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Power & Politics: Riverhead Supervisor-Elect Yvette Aguiar
Power & Politics: Riverhead Supervisor-Elect Yvette Aguiar
Riverhead Supervisor-Elect Yvette Aguiar, a retired NYPD counterterrorism sergeant and Long Island's first Hispanic supervisor, stopped by the News 12 Long Island studio to answer viewer questions following her election.Riverhead Supervisor-Elect Yvette Aguiar, a retired NYPD counterterrorism sergeant and Long Island's first Hispanic supervisor, stopped by the News 12 Long Island studio to answer viewer questions following her election.Sen. Carlucci introduces bill to tax online companies for using people’s personal data
Sen. Carlucci introduces bill to tax online companies for using people’s personal data
State Sen. David Carlucci has introduced a bill in Albany that would tax online companies for using your personal data.State Sen. David Carlucci has introduced a bill in Albany that would tax online companies for using your personal data.Former NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg officially announces presidential bid
Former NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg officially announces presidential bid
The first ad is set to hit more than 100 markets across the nation today for Michael Bloomberg.The first ad is set to hit more than 100 markets across the nation today for Michael Bloomberg.Power & Politics: The Impeachment Inquiry
Power & Politics: The Impeachment Inquiry
Political strategist Mike Dawidziak and Hofstra University Constitutional Law professor Julian Ku join News 12's Stone Grissom to dissect impeachment and the impeachment inquiry against President Donald Trump.Political strategist Mike Dawidziak and Hofstra University Constitutional Law professor Julian Ku join News 12's Stone Grissom to dissect impeachment and the impeachment inquiry against President Donald Trump.Town of Babylon supervisor testifies at Spota, McPartland trial
Town of Babylon supervisor testifies at Spota, McPartland trial
Jurors in the Thomas Spota/Christopher McPartland obstruction of justice trial heard Monday from Democratic Party boss Richard Schaffer, who is also the Town of Babylon supervisor and a longtime friend of the former Suffolk DA.Jurors in the Thomas Spota/Christopher McPartland obstruction of justice trial heard Monday from Democratic Party boss Richard Schaffer, who is also the Town of Babylon supervisor and a longtime friend of the former Suffolk DA.Cuomo's office hits back at report that he considered 2020 run
Cuomo's office hits back at report that he considered 2020 run
Gov. Andrew Cuomo's office is striking down rumors that the Democratic governor considered running for president.Gov. Andrew Cuomo's office is striking down rumors that the Democratic governor considered running for president.Ousted ambassador felt threat; President Trump assails her anew
Ousted ambassador felt threat; President Trump assails her anew
Former U.S. Ukraine Ambassador Marie Yovanovitch provided chilling detail in Trump impeachment hearings Friday.Former U.S. Ukraine Ambassador Marie Yovanovitch provided chilling detail in Trump impeachment hearings Friday.Roger Stone guilty of witness tampering, lying to Congress
Roger Stone guilty of witness tampering, lying to Congress
Roger Stone, a longtime friend and ally of President Donald Trump, has been found guilty at his trial in federal court in Washington.Roger Stone, a longtime friend and ally of President Donald Trump, has been found guilty at his trial in federal court in Washington.Newsday: Officials say Hempstead supervisor ballots will be counted Monday
Newsday: Officials say Hempstead supervisor ballots will be counted Monday
Next week residents will learn the official winner of the Hempstead supervisor's race.Next week residents will learn the official winner of the Hempstead supervisor's race.Power & Politics: Hempstead Supervisor-Elect Don Clavin, Clerk-Elect Kate Murray
Power & Politics: Hempstead Supervisor-Elect Don Clavin, Clerk-Elect Kate Murray
It was a big Election Day for Republicans in the Town of Hempstead. In this week's Power & Politics, the duo is looking forward to their upcoming time in office.It was a big Election Day for Republicans in the Town of Hempstead. In this week's Power & Politics, the duo is looking forward to their upcoming time in office.Power and Politics: Incoming Riverhead Supervisor Yvette Aguiar
Power and Politics: Incoming Riverhead Supervisor Yvette Aguiar
News 12's Stone Grissom sits with incoming Riverhead Supervisor Yvette Aguiar to discuss a wide range of issues.
News 12's Stone Grissom sits with incoming Riverhead Supervisor Yvette Aguiar to discuss a wide range of issues.
News 12's Stone Grissom sits with incoming Riverhead Supervisor Yvette Aguiar to discuss a wide range of issues.News 12's Stone Grissom sits with incoming Riverhead Supervisor Yvette Aguiar to discuss a wide range of issues.Impeachment witness says Trump asked about Ukraine probes
Impeachment witness says Trump asked about Ukraine probes
A top American diplomat revealed new evidence Wednesday of President Donald Trump’s efforts to press Ukraine to investigate political rivals.A top American diplomat revealed new evidence Wednesday of President Donald Trump’s efforts to press Ukraine to investigate political rivals.Jury selected in former Suffolk DA Spota cover-up trial
Jury selected in former Suffolk DA Spota cover-up trial
Jury selection continued Wednesday in the long-awaited trial of Suffolk County's former top prosecutor Thomas Spota and his former aide Christopher McPartland.
Jury selection continued Wednesday in the long-awaited trial of Suffolk County's former top prosecutor Thomas Spota and his former aide Christopher McPartland.
A jury was selected Wednesday in the long-awaited trial of Suffolk County's former top prosecutor Thomas Spota and his former aide Christopher McPartland.A jury was selected Wednesday in the long-awaited trial of Suffolk County's former top prosecutor Thomas Spota and his former aide Christopher McPartland.Long Island DACA recipients to head to DC to rally in front of Supreme Court
Long Island DACA recipients to head to DC to rally in front of Supreme Court
Some Long Island recipients of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program will go to Washington, D.C. Tuesday to rally in support of the program.Some Long Island recipients of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program will go to Washington, D.C. Tuesday to rally in support of the program.Republican Donald Clavin Jr. declares victory in Hempstead supervisor race
Republican Donald Clavin Jr. declares victory in Hempstead supervisor race
Clavin, the longtime town receiver of taxes, declared victory in the race. Gillen did not concede and will wait for absentee ballots to be tabulated.Clavin, the longtime town receiver of taxes, declared victory in the race. Gillen did not concede and will wait for absentee ballots to be tabulated.Will the ‘Trump Effect’ be in play during tonight’s elections?
Will the ‘Trump Effect’ be in play during tonight’s elections?
Voters in elections nationwide may find out what role, if any, President Donald Trump will play at the polls.
Voters in elections nationwide may find out what role, if any, President Donald Trump will play at the polls.
Voters in elections nationwide may find out what role, if any, President Donald Trump will play at the polls.Voters in elections nationwide may find out what role, if any, President Donald Trump will play at the polls.Island Vote: Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino seeks second term
Island Vote: Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino seeks second term
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino is being challenged by a fellow Republican in his bid for reelection.Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino is being challenged by a fellow Republican in his bid for reelection.Island Vote: County Executive Steve Bellone challenged in run for 3rd term
Island Vote: County Executive Steve Bellone challenged in run for 3rd term
Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone says he deserves a third term because of his improvements to the county’s deficit, but his opponents say he’s actually done little to help.Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone says he deserves a third term because of his improvements to the county’s deficit, but his opponents say he’s actually done little to help.Island Vote: Singas touts record as Nassau DA; challenger says it’s ‘time for a change’
Island Vote: Singas touts record as Nassau DA; challenger says it’s ‘time for a change’
Nassau District Attorney Madeline Singas says she deserves another term due to her record, while her Republican challenger says it’s time for a change.
Nassau District Attorney Madeline Singas says she deserves another term due to her record, while her Republican challenger says it’s time for a change.
Nassau District Attorney Madeline Singas says she deserves another term due to her record, while her Republican challenger says it’s time for a change.Nassau District Attorney Madeline Singas says she deserves another term due to her record, while her Republican challenger says it’s time for a change.Island Vote: 2019 Voters Guide
Island Vote: 2019 Voters Guide
Summary of the 2019 races and bios of the candidates. Your one place to find out what you need before you head to the polls!
Summary of the 2019 races and bios of the candidates. Your one place to find out what you need before you head to the polls!
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.
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
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
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
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."