Exclusive: Developer Says Only Environmental Impact Study Standing In Way Of Shinnecock Casino Construction

After two decades of attempts, the Shinnecock Indian Nation now says it can go ahead with its plans to build a casino in Southampton.

• Feb 18, 2021

FBI, U.S. Attorney Reportedly Investigating Gov. Andrew Cuomo's COVID Task Force Amid Questions About Nursing Home Deaths

Charges of systematic racism in the handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, including vaccine distribution and nursing homes, have promoted calls for a federal civil rights probe of city and state actions.

• Feb 17, 2021

New York City, Nassau County Outline Snow Storm Preparations

If you don't have to be on the road, stay home -- for your safety and the safety of road crews.

• Feb 17, 2021

Police: Charles Polevich Arrested In Hit-And-Run That Killed Nicki Minaj's Father On Long Island

According to police, Polevich stopped and got out of his vehicle to look at the injured man. He then returned to his car and drove away.

• Feb 17, 2021

Dozens Of Students In Manhasset School Test Positive For COVID-19

Next week, classes will be held remotely from Feb. 22 until at least Feb. 26.

• Feb 17, 2021

Families Who Lost Loved Ones In New York Nursing Homes Demand Investigation Of Gov. Cuomo's Administration

Members of the group Voices For Seniors clutched photos of their loved ones.

• Feb 17, 2021

Mayo Clinic Study: Many Common Childhood And Adult Vaccines May Offer Protection From COVID-19

There is some good news about vaccines protecting against COVID-19. But not any of the ones you've heard of.

• Feb 17, 2021

Siena Poll: Despite Controversy Over Nursing Home Deaths, New Yorkers Still Approve Of Gov. Cuomo's Handling Of Pandemic

Overall, New Yorkers give Gov. Andrew Cuomo high marks for his response to the coronavirus pandemic, but are disappointed with his handling of the release of data on nursing home deaths.

• Feb 17, 2021

Exclusive: Shinnecock Indian Nation's Plan To Develop Casino On Southampton Reservation Draws Concern From Locals

The 800-member tribe announced plans for a casino on its Southampton reservation -- a 900-acre sovereign territory that sits along Shinnecock Bay.

• Feb 16, 2021

'Quarantine 15' Increasingly Turning Into 'Quarantine 25' For Some Children

Behaviors of inactivity and isolated time in front of computer screens are leading to stress, anxiety, unhealthy eating and childhood obesity. 

• Feb 16, 2021

Child Abuse Reports Plunge In 2020, But Experts Suspect That's Because Teachers, School Staff Aren't Seeing Vulnerable Children In Person

"If anything, we think instances of child abuse and neglect are on the rise," said Dr. Jeff Reynolds of the Family and Children's Association. 

• Feb 16, 2021

COVID Vaccine: Long Island Residents Frustrated Over Lack Of Appointments, Despite Highest Positivity Rate In State

Some lawmakers are crying foul, because Long Island accepts qualifying New York City residents. 

• Feb 16, 2021

Gov. Cuomo Takes Responsibility For Information 'Void' On Nursing Homes, Insists There Was No Cover-Up

Cuomo took responsibility for what he called an information "void," which created skepticism, cynicism and anxiety for those who lost loved ones

• Feb 15, 2021

COVID Variants: U.S. Appears To Be Joining United Kingdom, South Africa With Virus Mutations

As the vaccine continues to roll out, with bumps, across the country, another COVID-19 issue is also spreading.

• Feb 15, 2021

Search Continues For Hit-And-Run Driver Who Struck, Killed Nicki Minaj's Father In Mineola

Nassau County police say 64-year-old Robert Maraj was walking on Roslyn Road near Raff Avenue in Mineola Friday night. 

• Feb 15, 2021

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