On Wednesday, Judge Fernando Camacho was expected to drop four out of 16 charges against Thomas Murphy after the disclosure that the county's top toxicologist had previously unknown notes suggesting that Murphy's blood alcohol content could have been below 0.18% at the time of the crash.


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Police say they recieved at least 16 reports of drones sightings on Long Island.

'People are concerned'

Nine students were taken to hospitals to be treated for minor injuries after a school bus crashed at North Babylon High School Sunday.

School bus accident leaves several injured in North Babylon 

The Long Island Harley Owners Group held its annual toy run on Sunday, riding from Babylon to Wading River to donate toys to a local charity for the holidays. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports. 

'We could not do it without them' 

The St. James Model Railroad Club, which started over 40 years ago, allows train enthusiasts to take a trip down memory lane and gives members a chance to show off their creations to the public. NewsdayTV's Jamie Stuart reports.

'It's something I look forward to' 

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Vintage cars circled Main Street as volunteers reenacted scenes from the classic holiday movie across seven locations in Patchogue.

'It's a Wonderful Life' comes to the streets of Patchogue

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This week brings the shortest days of the year in advance of Saturday's winter solstice.

Wet, unseasonably warm temperatures on tap before winter solstice

"There's a lot of traditional architectural elements incorporated into more modern construction," the listing agent said of the home's upgrades.

$7 million Water Mill home 'bucks' stereotypical Hamptons style

Cash incentives and anonymity resulted in keeping assault rifles, pistols and shotguns off the street, officials said.

Bohemia gun buyback yields 111 weapons

Musicians and volunteers performed Spanish songs at a Brentwood nursing home Saturday, before moving on to a Hauppauge law office and a residence in Bay Shore.

Parranda Navideña, a Puerto Rican tradition, celebrated with a Long Island twist

Officials and industry experts say losing access to the waterfront creates a ripple effect of economic losses.

Suffolk explores plan to preserve fishing industry

The suit's plaintiffs included 10 pet stores, including three on Long Island, which argued they would have to close and lay off employees.

NYS pet sales ban takes effect Sunday after judge denies delay

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The DeMasi family talks about their 'Thanksgiving miracle' 21 years ago, when baby Gina came home from the hospital after being born four months early.

'Only gave you a 30% chance of living'

Volunteers gathered at the Community Ambulance Company in Sayville to hand out more than 300 donated turkeys to military veterans for Thanksgiving. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'It's nice to be able to give back'

John Boller, a WWII veteran from Smithtown, celebrated his 100th birthday at the Bristal Assisted Living in West Babylon.

'You can't quit, because you gotta keep going'

Southold Police Chief Steve Grattan said three people who were inside the house at the time of the fire made it out safely. Those residents reported that a fourth person who was on the second floor of the home may have been trapped inside.

One dead in Mattituck house fire

Trisko II was introduced as Suffolk County Police's newest dog to patrol Long Island McArthur Airport. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'Trisko's gonna keep us safe'

Fifty years after Ronald DeFeo murdered his family in 1974 in their Amityville home, inspiring a series of books and movies, the "Amityville Horror" house still attracts sightseers and still resonates. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'Mythology about this house'

Executive Director Marc Alessi discusses plans to preserve Nikola Tesla's legacy after a fire destroyed the historic lab.

'Such an important part of Long Island'

Fire Island Pines Chief Kyle Merker said there was so much bamboo on fire when he arrived to the scene, he couldn't even see the house.

'It was really intense'

Members of the Shinnecock Nation and other Indigenous communities gathered at Agawam Park in Southampton on Monday for an Indigenous Peoples' Day celebration. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Shinnecock Nation hosts celebration on the East End

Monday commemorated the one-year anniversary of the Oct. 7 attack against Israel by Hamas. Long Islanders paid tribute by holding vigils. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

'Their memories are forever remembered'

Bella Trezza 17, died in a two-car crash in September. Trezza was remembered for her beautiful and caring spirit and saving three lives by donating her organs. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

'It's just really heartbreaking'

The Lindenhurst Fire Department is collecting donations to help victims of Hurricane Helene. Donations can be dropped off through the weekend.

'I hope it helps them'

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Nearly 20,000 Long Islanders work in town and city government. A Newsday investigation found a growing number of them are making more than $200,000 a year. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports. 

'No one wants to pay more taxes than they need to'

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