At-home COVID tests flying off the shelves at pharmacies

While they're nearly impossible to find in stock, there are a number of COVID at-home tests on the market. So how do they work and what's the best option for reliable results?

Ousted Long Island Democrat slams her own party

Former Nassau County Executive Laura Curran, a Democrat, has been highly critical of her party and its progressive policies. She called the party "weak" and said President Biden has a "hard time putting a sentence together."

NJ top state to move out of during pandemic

People fled high-tax states during the pandemic according to a new survey.

NPS: Sharpshooters culling deer herd on Fire Island

Fire Island National Seashore Superintendent Alex Romero says the number of deer is detrimental to the ecosystem. So sharpshooters will cull the herd by about 30 to 60 deer.

Winter storm bears down on southern NJ

A winter storm is expected to bring significant snowfall to some parts of our area Monday

911 calls to be released in Gilgo Beach serial killer case

The new Suffolk County Police Commissioner Rodney Harrison says he will release calls related to the Gilgo Beach homicides, as long as they don't hinder the ongoing investigation.

New Suffolk County Police Commissioner vows to solve Gilgo Beach murders

Incoming Suffolk County Police Commissioner Rodney Harrison is pledging to bring a fresh set of eyes to the infamous Gilgo Beach serial killer case and bring those accountable to justice.

Miles-long line for COVID test kits on Long Island

A line wrapped around for miles as people patiently waited inside their cars to get up to three free COVID test kits in Nassau County. Long Island has been hit hard by this latest surge of coronavirus cases fueled by the omicron variant.

Drugmaker Teva helped fuel opioid crisis, jury rules

A jury has held Teva Pharmaceuticals responsible for contributing to the opioid crisis by delivering a verdict in a sweeping lawsuit filed by New York state. Teva says it strongly disagrees with the verdict and plans to appeal.

Strangers come together to help Long Island charity spread toys, holiday cheer

After a crash that destroyed the van the charity 'Toys of Hope' uses to spread cheer during the holiday season, the organization has seen an outpouring of support which means families could get items they need this holiday season.

13 COVID surge testing sites open in New York

New York officials announced the opening of 13 more COVID testing sites to help counter the long lines.

VIDEO: Man steals small dog from outside shop

Nassau County cops are looking for information about the Grinch who dognapped a Pomeranian mix from outside a bodega on Christmas Eve.

Paws of War training dogs for veterans and first responders

Paws of War plans to train three rescued pups to become either service or companion dogs. The goal is to place each one of them with a veteran or first responder in need of special assistance.

1st person in US to get COVID-19 shot now a vaccine activist

The first person in the U.S. to get a COVID-19 vaccine, New York nurse Sandra Lindsay, has since become a prominent face in the vaccination campaign.

Teen charged in crash that killed Suffolk County man in front of apartment

Police say 67-year-old Islip resident Luis Trujillo was killed Saturday afternoon when a 2004 Honda Pilot left the roadway and struck him and a woman.

Suspect arrested after Christmas Day double shooting inside Long Island home

Officials say they arrested a 29-year-old man in New Jersey in connection to the shooting of a 64-year-old woman and a 65-year-old man on Christmas Day.

Long Islanders create new traditions for second COVID Christmas

Instead of gathering inside, many decided to take part in outdoor experiences to see the sights and sounds of the season.