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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.
Citing a lack of funds from Nassau County, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority may eliminate over half of Long Island Bus' routes.
There's been a major upgrade for the Staten Island Railway. New subway cars now make up the entire fleet.
Police responding to a 911 call of an assault in progress made a shocking discovery in Queens.
Mr. Trump said that NATO's commitment to winning the war in Ukraine "has been far less than 100%."
A teenage girl was killed after a being struck by an SUV in Queens early Saturday morning.
Aaron Judge hit his 362nd career homer to pass Joe DiMaggio on the Yankees' all-time list, and Luis Gil pitched six no-hit innings to beat the Boston Red Sox 4-1 on Friday night.
There's been a major upgrade for the Staten Island Railway. New subway cars now make up the entire fleet.
Police responding to a 911 call of an assault in progress made a shocking discovery in Queens.
A teenage girl was killed after a being struck by an SUV in Queens early Saturday morning.
Charlie Kirk was remembered as an inspiration for young conservatives.
Miller Gardner was 14 when he died in his sleep, according to a statement from the New York Yankees.
The first opportunity to get your hands on FIFA 2026 World Cup tickets started at 11 a.m. on Wednesday and will run until 11 a.m. on Sept. 19.
The threat stems from climate change, loss of habitat, and overharvesting.
A coastal flood advisory is in effect today for parts of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, as rain and cool temperatures take over.
The first opportunity to secure tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches in East Rutherford, New Jersey, is underway.
Doctors say more young women are being diagnosed with breast cancer.
PSE&G said it increased its rate by 17% in June.
More than 700 New Jersey residents were killed on 9/11.
Veolia Water said emergency repairs were completed on the water mains that broke earlier this week in Hoboken.
A Humpty Dumpty statue on a Jersey Shore golf course had a great fall — and police say two unknown vandals are to blame.
Nadine Menendez, the wife of former Sen. Bob Menendez, was convicted of accepting cash and gold bars in exchange for political favors.
Welles Remy Crowther, a 24-year-old volunteer firefighter and equities trader, guided survivors in the South Tower to safety.
Some 250,000 golf fans are expected to attend the Ryder Cup at Bethpage State Park, with nearly half taking the LIRR to get there.
The ceremony is held on 9/11 every year in Lido Beach, where people watched the horror in Lower Manhattan unfold in the distance.
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority released its plan for commuters if LIRR service is indeed suspended due to a strike.
The threat stems from climate change, loss of habitat, and overharvesting.
Mr. Trump said that NATO's commitment to winning the war in Ukraine "has been far less than 100%."
Erika Kirk, the widow of Charlie Kirk, speaks out for the first time since her husband's death on Wednesday.
Welles Remy Crowther, a 24-year-old volunteer firefighter and equities trader, guided survivors in the South Tower to safety.
PSE&G said it increased its rate by 17% in June.
President Trump expressed his apparent distaste for the man New York Republicans chose as their standard bearer in the mayor's race.
State health officials say the executive directive eliminates barriers to access for New Jersey residents.
The new lungs can triple the length of survival and can even last decades. If not, a second transplant is an option.
This year marks 35 years of Koman's annual event raising money for breast cancer research, advocacy and support.
Doctors say more young women are being diagnosed with breast cancer.
For Dr. Ellen Mandel, supporting the mission to end breast cancer is personal.
Comedian Nate Bargatze spoke to "CBS Mornings" about preparing to host the 77th Emmy Awards on Sunday.
Shortly after pranking listeners over exit, Howard Stern said SiriusXM has approached him about keeping his show on the air.
Rick Davies, lead singer and co-founder of Supertramp, has died of cancer at 81. The British band says he left "an indelible mark on rock music history."
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Aaron Judge hit his 362nd career homer to pass Joe DiMaggio on the Yankees' all-time list, and Luis Gil pitched six no-hit innings to beat the Boston Red Sox 4-1 on Friday night.
The Rangers beat the Mets 8-3 on Friday night to give New York its third seven-game losing streak this year.
The Tigers were unable to complete their first sweep of the Yankees in New York since 2008.
Jesús Luzardo retired 22 straight batters after giving up four runs in the first inning, and the Phillies stormed back to beat the reeling Mets to complete a four-game sweep.
Detroit has outscored New York 23-3 over the past two nights and won four of five against the Yankees this year with one meeting left.
Christopher Burke estimates he's covered almost the entire western half of the borough, and is more than halfway through.
Neighbors in Queens are baffled by the sudden disappearance of their quirky local landmark.
New York City expects the World's Fair monument to reopen for limited tours by the end of 2026.
Decades later, many members of the Gerritsen Beach Volunteer Fire Department continue to face health consequences from their service.
The 17th Avenue pedestrian bridge reconstruction is now at least two years behind schedule.
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.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
Keri Anne DeMott was killed by a drunk driver. The foundation set up in her name encourages people to avoid drunk driving and to make positive choices. CBS News New York's John Elliott was there for their sixth annual Day in the Park celebration.
New subway cars now make up the entire fleet. The first R211 cars were rolled out late last year, and more arrived Friday.
The Made In New York Awards ceremony dedicated to the city's vibrant theater and live performance community will take place Monday. Commissioner Pat Swinney Kaufman of the Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment and Broadway actress, singer, dancer and producer LaChanze stopped by to discuss the ceremony with CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge and Doug Williams.
Police say the suspect was driving a Chevy Suburban and struck a parked, unoccupied vehicle after fatally hitting the girl. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
Calvi and Trigani visited the iconic Patsy's restaurant in Midtown to discuss her book "The View From Lake Como."
