon School District over allegations of widespread sexual abuse and misconduct.
Gabby Petito’s family attorney hints at charges against ‘additional individuals’
Gabby Petito’s family attorney floated the notion that "additional individuals" could face charges in connection with her strangling in Wyoming more than two months ago.
Driver crashes into Long Island Taco Bell
A car crashed through the window of a Long Island Taco Bell.
Long Island 15-year-old collapses, dies at basketball tryouts
Carmyne Payton died Wednesday after collapsing during tryouts for his high school's basketball team in Copiague.
5 people killed in Long Island house fire
The fast-moving fire claimed the lives of a mother, her two children and two nephews who had just moved to Riverhead from Guatemala, and destroyed a historic building.
Nov. 13 storm spawned 6 tornadoes on Long Island, NWS says
A powerful storm system that hit the New York area on Saturday produced six tornadoes on Long Island and three in Connecticut. A newly confirmed tornado touched down among some pine trees south of Sunrise Highway, shearing off tree limbs and snapping tree trunks.
Coyotes are making Long Island their home
Biologists expect coyotes to easily integrate into habitats across Long Island and fully colonize within a decade or two. Experts explain how to avoid conflicts and confrontations.
Cleanup underway from 'highly unusual' tornadoes on Long Island
The National Weather Service confirmed that four tornadoes touched down on Long Island during a storm on Saturday. A meteorologist with the NWS said tornadoes are highly unusual for this time of year.
New day program on Long Island for adults with autism
The autism-focused program is dubbed BLUE, which stands for Balance Living Unlimited Exploration. Up to 30 adults take part five days a week.
Suffolk lawmaker accused of offering drugs in exchange for sex
Dr. William Spencer, a Suffolk County legislator, filed a police report prior to his arrest claiming to be the target of an extortion effort by an individual posing as a pimp.
Off-duty cop who survived cancer dies in car crash on Long Island
Police Officer Vincent Pelliccio crashed into a median on Nicolls Road in Selden shortly after 12:30 a.m. Pelliccio, who was off-duty, died at Stony Brook University Hospital. He was 30 years old.
Long Island school bus cameras snag unaware motorists, to tune of $250
Some drivers say they've been surprised to receive violation notices for continuing to drive while a bus was stopped on the other side of a multi-lane highway.
Rapper Fetty Wap released on $500K bail after drug trafficking charges
Rapper Fetty Wap appeared before a judge again on Friday after being arrested last week, accused in a drug smuggling ring distributing heroin, fentanyl and cocaine across New Jersey and Long Island.
Suffolk County hiring hundreds of law enforcement officers in next year
Suffolk County is set to hire 705 cops, correction officers, sheriff's deputies, and probation officers in the next 12 months using federal emergency COVID-19 funds.
Shots fired at golf cart prompted lockdowns at schools on Long Island
Schools and town buildings in Huntington on Long Island were placed on lockdown after shots were fired from a vehicle into a golf cart at a park. No injuries or arrests were reported, and the lockdowns were lifted shortly after noon.
Fetty Wap arrested in NYC on federal drug charges
Rapper Fetty Wap has been arrested in New York City on federal drug charges.
LGBT job fair held on Long Island
A first-of-its-kind job fair was held on Long Island Wednesday, designed to support the LGBTQ+ community and help them connect with employers.
Police admit to mistakes in Brian Laundrie investigation, report claims
The North Port Police Department says that investigators made mistakes in surveilling Brian Laundrie in the days before he disappeared.
New animal shelter opens in Central Islip
A brand new, $9M state-of-the-art animal shelter has opened in Central Islip, with 82 kennels, displays for cats and dogs, outdoor pens for exercise, and a full surgical suite.
Woman found fatally stabbed on front lawn on Long Island
Police in Suffolk County are investigating the death of a woman found fatally stabbed outside her home in Coram.