GPS-confused driver ends up on LIRR tracks
Surveillance video from Precise Detailing in Mineola, Long Island, shows a car turn directly onto the Long Island Rail Road tracks at the Willis Avenue crossing. The driver, who managed to get out the car before it was struck by an oncoming train, got confused by GPS directions.
Surveillance video from Precise Detailing in Mineola, Long Island, shows a car turn directly onto the Long Island Rail Road tracks at the Willis Avenue crossing. The driver, who managed to get out the car before it was struck by an oncoming train, got confused by GPS directions.
Teens seek election to school boards on Long Island
Gabrielle Anzalone is set to graduate from Lindenhurst High School next month. But before she does, she will appear on the election ballot for the local school board.
Gabrielle Anzalone is set to graduate from Lindenhurst High School next month. But before she does, she will appear on the election ballot for the local school board.
Cuomo, district attorneys show unity in Schneiderman probe
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Manhattan District Attorney Cy Vance Jr. are showing some unity after the two traded pointed statements over who should investigate former Attorney General Eric Schneiderman, who abruptly resigned in the wake of abuse allegations.
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Manhattan District Attorney Cy Vance Jr. are showing some unity after the two traded pointed statements over who should investigate former Attorney General Eric Schneiderman, who abruptly resigned in the wake of abuse allegations.
SUV crushed in collision with school bus
The driver of an SUV was killed when she crashed into the school bus on Long Island Thursday morning.
The driver of an SUV was killed when she crashed into the school bus on Long Island Thursday morning.
FEC approves candidate's use of campaign funds for childcare
The Federal Election Commission announced Thursday that NY congressional candidate Liuba Grechen Shirley could use campaign funds to pay for childcare.
The Federal Election Commission announced Thursday that NY congressional candidate Liuba Grechen Shirley could use campaign funds to pay for childcare.
Long Island office 'requires' workers to play with puppies
A "ruff" day has a different meaning SUNation Solar Systems in Ronkonkoma, Long Island.
A "ruff" day has a different meaning SUNation Solar Systems in Ronkonkoma, Long Island.
Cuomo: Special prosecutor must probe Schneiderman
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Tuesday evening called on Nassau County District Attorney Madeline Singas—not Manhattan District Attorney Cy Vance Jr.—to investigate assault allegations against former Attorney General Eric Schneiderman.
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Tuesday evening called on Nassau County District Attorney Madeline Singas—not Manhattan District Attorney Cy Vance Jr.—to investigate assault allegations against former Attorney General Eric Schneiderman.
Painting and gardening program for incarcerated women
For half a dozen women, a day in the garden means time outside of their jail cell.
For half a dozen women, a day in the garden means time outside of their jail cell.
Creative Adelphi student designs major around puppets
Sebastiano Ricci plans to pursue a profession as a puppeteer. So when the sophomore learned Adelphi University in Garden City, Long Island, didn't have puppetry classes, Ricci decided to take education matters into his own hands by making a major out of Muppets.
Sebastiano Ricci plans to pursue a profession as a puppeteer. So when the sophomore learned Adelphi University in Garden City, Long Island, didn't have puppetry classes, Ricci decided to take education matters into his own hands by making a major out of Muppets.
NY needs cash to fight tick-borne diseases, Schumer says
Sen. Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., is calling on the Centers for Disease Control to unlock a pot of $900 million in additional funding to fend off ticks this summer. He said that Long Island is eligible for and deserves that money.
Sen. Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., is calling on the Centers for Disease Control to unlock a pot of $900 million in additional funding to fend off ticks this summer. He said that Long Island is eligible for and deserves that money.
Star lacrosse player hopes indoor league grows
Tight quarters, high speed, hard hitting—that describes indoor, or box, lacrosse. The National Lacrosse League has nine teams in the United States and Canada and plays from December through May.
Tight quarters, high speed, hard hitting—that describes indoor, or box, lacrosse. The National Lacrosse League has nine teams in the United States and Canada and plays from December through May.
Navy recalls NY GOP senator; won't seek re-election
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — A fourth Republican announced Wednesday that he won't seek re-election to the New York state Senate this November in another blow to the party's efforts to retain control of its last bastion in state government.
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — A fourth Republican announced Wednesday that he won't seek re-election to the New York state Senate this November in another blow to the party's efforts to retain control of its last bastion in state government.
Massive development planned for former toxic site on Long Island
Residents of Syosset, Long Island, packed a public hearing on Tuesday. Most of them oppose a proposed mega-development called Syosset Park.
Residents of Syosset, Long Island, packed a public hearing on Tuesday. Most of them oppose a proposed mega-development called Syosset Park.
Dogs and cats at Long Island shelter need forever homes
Juicy the Yorkie, Lola the pit mix, and Boris the cat are just three prospective pets that Little Shelter Animal Rescue in Huntington, Long Island, shamelessly showcased on National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day.
Juicy the Yorkie, Lola the pit mix, and Boris the cat are just three prospective pets that Little Shelter Animal Rescue in Huntington, Long Island, shamelessly showcased on National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day.
With courage and support, retired cop faces deadliest foe
Retired NYPD Police Officer Scott Blackshaw spent 20 years on the force and more than 100 hours working the Ground Zero pile after September 11.
Retired NYPD Police Officer Scott Blackshaw spent 20 years on the force and more than 100 hours working the Ground Zero pile after September 11.
SCPD: Long Island boy, 11, threatened school shooting
LAKE RONKONKOMA, N.Y. (AP) -- Police say an 11-year-old New York boy was arrested after he told schoolmates he had a bomb and a gun in his backpack and was planning a school shooting.
LAKE RONKONKOMA, N.Y. (AP) -- Police say an 11-year-old New York boy was arrested after he told schoolmates he had a bomb and a gun in his backpack and was planning a school shooting.
Long Island man indicted in crash that killed 5 people
Jamel Turner rolled his eyes inside the courtroom as he listened to the upgraded charges against him. He now faces a 40-plus count indictment.
Jamel Turner rolled his eyes inside the courtroom as he listened to the upgraded charges against him. He now faces a 40-plus count indictment.
Group pairs and trains guide dogs and clients
Matt Sherwood led a very active life. The 34-year-old played Division I football in college. But unfortunately, a combination of concussions and eye disease caused him to lose his vision 10 years ago. Everyday tasks have been challenging but life just got a whole lot easier.
Matt Sherwood led a very active life. The 34-year-old played Division I football in college. But unfortunately, a combination of concussions and eye disease caused him to lose his vision 10 years ago. Everyday tasks have been challenging but life just got a whole lot easier.
Cold, snowy spring means fewer mosquitoes
The late start to spring has many people itching to get out of the house. But the good is that the itch from mosquito bites may be felt less this year because of the colder weather, according to experts.
The late start to spring has many people itching to get out of the house. But the good is that the itch from mosquito bites may be felt less this year because of the colder weather, according to experts.
Georgina Bloomberg preps for prestigious show jumping event on Long Island
The Longines Masters, the elite international show jumping competition, makes in New York debut at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, April 26–29.
The Longines Masters, the elite international show jumping competition, makes in New York debut at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, April 26–29.