Society

Ralph Macchio attends a television festival in Newport Beach, California, in June 2025. The Long Island native is set to appear at a sold-out Karate Kid screening and Q&A event at the Cinema Arts Centre in Huntington this May. File…
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Mugshots of two 18-year-old suspects arrested in connection with a shots fired incident in Elmont, New York. Authorities identified the individuals as Audubree Steele (right) and Jordan Johnson (left), both of West Palm Beach, Florida.…
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Legendary soul singer Gladys Knight performs live during a concert appearance in July 2019. The legendary soul singer is scheduled to perform at Flagstar at Westbury Music Fair in Westbury on June 27, 2026. File photo: Ben Houdijk,…
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A close-up view of a smartphone displaying a generic news app highlights how more people are turning to digital platforms to stay informed, reflecting the growing role of online news consumption. File photo: Tero Vesalainen, licensed. …
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U.S. Senator Chris Murphy speaks during a public appearance, as his recent MSNBC remarks referencing “undocumented Americans” draw national attention and debate over immigration language and legal definitions. File photo: Maxim Elramsisy,…
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Michael Lyles, 37, of Central Islip, was sentenced to 24 years to life in prison after being convicted of multiple weapons charges stemming from a January 2024 shooting outside a baby shower in North Amityville, according to Suffolk County…
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Rod Stewart performs during a live concert appearance. The legendary rock vocalist is scheduled to bring his “One Last Time” tour to Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater on July 31, 2026, for a summer performance on Long Island. File…
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Police vehicles from the Suffolk County Police Department are seen behind crime scene tape during an investigation in Suffolk County, New York. Authorities say detectives are investigating allegations of child abuse connected to a…
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Booking photo released by authorities of Christopher Fernandez, 29, of Sound Beach, who was convicted by a jury of second-degree murder and other charges in connection with the fatal shooting of Bohemia homeowner Michael Hartmann during an…
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Bruce Springsteen performs with the E Street Band during a recent arena concert. The legendary rock group will bring their “Land of Hope & Dreams” American Tour to UBS Arena at Belmont Park on May 5, giving Long Island fans the chance…
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Ying Zhou, 49, of Flushing, was arrested by Nassau County Police following an undercover investigation at a Bethpage business and charged with Unauthorized Practice of a Profession and Prostitution, authorities said. BETHPAGE, NY –…
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Jahkeli Mason, 19, of Springfield Gardens, and Darren Gordon, 36, of St. Albans, were arrested and charged with Robbery in the Second Degree and Grand Larceny in the Fourth Degree following an alleged shoplifting incident at a Target store…
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Surveillance image from police-released video shows two masked individuals inside an auto dealership showroom during an alleged overnight burglary in July 2025. Shattered glass is visible near the entrance doors as the suspects move…
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A digitally rendered representation of a typical 1990s two-story Massapequa home, similar to the residential setting of the May 19, 1992 shooting. This image does not depict the actual house for resident privacy purposes. MASSAPEQUA, NY…
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Associate Justice Paul Wooten delivers the keynote address during the Suffolk County Courts’ 2026 Black History Month Grand Celebration as Diane Clark, Hon. Cheryl Joseph, and Administrative Judge Andrew A. Crecca look on in the Ceremonial…
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Jeremy Allen, 44, of East Quogue, was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole after being convicted of first-degree murder and tampering with physical evidence in the killing of Christopher Hahn. Image: Suffolk County…
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Nicholas Varrino, 52, of Glen Cove, was arrested in connection with a July 2025 fatal motorcycle crash in North Hills that resulted in the death of a 58-year-old woman. He is charged with aggravated vehicular homicide and multiple related…
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Barry Manilow performs during the “We Love NYC: The Homecoming Concert” at the Great Lawn in Central Park on August 21, 2021, in New York City. The legendary singer-songwriter remains one of the most enduring live performers in pop music.…
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent appears before a Senate committee during a confirmation hearing on Capitol Hill, where lawmakers questioned him on economic policy, financial markets, and the administration’s fiscal agenda. File…
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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew, is seen during a previous public appearance. The Duke of York was arrested in England on February 19, 2026, as authorities investigate allegations connected to his former public…
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Robert Duvall, the Academy Award-winning actor known for iconic roles in The Godfather, Apocalypse Now, and Tender Mercies, built a career spanning more than six decades in film and television. Duvall died February 15, 2026, at age 95,…
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Kyle Roberts, 42, of Syosset, was arrested by Nassau County detectives in connection with the alleged diversion of approximately $64,000 from a Hicksville auto dealership. Police say Roberts, who worked as a fleet sales manager at the…
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Tony Ogarro, 61, of Far Rockaway, was arrested and charged with four counts of Robbery in the First Degree in connection with two armed robberies in North Lawrence and Freeport, according to Nassau County police. Authorities allege he…
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Luis Gonzalo Barrionuevo Fuertes, 18, of Moriches, pleaded guilty to aggravated vehicular homicide and multiple related charges in connection with a June 2025 drunk driving crash in East Hampton that killed 19-year-old Scarleth…
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Harry H. Williams Jr., 64, of Baldwin, was arrested following a domestic disturbance on Newton Avenue that escalated into a confrontation with police, according to Nassau County authorities. Investigators say Williams allegedly assaulted a…
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Terrell Campbell, 29, of Brooklyn, was arrested in connection with a 2021 assault in Elmont that left a 21-year-old woman seriously injured, according to Nassau County police. Investigators say the victim was attacked outside her home when…
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Karlous Miller and Chico Bean are longtime collaborators and fan favorites on the We Them Ones Comedy Tour. Both comedians are expected to bring their high-energy stage presence and sharp crowd interaction to the tour’s 2026 stop at…
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Supervising Judge of Supreme Court Matrimonial Parts Hon. Cheryl Joseph gives welcoming remarks to audience. Photo credit: Julia Carpenter, New York Unified Court System CENTRAL ISLIP, NY - The Suffolk County Courts continued their 2026…
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John Anfossi, 54, of Long Beach, was arrested by Nassau County Police and charged with Endangering the Welfare of a Child following an alleged incident at Lido Elementary School in Lido Beach. Police say the incident occurred during a…
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Suffolk’s Supervising Judge of Supreme Court Matrimonial Parts and Chair of the Equal Justice in the Courts Committee, Hon. Cheryl A. Joseph, opened the program with welcoming remarks, emphasizing the importance of Black History Month and…
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