Cuomo Refuses To Resign After Bombshell Report: LI Week In Review

LONG ISLAND, NY — Here are some of the biggest stories that Long Island Patches covered for the week of Aug. 2-6.

Cuomo, Under Fire With Few Friends Left, Refuses To Step Down

Cuomo "sexually harassed current and former state employees in violation of federal and state laws,"Attorney General Letitia James said.

Nassau Legislature OKs Making First Responders A Protected Class

Opponents say it gives police officers and others more rights under the law than minority citizens and is unconstitutional.

Hip-Hop Legend Biz Markie Remembered For Being Essence Of 'Love'

The Clown Prince of Hip-Hop's life was celebrated Monday as fans lined up outside the Patchogue Theater, dancing to his famous tunes.

Bus Driver With Scouts Had BAC 3X+ Legal Limit, Beer Bottle: DA

"She is sorry," attorney says. The woman crashed the bus 2X while driving while intoxicated with 10 Cub Scouts aboard, DA says.

2 Assaulted, 1 Shot At Long Island Party: Police

Two people were assaulted and another was shot Tuesday at a party, according to police.

Masks Required At Major Retailers In New York: See The List

Following new CDC guidance on face coverings, many retailers are once again directing employees and customers to mask up.

DA To Investigate Cuomo For Potential Sexual Misconduct

Suffolk County Executive Bellone is the latest to call for the governor to resign.

Also worth a read:

• 'Mama, Where Is Daddy?': Children Of Uber Driver Killed In Crash
• Fire Breaks Out At Longtime Iconic Shelter Island Bar
• Ferry Passengers, Staff Help Mom Having a Medical Emergency: PD
• 4-Year-Old Boy Struck By Stray Bullet In Long Island Shooting: PD
• Nassau Police ID Remains Found On Meadowbrook Parkway
• LI Lawmakers Call For Cuomo To Resign After AG Releases Report
• Car Slams Into Long Island Home, Killing Driver: Nassau Police
• Sikh Temple Vandalized With Racial Slurs: Police
• Masks Required At Major Retailers In New York: See The List