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A pedestrian was struck and killed in a hit-and-run accident on Friday night on Long Island.
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A pedestrian was struck and killed in a hit-and-run accident on Friday night on Long Island.
Nassau County homeowners pay the highest median property taxes in the country, and there's no tax relief in sight. School costs are to blame, and education taxes on Long Island are projected to rise another four percent in 2012.
On Wednesday, Elmont High School pitcher Danny Aguilo threw a no-hitter – but what makes the feat particularly incredible is that he struck out 21 batters, the most strikeouts possible in a seven-inning game.
About a million cookies in thousands of boxes are being sent off to U.S. soldiers overseas as a gift from Nassau County Girl Scouts.
The FBI technology is so sophisticated it has the ability to verify or rule out suspicious objects and pinpoint evidence from thousands of feet away.
There may be two killers -- not one -- on Long Island. That's what law enforcement sources are telling CBS News about the investigation into the 10 sets of human remains found along Ocean Parkway.
The state medical examiner is conducting forensic tests on a human skull found at Jones Beach yesterday, while local and state police say no new discoveries have been made in the area.
The remains discovered Monday by investigators looking for more possible victims of a serial killer at Jones Beach State Park are likely human, WCBS 880's Peter Haskell said citing a report from Newsday.
On Long Island investigators hope to be getting closer to finding the serial killer who dumped eight bodies in Suffolk County.
The intense search for bodies along the Suffolk County's South Shore was winding down Thursday, as Nassau County and state police said they will pick up the trail next week, moving west to Jones Beach.
Because the Center failed to get basic information such as correct spelling of names, addresses and insurance card information, Nassau County controller George Maragos said the hospital lost $6.5 million in revenue.
Investigators on Long Island are set to resume the search for possible victims of a serial killer on Monday.
In two separate cases, authorities say teenagers walking home from school on Long Island were robbed were hit, bitten, and robbed of their cell phones.
After the alleged thief snatched a wallet, he ran and hid behind a display of baked goods. That's when the victim confronted him and was subsequently pushed to the ground.
Senator Chuck Schumer was urging state and federal highway regulators to come up with safety enhancements following the death last month of a Nassau County highway patrolman.
Nassau County police said the shooting stemmed from an argument between one of the defendants and a 26-year-old man inside the Midway Deli in Roosevelt.
The authority has rejected County Executive Ed Mangano's revised budget plan and instituted a wage freeze following a vote on Thursday.
Edward Mangano's proposal includes over $60 million in employee-related cuts, and would impose a 13-day unpaid furlough for county workers.
Police charged Alex Mitchell, of Barbados, with burglary, unlawful imprisonment and endangering the welfare of a child. He's to be arraigned on Monday.
Justice Arthur Diamond denied Nassau County officials' request for a preliminary injunction that would have blocked the Nassau Interim Finance Authority from taking control of the budget.
In her first public comments since a judge threw out a DWI conviction earlier this week, Nassau DA Kathleen Rice told reporters that the problems related to the crime lab have been "a nightmare" and "police errors" are to blame.
A bill proposed and co-sponsored by Legislators Judi Bosworth and Judy Jacobs would ban smoking in all motor vehicles in Nassau County with at least one passenger younger than 18.
A New York judge has thrown out a defendant's drunken driving conviction amid growing questions over the accuracy of results from the Nassau County crime lab.
The Nassau police crime lab reportedly mismatched reports on blood-alcohol tests in drunken driving cases last fall.
The New York Yankees beat the New York Mets 6-4 on Friday night.
Two people were injured after a New York City police officer accidentally discharged their weapon Thursday, police say.
Rainy weather makes a return to the New York City area this weekend.
Just up the road from the World Trade Center site, the DSNY unveiled a plaque at their garage on Spring Street.
NYPD Officer Karen Selena Hill was one of almost 800 recruits to graduate from the NYPD Academy class that was pushed into active duty while still training on 9/11.
Two people were injured after a New York City police officer accidentally discharged their weapon Thursday, police say.
Rainy weather makes a return to the New York City area this weekend.
Just up the road from the World Trade Center site, the DSNY unveiled a plaque at their garage on Spring Street.
NYPD Officer Karen Selena Hill was one of almost 800 recruits to graduate from the NYPD Academy class that was pushed into active duty while still training on 9/11.
The terror attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, tested the faith of many, but for Tom Colucci, it led to the calling of priesthood.
Rainy weather makes a return to the New York City area this weekend.
After a week filled with periods of storminess and high humidity, a calmer and drier weather pattern is settling in for the holiday weekend.
Severe storms returned to the Tri-State Area, making it a soggy Thursday morning.
The rain returns Tuesday with the possibility of severe storms and downpours that can cause flash flooding in the New York City area.
Activity by ICE agents is putting a chill on the economy in parts of Connecticut after an estimated 100 people were recently grabbed off the streets of Danbury and other communities.
Rainy weather makes a return to the New York City area this weekend.
The tragedy of 9/11 hit one New Jersey community harder than any other. Middletown had 37 residents killed in the attacks, more than any other town outside the five boroughs.
Middletown, New Jersey, had more residents killed in the terror attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, than any other town outside of New York City.
The Empty Sky Memorial at Liberty State Park in Jersey City honored the hundreds of New Jersey residents killed in the 9/11 attacks Thursday.
A United States Army intelligence officer from New Jersey is reflecting on his service, which he says was inspired by his desire to serve his country and combat Islamophobia.
The New York City area marked 25 years since the moment the city changed forever and thousands of friends, family and loved ones were killed. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan, Jennifer McLogan and Larry Ridley report.
NYPD Officer Karen Selena Hill was one of almost 800 recruits to graduate from the NYPD Academy class that was pushed into active duty while still training on 9/11.
In Hempstead, students born years after 9/11 heard firsthand from those who lived through it.
Families and friends gather at Point Lookout every year to remember their loved ones who died because of the 9/11 terror attacks.
Many remember an image featuring longtime FDNY firefighter Bob Beckwith that spread around the world in the days following the 9/11 attacks -- an image of bravery and hope.
The trial of Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and three other alleged 9/11 plotters is scheduled to begin in June 2028.
Four former presidents were at the World Trade Center memorial site for 9/11 commemorations, while President Trump spoke at the Pentagon.
Many remember an image featuring longtime FDNY firefighter Bob Beckwith that spread around the world in the days following the 9/11 attacks -- an image of bravery and hope.
As governor of New York on Sept. 11, 2001, George Pataki was responsible for many of the decisions being made at the highest level of state government. He recently reflected on that somber day.
Former President George W. Bush gave rare remarks on Wednesday as Americans mark 25 years since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
One person has died and a total of five people have been sickened by Legionnaires' disease in the Bronx.
As of late August, the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund has received 112,000 claims, awarding more than $18 billion.
A cosmetic treatment that promises breast enhancement without surgery is now at the center of a fight over who regulates human tissue in New York.
Twenty-five years after the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, the health threat hasn't ended for many survivors.
New York City officials released thousands of previously unseen documents questioning the air quality at Ground Zero following the 9/11 attacks.
Grammy and Emmy Award-winning musician Lizzo made a surprise visit to meet Brooklyn students and debut her new children's book.
Some are calling for Macklemore to be removed from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after he used part of his opening performance on Friday and Saturday nights at MetLife Stadium to share his pro-Palestinian views about the war in Gaza.
The Met's decision to highlight the work by designer John Galliano sparked widespread controversy due to his history of antisemitic and racist comments.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
President Trump said that he would be "lowering the American flag" throughout the nation for one week in Dolly Parton's honor.
The New York Yankees beat the New York Mets 6-4 on Friday night.
The New York Yankees beat the Colorado Rockies 10-3 on Thursday night to tighten the AL East race.
Jude Terry and Armindo Sieb each scored a goal, Hugo Lloris had his MLS-leading 12th shutout this season, and Los Angeles FC beat the New York Red Bulls 2-0 to snap a six-game winless streak.
Rookie George Lombard Jr. became the second-youngest player in Yankees' history to hit a grand slam as New York beat the Rockies 6-1 on Wednesday night.
Dániel Gazdag scored in the third minute of second-half stoppage time to rally the New England Revolution to a 2-1 victory over New York City FC on Wednesday night at Citi Field.
At a Bay Ridge school, students who were born years after the attacks are learning about Sept. 11 through the stories of parents, teachers and first responders who lived through it.
Former Mets players from the 2001 season were at Ladder 25 on the Upper West Side on Tuesday.
Grammy and Emmy Award-winning musician Lizzo made a surprise visit to meet Brooklyn students and debut her new children's book.
A Bronx pizzeria is proving that kindness is contagious by giving slices to hungry New Yorkers.
Brooklyn Community Services says keeping its mobile shower program running is becoming increasingly difficult as the costs of fuel, hygiene products and other expenses rise.
People dressed in elaborate headgear and paraded up Fifth Avenue for New York City's Easter Sunday tradition.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The annual Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival was held in Manhattan on April 20, 2025.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for September 11 at 11 p.m.
A fire broke out at an autobody shop on Staten Island on Friday.
Two people were injured after a New York City police officer accidentally discharged their weapon Thursday, police say.
Part of a tree fell on a man in Central Park on Friday.
In New Jersey, families gathered to mourn and reflect on 25 years since 9/11. The community of Middletown is on a mission to make sure future generations never forget. CBS News New York's Andrew Ramos reports.
