Baldwin Teen Killed at University of Buffalo
A 19-year-old Buffalo State College student from Baldwin was stabbed to death Friday night outside of a University of Buffalo dorm, according to police, who are searching for a person of interest.
East Williston Attorney Charged in Jan. 6 Riots
An East Williston attorney was arrested Thursday for allegedly trying to grab a baton from a police officer during the Jan. 6, 2021 riot at the U.S. Capitol, federal authorities said.
Connetquot Schools’ Pride Flag Ban Sparks State Investigation
Gov. Kathy Hochul has ordered a human rights investigation of the Connetquot School District after a Connetquot High School teacher was told to take down a Progress Pride flag in her classroom, according to the governor’s office.
Rise of the Jack-o-Lanterns to Return at New Location on Long Island
The annual Rise of the Jack-o-Lanterns event will return at a new location this October, and pre-sale tickets are now available, according to its website.
Huntington Man Gets 6 Years in Forced Labor Case
A Huntington man was sentenced Wednesday to six years in federal prison after he admitted to forcing Filipino immigrants to work for free at a Centerport restaurant under the threat of deportation.