Gilgo Beach murders: DNA from Rex Heuermann's estranged wife matches sample from victims’ remains
A DNA sample taken from Asa Ellerup, the estranged wife of suspected Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann, matches the DNA found on the remains of victims, a source tells FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg.
A DNA sample taken from Asa Ellerup, the estranged wife of suspected Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann, matches the DNA found on the remains of victims, a source tells FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg.
Gilgo Beach murders: Rex Heuermann's estranged wife attends his court appearance
Asa Ellerup, the estranged wife of suspected Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann, attended his court appearance for the first time. Heuermann is charged with the murders of Melissa Barthelemy, Megan Waterman and Amber Costello. He's also the prime suspect in the murder of Maureen Brainard-Barnes.
Asa Ellerup, the estranged wife of suspected Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann, attended his court appearance for the first time. Heuermann is charged with the murders of Melissa Barthelemy, Megan Waterman and Amber Costello. He's also the prime suspect in the murder of Maureen Brainard-Barnes.
Owl's well that ends well: Suffolk County nonprofit rescues owl that got stuck in car's grill
A Great Horned Owl that had gotten struck by a car and stuck in it's front grill was rescued by members of Strong Island Animal Rescue on Monday night.
A Great Horned Owl that had gotten struck by a car and stuck in it's front grill was rescued by members of Strong Island Animal Rescue on Monday night.
Ed Romaine wins Suffolk County executive race against Dave Calone
Republican Ed Romaine a longtime local politician beat Democrat Dave Calone who was hoping to bring a new set of skills to Long Island.
Republican Ed Romaine a longtime local politician beat Democrat Dave Calone who was hoping to bring a new set of skills to Long Island.
Firefighters gather at Suffolk County Fire Academy for extensive safety training
Hundreds of firefighters are spending the weekend at the Suffolk County Fire Academy in Yaphank learning lifesaving skills in honor of hero firefighter Joey DiBernardo.
Hundreds of firefighters are spending the weekend at the Suffolk County Fire Academy in Yaphank learning lifesaving skills in honor of hero firefighter Joey DiBernardo.
New York elections: Watch interviews from the candidates
Before heading to the polls, hear what our local candidates have to say about the migrant crisis, crime, taxes and more issues affecting New York City.
Before heading to the polls, hear what our local candidates have to say about the migrant crisis, crime, taxes and more issues affecting New York City.
Suffolk County Police Commissioner Rodney Harrison resigning
In Rodney Harrison's nearly two years on the job as Suffolk County Police Commissioner, he helped catch the suspect in the Gilgo Beach murder case.
In Rodney Harrison's nearly two years on the job as Suffolk County Police Commissioner, he helped catch the suspect in the Gilgo Beach murder case.
Suffolk Police interviewing new witnesses in Gilgo Beach murders case
Suffolk police are interviewing incarcerated sex workers linked to Gilgo Beach murders suspect Rex Heuermann.
Suffolk police are interviewing incarcerated sex workers linked to Gilgo Beach murders suspect Rex Heuermann.
New witnesses come forward in case against Rex Heuermann serial killer case
More witnesses came forward in the case against accused Long Island serial killer Rex Heuermann.
More witnesses came forward in the case against accused Long Island serial killer Rex Heuermann.
Attorney general investigates fatal police shooting of former elite fencer
The state attorney general's office said it had opened a probe into the killing of Alan Weber, who died after being shot at his home on Long Island by a Suffolk County police officer.
The state attorney general's office said it had opened a probe into the killing of Alan Weber, who died after being shot at his home on Long Island by a Suffolk County police officer.
Officer fatally shoots man in fencing mask who charged with swords: police
Elwood neighbors said they had called police earlier in the day when Alan Weber was running around to houses in the neighborhood, trying to open doors and take mail.
Elwood neighbors said they had called police earlier in the day when Alan Weber was running around to houses in the neighborhood, trying to open doors and take mail.
Suffolk County unites to honor Sgt. Bernard J. Sweeney Jr.'s sacrifice
Veterans, first responders, and just those who wanted to be there stood as one on the two-mile route to Calverton National Cemetery.
Veterans, first responders, and just those who wanted to be there stood as one on the two-mile route to Calverton National Cemetery.
AI transforming teaching in Long Island schools
Gina Varacci and some other educators have already accepted the fact that AI will be part of students’ lives.
Gina Varacci and some other educators have already accepted the fact that AI will be part of students’ lives.
Fire Island communities hope feds can help shore up shrinking beaches
Last week’s storm that slammed the shore caused enormous erosion. "If we don’t save Fire Island now, it’ll be a huge problem," Brookhaven's town supervisor warned.
Last week’s storm that slammed the shore caused enormous erosion. "If we don’t save Fire Island now, it’ll be a huge problem," Brookhaven's town supervisor warned.
Teen forced out of house by dad is kidnapped, forced into sex slavery: prosecutor
An 18-year-old New York City woman has been rescued from an alleged sex trafficker who met her online, drove her 70 miles from home and forced her into sex slavery for months, according to prosecutors.
An 18-year-old New York City woman has been rescued from an alleged sex trafficker who met her online, drove her 70 miles from home and forced her into sex slavery for months, according to prosecutors.
3 accused of directing slurs towards kids at Riverhead High School football game
The 85-year-old great-grandfather of the alleged victims tells FOX 5 NY how distressing it is to see things like this still happening.
The 85-year-old great-grandfather of the alleged victims tells FOX 5 NY how distressing it is to see things like this still happening.
Gold Ribbon Riders raise over $125K for pediatric cancer research
September is national childhood cancer awareness month. To date, Gold Ribbon Riders has raised over $2.5M to fund pediatric cancer research.
September is national childhood cancer awareness month. To date, Gold Ribbon Riders has raised over $2.5M to fund pediatric cancer research.
Twin-sanity: 11 sets of twins make history for their high school
According to district, the twins make up 10% of the graduating class.
According to district, the twins make up 10% of the graduating class.
Long Island man gives gift of life to fellow lifeguard
For seven summers, Joe Curry has watched over the lives of others. But recently, the 24-year-old lifeguard was the one who needed saving.
For seven summers, Joe Curry has watched over the lives of others. But recently, the 24-year-old lifeguard was the one who needed saving.
Long Island couple killed after boat hits larger vessel in Great South Bay
Both vessels were impounded for safety checks as police investigated the crash north of Ocean Bay Park on Fire Island.
Both vessels were impounded for safety checks as police investigated the crash north of Ocean Bay Park on Fire Island.