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Gov. Kathy Hochul joined former Congressman Steve Israel and storyteller, Dana Arschin to talk about address the rise of antisemitism and the importance of Holocaust education in public schools.

Learn what Gov. Kathy Hochul spoke about at the Holocaust Museum & Tolerance Center

Gov. Kathy Hochul visited Glen Cove on Sept. 6 to discuss antisemitism with former Congressman Steve Israel and storyteller, Dana Arschin for chat at the Holocaust Museum & Tolerance Center. more

By Roksana Amid | 9/13/24

Nassau County District Attorney Anne Donnelly announced the indictment of Long Beach resident James Jayshaun Edwards Wednesday for allegedly selling illegal guns.

Long Beach man indicted in gun trafficking investigation

Nassau County District Attorney Anne Donnelly announced the indictment of 33-year-old James Jayshaun Edwards Wednesday for allegedly selling 10 illegal firearms, including "ghost guns," outside his … more

By Angelina Zingariello | 8/29/24

Long Beach man indicted in gun trafficking investigation

Nassau County District Attorney Anne Donnelly announced the indictment of 33-year-old James Jayshaun Edwards Wednesday for allegedly selling 10 illegal firearms, including "ghost guns," outside his … more

By Angelina Zingariello | 8/28/24

Domagoj Patkovic from Portland, Oregon was charged with swatting and bomb threat schemes after targeting Jewish hospitals in Queens and Long Island.

Oregon man threatens Long Island, Queens Jewish community

A Portland, Oregon man was charged with swatting and bomb threats of a few Jewish hospital on Long Island and in Queens. more

By Melissa Berman | 8/21/24

George Santos spoke to the press after leaving the courtroom, apologizing to the 3rd Congressional District and taking responsibility for his lies and fraud.

Former Congressman George Santos pleads guilty to identity theft and wire fraud

Infamous former congressman George Santos pleaded guilty on Monday in federal court to charges of aggravated identity theft and wire fraud. more

By Will Sheeline | 8/19/24

Former congressman George Santos is expected to plead guilty on Monday, although it is unclear what the terms of the plea deal are.

George Santos expected to plead guilty on Monday

Former New York Rep. George Santos is anticipated to plead guilty on Monday to federal charges stemming from fraudulent activities during his 2022 midterm campaign, according to sources familiar with … more

By Will Sheeline | 8/17/24

Jonathan Tatun, who was at the courthouse for a separate hearing, shouted at Santos to “stop wasting our money” as the former congressman was leaving.

George Santos is back in court

George Santos returned to the courthouse on Aug. 13 what should be his last appearance before his trial formally begins on Sept. 16. Showing none of his infamous swagger, the former congressman sat … more

By Will Sheeline | 8/16/24

Director of the National Park Service Charles F. Sams III, left, and Tweed Roosevelt, Theodore’s great-grandson, unveiled the restored pocket watch at Sagamore Hill. The silver watch will be displayed in the Old Orchard Museum.

Theodore Roosevelt’s long-lost watch restored to Sagamore Hill

A sentimental gift to Theodore Roosevelt was recently recovered and returned to his home at Sagamore Hill after being stolen from a display case at the Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic … more

By Will Sheeline | 7/12/24

Long Beach man sentenced to prison for 2022 DWI crash

A Long Beach man was sentenced to 5 to 12 years in prison Tuesday for a 2022 crash that resulted in him killing a Rockville Centre community member. Christopher Flores, 29, was driving his … more

By Brendan Carpenter | 7/9/24

Following this news conference on June 14, changes were made to the beach season. Residents voiced their opinions on the matter at the June 18 City Council meeting.

Long Beach community speaks on changes to beach season

A lot has happened in Long Beach in the past two weeks. City officials held a news conference on June 14 on the boardwalk at Riverside Boulevard, announcing immediate changes to beach access … more

By Brendan Carpenter | 6/28/24