Fake kidnapping scam targets Long Island parents
The scam reportedly is sent through text messages, emails, and even terrifying phone calls.
The scam reportedly is sent through text messages, emails, and even terrifying phone calls.
Small plane crashes in East Hampton, Long Island, killing pilot
Authorities say the plane, a single-engine Seamax M-22 crashed at the edge of Three Mile Harbor.
Authorities say the plane, a single-engine Seamax M-22 crashed at the edge of Three Mile Harbor.
FDNY EMS Lt. Alison Russo-Elling remembered at emotional funeral service
Mourners came to the Tilles Center on Long Island for a solemn service honoring FDNY EMS Lieutenant Alison Russo, who was stabbed to death last week. "That man murdered my daughter and she would be the first to come to his aid if he ever needed help," said Frank Fuoco, her father.
Mourners came to the Tilles Center on Long Island for a solemn service honoring FDNY EMS Lieutenant Alison Russo, who was stabbed to death last week. "That man murdered my daughter and she would be the first to come to his aid if he ever needed help," said Frank Fuoco, her father.
Funeral for FDNY EMS Lt. Alison Russo-Elling set for Wednesday
The funeral for FDNY EMS Lieutenant Alison Russo-Elling, who was stabbed to death last week in an unprovoked attack, is expected to draw hundreds of mourners.
The funeral for FDNY EMS Lieutenant Alison Russo-Elling, who was stabbed to death last week in an unprovoked attack, is expected to draw hundreds of mourners.
Hofstra field hockey revels in Hail Mary victory
The Hofstra Pride field hockey team pulled off the most improbable play in all of sports.
The Hofstra Pride field hockey team pulled off the most improbable play in all of sports.
New LIRR Main Line third track completed
A new 9.8-mile LIRR track runs from Floral Park to Hicksville to increase service by 41 percent.
A new 9.8-mile LIRR track runs from Floral Park to Hicksville to increase service by 41 percent.
Massive spike in catalytic converter thefts on Long Island
Long Island is seeing a massive spike in catalytic converter thefts, with officials saying Nassau County has seen a nearly 250% increase so far this year.
Long Island is seeing a massive spike in catalytic converter thefts, with officials saying Nassau County has seen a nearly 250% increase so far this year.
Team USA will play to win at Amputee Soccer World Cup
U.S. National Amputee Soccer Team is in Istanbul, Turkey, right now to compete in the Amputee Soccer World Cup. Before they left, some players told FOX 5 NY what this means to them.
U.S. National Amputee Soccer Team is in Istanbul, Turkey, right now to compete in the Amputee Soccer World Cup. Before they left, some players told FOX 5 NY what this means to them.
Murder trial begins of ex-cop accused of forcing son to sleep in unheated garage
Thomas Valva was only 8 years old when he was made to sleep inside an unheated garage and froze to death. His father, a former NYPD cop, is now on trial for the boy's murder.
Thomas Valva was only 8 years old when he was made to sleep inside an unheated garage and froze to death. His father, a former NYPD cop, is now on trial for the boy's murder.
Baby giraffe draws crowds of visitors on Long Island
The news of the newest member of the White Post Farms family — a baby giraffe named Savanna — is drawing crowds of animal lovers willing to wait on lines that stretch around the building.
The news of the newest member of the White Post Farms family — a baby giraffe named Savanna — is drawing crowds of animal lovers willing to wait on lines that stretch around the building.
Spike in respiratory illnesses sending kids to hospitals
With everyone back to school, more people heading back to the office, and COVID protocols being lifted, it seems like more people, especially kids, are getting sick.
With everyone back to school, more people heading back to the office, and COVID protocols being lifted, it seems like more people, especially kids, are getting sick.
NWS: EF-0 tornado struck Suffolk County
The National Weather Service has confirmed that an EF-0 tornado struck Suffolk County during a stormy Sunday night.
The National Weather Service has confirmed that an EF-0 tornado struck Suffolk County during a stormy Sunday night.
Long Island academy training the next generation of teachers
Some high school students on Long Island are starting their college education early thanks to a unique program that's meant to help aspiring teachers.
Some high school students on Long Island are starting their college education early thanks to a unique program that's meant to help aspiring teachers.
Suffolk County services crippled by cyber attack
A cyber-attack has targeted the computer systems of several departments in Suffolk County, shutting down many government services.
A cyber-attack has targeted the computer systems of several departments in Suffolk County, shutting down many government services.
Hurricane Fiona strengthens into Cat. 4 storm, could affect NY beaches
Hurricane Iona could cause dangerous conditions on New York beaches.
Hurricane Iona could cause dangerous conditions on New York beaches.
Virtual hospital visits are the 'now of medicine'
Video consultations connect patients with medical specialists as a way to quickly receive care. This technological protocol isn't the "future of medicine" — it is here right now.
Video consultations connect patients with medical specialists as a way to quickly receive care. This technological protocol isn't the "future of medicine" — it is here right now.
New Yorkers step up to help Puerto Rico after Hurricane Fiona
Volunteers with Jibaritos with Troops, a grassroots organization on Long Island, are working to collect and ship supplies to people in Puerto Rico who are dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Fiona.
Volunteers with Jibaritos with Troops, a grassroots organization on Long Island, are working to collect and ship supplies to people in Puerto Rico who are dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Fiona.
Missing cow on Long Island gets wanted posters
A cow has been on the run for weeks in Suffolk County after escaping a farm.
A cow has been on the run for weeks in Suffolk County after escaping a farm.
Long Island leaders call for support after fatal McDonald's shooting
Community leaders in Hempstead are asking for support from Nassau County to keep the areas surrounding their schools safe after a deadly shooting at a McDonald's on Wednesday.
Community leaders in Hempstead are asking for support from Nassau County to keep the areas surrounding their schools safe after a deadly shooting at a McDonald's on Wednesday.
Teen killed outside Long Island McDonald's
Nassau County Police are investigating the killing of a teenager outside a McDonald's in Hempstead.
Nassau County Police are investigating the killing of a teenager outside a McDonald's in Hempstead.