Rapper Nicki Minaj's father killed in hit-and-run

The 64-year-old father of rapper Nicki Minaj has died after being struck by a hit-and-run driver in New York, police said.

Long Island frontline workers renew their wedding vows

Long Island couples on the front lines of the COVID pandemic reaffirmed their love after an especially trying year on the job.

Rail plan would put 16-mile tunnel under Long Island Sound

President Joe Biden’s promise to improve the nation’s infrastructure has renewed interest in the decades-old idea of a high-speed railroad connecting New York and Boston, possibly through a 16-mile tunnel under Long Island Sound.

As statewide COVID numbers drop, positivity rates on LI remain high

New York State is reporting its lowest COVID positivity and hospitalization rates in months, but the numbers are still high on Long Island.

Nassau lawmaker wants residents to know about dangerous dogs

Similar to a sex offender registry, a pet owner would have to mail a letter to all property owners within 1,000 feet of the home notifying them that the owner's dog has been deemed dangerous.

Could a common heartburn medication help fight COVID-19?

Researchers on Long Island are studying whether the heartburn medication Pepcid could be used as a treatment for COVID-19.

Man arrested for impersonating cop and abducting Long Island girl

Suffolk County Police are searching for a man who impersonated a police officer and kidnapped a girl who was later able to figh him off and run away.

Major winter storm slams area; more than a foot in NYC

A major winter storm was makings its way out of the New York City region Tuesday as a wintry mix persisted in some parts.

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Officials on Long Island asked residents to stay home and off the roads so the plows can do their job and safely pass.

Long Island man arrested in connection to Capitol riot

Authorities say Justin McAuliffe, 39, of Bellmore was identified thanks to multiple pictures he posted to social media of his involvement in the riot.

Long Island schools and athletes prepare to resume sports

Schools can resume youth sports in February. Nassau and Suffolk have announced their pandemic protocols.

LIPA CEO: PSEG Long Island knew it wasn't ready for Isaias

LIPA is looking to gain direct access to PSEG's information systems and records to be able to "trust but verify" performance. LIPA could also require PSEG to sub-contract inadequate services to another qualified provider.