Trump signs executive order, appoints board to mediate LIRR contract dispute

President Donald Trump on Tuesday signed an executive order to appoint an emergency board that will be tasked with mediating the ongoing Long Island Railroad contract dispute.

Deadly opioid found on Long Island for 1st time; more potent than fentanyl

A dangerous discovery was made during a narcotics raid on Long Island last month, prompting a warning from drug enforcement officials.

These are the Top 10 best colleges in New York: study

New York is known as a home of some of the nation's most prestigious universities, and a new report has organized the best of the best into a list of the state's 2026 top-rated colleges.

Luigi Mangione trial, CEO murder case latest: Everything we know

Luigi Mangione, the man accused of gunning down UnitedHealthcare’s CEO Brian Thompson in an assassination-style ambush in Midtown Manhattan on Dec. 4, 2024, is awaiting trial on his state and federal murder charges.

Sen. Van Hollen endorses Mamdani, criticizes other Dems for failing to do so

Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Maryland) endorsed Zohran Mamdani for mayor of New York City at a Democratic fundraiser in Iowa over the weekend.

Group sought for brutal attack, robbery outside NYC bar: police

The NYPD are asking for the public's help to identify four suspects wanted in connection to a violent robbery last month.

Ryder Cup comes to Long Island: Locals cashing in on rentals

With many hotels booked, some are charging thousands of dollars a night to rent homes, while others are just offering a spot on their driveway.

16-year-old girl killed, in Queens hit-and-run; suspect arrested

A tragic incident unfolded early Saturday morning when a vehicle struck two pedestrians on Roosevelt Avenue and drove away from the scene, killing a 16-year-old girl.

Bellerose holds vigil for Queens couple killed, burned to death as new details emerge

Authorities allege that after the murders, McGriff went on a shopping spree at Macy’s in Herald Square, spending about $800 on the victims’ credit cards, using his own rewards account number to collect points, all caught on camera.

Adams admin community advocate fired after posts regarding Charlie Kirk

A community advocate who was employed in Mayor Adams' administration was fired after he posted controversial remarks regarding conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

Potential LIRR strike: MTA announces contingency plans

On Thursday, the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) announced its contingency plans for commuters ahead of a possible Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) strike.

WATCH: 9/11 remembrance ceremony, annual reading of names

Thousands will gather in NYC to remember those whose lives were lost on Sept. 11, 2001. Watch the annual reading of names live on FOX 5 NY.