New York State Police turns 100

The New York State Police is celebrating 100 years.

Aging Amtrak infrastructure affects all rail service

Amtrak says it is committed to improving conditions at Penn Station New York following two recent derailments. About half a million people use Penn Station every day. Many riders want to know why this seems to be happening more and more often.

Dowling College sale approved for $26.5M

A judge has approved the sale of Dowling College's Oakdale campus on Long Island for $26.5 million. The sale to Princeton Education Center LLC was approved by a bankruptcy judge on Monday.

Cops: Man broke into Long Island church 4 times

Police arrested a man suspected of burglarizing a Long Island church four times during the past three weeks.

2 bodies found in burning car at Long Island mall

Authorities on Long Island say they've launched a homicide investigation after two bodies were found inside a burning car in a mall parking lot.

Comedian Zhou Libo faces gun, crack charges on Long Island

MINEOLA, N.Y. (AP) — A popular Chinese comedian and former judge on the "China's Got Talent" television program is facing weapon and drug charges on Long Island in New York.

3D-printed 'fin' helps amputees swim

For the first time in a long time Dan Lasko, a former Marine who lost his left leg below the knee in Afghanistan, can dive back into his love of swimming.

Modified rail service continues after Penn Station derailment

NEW YORK (AP) — Rail officials offered no estimate Tuesday for when full service would be restored at Penn Station a day after a second derailment in less than two weeks wreaked havoc for hundreds of thousands of commuters and long-distance travelers up and down the Eastern Seaboard.

Massive Heroin Bust on Long Island
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?These individuals turned Route 110 into their personal heroin highway,? said Nassau District Attorney Madeline Singas.

Helmets now allowed in women's lacrosse but some athletes don't want them

Jessie Allendorf fell in love with lacrosse because of its fast pace. The Hofstra sophomore says wearing a helmet would slow things down. She grew up playing without one and doesn't think should she start now.

Free dog food for Long Islanders in need

If you need some help putting food in your pooch's dish, the Suffolk County SPCA on Long Island will be distributing free dog food from its Hauppauge office.

New Nassau Coliseum
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A major renovation is complete on the Long Island facility

Movement to end homework for elementary school students

There is a movement underway across the country to do away with homework for elementary school students. One such school district-- the Patchogue-Medford School District-- is asking parents to weigh in on an online survey.

John's Crazy Socks

John Cronin has turned his passion for socks into a booming business that’s off on the right foot.

John's Crazy Socks
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John Cronin has turned his passion for socks into a booming business.

Sign From Above
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Greg Kelly tells the story about number '77' and its connection to the Tunnels 2 Towers Run.

Double-amputee veteran becomes Suffolk County cop

After completing 29 weeks of rigorous training at the Suffolk County Police Academy, dozens of men and women are now officially Suffolk County police officers. Among them is Matias Ferreira, a Marine combat veteran. The 28-year-old is one of the country's first double amputees to serve as a fully active police officer.

Veteran becomes cop
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A former Marine who lost part of both legs in Afghanistan has fulfilled his dream of becoming a cop.

Repeatedly deported MS-13 gang member accused of abusing child

Police say a member of the MS-13 street gang who had been deported from the U.S. four times stabbed two women and sexually assaulted a 2-year-old girl in a New York City suburb.