Pandemic uproots business for Long Island greenhouse

Bob Van Bourgondien said business at his wholesale greenhouse should be booming but like so many other industries, they, too, have been uprooted.

New York beaches to open for Memorial Day weekend

Cuomo says beaches and lakeshores will be allowed to open, with certain restrictions, on Friday, May 22.

Amid canceled ceremonies, Marine officer commissioned from family's backyard

Skyler Grathwohl has achieved the first part of her dream by becoming an officer in the U.S. Marine Corps. She was sworn in as a second lieutenant in her family's backyard.

MacArthur Airport installs sanitizing units to help fight virus

Air from around the unit goes through a catalytic converter process using a UV light. The system converts oxygen and moisture into a safe amount of hydrogen peroxide, which is then released into the air to reduce pathogens by over 99%.

Long Island fishing industry takes a hit during pandemic

The majority of commercial fishermen on Long Island's East End are reeling from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Fleet of World War II planes skywrite message of hope over NYC

Six World War II planes flew over the New York City region Tuesday and created giant messages in the sky of thanks and hope for first responders, essential workers and everyone impacted by COVID-19.

Walk-thru scanner could help screen people for illnesses

Sensors use ultrasound to calculate a person's height to properly calibrate the scanner. Similar to a security checkpoint at the airport, someone will man the medical gateway that could potentially scan up to 1,000 people an hour.

New York boy, 4, contracts coronavirus after being diagnosed with inoperable brain tumor

Matteo Ferruzzi, 4, tested positive for COVID-19, complicating the start of at least a year’s worth of chemotherapy treatment on an inoperable malignant brain tumor.

Cuomo: Virus is 'effective killer'; 799 more deaths in NY

The governor said that his administration is asking funeral directors from outside the region to come help deal with the number of people who have died in this public health crisis.

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.

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.

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.

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 woman found guilty in grieving mother's death

A nurse and mother from Long Island woman was found guilty on three counts in the homicide of an anti-gang activist's death.

Suffolk DA calls for grand jury in death of boy forced to sleep in garage

Suffolk County District Attorney Timothy Sini said a grand jury will issue a special report on the circumstances of Thomas Valva's death.

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.

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.