EXCLUSIVE | 'Long Island Wise Guy' reveals secret identity — kind of
He’s one of Long Island’s biggest social media sensations—known as the Long Island Wise Guy—but his identity has remained a secret… until now.
He’s one of Long Island’s biggest social media sensations—known as the Long Island Wise Guy—but his identity has remained a secret… until now.
Long Island first responders prep for major hurricane with Fire Island emergency drill
What would happen if a Cat 4 hurricane hit Fire Island? That's the scenario first responders trained for during a major emergency response drill on Thursday.
What would happen if a Cat 4 hurricane hit Fire Island? That's the scenario first responders trained for during a major emergency response drill on Thursday.
Suffolk DA announces takedown of 'Mak Balla Family,' '9-Trey Bloods' gangs on Long Island
Two major gang indictments in Suffolk County charge 28 alleged gang members in shootings, robberies, and drug sales tied to across Long Island.
Two major gang indictments in Suffolk County charge 28 alleged gang members in shootings, robberies, and drug sales tied to across Long Island.
Petros Krommidas missing: Police search for Nassau County legislature candidate
Police on Long Island are asking for the public's help finding Petros Krommidas, a Democratic candidate for the Nassau County legislature who's been missing for nearly a week.
Police on Long Island are asking for the public's help finding Petros Krommidas, a Democratic candidate for the Nassau County legislature who's been missing for nearly a week.
Long Island teen’s AI food app rakes in millions, X post goes viral after Ivy League snubs
Long Island teen Zach Yadegari’s AI food app is earning millions, but Ivy League schools rejected him — sparking a viral debate over entrepreneurship and college admissions.
Long Island teen Zach Yadegari’s AI food app is earning millions, but Ivy League schools rejected him — sparking a viral debate over entrepreneurship and college admissions.
Ex-US Rep. George Santos sentenced to 7+ years behind bars
Disgraced former U.S. Representative George Santos was sentenced to 87 months in federal prison on Friday in a federal court proceeding.
Disgraced former U.S. Representative George Santos was sentenced to 87 months in federal prison on Friday in a federal court proceeding.
'Peaches' identified in 1997 cold case long associated with Gilgo Beach murders
Nassau County police have identified two murder victims from a 1997 cold case long associated with the Gilgo Beach murders on Long Island.
Nassau County police have identified two murder victims from a 1997 cold case long associated with the Gilgo Beach murders on Long Island.
Trump backs Long Island school district fighting to keep ‘Chiefs’ mascot
The Massapequa School District on Long Island is at the center of a growing national controversy after President Trump voiced support for its effort to keep the “Chiefs" mascot.
The Massapequa School District on Long Island is at the center of a growing national controversy after President Trump voiced support for its effort to keep the “Chiefs" mascot.
100-year-old Long Island woman motivates with fitness, joy — and a perfect plank
At 100 years old, Long Island's Jerry Leo can still hold a 3-minute plank—and she's inspiring others at her local YMCA to stay strong, stay positive, and never stop moving.
At 100 years old, Long Island's Jerry Leo can still hold a 3-minute plank—and she's inspiring others at her local YMCA to stay strong, stay positive, and never stop moving.
Homeowners sue Long Island hospital over damage they say was caused by construction vibrations
A group of West Islip homeowners is suing Good Samaritan Hospital and its parent company, Catholic Health, claiming a nearby construction project caused severe damage to their homes.
A group of West Islip homeowners is suing Good Samaritan Hospital and its parent company, Catholic Health, claiming a nearby construction project caused severe damage to their homes.
The Great Gatsby turns 100: NY students reflect on the enduring legacy of a literary classic
It’s been 100 years since The Great Gatsby was first published, and its legacy is still deeply woven into the fabric of New York City and Long Island. From its inspiration on the Gold Coast to its lasting impact on students today, the story of Jay Gatsby continues to resonate a century later.
It’s been 100 years since The Great Gatsby was first published, and its legacy is still deeply woven into the fabric of New York City and Long Island. From its inspiration on the Gold Coast to its lasting impact on students today, the story of Jay Gatsby continues to resonate a century later.
Researchers at Long Island lab discover breakthrough that slows pancreatic cancer progression
Pancreatic cancer is predicted to become the second-deadliest form of cancer in the United States by 2030.
Pancreatic cancer is predicted to become the second-deadliest form of cancer in the United States by 2030.
15-year-old boy accused of fatally stabbing grandmother on Long Island; mother injured
A 15-year-old boy was arrested after police on Long Island said he fatally stabbed his grandmother. The boy is also accused of stabbing his mother, who was injured in the incident.
A 15-year-old boy was arrested after police on Long Island said he fatally stabbed his grandmother. The boy is also accused of stabbing his mother, who was injured in the incident.
11-year-old entrepreneur's Matzah Pizza hits Long Island pizzerias in time for Passover
As Passover approaches, one 11-year-old entrepreneur is making sure no one misses out on pizza — even without bread.
As Passover approaches, one 11-year-old entrepreneur is making sure no one misses out on pizza — even without bread.
Tariffs spark price hikes across household goods — and more pain may be coming
From groceries to everyday goods, new tariffs are already driving up costs — and the impact could hit your household soon.
From groceries to everyday goods, new tariffs are already driving up costs — and the impact could hit your household soon.
How Long Island food rescue volunteers are turning leftovers into lifesavers
A Long Island nonprofit is taking action against food insecurity and food waste—one delivery at a time.
A Long Island nonprofit is taking action against food insecurity and food waste—one delivery at a time.
Trump’s incoming auto tariffs raise concerns among US car owners
President Donald Trump is expected to announce a 25% tariff on auto imports beginning Thursday, with taxes on fully-imported cars kicking off at midnight.
President Donald Trump is expected to announce a 25% tariff on auto imports beginning Thursday, with taxes on fully-imported cars kicking off at midnight.
Founder dies in Long Island animal sanctuary fire; 100s of cats on site
A fire broke out at Happy Cat Sanctuary, which houses hundreds of cats, on Long Island, leaving the founder of the nonprofit dead.
A fire broke out at Happy Cat Sanctuary, which houses hundreds of cats, on Long Island, leaving the founder of the nonprofit dead.
Long Island town builds tunnel to save frogs and wildlife from road traffic
The town of Brookhaven is helping frogs win a real-life game of Frogger with a new, 25-foot tunnel installed under a scenic road to allow frogs, raccoons and other small animals to cross safely.
The town of Brookhaven is helping frogs win a real-life game of Frogger with a new, 25-foot tunnel installed under a scenic road to allow frogs, raccoons and other small animals to cross safely.
Why are so many cars driving into buildings on Long Island?
A surge in car-into-building crashes across Long Island has local officials and business owners raising alarms and calling for barriers like concrete posts to protect lives and businesses.
A surge in car-into-building crashes across Long Island has local officials and business owners raising alarms and calling for barriers like concrete posts to protect lives and businesses.