If you're interested in getting a local perspective on the big picture in news, then our National & World News will give you just what you're looking for. This section covers all the big stories that matter to the nation – from the perspective of a local like you.
By Wendy L February 04, 2014
No longer do you have to wait to see the doctor to know your lab test results. A new federal rule has been put in place. Read the full story here!
By Lyndsay McCabe February 03, 2014
Philip Seymour Hoffman was discovered dead in his apartment Sunday morning of an appartent heroin overdose.
By Christian Abbatecola January 29, 2014
The president called for a number of measures, including reforms to education and business, during the 2014 State of the Union address.
By Joe Randazzo January 27, 2014
577 passengers and 49 crew members were infected with a virus which left them suffering from diarrhea and vomiting.
By Christian Abbatecola January 27, 2014
China’s “Jade Rabbit” was the first machine to make a soft landing on the Moon since 1976, but a mechanical malfunction will likely end its mission early.
By Lyndsay McCabe January 24, 2014
Joseph Romano of Levittown was convicted Friday for conspiring to kill the federal judge and prosecutor who convicted him for a multi-million-dollar fraud scheme.
By Lyndsay McCabe January 23, 2014
Senator Gillibrand has proposed legislation that would require that workers and employers chip in to a trust fund to use when workers need to take paid family or medical leave.
By Christian Abbatecola January 23, 2014
Months of attacks and terroristic threats have created grave security concerns leading into February’s Winter Olympic Games.
By Wendy L January 22, 2014
Warm weather doesn't appear anywhere near, but a report released by NOAA indicates the Earth's temperature has been on the rise. In 2013, the Earth's average temperature falls under the fourth warmest year on record ...
By Wendy L January 22, 2014
An many as 10,000 children are overdosed with liquid medicine each year. Senator Schumer is seeking to put a stop on it. Find out how here!
By Lyndsay McCabe January 20, 2014
The New York State Museum has released the only audio recording of a speech given by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in 1962 commemorating the centennial anniversary of the Preliminary Emancipation Proclamation.
By Eric Anderson January 17, 2014
A Rockville Centre woman attempted to steal hundred of identities.
By Christian Abbatecola January 16, 2014
The governor of New Jersey says he is working to investigate the bridge closure scandal his administration has found itself in the middle of.
By Vickie Moller January 16, 2014
Federal officials yesterday hosted an Education "Datapalooza" to promote innovation in improving college access, affordability and completion.
By Vickie Moller January 15, 2014
The FRA will soon have 45 new safety inspectors and will implement critical safety monitoring systems in trains.
By Christian Abbatecola January 15, 2014
A recent court decision opens the door for broadband providers to slowdown web access to popular websites or speedup loading times for others.
By Wendy L January 14, 2014
Additional safety measures will soon be put in place on all commuter trains around the nation. Trains will have inward- and outward-facing cameras to monitor the driver and the track. Read the full story here.
By Lyndsay McCabe January 13, 2014
"American Hustle" and "12 Years a Slave" win big in the film categories, and "Breaking Bad" stars are finally rewarded for their series.
By Joe Randazzo January 11, 2014
A-Rod receives the longest suspension in the game’s war on doping.
By Christian Abbatecola January 10, 2014
70 million customers had their personal information taken during the attack on Target which took place between late November and mid December.