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.
Video of fatal confrontation between Evelyn Rodriguez and SUV driver shown in court
A cameraman from News 12 testified in court about the video he captured that showed a confrontation between AnnMarie Drago and Evelyn Rodriguez.
Trial begins in death of anti-gang activist Evelyn Rodriguez
Opposing narratives were outlined in court on Thursday as the trial of Ann Marie Drago got underway. Drago, a nurse and mother of two, is accused of running over and killing anti-gang activist Evelyn Rodriguez.
Suffolk County considers creating government watchdog
The Suffolk County Legislature met on Wednesday to reintroduce a bill that would create an Office of Inspector General for the county.
Teacher writes kids' book inspired by her own tech distractions
A Long Island teacher has written a book with the goal of fostering a conversation between kids and their caregivers about boundaries with tech use in the home.
Stony Brook lacrosse goalie makes saves off of the field
The college lacrosse player has been a volunteer firefighter since he was a pre-teen.
Long Island students help disabled classmate compete with robotics team
Alex Grundmann loves legos and robotics so it only made sense for him to join the middle school robotics club when he entered sixth grade.
Parasite may have killed Peconic Bay scallops, lab says
The Marine Animal Disease Laboratory spent over 200 hours testing 32 samples of scallops from the Peconic Bay.
Long Island woman is hopeful she will find a kidney donor
A Long Island woman has faced serious medical issues for 15 years. Her latest challenge is kidney failure.
Soldier home early from deployment surprises daughter on Valentine's Day
Fifth-grader Alexus London got an amazing surprise at school on Valentine's Day.
Teen with autism who had been reported missing on Long Island is found unharmed
Will Mikulas-Mesco, who was reported missing, has been located unharmed.
App helps people with special needs make new friends
Making Authentic Friendships is an app that helps people with special needs find new friends.
Long Island cheer squad wins a national title
A cheerleading team from Suffolk County won a national title.