The Latest Breaking News from Long Island

Theresa Caputo Has Been the ‘Long Island Medium’ for Years — How Much Is She Worth Today?

Theresa Caputo turned an unusual profession into a recognizable entertainment brand after “Long Island Medium” introduced her to millions of viewers. Since the TLC series premiered in 2011, she has expanded into books, podcasts, live appearances, merchandise and another television series.

Budget and the Bees · Oct 16

Viral Video of Giant Whale Smashing Into a Fishing Boat Prompts Wide Array of Reactions From Viewers

A humpback whale struck a fishing boat near Long Island's Moriches Inlet after approaching the vessel. No one was injured, but part of the boat was damaged.

International Business Times UK · Oct 14

Isabella Rossellini protects 20.8 acres of New York farmstead, turning it into a community farm

Mama Farm, founded by actress Isabella Rossellini in 2013, combines farming, animal care, and community activities. This Long Island property features a community-supported agriculture programme connecting members with locally produced food. The farm practices organic and regenerative techniques to preserve biodiversity while educating families about the environment. Various workshops and…

The Times of India · Oct 9

Nassau County, Not Madison or Steuben, Is Long Island's Real ICE Holdout — And a Federal Judge Just Sided With New York

New York's Aug. 25 ICE-partnership deadline has passed. A federal judge upheld the ban, but Nassau, Long Island's real holdout, still hasn't complied.

Latin Times · Aug 27

Flesh-Eating Bacteria Detected in Long Island and Hamptons Waters as Officials Issue Summer Health Warnings

Vibrio vulnificus detected in Hamptons-area waters. Officials issued an advisory. Learn who is at risk and what precautions to take this summer.

Medical Daily · Jul 8

MAGA Mum Breaks Down Live On Air Saying 'Trump Abandoned Us' Over Iran War and Cost of Living Crisis

A MAGA supporter from Long Island expresses feeling 'abandoned' by Trump due to rising living costs and concerns over the Iran conflict, reflecting growing unrest among his voter base.

International Business Times UK · May 20

Busiest US commuter rail system resumes operations as deal reached to end strike

Trains are rolling again on the Long Island Rail Road after a deal was reached to end a strike that had shut down the busiest commuter rail system in the country

AAP · May 19

LIRR service resumes after strike crippled nation’s busiest commuter rail system

The strike marked the first walkout for the LIRR since a two-day stoppage in 1994

The Independent UK · May 19

With largest US commuter rail system shut down, federal labor officials urge unions to resume talks

Federal officials urged unions representing workers at the Long Island Rail Road to resume negotiations after a strike entered its second day, disrupting travel for hundreds of thousands of commuters in New York.

The Economic Times · May 18

America’s largest commuter rail system shut down on Saturday. How will Long Island Rail Road strike impact 250,000 riders?

Rail strike in U.S: If the shutdown continues into the work week, the roughly 250,000 people who ride the system to and from work each weekday will be forced to find alternative routes to the city from its Long Island suburbs.

The Economic Times · May 16