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Nassau police plan major crackdown on MS-13 following threats
Nassau police plan major crackdown on MS-13 following threats
This weekend Nassau police plan a major crackdown on MS-13.
This weekend Nassau police plan a major crackdown on MS-13.
Police give all-clear after MacArthur Airport bomb threat
Police give all-clear after MacArthur Airport bomb threat
Police pulled passengers from a Frontier Airlines flight at Long Island MacArthur Airport Friday due to a bomb threat.
Normal operations have resumed at MacArthur Airport this weekend following a bomb scare Friday.
Normal operations have resumed at MacArthur Airport this weekend following a bomb scare Friday.
2 Mastic men to face judge for allegedly having gun, drugs in home
2 Mastic men to face judge for allegedly having gun, drugs in home
Two Mastic men will face a judge today, accused of having illegal drugs and a loaded gun in their home.
Two Mastic men will face a judge today, accused of having illegal drugs and a loaded gun in their home.
Weekend Workout: Lower-body band moves and end-of-workout routines
Weekend Workout: Lower-body band moves and end-of-workout routines
Don't get lazy! Try some of these awesome workouts to keep that beach body all year long.
This week's workouts come from Barbara Brenseke at Train for the Game in Bellmore.
This week's workouts come from Barbara Brenseke at Train for the Game in Bellmore.
Long Beach could face 12 percent tax hike
Long Beach could face 12 percent tax hike
People living in the city of Long Beach are facing a double-digit tax hike, Newsday reports.
A proposed 12 percent tax hike in Long Beach could raise property taxes by about $60 or $70 a month, according to one official.
A proposed 12 percent tax hike in Long Beach could raise property taxes by about $60 or $70 a month, according to one official.
DA Sini: Port Jeff woman arrested after 4-year-old eats pot brownie
DA Sini: Port Jeff woman arrested after 4-year-old eats pot brownie
A Port Jefferson woman was arrested Thursday after police say an investigation led them to believe that her 4-year-old son consumed a marijuana-laden brownie.
A Port Jefferson woman was arrested Thursday after police say an investigation led them to believe that her 4-year-old son consumed a marijuana-laden brownie.
A Port Jefferson woman was arrested Thursday after police say an investigation led them to believe that her 4-year-old son consumed a marijuana-laden brownie.
Glen Cove FD seeks volunteers amid enrollment lull
Glen Cove FD seeks volunteers amid enrollment lull
Officials at the Glen Cove Volunteer Fire Department say enrollment is at an all-time low.
Officials at the Glen Cove Volunteer Fire Department say enrollment is at an all-time low.
Officials at the Glen Cove Volunteer Fire Department say enrollment is at an all-time low.
Sen. Schumer announces plan to decriminalize marijuana
Sen. Schumer announces plan to decriminalize marijuana
The top Senate Democrat says he now supports making pot legal under federal law.
The top Senate Democrat says he now supports making pot legal under federal law.
The top Senate Democrat says he now supports making pot legal under federal law.
Students walk out to mark 19 years since Columbine shooting
Students walk out to mark 19 years since Columbine shooting
It marks the 19th anniversary of the Columbine School massacre in Littleton, Colorado.
Students across the nation and on Long Island marked the 19th anniversary of the Columbine High School massacre with a walkout.
Students across the nation and on Long Island marked the 19th anniversary of the Columbine High School massacre with a walkout.
N. Korea, setting stage for talks, halts nuclear, ICBM tests
N. Korea, setting stage for talks, halts nuclear, ICBM tests
North Korea announced Saturday it will suspend nuclear tests and intercontinental ballistic missile launches ahead of its summits with Seoul and Washington, but stopped well short of suggesting it has any intention of giving up its nuclear weapons or scale back its production of missiles and their related component parts.
North Korea announced Saturday it will suspend nuclear tests and intercontinental ballistic missile launches ahead of its summits with Seoul and Washington, but stopped well short of suggesting it has any intention of giving up its nuclear weapons or scale back its production of missiles and their related component parts.
Hampton Bays contractor accused of stealing from customers
Hampton Bays contractor accused of stealing from customers
Hampton Bays contractor steals from clients
Hampton Bays contractor steals from clients
A Hampton Bays contractor is being accused of taking money from clients for work that was never started or completed.
A Hampton Bays contractor is being accused of taking money from clients for work that was never started or completed.
What's Going On: April 21-22
What's Going On: April 21-22
What's Going On
Here are some fun things going on around Long Island this weekend.
Here are some fun things going on around Long Island this weekend.
Police search for armed robber who held-up East Patchogue 7-Eleven
Police search for armed robber who held-up East Patchogue 7-Eleven
The search is on for an armed robber who held-up an East Patchogue convenience store.
The search is on for an armed robber who held-up an East Patchogue convenience store.
Poll: End Plastic Pollution
Poll: End Plastic Pollution
Tomorrow is Earth Day! Did you know that this year's Earth Day theme is 'End Plastic Pollution?'
Tomorrow is Earth Day! Did you know that this year's Earth Day theme is 'End Plastic Pollution?'
Tomorrow is Earth Day! Did you know that this year's Earth Day theme is 'End Plastic Pollution?'
East Hampton grounds flights for Blade app
East Hampton grounds flights for Blade app
The Town of East Hampton has blocked the app-based helicopter service Blade just head of the busy summer season.
The Town of East Hampton has blocked the app-based helicopter service Blade just head of the busy summer season.
The Town of East Hampton has blocked the app-based helicopter service Blade just head of the busy summer season.
Business Briefs: Facebook, Kardashians, Taylor Swift
Business Briefs: Facebook, Kardashians, Taylor Swift
Another update in the ongoing Facebook data scandal - an auditing firm looked over Facebook’s privacy practices last year and determined that everything looked OK.
Another update in the ongoing Facebook data scandal - an auditing firm looked over Facebook’s privacy practices last year and determined that everything looked OK.
Gov. Cuomo’s tip elimination plan draws critics, supporters to hearing
Gov. Cuomo’s tip elimination plan draws critics, supporters to hearing
Supporters and critics of Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s proposal to eliminate tip credits flocked to Farmingdale State College Friday for the first of seven public hearings on the issue.
The first of seven public hearings is being held Friday by the state Department of Labor to discuss Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s proposal to eliminate tip credits.
The first of seven public hearings is being held Friday by the state Department of Labor to discuss Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s proposal to eliminate tip credits.
$75K offered for information on MS-13 threat against police
$75K offered for information on MS-13 threat against police
Authorities in Nassau and Suffolk are offering a $75,000 reward for information leading to an arrest after police say they received a credible threat against officers by MS-13.
Authorities in Nassau and Suffolk are offering a $75,000 reward for information leading to an arrest after police say they received a credible threat against officers by MS-13.
Authorities in Nassau and Suffolk are offering a $75,000 reward for information leading to an arrest after police say they received a credible threat against officers by MS-13.
Dog Day Fridays for April 20
Dog Day Fridays for April 20
Lizzy is a Retriever, Shepherd mix. She is only 2 years old and has all the makings of a great family dog. She appears to be good with children and other dogs.
Pet Peeves, an organization that donates and helps support shelters, and Last Hope Animal Rescue visited the News 12 Long Island studios with three adorable dogs this week.
Pet Peeves, an organization that donates and helps support shelters, and Last Hope Animal Rescue visited the News 12 Long Island studios with three adorable dogs this week.
Teen rescued from burning SUV, charged with DWI
Teen rescued from burning SUV, charged with DWI
Police say Mercedes Ramos was driving drunk when she crashed into the back of a Mack truck on Sunrise Highway near Exit 53 this morning.
Police say Mercedes Ramos was driving drunk when she crashed into the back of a Mack truck on Sunrise Highway near Exit 53 this morning.
Police say Mercedes Ramos was driving drunk when she crashed into the back of a Mack truck on Sunrise Highway near Exit 53 this morning.
Police say Mercedes Ramos was driving drunk when she crashed into the back of a Mack truck on Sunrise Highway near Exit 53 this morning.
Rockville Centre native Amy Schumer talks about latest film 'I Feel Pretty'
Rockville Centre native Amy Schumer talks about latest film 'I Feel Pretty'
News 12 Long Island's Elisa DiStefano sat down with Rockville Centre native Amy Schumer and actor Rory Scovel to talk about "I Feel Pretty."
News 12 Long Island's Elisa DiStefano sat down with Rockville Centre native Amy Schumer and actor Rory Scovel to talk about "I Feel Pretty."
News 12 Long Island's Elisa DiStefano sat down with Rockville Centre native Amy Schumer and actor Rory Scovel to talk about "I Feel Pretty."
Police: Woodmere man charged in road rage incident
Police: Woodmere man charged in road rage incident
In video, you can see a man taking a wooden bat to another car on the New York State Thruway in the Town of Ramapo.
In video, you can see a man taking a wooden bat to another car on the New York State Thruway in the Town of Ramapo.
In video, you can see a man taking a wooden bat to another car on the New York State Thruway in the Town of Ramapo.
In video, you can see a man taking a wooden bat to another car on the New York State Thruway in the Town of Ramapo.Police: 3 injured after car slams into Brentwood stores
Police: 3 injured after car slams into Brentwood stores
According to police, the 74-year-old was trying to back out of a parking spot when he drove forward.
According to police, the 74-year-old was trying to back out of a parking spot when he drove forward.
According to police, the 74-year-old was trying to back out of a parking spot when he drove forward.
According to police, the 74-year-old was trying to back out of a parking spot when he drove forward.
Go Green: Recycle more efficiently with 6 easy steps
Go Green: Recycle more efficiently with 6 easy steps
News 12 Long Island's Elizabeth Hashagen visited the Winters Bros. Waste Systems in West Babylon to take a look at recycling for the last segment of the 2018 Go Green series.
News 12 Long Island's Elizabeth Hashagen visited the Winters Bros. Waste Systems in West Babylon to take a look at recycling for the last segment of the 2018 Go Green series.
News 12 Long Island's Elizabeth Hashagen visited the Winters Bros. Waste Systems in West Babylon to take a look at recycling for the last segment of the 2018 Go Green series.
Go Green 2018 Quiz
Go Green 2018 Quiz
April 22 is Earth Day! Every year around the world, Earth Day organizers promote green campaigns to save the Earth.
Think you know all there is to know about the earth? As part of our Go Green Series - take our Earth Day quiz and find out!
Think you know all there is to know about the earth? As part of our Go Green Series - take our Earth Day quiz and find out!
Poll: Do you recycle?
Poll: Do you recycle?
In today's Go Green segment, News 12's Elizabeth Hashagen shows us how to recycle right! Do you recycle?
In today's Go Green segment, News 12's Elizabeth Hashagen shows us how to recycle right! Do you recycle?
In today's Go Green segment, News 12's Elizabeth Hashagen shows us how to recycle right! Do you recycle?
Photos: #LIPlanetPic
Photos: #LIPlanetPic
April 22 is Earth Day! Every year around the world, Earth Day organizers promote green campaigns to save the Earth.
April 22 is Earth Day! Every year around the world, Earth Day organizers promote green campaigns to save the Earth. News 12 Long Island wants to know what you're doing to help the planet!
April 22 is Earth Day! Every year around the world, Earth Day organizers promote green campaigns to save the Earth. News 12 Long Island wants to know what you're doing to help the planet!
Suffolk Community College students could see tuition hike
Suffolk Community College students could see tuition hike
A proposed tuition hike could result in Suffolk County Community College students paying an extra $300 next year.
A proposed tuition hike could result in Suffolk County Community College students paying an extra $300 next year.
A proposed tuition hike could result in Suffolk County Community College students paying an extra $300 next year.
East Rockaway school implements clear backpack policy
East Rockaway school implements clear backpack policy
Students at East Rockaway Junior-Senior High School will now have to use clear backpacks in school in the wake of the Parkland school massacre on Valentine’s Day.
Students at East Rockaway Junior-Senior High School will now have to use clear backpacks in school in the wake of the Parkland school massacre on Valentine’s Day.
Students at East Rockaway Junior-Senior High School will now have to use clear backpacks in school in the wake of the Parkland school massacre on Valentine’s Day.
Students at East Rockaway Junior-Senior High School will now have to use clear backpacks in school in the wake of the Parkland school massacre on Valentine’s Day.
DA Sini announces ‘largest opioid seizure in Suffolk history’
DA Sini announces ‘largest opioid seizure in Suffolk history’
U.S. DEA officials say they seized nearly 90 pounds of opioids, including fentanyl and heroin, along with $80,000 in cash Wednesday in Wyandanch.
U.S. DEA officials say they seized nearly 90 pounds of opioids, including fentanyl and heroin, along with $80,000 in cash Wednesday in Wyandanch.
U.S. DEA officials say they seized nearly 90 pounds of opioids, including fentanyl and heroin, along with $80,000 in cash Wednesday in Wyandanch.
U.S. DEA officials say they seized nearly 90 pounds of opioids, including fentanyl and heroin, along with $80,000 in cash Wednesday in Wyandanch.
Tankleff reaches settlement with Suffolk County
Tankleff reaches settlement with Suffolk County
Martin Tankleff
A Suffolk County legislative committee approved a $10 million settlement today for Martin Tankleff.
A Suffolk County legislative committee approved a $10 million settlement today for Martin Tankleff.
Former counsel: Venditto, Oyster Bay didn’t take loan advice
Former counsel: Venditto, Oyster Bay didn’t take loan advice
Jonathan Sinnreich, the former outside legal counsel for the Town of Oyster Bay, was adamant on the stand Thursday regarding his opposition to the town backing restaurateur Harendra Singh’s personal loans.
Jonathan Sinnreich, the Town of Oyster Bay’s outside counsel, is the latest witness in the federal corruption trial for former Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano, his wife Linda and former Oyster Bay Supervisor John Venditto.
Jonathan Sinnreich, the Town of Oyster Bay’s outside counsel, is the latest witness in the federal corruption trial for former Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano, his wife Linda and former Oyster Bay Supervisor John Venditto.
FDA bans bulk sale of caffeine powder
FDA bans bulk sale of caffeine powder
The Food and Drug Administration is banning the bulk sale of powdered caffeine.
The Food and Drug Administration is banning the bulk sale of powdered caffeine. Suffolk County lawmakers praised the move Thursday.
The Food and Drug Administration is banning the bulk sale of powdered caffeine. Suffolk County lawmakers praised the move Thursday.
Dishin Long Island: Yiasou Yeeros
Dishin Long Island: Yiasou Yeeros
The Plainview eatery offers Greek delicacies, including yeeros.
The Plainview eatery offers Greek delicacies, including yeeros.
Prosecutor: MS-13’s ‘Reaper’ ordered murders, directed drug operations
Prosecutor: MS-13’s ‘Reaper’ ordered murders, directed drug operations
An MS-13’s kingpin, who is said to report directly to gang leaders leaders in El Salvador, was arraigned on Long Island Thursday.
Prosecutors say Miguel Angel Corea Diaz, also known as “The Reaper,” was extradited from Maryland.
Prosecutors say Miguel Angel Corea Diaz, also known as “The Reaper,” was extradited from Maryland.
On the Spot: Earth Science Trivia
On the Spot: Earth Science Trivia
How much do you know about earth science?
How much do you know about earth science?
How much do you know about earth science?
Fire rips through businesses in Babylon Village
Fire rips through businesses in Babylon Village
In video obtained by News 12, flames can be seen shooting out of the building located at 260 East Main Street.
In video obtained by News 12, flames can be seen shooting out of the building located at 260 East Main Street.
Report: LIRR 2017 operating expenses surpassed Metro-North
Report: LIRR 2017 operating expenses surpassed Metro-North
The report says the LIRR’s operating expenses reached nearly $1.5 billion 2017.
The report says the LIRR’s operating expenses reached nearly $1.5 billion 2017.
The report says the LIRR’s operating expenses reached nearly $1.5 billion 2017.
Fire reported at Wantagh PAL building
Fire reported at Wantagh PAL building
The fire broke out around 10:30 p.m. Wednesday.
The fire broke out around 10:30 p.m. Wednesday.
The fire broke out around 10:30 p.m. Wednesday.
The fire broke out around 10:30 p.m. Wednesday.
Police: 3 men face murder charges after Valley Stream home invasion
Police: 3 men face murder charges after Valley Stream home invasion
Three men who attempted to rob a home in Valley Stream are being charged with murder in the accidental shooting a 20-year-old man, police say.
Three men who attempted to rob a home in Valley Stream are being charged with murder in the accidental shooting a 20-year-old man, police say.
Three men who attempted to rob a home in Valley Stream are being charged with murder in the accidental shooting a 20-year-old man, police say.
Go Green: Environmentally friendly work office
Go Green: Environmentally friendly work office
In the fourth installment of this year's Go Green series, News 12 Long Island's Elizabeth Hashagen visited Canon USA headquarters to check out ways to be more earth friendly at the office.
In the fourth installment of this year's Go Green series, News 12 Long Island's Elizabeth Hashagen visited Canon USA headquarters to check out ways to be more earth friendly at the office.
In the fourth installment of this year's Go Green series, News 12 Long Island's Elizabeth Hashagen visited Canon USA headquarters to check out ways to be more earth friendly at the office.
Poll: Go Green at Work
Poll: Go Green at Work
Sunday is Earth Day! Do you work in an environmentally friendly office?
Sunday is Earth Day! Do you work in an environmentally friendly office?
Sunday is Earth Day! Do you work in an environmentally friendly office?
Budget crisis looms ahead for City of Long Beach
Budget crisis looms ahead for City of Long Beach
The City of Long Beach could run out of money in just three weeks, prompting proposals for service cuts and possible layoffs.
The City of Long Beach could run out of money in just three weeks, prompting proposals for service cuts and possible layoffs.
The City of Long Beach could run out of money in just three weeks, prompting proposals for service cuts and possible layoffs.
Police: Stalker brought ammo, rifle to Hampton Bays school campus
Police: Stalker brought ammo, rifle to Hampton Bays school campus
A man accused of repeatedly stalking a female staff member at Hampton Bays High School had ammunition in his pocket and a rifle in his car on the school’s campus Tuesday, police say.
A man accused of repeatedly stalking a female staff member at Hampton Bays High School had ammunition in his pocket and a rifle in his car on the school's campus Tuesday, according to authorities.
A man accused of repeatedly stalking a female staff member at Hampton Bays High School had ammunition in his pocket and a rifle in his car on the school's campus Tuesday, according to authorities.
Navy report on radium in water irks Bethpage residents
Navy report on radium in water irks Bethpage residents
Many Bethpage residents are dismissing a new report put out by the Navy about radium found in Bethpage water supplies.
Many Bethpage residents are dismissing a new report put out by the Navy about radium found in Bethpage water supplies.
Many Bethpage residents are dismissing a new report put out by the Navy about radium found in Bethpage water supplies.
Neglected, injured dog needs help to pay for surgery
Neglected, injured dog needs help to pay for surgery
A severely injured dog that was apparently hit by a car and subsequently neglected needs help.
A severely injured dog that was apparently hit by a car and subsequently neglected needs help.
Homeowners: Flooding in Fort Salonga a problem for decades
Homeowners: Flooding in Fort Salonga a problem for decades
Some residents on the North Shore say officials are passing the buck when it comes to fixing their flood-prone streets.
Some residents on the North Shore say officials are passing the buck when it comes to fixing their flood-prone streets.
Some residents on the North Shore say officials are passing the buck when it comes to fixing their flood-prone streets.
Some residents on the North Shore say officials are passing the buck when it comes to fixing their flood-prone streets.
Complaint: Carle Place man let turtles freeze to death
Complaint: Carle Place man let turtles freeze to death
A Carle Place man appeared in court Thursday to face his second animal cruelty charge in less than a year.
A Carle Place man appeared in court Thursday to face his second animal cruelty charge in less than a year.
A Carle Place man appeared in court Thursday to face his second animal cruelty charge in less than a year.
A Carle Place man appeared in court Thursday to face his second animal cruelty charge in less than a year.
Garden City Park family puts up $20K reward in fatal hit-and-run
Garden City Park family puts up $20K reward in fatal hit-and-run
The Garden City family of a woman who was killed by a hit-and-run driver is offering $20,000 of their own money to help catch her killer.
The Garden City Park family of a woman who was killed by a hit-and-run driver is offering $20,000 of their own money to help catch her killer.
The Garden City Park family of a woman who was killed by a hit-and-run driver is offering $20,000 of their own money to help catch her killer.
US Air Force specialist surprises mom after deployment
US Air Force specialist surprises mom after deployment
Erik Benzing surprised his mother, Regina, who is a teacher at Lenox Elementary School in Baldwin.
Regina Benzing, a teacher at Lenox Elementary School in Baldwin, got the best gift a mother could want Wednesday.
Regina Benzing, a teacher at Lenox Elementary School in Baldwin, got the best gift a mother could want Wednesday.
Outside counsel warned Oyster Bay officials against backing Singh’s loans
Outside counsel warned Oyster Bay officials against backing Singh’s loans
Venditto’s attorney Marc Agnifilo will continue to question Mei about the way in which he acted to help restaurateur Harendra Singh secure loan guarantees from the Town of Oyster Bay.
Former Oyster Bay Deputy Town Attorney Fred Mei testified Wednesday that it was former Oyster Bay Town Supervisor John Venditto’s idea to use the town’s credit worthiness to back Harendra Singh’s personal loans.
Former Oyster Bay Deputy Town Attorney Fred Mei testified Wednesday that it was former Oyster Bay Town Supervisor John Venditto’s idea to use the town’s credit worthiness to back Harendra Singh’s personal loans.
Investigators look at engine wear and tear in jet tragedy
Investigators look at engine wear and tear in jet tragedy
The investigation into a deadly engine failure on a Southwest jet is focusing on whether wear and tear caused a fan blade to snap off, triggering a catastrophic chain of events that killed a passenger and broke a string of eight years without a fatal acci
The investigation into a deadly engine failure on a Southwest jet is focusing on whether wear and tear caused a fan blade to snap off, triggering a catastrophic chain of events that killed a passenger and broke a string of eight years without a fatal accident involving a U.S. airliner.
The investigation into a deadly engine failure on a Southwest jet is focusing on whether wear and tear caused a fan blade to snap off, triggering a catastrophic chain of events that killed a passenger and broke a string of eight years without a fatal accident involving a U.S. airliner.
LI school districts prepare for possible active shooter scenario with drills
LI school districts prepare for possible active shooter scenario with drills
The goal of the drills is to teach teachers and students how to react if a gunman enters their school.
The goal of the drills is to teach teachers and students how to react if a gunman enters their school.
The goal of the drills is to teach teachers and students how to react if a gunman enters their school.
Police: Cashier shot during robbery at Freeport deli
Police: Cashier shot during robbery at Freeport deli
According to police, the incident happened around 2:30 a.m. inside the 24-hour Family Gourmet Deli on North Main Street.
According to police, the incident happened around 2:30 a.m. inside the 24-hour Family Gourmet Deli on North Main Street.
According to police, the incident happened around 2:30 a.m. inside the 24-hour Family Gourmet Deli on North Main Street.
Starbucks to close 8,000 stores for employee bias training
Starbucks to close 8,000 stores for employee bias training
(AP Photo/Ted S. Warren, File)
The coffee chain says its stores and corporate offices will be closed for the afternoon on May 29.
The coffee chain says its stores and corporate offices will be closed for the afternoon on May 29.
Police: Driver asked teen to expose himself in Lake Grove
Police: Driver asked teen to expose himself in Lake Grove
According to detectives, the guy was driving a white box truck with a flower logo on the cab doors.
According to detectives, the guy was driving a white box truck with a flower logo on the cab doors.
According to detectives, the guy was driving a white box truck with a flower logo on the cab doors.
Go Green: 5 steps to reduce food waste
Go Green: 5 steps to reduce food waste
For today's Go Green segment, News 12 Long Island's Elizabeth Hashagen went grocery shopping!
For today's Go Green segment, News 12 Long Island's Elizabeth Hashagen went grocery shopping!
For today's Go Green segment, News 12 Long Island's Elizabeth Hashagen went grocery shopping!
Poll: National Animal Crackers Day
Poll: National Animal Crackers Day
Today is National Animal Crackers Day. Do you like animal crackers?
Today is National Animal Crackers Day. Do you like animal crackers?
Today is National Animal Crackers Day. Do you like animal crackers?
Hauppauge family wants guardrail near accident-prone fence
Hauppauge family wants guardrail near accident-prone fence
A Hauppauge man says he wants the town to do something about damage to his property caused in recent car accidents.
A Hauppauge man says he wants the town to do something about damage to his property caused in recent car accidents.
A Hauppauge man says he wants the town to do something about damage to his property caused in recent car accidents.
Former first lady Barbara Bush dies at age 92
Former first lady Barbara Bush dies at age 92
Former first lady Barbara Bush dies at age 92
Barbara Bush, the snowy-haired first lady whose plainspoken manner and utter lack of pretense made her more popular at times than her husband, President George H.W. Bush, died Tuesday.
Barbara Bush, the snowy-haired first lady whose plainspoken manner and utter lack of pretense made her more popular at times than her husband, President George H.W. Bush, died Tuesday.
Taxpayers get 1-day extension due to IRS glitch
Taxpayers get 1-day extension due to IRS glitch
The IRS is giving all taxpayers an extra day to file after its website went down on deadline day.
The IRS is giving all taxpayers an extra day to file after its website went down on deadline day.
The IRS is giving all taxpayers an extra day to file after its website went down on deadline day.
The IRS is giving all taxpayers an extra day to file after its website went down on deadline day.
Trial begins for Bethpage man in wife’s fatal stabbing
Trial begins for Bethpage man in wife’s fatal stabbing
Opening statements were heard Tuesday in the trial of a Bethpage man accused of fatally stabbing his wife and attacking his teenage daughter.
Opening statements were heard Tuesday in the trial of a Bethpage man accused of fatally stabbing his wife and attacking his teenage daughter.
Opening statements were heard Tuesday in the trial of a Bethpage man accused of fatally stabbing his wife and attacking his teenage daughter.
Opening statements were heard Tuesday in the trial of a Bethpage man accused of fatally stabbing his wife and attacking his teenage daughter.
Lightning strike survivor left stunned for 20 minutes
Lightning strike survivor left stunned for 20 minutes
Jose Campos went to work at Roman Stone in Bay Shore Monday, like he has many times in his 15 years working there -- then lightning struck him in the yard.
Jose Campos went to work at Roman Stone in Bay Shore Monday, like he has many times in his 15 years working there -- then lightning struck him in the yard.
Jose Campos went to work at Roman Stone in Bay Shore Monday, like he has many times in his 15 years working there -- then lightning struck him in the yard.
Parishioners: Riverhead construction damaging church
Parishioners: Riverhead construction damaging church
Residents say construction in downtown Riverhead is damaging a historic church.
Residents say construction in downtown Riverhead is damaging a historic church.
Residents say construction in downtown Riverhead is damaging a historic church.
Gov. Cuomo unveils plan to enhance reefs off Long Island
Gov. Cuomo unveils plan to enhance reefs off Long Island
The plan will give fishermen more places to catch fish and help increase the amount they get.
The plan will give fishermen more places to catch fish and help increase the amount they get.
The plan will give fishermen more places to catch fish and help increase the amount they get.
Trump lawyer forced to reveal another client: Sean Hannity
Trump lawyer forced to reveal another client: Sean Hannity
A legal fight over what should happen to records the FBI seized from President Donald Trump's personal attorney took a surprise twist Monday when the lawyer, Michael Cohen, was forced to reveal a secret - that he had also done legal work for Fox News host
President Donald Trump's personal attorney is set to appear in federal court to argue over evidence found during a recent FBI raid, and porn star Stormy Daniels is expected to be in attendance.
President Donald Trump's personal attorney is set to appear in federal court to argue over evidence found during a recent FBI raid, and porn star Stormy Daniels is expected to be in attendance.
Some schools look to armed guards, new technology to prevent shootings
Some schools look to armed guards, new technology to prevent shootings
Students, parents, school administrators and police continue to talk about layers of protection when it comes to emergency preparedness.
Students, parents, school administrators and police continue to talk about layers of protection when it comes to emergency preparedness.
Students, parents, school administrators and police continue to talk about layers of protection when it comes to emergency preparedness.
Tasty Tuesday: Barn Door 49 in Bay Shore
Tasty Tuesday: Barn Door 49 in Bay Shore
Barn Door 49 in Bay Shore has been majorly made over. News 12 Long Island's Elisa DiStefano got a tour with owner Gina Jaworowski and tasted the food.
Barn Door 49 in Bay Shore has been majorly made over. News 12 Long Island's Elisa DiStefano got a tour with owner Gina Jaworowski and tasted the food.
Barn Door 49 in Bay Shore has been majorly made over. News 12 Long Island's Elisa DiStefano got a tour with owner Gina Jaworowski and tasted the food.
Barn Door 49 in Bay Shore has been majorly made over. News 12 Long Island's Elisa DiStefano got a tour with owner Gina Jaworowski and tasted the food.
New LIRR president greets commuters amid morning delays
New LIRR president greets commuters amid morning delays
Smithtown resident Phillip Eng was with Nassau County Executive Laura Curran at the station.
New Long Island Rail Road President Phillip Eng greeted commuters at the Mineola train station Tuesday morning, amid a myriad of delays and cancellations caused by Amtrak switch trouble at Penn Station.
New Long Island Rail Road President Phillip Eng greeted commuters at the Mineola train station Tuesday morning, amid a myriad of delays and cancellations caused by Amtrak switch trouble at Penn Station.
Hempstead SD passes $215M budget proposal
Hempstead SD passes $215M budget proposal
The proposed budget is not expected to increase taxes for homeowners.
The proposed budget is not expected to increase taxes for homeowners.
The proposed budget is not expected to increase taxes for homeowners.
The proposed budget is not expected to increase taxes for homeowners.
Massapequa man charged in Binghamton University murder
Massapequa man charged in Binghamton University murder
A 20-year-old man from Massapequa was charged Monday night in the stabbing death of 19-year-old Joao Souza, of Westchester, inside a dorm on the campus of Binghamton University.
A 20-year-old man from Massapequa was charged Monday night in the stabbing death of 19-year-old Joao Souza, of Westchester, inside a dorm on the campus of Binghamton University.
A 20-year-old man from Massapequa was charged Monday night in the stabbing death of 19-year-old Joao Souza, of Westchester, inside a dorm on the campus of Binghamton University.
Go Green: 3 steps to a cleaner beach
Go Green: 3 steps to a cleaner beach
There will be lots of beach cleanups you can join. But News 12 Long Island's Elizabeth Hashagen has tips on three simple things you can do at the beach any time you go.
There will be lots of beach cleanups you can join. But News 12 Long Island's Elizabeth Hashagen has tips on three simple things you can do at the beach any time you go.
There will be lots of beach cleanups you can join. But News 12 Long Island's Elizabeth Hashagen has tips on three simple things you can do at the beach any time you go.
Poll: Do you pick up garbage at the beach?
Poll: Do you pick up garbage at the beach?
Today's Go Green segment brings us three steps to help clean our beaches. Do you pick up garbage at the beach?
Today's Go Green segment brings us three steps to help clean our beaches. Do you pick up garbage at the beach?
Today's Go Green segment brings us three steps to help clean our beaches. Do you pick up garbage at the beach?
Homeowner wins small claims case against PSEG
Homeowner wins small claims case against PSEG
A Baldwin woman who says her home appliances were destroyed by a power surge has won her small claims case against PSEG Long Island, and now her neighbors are looking to follow suit.
A Baldwin woman who says her home appliances were destroyed by a power surge has won her small claims case against PSEG Long Island, and now her neighbors are looking to follow suit.
A Baldwin woman who says her home appliances were destroyed by a power surge has won her small claims case against PSEG Long Island, and now her neighbors are looking to follow suit.
Immune therapy scores big win against lung cancer in study
Immune therapy scores big win against lung cancer in study
Immune therapy scores big win against lung cancer in study
New research suggests that many more lung cancer patients may benefit from treatments that boost the immune system, which have scored some of their biggest wins until now in less common cancer types.
New research suggests that many more lung cancer patients may benefit from treatments that boost the immune system, which have scored some of their biggest wins until now in less common cancer types.
Students pitch in to pack 300,000 meals for people in need
Students pitch in to pack 300,000 meals for people in need
Students in Brookville have been hard at work this week in an effort to combat hunger, one meal at time.
Students in Brookville have been hard at work this week in an effort to combat hunger, one meal at time.
Students in Brookville have been hard at work this week in an effort to combat hunger, one meal at time.
Students in Brookville have been hard at work this week in an effort to combat hunger, one meal at time.
LI couple who faced heartbreak of stillbirth strives to help others cope
LI couple who faced heartbreak of stillbirth strives to help others cope
LI couple who faced heartbreak of stillbirth strives to help others cope
A Long Island couple who experienced the devastation of losing a child in stillbirth is now reaching out to help other parents dealing with the same pain.
A Long Island couple who experienced the devastation of losing a child in stillbirth is now reaching out to help other parents dealing with the same pain.
Retired priest dies of injuries following home invasion
Retired priest dies of injuries following home invasion
A retired priest whose Shelter Island home was targeted in a home invasion last month has died.
A retired priest whose Shelter Island home was targeted in a home invasion last month has died.
A retired priest whose Shelter Island home was targeted in a home invasion last month has died.
Nassau police see decline in opioid overdoses
Nassau police see decline in opioid overdoses
Fatal heroin and opioid overdoses are on the decline on Long Island, according to police and officials from both counties.
Fatal heroin and opioid overdoses are on the decline on Long Island, according to police and officials from both counties.
Fatal heroin and opioid overdoses are on the decline on Long Island, according to police and officials from both counties.
Lindenhurst man accused of storing weapons cache faces judge
Lindenhurst man accused of storing weapons cache faces judge
A Lindenhurst pizza deliveryman accused of having an arsenal of illegal weapons and making threatening calls over a years-old grudge appeared in court on Monday.
A Lindenhurst pizza deliveryman accused of having an arsenal of illegal weapons and making threatening calls over a years-old grudge appeared in court on Monday.
A Lindenhurst pizza deliveryman accused of having an arsenal of illegal weapons and making threatening calls over a years-old grudge appeared in court on Monday.
'Full Metal Jacket' actor R. Lee Ermey dies at 74
'Full Metal Jacket' actor R. Lee Ermey dies at 74
Ermey's longtime manager Bill Rogin says he died Sunday morning from pneumonia-related complications. He was 74.
Ermey's longtime manager Bill Rogin says he died Sunday morning from pneumonia-related complications. He was 74.
Suspect sought for stalking girl near Rockville Centre bus stop
Suspect sought for stalking girl near Rockville Centre bus stop
According to police, the man approached a 10-year-old girl last Tuesday morning as she walked to her bus stop in the vicinity of N. Forest Avenue and Maple Avenue.
Police released a sketch of a man between 30 and 40 years old with braided black hair and a braided goatee.
Police released a sketch of a man between 30 and 40 years old with braided black hair and a braided goatee.
Go Green: Northport H.S. - where the environment matters every day
Go Green: Northport H.S. - where the environment matters every day
But one Long Island school is trying to think about the earth every day. News 12 Long Island's Elizabeth Hashagen heads to Northport High School in part one of our weeklong series Go Green.
But one Long Island school is trying to think about the earth every day. News 12 Long Island's Elizabeth Hashagen heads to Northport High School in part one of our weeklong series Go Green.
But one Long Island school is trying to think about the earth every day. News 12 Long Island's Elizabeth Hashagen heads to Northport High School in part one of our weeklong series Go Green.
But one Long Island school is trying to think about the earth every day. News 12 Long Island's Elizabeth Hashagen heads to Northport High School in part one of our weeklong series Go Green.
Poll: National Wear Your Pajamas to Work Day
Poll: National Wear Your Pajamas to Work Day
Today is National Wear Your Pajamas to Work Day. Be honest - have you ever worn your pajamas to work?
Today is National Wear Your Pajamas to Work Day. Be honest - have you ever worn your pajamas to work?
Today is National Wear Your Pajamas to Work Day. Be honest - have you ever worn your pajamas to work?
Starbucks CEO apologizes to 2 black men arrested
Starbucks CEO apologizes to 2 black men arrested
The CEO of Starbucks Co., Kevin Johnson, called the arrests a "reprehensible outcome" and said he wants to personally apologize to the men, saying the company "stands firmly against discrimination or racial profiling."
The CEO of Starbucks Co., Kevin Johnson, called the arrests a "reprehensible outcome" and said he wants to personally apologize to the men, saying the company "stands firmly against discrimination or racial profiling."
Siena poll: 83% of New Yorkers say opioid crisis is worsening
Siena poll: 83% of New Yorkers say opioid crisis is worsening
A new poll suggests that opioid abuse in New York is only getting worse.
A new poll suggests that opioid abuse in New York is only getting worse.
Costs climb for MTA's East Side Access project
Costs climb for MTA's East Side Access project
The price tag for the MTA's East Side Access project to link the LIRR to Grand Central Terminal just got more expensive
The price tag for the MTA's East Side Access project to link the LIRR to Grand Central Terminal just got $1 billion more expensive.
The price tag for the MTA's East Side Access project to link the LIRR to Grand Central Terminal just got $1 billion more expensive.
Officer injured responding to mall fight, 1 arrested
Officer injured responding to mall fight, 1 arrested
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A man is accused of injuring a Nassau police officer.
A man is accused of injuring a Nassau police officer.
Check your eggs: Salmonella concerns spark massive recall
Check your eggs: Salmonella concerns spark massive recall
More than 200 million eggs that were sold under various name brands are being recalled due to salmonella concerns.
More than 200 million eggs that were sold under various name brands are being recalled due to salmonella concerns.
More than 200 million eggs that were sold under various name brands are being recalled due to salmonella concerns.
Man accused of bringing loaded guns to Riverhead motel
Man accused of bringing loaded guns to Riverhead motel
A West Virginia man is accused of bringing several loaded handguns to a Riverhead motel.
A West Virginia man is accused of bringing several loaded handguns to a Riverhead motel.
Hempstead man sentenced in NYC rape case
Hempstead man sentenced in NYC rape case
A Hempstead man who pleaded guilty to raping two unconscious women in the city has been sentenced to 10 years in prison.
A Hempstead man who pleaded guilty to raping two unconscious women in the city has been sentenced to 10 years in prison.
Police probe fiery crash in East Farmingdale
Police probe fiery crash in East Farmingdale
Police are investigating a crash that sparked a fire in East Farmingdale.
Police are investigating a crash that sparked a fire in East Farmingdale.
Man accused of crashing into garage: 'Don't drink and drive'
Man accused of crashing into garage: 'Don't drink and drive'
Man accused of driving drunk, crashing into garage
A man is accused of driving drunk, crashing into a residential garage and taking off -- and he has a few words of advice to offer.
A man is accused of driving drunk, crashing into a residential garage and taking off -- and he has a few words of advice to offer.
Poll: National Tax Day
Poll: National Tax Day
April 15 is the official Tax Day - though because it falls on a weekend taxpayers have until April 17 to file this year. Have you done your taxes yet?
April 15 is the official Tax Day - though because it falls on a weekend taxpayers have until April 17 to file this year. Have you done your taxes yet?
April 15 is the official Tax Day - though because it falls on a weekend taxpayers have until April 17 to file this year. Have you done your taxes yet?
Home run derby to honor fallen Army specialist
Home run derby to honor fallen Army specialist
A homerun derby will be held at Hofstra University Sunday morning to honor Army Spc. Matthew E. Baylis.
A home run derby will be held at Hofstra University Sunday morning to honor Army Spc. Matthew E. Baylis.
A home run derby will be held at Hofstra University Sunday morning to honor Army Spc. Matthew E. Baylis.
Robotics competition held at Hofstra University
Robotics competition held at Hofstra University
Teams of students from Long Island and all over the world gathered at Hofstra University Saturday to show off robots that they created in just six weeks.
Teams of students from Long Island and all over the world gathered at Hofstra University Saturday to show off robots that they created in just six weeks.
Teams of students from Long Island and all over the world gathered at Hofstra University Saturday to show off robots that they created in just six weeks.
Teams of students from Long Island and all over the world gathered at Hofstra University Saturday to show off robots that they created in just six weeks.
Syrian strikes garner mixed feelings among Long Islanders
Syrian strikes garner mixed feelings among Long Islanders
Long Islanders who spoke with News 12 had mixed feelings about President Donald Trump’s decision to conduct airstrikes in Syria as a response to the country’s use of chemical weapons against its citizens.
Long Islanders who spoke with News 12 had mixed feelings about President Donald Trump’s decision to conduct airstrikes in Syria as a response to the country’s use of chemical weapons against its citizens.
Long Islanders who spoke with News 12 had mixed feelings about President Donald Trump’s decision to conduct airstrikes in Syria as a response to the country’s use of chemical weapons against its citizens.
Long Islanders who spoke with News 12 had mixed feelings about President Donald Trump’s decision to conduct airstrikes in Syria as a response to the country’s use of chemical weapons against its citizens.
Bicyclist injured in West Islip crash
Bicyclist injured in West Islip crash
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News 12
Suffolk police say a bicyclist was hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle Saturday in West Islip.
Suffolk police say a bicyclist was hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle Saturday in West Islip.
