Charges Upgraded Against IHOP Shooter, DA Says: Patch PM

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Charges Upgraded Against IHOP Shooter, DA Says

The 19-year-old could spend 30 years in jail if convicted.

Former NYPD Officer, Wife Sold Drugs Out Of Their LI Home: PD

The former cop and his wife, a teacher's assistant, had large amounts of drugs and cash in their home, police say.

Fire Rips Through Long Island Condo Complex

Firefighters spent nearly four hours battling the devastating fire that broke out early Thursday. See video inside the story.

Capsized Vessel Off Fishers Island Leaking Fuel

After two commercial fishermen were saved in a dramatic rescue off Fishers Island, the boat is now upside down and leaking fuel, USCG says.

Long Island Is One Of The Most Irish Places In America

We even beat out New York City. And one of the most Irish communities is located here, too.

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• SUNY Old Westbury President To Retire
• Retired Suffolk County Judge Barbara Kahn Dies
• Fire Breaks Out In Basement Of North Fork Home
• MS-13 Member Pleads Guilty To 2 Nassau Murders
• Police Release Photos Of East Islip Ice Cream Shop Robber

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