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LI Man Convicted Of 1st-Degree Murder After Torturing, Beating, Suffocating, Stabbing Friend: DA

After 6 hours of torture, he watched him struggle to breathe for 8 minutes then stabbed him in the neck 10X and watched him die, DA says.

Long Island Weather Update: Expected Snow Totals Double To 12 Inches Or More

All travel should be avoided from Sunday through Monday, the National Weather Service says.

Nearly 100 Cats Rescued From "Deplorable Conditions" At LI Residence: SPCA

About 92 cats were found living in deplorable conditions at a private residence in West Islip, the Suffolk County SPCA said.

Search On For Missing LI Man: Police

Police say the man was last seen wearing a Long Beach Polar Bear club zip-up hoodie.

Man Charged With DWI After Hit-And-Run Had Son, 4, In Car: Police

Police say the driver fled the scene after striking a parked vehicle while intoxicated with his 4-year-old child in the car.

Buck 'Looking For Bucks' Lassoed By Police After Smashing Through Window Of Bank On LI

SEE VIDEO. The break-in was foiled by officers responding to the unexpected intruder.

Farmingdale's Nutty Irishman To Host Rock Against Cancer Event Friday

All proceeds from the event will benefit the Maurer Foundation.

William Floyd Boys' Winter Track Clinches Title In Closest Win In League Championship History

The team remained focused and steadfast throughout the season to do what needed to be done, Coach Ed Noll says.

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