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 Claude Solnik October 03, 2019
The Greater NY Metro area generated more than 130,000 jobs year-over-year as of August, leading large metropolitan areas, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
By Claude Solnik September 26, 2019
Nine to five may still be standard, but other arrangements are becoming increasingly common.
By Claude Solnik September 23, 2019
Arbor Realty said small multifamily buildings' value is up nearly 80 percent since their low in 2010.
By Claude Solnik September 22, 2019
New York State added thousands of jobs in health services and hospitality year over year as of August.
By Claude Solnik September 16, 2019
Victoria's Secret and Hain are among U.S. companies reacting to a potential Brexit - and a very real drop in the pound.
By Claude Solnik September 12, 2019
The former detective joined a Long Island-based law firm focusing on 9/11 compensation.
By Claude Solnik September 11, 2019
A ceremony was held to honor Michael H. Haub, a volunteer fire fighter and then a firefighter with the NYFD, after additional remains were identified.
By Claude Solnik September 09, 2019
Sytemax has opened a massive distribution center in the Dallas metropolitan area.
By Claude Solnik September 05, 2019
Disney's Castaway Cay, the 2019 Cruise Critic Destination award winner for Best Cruise Line Private Island, was hit by tropical storm force winds.
By Claude Solnik September 02, 2019
Dorian hits Bahamas, missing Paradise Island in that archipelago.
By Claude Solnik August 29, 2019
As Labor Day arrives, the government released statistics on paid leave, showing more people have it - and more men have it than women.
By Long Island August 10, 2019
Convicted pedophile and multi-millionaire Jeffrey Epstein died overnight in an apparent suicide, law enforcement sources told the media on Saturday.
By erin__l August 01, 2019
A group called Roy Juno, including Long Island native James Marino, will be performing at the famous Osheaga festival in Montreal!
By erin__l July 31, 2019
No, guac will not cost you extra today!
By erin__l July 30, 2019
The day has finally come - National cheesecake day deals and freebies on Long Island!
By erin__l July 22, 2019
The nation's largest wind farm is to be built off the coast of Long Island!
By erin__l July 14, 2019
Long Island's very own Luke Islam impressed the judges and audience to win the last golden buzzer during his riveting performance on America's Got Talent.
By erin__l July 11, 2019
Visit your local 7-Eleven to receive a free small Slurpee - today only!
By Meg Parisi June 14, 2019
U.S. News has just released its rankings of the best high schools by metro. Check out which Long Island schools made the list
By Meg Parisi May 24, 2019
More than 2,600 sailors, coast guardsmen, and marines are expected to attend the week-long celebrations