"These drought conditions are serious and threatening." Despite pleas for help, East End residents continue excessive water use, SCWA says. trib.al/Cmonzsi

Real estate data in New York and nationwide data says that more than 65 percent of realtors are women, according to a state senator. trib.al/T7X4ifu

He lured three men with the promise of work, assaulted them and strangled at least one, Suffolk DA says. trib.al/BtCQqC9

The driver fled a traffic stop and then crashed his 2018 BMW, flipping it over, at around 1 a.m., Suffolk cops say. trib.al/M5Hsp1s

The illegal snake collection were given to a wildlife refuge out-of-state, DEC officials said. trib.al/yHRTWTT

He was crossing the tracks in a wooded area and did not respond to a warning horn to stop, police say. trib.al/IxrZErj

She was involved in a North Haven crash with the children, both under 15, in her vehicle, police say. trib.al/GduJv5d

Also: Lottery winner / Grossinger's fire / DWI crash with 2 kids: PD / Back-to-school scams / Hate crimes / Woman Stole $4M: Feds / Snakes trib.al/wOkkYuz

He lured the teen, who was attending a party at the home where he lives, into the basement, police say. trib.al/p4lcoGx

Lew Wiener, who has cancer, says his girls taught him how to live. "That night defined a tragic ending— but our lives are defined by joy." trib.al/OAKkH2B

Good morning, Long Island! Here's what you need to know before leaving for your Friday morning commute. trib.al/I46YYKh

Suffolk detectives "believe one or both died from self-inflicted injuries," police say. trib.al/Wvhi9BC

Investigators believe the vehicle in the July 25 incident is a red Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, cops say. trib.al/Mo9Z9Fi

The duo, who are described as white, tore down the Pride Flag from a tree outside the home back in May, Suffolk police said. trib.al/pDxIKuq

Here's what you need to know about the 3-day event. trib.al/jVqyd1Z

A look at some recent arrests in the area. trib.al/NHxNRuq

Here are some fun activities to check out this weekend on Long Island. trib.al/1BryjxX

The team from Long Island is facing its first challenger in the series tonight at 7 p.m. trib.al/CStao5i

He was transported to a local hospital for treatment, and the shooter remains at large, cops said. trib.al/zxwZONs

Real estate sources told Long Island Business News that the property traded for $16.2 million earlier this month. trib.al/zv8zRk4