If you're interested in getting a local perspective on the big picture in news, then our National & World News will give you just what you're looking for. This section covers all the big stories that matter to the nation – from the perspective of a local like you.
By Long Island News & PR February 02, 2017
As excitement for this year's Super Bowl grows, the USDA encourages consumers to use safe food handling practices to avoid getting sick from foodborne illnesses.
By Long Island News & PR February 02, 2017
The Senate Environment and Public Works Committee is slated to vote on President Trump’s nomination of Oklahoma A.G. Scott Pruitt to head the EPA.
By Long Island News & PR February 01, 2017
Beginning today through April 18, AARP Foundation is providing free tax assistance and preparation through its Tax-Aide program.
By Long Island News & PR February 01, 2017
U.S. Rep. Kathleen Rice, a member of the House Committee on Homeland Security, will serve as the Democratic Ranking Member on the Counterterrorism and Intelligence (CTI) Subcommittee in the 115th Congress.
By Long Island News & PR February 01, 2017
Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts announce that films will return to Bay Street this winter and spring, with support from Hamptons International Film Festival and others.
By Long Island News & PR January 31, 2017
Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman released a statement indicating his office will join in the lawsuit against President Trump's immigration executive order.
By Long Island News & PR January 31, 2017
Governor Cuomo announced proposal to guarantee a woman’s right to choose in New York by codifying the protections established by the 1973 Roe v. Wade into the state constitution.
By Long Island News & PR January 30, 2017
Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano and Acting Police Commissioner Thomas C. Krumpter express their condolences to those impacted in light of the recent attack.
By Long Island News & PR January 30, 2017
At least 30,000 New Yorkers - including immigrants, refugees, Muslims and allies - gathered to demand that Trump rescind his recent executive orders and end all hateful policies.
By Long Island News & PR January 30, 2017
Researchers have developed a new, more rapid and accurate test to diagnose Zika.
By Long Island News & PR January 30, 2017
USA Luge ended the 47th annual World Championships Sunday in Igls with a silver medal in the team relay - its third at this event - and set a team record for most hardware collected ...
By Long Island News & PR January 30, 2017
A.G. demands update on how the order is being implemented, list of all individuals still detained
By Long Island News & PR January 30, 2017
New hotline established to offer assistance to refugees left in vulnerable situations at NY airports
By Long Island News & PR January 26, 2017
Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman issued a statement in response to President Trump’s Executive Order regarding “sanctuary cities.”
By Long Island News & PR January 26, 2017
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced the Board of Trustees of LIPA voted to approve the nation's largest offshore wind farm, and the first offshore wind farm in New York.
By Long Island News & PR January 25, 2017
LIPA voted today to formally approve the development of New York’s first ever, and the nation’s largest, offshore wind farm, located off the east end of Long Island.
By Long Island News & PR January 25, 2017
Outside the Olympic Winter Games, the annual luge World Championships is the most significant event on the sport’s calendar.
By Long Island News & PR January 25, 2017
Hope For The Warriors recently awarded seven Military Spouse and Caregiver Scholarships for higher education totaling $15,000.
By Long Island News & PR January 25, 2017
A.G. Schneiderman has made clear that he stands ready to use the full power of his office to compel enforcement of our nation’s environmental laws.
By Long Island News & PR January 24, 2017
Senator Todd Kaminsky passionately spoke on the Senate floor in support of a bill that will expand presumptive cancer coverage for volunteer firefighters.