Long Island officials call for federal help to fight beach erosion

Officials are working to try and protect Long Island's beaches from erosion as yet another storm prepares to hit the area this weekend.

Freak accident kills Long Island worker fixing septic system

A man died after he was buried alive while working on a septic system on Long Island, New York, on Monday, according to police.

Our Lady of Mercy Academy on Long Island to close in June

Our Lady of Mercy Academy in Syosset, which has been educating girls since 1928, announced Tuesday that it was permanently closing at the end of the school year.

Snow removal businesses ready for winter blast

With snow on the way, many contractors and landscapers are ready to get back into action this weekend removing snow.

Whooping cough cases spike on Long Island

A spike in whooping cough cases has led health officials in Suffolk County, Long Island, to issue an alert.

Dog found stabbed 17 times on Long Island

A male dog named Cornell was found stabbed 17 times in Freeport, Long Island – and officials announced a $5,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in the case.

Long Island family's emotional support dog Vinny found

An emotional support dog that went missing last week has been reunited with his family in Glen Cove.

'Toys of Hope' delivers holiday cheer to Long Island kids

Every year "Toys of Hope" gives away presents to struggling families, but this year, the need is greater than ever.

Thomas Bernagozzi: Bay Shore retired teacher accused of sexually abusing students dating back to '80s

Authorities said the students were enrolled at Gardiner Manor Elementary School and Mary G. Clarkson Elementary School at the time of the reported abuse. Thomas Bernagozzi, of Babylon, will be arraigned at First District Court in Central Islip.

Sunrise Highway scuffle: Brawl after LI crash
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Five people were caught on camera swinging fists -- and what appear to be pipes after a crash left a vehicle on its side on Long Island's Sunrise Highway.