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Taxing Long Island

Taxing Long Island

Congested roads, skyrocketing train fares and some of the highest taxes in the country.

Long Islanders are fed up, but News 12 is here to help!

Every Tuesday and Thursday morning we’ll tackle the issues that bother you most and help you look for solutions to what’s making life on Long Island so taxing.

Watch “Taxing Long Island” every Tuesday and Thursday morning starting at 5 a.m. only on News 12.

Story image: As housing costs rise, down payment support programs expand options for buyers

As housing costs rise, down payment support programs expand options for buyers

Southold proposes a new down payment assistance program offering up to $135,000 to help qualified buyers overcome rising home prices and make homeownership more attainable.

Story image: New York launches 'Cannabis Honestly' campaign as Long Island cannabis tax revenue grows

New York launches 'Cannabis Honestly' campaign as Long Island cannabis tax revenue grows

Story image: Taxing Long Island: NY to roll out chip-enabled SNAP cards in 2027 to combat benefit theft

Taxing Long Island: NY to roll out chip-enabled SNAP cards in 2027 to combat benefit theft

Story image: Taxing Long Island: Credit card fees

Taxing Long Island: Credit card fees

Story image: Looking to lower your summer electric bill? PSEG Long Island shares money-saving tips

Looking to lower your summer electric bill? PSEG Long Island shares money-saving tips

Alex Valentino, PSEG Long Island Director of Energy Efficiency, says a few simple adjustments can help keep cooling costs under control during the hottest months of the year.

Story image: Your tax dollars paid for the primary elections, even if you didn't cast a ballot

Your tax dollars paid for the primary elections, even if you didn't cast a ballot