Nassau County Trans Athletes Ban 'Going To Be Overturned': Drucker

The Republican majority sided with the County Executive to pass the legislation, 12-5 on Monday.

County Legislature Votes To Ban Trans Women From Competing In Sports

"This is a hateful and blatantly illegal bill. If signed into law, we'll see Nassau in court— again," the NYCLU tweeted.

New York State Deputy Speaker Phil Ramos Endorses Siela Bynoe

Bynoe Gains Key Endorsement Ahead of Democratic Primary

Haitian Diaspora Political Action Committee Endorses Siela A. Bynoe

Siela Bynoe continues building upon multicultural coalition and further illustrates that she is the strongest candidate for District 6 Seat

SMART Transportation Division Endorses Siela Bynoe for NY State Senate

Current Legislator Siela Bynoe Gains Support from SMART Transportation Division for Commitment to Long Island Working Families

Blakeman Readdresses Trans Athlete Ban With New Legislation

It follows a judge last month determining that the county executive ​"acted beyond the scope of his authority."

Democrats Seek Transparency For Blakeman's Armed Deputies Program

The county is "trying to avoid the checks and balances that is required," Legislator Seth Koslow told Patch.

Judge Strikes Down Transgender Athletes Ban In Nassau

A judge ruled County Executive Bruce Blakeman "acted beyond the scope of his authority as the Chief Executive Officer of Nassau."

Petition Brought To Legislature Against County's Plan To Arm Citizens

"We believe that [County Executive Blakeman] is acting outside the law," one advocate told Patch.

Judge Dismisses Blakeman's Transgender Ban Challenge Against AG James

While James calls the judge's ruling a "tremendous victory," Blakeman "vehemently" disagrees with the federal judge's decision.

IUOE Local 30 Union Endorses Siela Bynoe for State Senate

Bynoe's momentum and excitement grows as another labor union recognizes her as the strongest advocate for organized labor and working people

Blakeman's Armed Residents Used Only For 'Very Significant Emergency'

The county executive said those will become active to serve once training is completed and a letter clearing them from their doctor.

Dozens Join Rally Opposing Blakeman's Emergency Plan Arming Citizens

"Blakeman wants his own personal militia for some imaginary emergency," Claudia Borecky, Bellmore-Merrick Democratic Club president, said.

Protest, Petition Opposing County's Armed Deputies For Emergencies

"This is not the direction we should be going in," Nassau County Leg. Delia DeRiggi-Whitton said of the county executive's plan.

Local 237 City Employees Union Endorses Siela Bynoe for State Senate

Labor union recognizes Bynoe as strong advocate for organized labor and the working men and women of New York

AG James Seeks Blakeman Lawsuit Thrown Out Connected To His Trans Ban

It's the latest legal maneuver between the county and the state.

Nassau County Legislative Leaders Endorse Siela Bynoe for Senate

Minority Leader Delia DeRiggi-Whitton and Deputy Minority Leader Arnold Drucker Support Siela Bynoe’s Candidacy

Nassau Seeks Armed Deputies To Protect "Human Life During Emergency'

"It's playing to the fears that everyone has now," said Michael Moore, a member of Nassau County's FEMA Community Emergency Response Team.

Caitlyn Jenner Supports Nassau Trans Athlete Ban

Biological men face "massive advantages and undeniable differences" over women in sports, Jenner said on Monday.

Blakeman Sues AG James For Cease & Desist Of Transgender Athlete Ban

The county executive announced the federal lawsuit on Wednesday.

Blakeman Challenges AG James Cease & Desist Of Transgender Ban

The county executive said, "The attorney general's reaction is contrary to the law."

Online Petition Seeks To Reverse Athletic Ban For Transgender Women

Legislator Arnold Drucker said Nassau County Executive Blakeman "must immediately get out of the divisive culture wars."

Nassau Transgender Athletes Ban 'Illegal, Will Be Struck Down': NYCLU

County Executive Bruce Blakeman signed the controversial executive order on Thursday.

Nassau County Bans Transgender Athletes From Competing With Women

The ban, believed to be the first of its kind in the nation, takes effect immediately.

Mineola Awarded $4.5 Million To Revitalize Downtown

The funding comes from the state's NY Forward program.

Renowned Leader Phil Andrews Endorses Siela Bynoe for State Senate

Phil Andrews, known for his advocacy for the African American small business community, praised Bynoe’s effective public service

Community Leaders Rally Behind State Senate Candidate Siela Bynoe

Former Nassau County Executive Laura Curran Endorses Siela for Senate Current and Former Elected Officials and Community Leaders Unite

Siela Bynoe Announces Candidacy for New York State Senate District 6

Bynoe Seeks to Bring Record of Leadership and Community Advocacy to the Senate

Nassau Legislature Passes $4 Billion Budget

The Nassau Interim Finance Authority will have the final approval before the county executive gets it on his desk to sign.

Nassau Holding Meeting On Proposed Legislative Maps

The redistricting process is nearing its end in Nassau County, and a meeting will be held this week on the proposed maps.

Nassau Lawmakers Approve New Police Officer Contract

The eight-year deal is worth $167 million.

Nassau County Secured Nearly $100K In Unclaimed Funds

The recovered money will go back to the county agencies where it originally back from.

Schumer Calls On DOJ To Help Combat LI Catalytic Converter Thefts

With thefts of the car part jumping exponentially, the senator is asking the federal government to help local law enforcement.

Nassau To Hold Public Hearing On Legislative Redistricting Tuesday

The legislature wants to hear residents' concerns about how the proposed new district lines "may affect neighborhoods and communities."

Nassau Residents Checked Out A Record 1.9M Digital Books In 2022

The Nassau Library System is number 24 in the world in digital book usage. Nassau County readers' favorite genre? Thrillers

Nassau GOP To LI Rep. George Santos: 'Immediately Resign'

The Wednesday announcement from the Nassau Republicans was the first official GOP call for the "stain on the district" to step down.

Santos' Campaign Spending 'Atypical,' Included Huntington Rent: Report

George Santos' campaign spending included $11K on rent, over $40K for air travel and "lavish lifestyle" spending, experts told the NY Times.

Nassau DPW Emergency Crews Help In Buffalo After Fatal Snowstorm

Nassau County crews with plows, tractors and more pitched in to help Buffalo, county exec says, after city's devastating blizzard.

WATCH: Long Islanders Rally To 'Hold Santos Accountable' At Courthouse

Protesters gathered in Mineola on Thursday, chanting "shame" and "don't seat Santos." "The truth will always win," former opponent said.

Mineola Village Approves 2 Overlay Districts For ' Smart Growth'

The two overlay districts, on Jericho Tpke. and downtown Mineola Village, will give village "options" to "think outside the box": Mayor.