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WSHU reporter Charles Lane has followed policing in Nassau extensively after the county vowed to reform and become more transparent and equitable. Through a mix of quick accountability stories and deep dive investigations, his reporting shows how Nassau is still far off from being transparent and fair with the public.

WSHU reporter Charles Lane has followed policing in Nassau extensively after the county vowed to reform and become more transparent and equitable. Through a mix of quick accountability stories and deep dive investigations, his reporting shows how Nassau is still far off from being transparent and fair with the public.

Ten years ago, Superstorm Sandy hit Long Island. The hurricane brought high-speed winds, heavy rains, and a 14-foot storm surge. Half a million people lost power for more than a week. WSHU covered communities most affected by Sandy, and their journeys to recover in the decade since.

In June, when the Supreme Court overturned the nearly 50-year precedent established in Roe v. Wade, control over reproductive rights shifted to state lawmakers and protests broke out across the country. WSHU reporters were on the ground, speaking with protesters and covering political leaders in Connecticut and on Long Island as they reacted to this change.

Suffolk County's first public campaign finance program faced a rocky start in June 2020. The program, which diverted county revenue from casinos to fund smaller local campaigns, faced immediate backlash from Republican legislators, who sought to repeal it before it took effect. WSHU covered the controversy over the program as County Executive Steve Bellone vetoed its repeal — and the veto was overridden.

In the months following his election, Rep. George Santos has come under fire for fabricating parts of his resume during his campaign. WSHU reporters followed the aftermath of this discovery, as Santos faced mounting ethics and finance investigations.

WSHU presents a four-part concert series showcasing Beethoven’s violin sonatas featuring Andrew Smith and Joshua Pierce.