Unemployment Rate Decreases In Medford Area: Feds

The unemployment rate in Suffolk County decreased recently.

Suffolk County Ahead Of Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

Here is how the Medford area is doing with coronavirus vaccinations.

Delivering More than Professionalism

Deputy Presiding Officer Kara Hahn recognizes dispatcher for talking caller through childbirth

Medford Area Unemployment Decreases: Feds

Suffolk County's unemployment rate is lower than the New York average.

Broadband Speed In Medford Area: See Local Data

More than 150 million Americans don’t use the internet at broadband speeds. See how the Medford area compares.

Federal Tax Payments And Refunds: How Do Yours Stack Up?

You can use IRS data to compare your tax payments and refunds to others in Suffolk County.

Town Razes 250th Zombie House In Medford

What dilapidated houses do you think need to be demolished in Brookhaven Town?

Suffolk to Tackle Plastic Crisis

Legislator Kara Hahn and Plastic Reduction Task Force Propose Suffolk Cleans-up its Act

GOP Chair Says HQ Targeted in Break-in; Police Say No It Wasn't

Town GOP chair says break-in try "looks like a "Bungled Blue Burglary." Democratic chair says Republicans are desperate.

Best Practices for ER Treatment of Overdose Victims

Suffolk creates panel of experts to recommend protocols for overdose patients in hospital emergency rooms

NY Congressional Primary Election Results 2018

Check out the results from the island's three Congressional primaries.

Failed Bank Robber Wanted By Police

Police are asking for the public's help identifying man in these photos.

Bellone, LI Ducks Invite Vets to 'Heroes of the Game'

Veterans again to be honored at home games throughout season.

LIRR: Extra Trains For Pope Francis' NYC Visit, But Avoid Traveling Into Manhattan if You Can

The LIRR is trying to make sure commuters don’t have to sit on top of each other.

Andrew Cuomo Deemed 5th Most Democratic Governor

A new analysis says the New York leader is one of the more liberal governors in the nation.

How Dependent is New York on the Federal Government?

A new study breaks it down.

5 Airlines Being Investigated For Price-Gouging After Amtrak Crash

The U.S. Transportation Department opened the investigation on Friday.

NY Wage Board Votes to Raise Fast Food Minimum Wage

Long Island fast food workers would get a minimum $15 an hour by 2021 under the plan. There's still a regulatory process to go through.

Will Same-Sex Marriage be a Boost to the Wedding Business?

Did the Supreme Court save the livelihoods of wedding workers?

Suffolk Votes to Get the Lead - and Other Toxins - Out

Legislator Hahn’s “Toxin Free Toys Act” will prohibit the sale of toys containing unsafe levels of hazardous chemicals; protect kids

Cuomo Orders Crackdown on Abuse of Nail Salon Workers 'Robbed of Their Most Basic Rights'

Three Long Island salons are mentioned in a New York Times series on the exploitation of salon employees.

Cuomo Re-Elected, But Loses Suffolk County

A county that went big for the governor four years ago went in favor of his Republican challenger this year.

Edward Hennessey: 'I Have a Reputation as a Tax-Fighter'

Democrat Hennessey is running for re-election as a state assemblyman.

Amy Keyes: 'I Know We've Got to Do Something About The Cost of Living Here'

Keyes is running for a seat on the Brookhaven Town Council.

Neil Foley: 'We Need to Make Sure That Brookhaven Remains an Affordable Place'

Foley is running for a seat on the Brookhaven Town Council.

Gaughran Endorsed by Long Island Environmental Voters Forum

Democrat wins backing in race for Suffolk County Comptroller

Bellone Signs Bill to Amend Human Rights Law

Changes Affect Rules on Housing, Employment.

President Obama Rejected by Westchester Golf Courses: News Report

Sources tell NBC New York that club officials weren't willing to bump their members on Labor Day weekend.

Ahead of 9/11 Anniversary, Pols Fight to Revive Zadroga Act

Lawmakers cite moral obligation to responders and survivors to protect health needs.

State Lawmaker Proposes Drug Testing During Adolescent Physical Exams

Bill would provide drug testing for no extra cost and would keep results confidential, senator says.

Mazzei Resigns from Brookhaven Town Board

Now former town councilman resigns in order to run for Suffolk County Court Judge.

Thrift Stores Caught Selling Drawstring Kids Clothing Ordered to Stop

Nine nearby thrift shops sent cease and desist letters from the New York attorney general.

Should Your State Legalize Pot?

With the economic benefits of legalized marijuana working for Colorado, is your state the next in line?

Governor Takes Steps to Loosen Restrictions for Bow and Arrow Hunting

The new legislation would free up additional land for hunting on the East End.

Sound Off: Obama's Call For a $10.10 Minimum Wage

Do you agree with a proposal to raise the minimum wage?

Gov News: Education Reform Legislation Approved, World War II Veteran Honored

A look at some of the top government stories from around Long Island.

How To Potentially Save A Life During Cold Snap

Suffolk County Department of Social Services provides information on warming centers, how to help homeless individuals in your community.

Brookhaven To Lift State Of Emergency

As of noon today, motorists can return to the roadways.

Brookhaven Town Declares State Of Emergency

Non-essential vehicles must be off the roadways by 5:30 p.m.

New Service Lets You View Your Tax Bill Online

Stay on top of your taxes this year with a new website designed for The Town of Brookhaven residents.