Ralph Macchio surprises Long Island 'Karate Kid' who was nearly paralyzed
When he was 10, the aspiring athlete learned his spine curved outward and his spinal cord was so compressed that, without a risky surgery, he’d be guaranteed to become paralyzed.
When he was 10, the aspiring athlete learned his spine curved outward and his spinal cord was so compressed that, without a risky surgery, he’d be guaranteed to become paralyzed.
Massapequa ballplayers shine in two tournaments at once
Massapequa International’s 12U girls softball team is making history as they compete in the World Series in Greenville, North Carolina. And Massapequa Coast’s little league baseball team is a win away from a second consecutive trip to the Little League World Series.
Massapequa International’s 12U girls softball team is making history as they compete in the World Series in Greenville, North Carolina. And Massapequa Coast’s little league baseball team is a win away from a second consecutive trip to the Little League World Series.
Massapequa crash kills father, 2 kids heading out for ice cream
Police say a 60-year-old Queens man was taking his family out to celebrate a new job when a speeding car slammed into their SUV, killing him, his 13-year-old daughter and 10-year-old son.
Police say a 60-year-old Queens man was taking his family out to celebrate a new job when a speeding car slammed into their SUV, killing him, his 13-year-old daughter and 10-year-old son.
Sinkhole wake-up call: Nassau officials push for federal funding amidst infrastructure decay
Sinkholes due to aging infrastructure along the South Shore of Nassau County have officials and residents calling on the federal government for funding.
Sinkholes due to aging infrastructure along the South Shore of Nassau County have officials and residents calling on the federal government for funding.
Gilgo Beach murder victim identified nearly 30 years after she went missing
The Suffolk County crime lab linked two sets of remains known as ‘Fire Island Jane Doe’ and, 27 years later, she has now been identified as Karen Vergata.
The Suffolk County crime lab linked two sets of remains known as ‘Fire Island Jane Doe’ and, 27 years later, she has now been identified as Karen Vergata.
Spotted lanternflies could target Long Island vineyards
Vineyard owners on the east end of Long Island are gearing up to protect their grape harvest from a new threat: the spotted lanternfly.
Vineyard owners on the east end of Long Island are gearing up to protect their grape harvest from a new threat: the spotted lanternfly.
Prosecutors turn over 'enormous' amount of evidence in Gilgo Beach murders case, attorney says
Suffolk District Attorney Ray Tierney, who is prosecuting the Rex Heuermann case himself, handed over eight terabytes in hard drives, 2,500 pages of documents, photos from the scene, and DNA reports.
Suffolk District Attorney Ray Tierney, who is prosecuting the Rex Heuermann case himself, handed over eight terabytes in hard drives, 2,500 pages of documents, photos from the scene, and DNA reports.
Long Island man treads water for 5 hours, creates makeshift flag before ocean rescue
A 63-year-old man from Long Island was rescued Monday after treading water for five hours and making a makeshift flag using his shirt and a broken fishing pole to flag down rescuers.
A 63-year-old man from Long Island was rescued Monday after treading water for five hours and making a makeshift flag using his shirt and a broken fishing pole to flag down rescuers.
Rex Heuermann, Gilgo Beach murders suspect, appears in court
Rex Heuermann is charged with killing three sex workers who disappeared in 2009 and 2010. Prosecutors also say he’s also suspected in the death of a fourth woman who vanished in 2007.
Rex Heuermann is charged with killing three sex workers who disappeared in 2009 and 2010. Prosecutors also say he’s also suspected in the death of a fourth woman who vanished in 2007.
Gilgo Beach murders suspect Rex Heuermann to make second court appearance
Gilgo Beach murder suspect Rex Heuermann is expected to appear in court for the second time since his arrest.
Gilgo Beach murder suspect Rex Heuermann is expected to appear in court for the second time since his arrest.
Long Island's White House replica is home to museum, centuries-old artifacts
It’s a house on the campus of LIU that’s been retrofitted to resemble the White House. It’s said to be one of just four in the country, aside from the White House itself.
It’s a house on the campus of LIU that’s been retrofitted to resemble the White House. It’s said to be one of just four in the country, aside from the White House itself.
Long Island teens train to become the future of firefighting
Camp Fahrenheit 516 sends teens on a five-day intensive program, equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed to become the next generation of firefighters.
Camp Fahrenheit 516 sends teens on a five-day intensive program, equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed to become the next generation of firefighters.
Family of Gilgo Beach murder suspect Rex Heuermann returns to Long Island home
Rex Heuermann's wife can be seen looking through the disheveled belongings investigators left behind as her son covers his face crying.
Rex Heuermann's wife can be seen looking through the disheveled belongings investigators left behind as her son covers his face crying.
Search of Gilgo Beach murders suspect Rex Heuermann's home ends
An intense police search of the Long Island home of Rex Heuermann is now complete, authorities said Tuesday.
An intense police search of the Long Island home of Rex Heuermann is now complete, authorities said Tuesday.
Gilgo Beach murders: Rex Heuermann neighbors demand enhanced security
Homeowners around the Massapequa Park home of Rex Heuermann said their neighborhood has felt more like a movie set with cameras and crews flooding their streets.
Homeowners around the Massapequa Park home of Rex Heuermann said their neighborhood has felt more like a movie set with cameras and crews flooding their streets.
Gilgo Beach murders: Everything we know in the case against Rex Heuermann
Rex Heuermann is charged with first and second degree murder in connection with the deaths of three victims – Melissa Barthelemy, Megan Waterman and Amber Costello. He’s said to also be a prime suspect in a fourth.
Rex Heuermann is charged with first and second degree murder in connection with the deaths of three victims – Melissa Barthelemy, Megan Waterman and Amber Costello. He’s said to also be a prime suspect in a fourth.
Police digging in backyard of Gilgo Beach murders suspect
Officials clarified that what some originally thought was a soundproof room is actually a walk-in vault with an iron door where Heuermann stored guns.
Officials clarified that what some originally thought was a soundproof room is actually a walk-in vault with an iron door where Heuermann stored guns.
Long Island teen starts beach concierge service
For just $40, a new business founded by a Long Island teenager will take care of everything you need on your next beach trip so you can enjoy the sun and sand.
For just $40, a new business founded by a Long Island teenager will take care of everything you need on your next beach trip so you can enjoy the sun and sand.
'I was so scared': Woman recalls unforgettable date with Rex Heuermann
Brass, a former escort who says Heuermann is now connected to at least three Gilgo Beach murders dehumanized the victims and used his large build to intimidate her.
Brass, a former escort who says Heuermann is now connected to at least three Gilgo Beach murders dehumanized the victims and used his large build to intimidate her.
Former prosecutor: Cops looking for suspected serial killer 'keepsakes'
Hofstra Law professor Fred Klein wonders if they’re searching for grim keepsakes serial killers have been known to remove from each crime scene before they dump the body.
Hofstra Law professor Fred Klein wonders if they’re searching for grim keepsakes serial killers have been known to remove from each crime scene before they dump the body.