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Island Vote: GOP hopeful takes on incumbent in Suffolk's 6th Legislative District
Island Vote: GOP hopeful takes on incumbent in Suffolk's 6th Legislative District
A Republican hopeful is taking on the Democratic incumbent in the race for the county legislative seat in Suffolk's 6th District.
A Republican hopeful is taking on the Democratic incumbent in the race for the county legislative seat in Suffolk's 6th District.
A Republican hopeful is taking on the Democratic incumbent in the race for the county legislative seat in Suffolk's 6th District.A Republican hopeful is taking on the Democratic incumbent in the race for the county legislative seat in Suffolk's 6th District.Island Vote: Glen Cove mayor faces former mayor in upcoming election
Island Vote: Glen Cove mayor faces former mayor in upcoming election
Island Vote: Glen Cove mayor faces former mayor in upcoming election
Island Vote: Glen Cove mayor faces former mayor in upcoming election
The mayor of Glen Cove is facing a familiar face this upcoming Election Day -- the city's former mayor.The mayor of Glen Cove is facing a familiar face this upcoming Election Day -- the city's former mayor.Island Vote: How the impeachment inquiry will affect voter turnout
Island Vote: How the impeachment inquiry will affect voter turnout
Island Vote: How the impeachment inquiry will affect voter turnout
Island Vote: How the impeachment inquiry will affect voter turnout
A political consultant says some GOP candidates may take a bit of a hit in next month's election due to the possible impeachment of President Donald Trump.A political consultant says some GOP candidates may take a bit of a hit in next month's election due to the possible impeachment of President Donald Trump.Power and Politics: Assemblyman Phil Ramos
Power and Politics: Assemblyman Phil Ramos
Assemblyman Phil Ramos of Assembly District 6 joins News 12's Stone Grissom on this week's edition of Power & Politics.
Assemblyman Phil Ramos of Assembly District 6 joins News 12's Stone Grissom on this week's edition of Power & Politics.
Assemblyman Phil Ramos of Assembly District 6 joins News 12's Stone Grissom on this week's edition of Power & Politics.Assemblyman Phil Ramos of Assembly District 6 joins News 12's Stone Grissom on this week's edition of Power & Politics.Dueling tax cut proposals take center stage in Town of Hempstead
Dueling tax cut proposals take center stage in Town of Hempstead
It's a battle of dueling tax cut proposals in the Town of Hempstead as board members unveiled Tuesday their own spending plan just a month before Election Day.
It's a battle of dueling tax cut proposals in the Town of Hempstead as board members unveiled Tuesday their own spending plan just a month before Election Day.
It's a battle of dueling tax cut proposals in the Town of Hempstead as board members unveiled Tuesday their own spending plan just a month before Election Day.It's a battle of dueling tax cut proposals in the Town of Hempstead as board members unveiled Tuesday their own spending plan just a month before Election Day.Power & Politics: Congressman Lee Zeldin
Power & Politics: Congressman Lee Zeldin
Congressman Lee Zeldin, of Long Island's first congressional district, joins News 12's Stone Grissom on this week's edition of Power & Politics.Congressman Lee Zeldin, of Long Island's first congressional district, joins News 12's Stone Grissom on this week's edition of Power & Politics.Democrats warn White House to expect subpoena on Ukraine
Democrats warn White House to expect subpoena on Ukraine
House Democratic leaders warned the White House Wednesday to expect a subpoena demanding documents on President Donald Trump’s dealings with Ukraine.House Democratic leaders warned the White House Wednesday to expect a subpoena demanding documents on President Donald Trump’s dealings with Ukraine.Power & Politics: Assemblyman Michael LiPetri
Power & Politics: Assemblyman Michael LiPetri
Assemblyman Michael LiPetri from Massapequa joins News 12's Stone Grissom on this week's edition of Power & Politics to talk about vaping and the water quality on Long Island.Assemblyman Michael LiPetri from Massapequa joins News 12's Stone Grissom on this week's edition of Power & Politics to talk about vaping and the water quality on Long Island.Long Islanders split on presidential impeachment probe
Long Islanders split on presidential impeachment probe
Long Islanders are reacting to the presidential impeachment probe and one thing's clear -- opinions are mixed.Long Islanders are reacting to the presidential impeachment probe and one thing's clear -- opinions are mixed.Washington plunges into Trump impeachment investigation
Washington plunges into Trump impeachment investigation
Trump repeatedly Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy to work with Attorney General William Barr and Rudy Giuliani, Trump's personal lawyer. At one point in the conversation, Trump said, "I would like for you to do us a favor."
Trump repeatedly Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy to work with Attorney General William Barr and Rudy Giuliani, Trump's personal lawyer. At one point in the conversation, Trump said, "I would like for you to do us a favor."
In the call, Trump raised unsubstantiated allegations that the former vice president sought to interfere with a Ukrainian prosecutor's investigation of his son Hunter.In the call, Trump raised unsubstantiated allegations that the former vice president sought to interfere with a Ukrainian prosecutor's investigation of his son Hunter.Trump says impeachment drive is a plus, yet tweets with fury
Trump says impeachment drive is a plus, yet tweets with fury
Fifty-eight floors above Manhattan, President Donald Trump watched his legacy change and his political future grow more uncertain.Fifty-eight floors above Manhattan, President Donald Trump watched his legacy change and his political future grow more uncertain.State Sen. Gaughran hosts gun safety meeting following protest at NRA fundraiser
State Sen. Gaughran hosts gun safety meeting following protest at NRA fundraiser
State Sen. Gaughran hosts gun safety meeting following protest at NRA fundraiser
State Sen. Gaughran hosts gun safety meeting following protest at NRA fundraiser
A state lawmaker from the Long Island hosted a town hall meeting on gun safety less than a week after a protest was held at a NRA fundraiser on the Island.A state lawmaker from the Long Island hosted a town hall meeting on gun safety less than a week after a protest was held at a NRA fundraiser on the Island.NYC Mayor de Blasio ending his campaign for Democratic presidential nomination
NYC Mayor de Blasio ending his campaign for Democratic presidential nomination
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announced Friday on MSNBC's 'Morning Joe' that he has ended his bid for president.New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announced Friday on MSNBC's 'Morning Joe' that he has ended his bid for president.Ask the County Executive with Steve Bellone -- Sept. 19, 2019
Ask the County Executive with Steve Bellone -- Sept. 19, 2019
Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone stopped by the News 12 Long Island studio to answer viewer questions.
Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone stopped by the News 12 Long Island studio to answer viewer questions.
Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone stopped by the News 12 Long Island studio to answer viewer questions.Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone stopped by the News 12 Long Island studio to answer viewer questions.Ask the County Executive with Laura Curran -- June 6, 2019
Ask the County Executive with Laura Curran -- June 6, 2019
Nassau County Executive Laura Curran stopped by the News 12 Long Island studio to answer viewer questions on the air.Nassau County Executive Laura Curran stopped by the News 12 Long Island studio to answer viewer questions on the air.Ask the County Executive with Laura Curran -- April 10, 2019
Ask the County Executive with Laura Curran -- April 10, 2019
Nassau County Executive Laura Curran stopped by the News 12 Long Island studio to answer viewer questions on the air.Nassau County Executive Laura Curran stopped by the News 12 Long Island studio to answer viewer questions on the air.Ask the County Executive with Steve Bellone -- March 14, 2019
Ask the County Executive with Steve Bellone -- March 14, 2019
Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone stopped by the News 12 Long Island studio to answer viewer questions.Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone stopped by the News 12 Long Island studio to answer viewer questions.Exclusive News 12 Digital Interview with Rep. Peter King, Rep. Tom Suozzi
News 12 Digital Interview with Rep. Peter King, Rep. Tom Suozzi
Rep. Peter King and Rep. Tom Suozzi were in the studio answering questions in an exclusive digital interview with Stone Grissom.
Rep. Peter King and Rep. Tom Suozzi were in the studio answering questions in an exclusive digital interview with Stone Grissom.
Long Island’s Senate delegation to have diverse new look
Long Island’s Senate delegation to have diverse new look
Come next year, Long Island's state Senate delegation will have a whole new look.
Come next year, Long Island's state Senate delegation will have a whole new look.
Come next year, Long Island's state Senate delegation will have a whole new look.
Come next year, Long Island's state Senate delegation will have a whole new look.
Island Vote: A look at Gov. Cuomo’s upcoming 3rd term
Island Vote: A look at Gov. Cuomo’s upcoming 3rd term
Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s third term will have something he’s never had in office before: Democratic control of both the state Assembly and state Senate.
Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s third term will have something he’s never had in office before: Democratic control of both the state Assembly and state Senate.
King fends off newcomer in 2nd Congressional District
King fends off newcomer in 2nd Congressional District
Longtime incumbent U.S. Rep. Peter King has declared victory against Democratic challenger Liuba Grechen Shirley to keep his 2nd Congressional District seat.
Longtime incumbent U.S. Rep. Peter King has declared victory against Democratic challenger Liuba Grechen Shirley to keep his 2nd Congressional District seat.
Cuomo wins third term, state Senate flips to Dems
Cuomo wins third term, state Senate flips to Dems
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has won a third term by beating Republican Marc Molinaro.
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has won a third term by beating Republican Marc Molinaro.
Zeldin defeats Gershon in 1st Congressional District re-election bid
Zeldin defeats Gershon in 1st Congressional District re-election bid
U.S. Rep. Lee Zeldin has defeated Democratic challenger Perry Gershon in his re-election bid for the 1st Congressional District.
U.S. Rep. Lee Zeldin has defeated Democratic challenger Perry Gershon in his re-election bid for the 1st Congressional District.
Island Vote: Will a blue wave wash away GOP control of Congress?
Island Vote: Will a blue wave wash away GOP control of Congress?
Will a blue wave wash away Republican control of Congress or will the GOP buck historical trends to maintain its majority in the House and Senate?
Will a blue wave wash away Republican control of Congress or will the GOP buck historical trends to maintain its majority in the House and Senate?
Candidates stump for votes in lead-up to Election Day
Candidates stump for votes in lead-up to Election Day
Candidates hit the campaign trail Sunday to garner support days before Election Day Tuesday.
Candidates hit the campaign trail Sunday to garner support days before Election Day Tuesday.
Island Vote: Suffolk comptroller race pits incumbent against town supervisor
Island Vote: Suffolk comptroller race pits incumbent against town supervisor
Island Vote: Suffolk comptroller race pits incumbent against town supervisor
Island Vote: Suffolk comptroller race pits incumbent against town supervisor
Among the items on the ballot when Suffolk voters head to the polls next week is the job of county comptroller, and the race pits the incumbent against the sitting Southampton town supervisor.
Among the items on the ballot when Suffolk voters head to the polls next week is the job of county comptroller, and the race pits the incumbent against the sitting Southampton town supervisor.
Island Vote: Molinaro battles political giant Cuomo in governor’s race
Island Vote: Molinaro battles political giant Cuomo in governor’s race
Republican Dutchess County Executive Marc Molinaro is challenging two-term incumbent Gov. Andrew Cuomo in the race for governor.
Republican Dutchess County Executive Marc Molinaro is challenging two-term incumbent Gov. Andrew Cuomo in the race for governor.
Debate: Congressional District 4 - Ameer N. Benno
Debate: Congressional District 4 - Ameer N. Benno
Debate: Congressional District 4
Debate: Congressional District 4
In-studio debate with candidate Ameer N. Benno. Incumbent Kathleen Rice declined our invitation to participate in the debate.In-studio debate with candidate Ameer N. Benno. Incumbent Kathleen Rice declined our invitation to participate in the debate.Island Vote: Kaplan hopes to unseat Phillips in 7th Senate District
Island Vote: Kaplan hopes to unseat Phillips in 7th Senate District
A North Hempstead town councilwoman is hoping to unseat the sitting Republican state senator in the 7th District.
A North Hempstead town councilwoman is hoping to unseat the sitting Republican state senator in the 7th District.
A North Hempstead town councilwoman is hoping to unseat the sitting Republican state senator in the 7th District.
A North Hempstead town councilwoman is hoping to unseat the sitting Republican state senator in the 7th District.
Island Vote: Zeldin vs. Gershon race eyed as referendum on Trump
Island Vote: Zeldin vs. Gershon race eyed as referendum on Trump
New York's 1st congressional District is a closely watched race that could turn out to be a referendum on the president's popularity.
New York's 1st congressional District is a closely watched race that could turn out to be a referendum on the president's popularity.
Island Vote: Political newcomer takes on Rep. King in 2nd District
Island Vote: Political newcomer takes on Rep. King in 2nd District
A Democratic political newcomer is hoping to knock out 25-year Republican incumbent Peter King in the 2nd Congressional District.
A Democratic political newcomer is hoping to knock out 25-year Republican incumbent Peter King in the 2nd Congressional District.
A Democratic political newcomer is hoping to knock out 25-year Republican incumbent Peter King in the 2nd Congressional District.
A Democratic political newcomer is hoping to knock out 25-year Republican incumbent Peter King in the 2nd Congressional District.
Island Vote: Balance of power in NY Senate at stake
Island Vote: Balance of power in NY Senate at stake
Democrats and Republicans will be battling on Election Day for the balance of power in the state Senate.
Democrats and Republicans will be battling on Election Day for the balance of power in the state Senate.
Democrats and Republicans will be battling on Election Day for the balance of power in the state Senate.
Democrats and Republicans will be battling on Election Day for the balance of power in the state Senate.
Island Vote: Boyle vs. D’Amaro shapes into competitive race
Island Vote: Boyle vs. D’Amaro shapes into competitive race
The battle for the Senate seat in the 4th District is shaping up to be one of Long Island’s most competitive races.
The battle for the Senate seat in the 4th District is shaping up to be one of Long Island’s most competitive races.
The battle for the Senate seat in the 4th District is shaping up to be one of Long Island’s most competitive races.
The battle for the Senate seat in the 4th District is shaping up to be one of Long Island’s most competitive races.
Island Vote: Martinez vying to be 1st woman state senator for 3rd District
Island Vote: Martinez vying to be 1st woman state senator for 3rd District
Island Vote: 3rd District state Senate race
Island Vote: 3rd District state Senate race
Half a dozen races on Long Island could change the balance of power in the state Senate in the midterm elections, and a candidate in one of the most closely watched races is hoping to make history by avoiding past mistakes.
Half a dozen races on Long Island could change the balance of power in the state Senate in the midterm elections, and a candidate in one of the most closely watched races is hoping to make history by avoiding past mistakes.
GOP gubernatorial candidate Marc Molinaro details his vision for NY
GOP gubernatorial candidate Marc Molinaro details his vision for NY
Republican nominee for governor Marc Molinaro sat down with News 12 Long Island's Stone Grissom to discuss his vision for the future of New York.Republican nominee for governor Marc Molinaro sat down with News 12 Long Island's Stone Grissom to discuss his vision for the future of New York.Cuomo vs. Nixon: Where they stand on the issues
Cuomo vs. Nixon: Where they stand on the issues
Both Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Cynthia Nixon are vying for the state's top office in a Democratic primary.
Both Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Cynthia Nixon are vying for the state's top office in a Democratic primary.
Island Vote: Political strategist previews Democratic gubernatorial debate
Island Vote: Political strategist previews Democratic gubernatorial debate
Political strategist Mike Dawidziak joins News 12's Stone Grissom to talk about the battle between Gov. Andrew Cuomo and challenger Cynthia Nixon ahead of Wednesday's debate.
Political strategist Mike Dawidziak joins News 12's Stone Grissom to talk about the battle between Gov. Andrew Cuomo and challenger Cynthia Nixon ahead of Wednesday's debate.
Island Vote: Former Rep. Israel discusses midterms, 2020 election
Island Vote: Former Rep. Israel discusses midterms, 2020 election
The former U.S. congressman from New York's 3rd District sat down with News 12's Stone Grissom to discuss the upcoming midterm elections and who he thinks will be the Democratic nominee in 2020.The former U.S. congressman from New York's 3rd District sat down with News 12's Stone Grissom to discuss the upcoming midterm elections and who he thinks will be the Democratic nominee in 2020.Island Vote 2018: State Senate candidate Anna Kaplan
Island Vote 2018: State Senate candidate Anna Kaplan
North Hempstead Councilwoman Anna Kaplan is the only New York State Senate candidate endorsed by former President Barack Obama.
North Hempstead Councilwoman Anna Kaplan is the only New York State Senate candidate endorsed by former President Barack Obama.
Ask the County Executive with Laura Curran -- Jan. 24, 2019
Ask the County Executive with Laura Curran -- Jan. 24, 2019
Nassau County Executive Laura Curran joins News 12 Long Island for this month's "Ask the County Executive."
Nassau County Executive Laura Curran joins News 12 Long Island for this month's "Ask the County Executive."
