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Only in NewsdayNassau judge orders Long Island fire district to release settlement of lawsuit alleging sexual assault

Nassau judge Anna Grimaldi, in her written ruling issued on Wednesday, said public agencies cannot "immunize" settlement agreements from public release by calling them confidential.

LI groups to NYS: Rethink $1M threshold for 1989 mansion tax

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Newsday Investigates'It's shocking': Feds drop probe into Hempstead public housing discrimination

Moderna's cancer vaccine hits key goal in melanoma trial with LI hospital link

2 dead, 2 seriously hurt in 4 LI crashes

Only in NewsdaySeasonal route changes at MacArthur: Where you can fly nonstop this fall

5th LI Mister Softee storefront to open next month

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Albany woman charged with plotting to bomb State Capitol, FBI says

Flash flooding threat Thursday evening for Nassau, western Suffolk

LI man allegedly made death threats against Jeanine Pirro, Trump

MTA, LIRR officials encourage U.S. Open attendees to ride trains to the tennis tournament

Newsday InvestigatesRelatively lighter sex trafficking sentences are common, review of LI cases shows

Boat operator in ICE custody after deadly New York Harbor capsizing

Two dead rabid raccoons found in Suffolk — the 38th and 39th cases

LI man possessed child porn; images altered with AI, police say

Barbara Barker pens farewell column to Newsday

Only in NewsdayBlakeman, running mate split over future ICE agreements

Town resists ICE bill, prompting blowback

The Suffolk to host stars from 'Twin Peaks'

Trendy Bites: Get stuffed with these Italian 'soul-bowls'

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Environmentalists want more mandates to replace Suffolk septic systems as program falls behind

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Cruise from Northport Harbor on the Onda Bella

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Volunteers of Long Island: Wading River firefighter wants to be role model

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Outstanding out-of-state tickets holding back NYS license renewals

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Out East: All the buzz at the Hallockville Museum Farm

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High-voltage debate over $3B power line proposal

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NYPD video shows man being airlifted from Long Island park

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Using 3D printing to reconstruct unidentified human remains

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Police investigate hate graffiti at Shirley-Mastic mosque site

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High School Sports

Only in NewsdayFlag football's popularity on LI hurting participation in other girls sports

While flag football has seen a 70% increase in participation, sports such as softball (24.4%), girls lacrosse (18.4%) and track and field (16.5%) have experienced a decline.

MacArthur football shows support for coach who quit after first practice

High school football camps: Friends and foes, Long Beach's dynamic duo, and more

Latest UpdatesTerwilliger vs. Agwu a friendly competition this season Mepham under the radar?Bellmore JFK's destination: Hofstra

Things to do

NYC's South Street Seaport: Visit the new Balloon Museum, dine and shop

Uncover the rich maritime heritage of New York City at South Street Seaport, where visitors can explore historic vessels and wander along charming cobblestone streets.

MORE ON THIS TOPICExplore 4 NYC neighborhoods: Little Italy and more 4 LI hotels worth a staycation and things to do nearby The Little Apple: Viral model of NYC on display at city museum

Labor Day weekend events not to miss

Lynyrd Skynyrd and more can't-miss weekend events on LI

'Rocky the Musical' comes out swinging for its LI premiere

It's game on as mah-jongg is cool again

Remembering the era when $1k secured a Hamptons share

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Long Islanders Favorites

Only in NewsdayWoman pleads guilty to sex trafficking 14-year-old girl who went missing on LI for 25 days

Jacquelyn Comiskey, of Bellport, pleaded guilty to three charges in the case of the girl, who prosecutors said was repeatedly raped and sex trafficked during a 25-day span.

MORE ON THIS TOPICMissing girl: Complete coverage

Only in NewsdayLI dive bar to close after 33 years due to rising rent, owner says

Only in NewsdayFirst Long Island Potato Festival coming this fall

Nursing home group urges Trump to exempt Haitian TPS holders from removal from U.S.

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

COMMENTARYDemocrats' greatest divide isn't race or money

The backing for left-wing progressives remains limited in swing states.

COMMENTARYFDA turmoil: Political interference threatens drug safety standards

DAN JANISONCredit on crime is in the eye of the voter

LETTERSTicks, unchecked AI

Trendy Bites: Get stuffed with these Italian 'soul-bowls'

01:16

Environmentalists want more mandates to replace Suffolk septic systems as program falls behind

02:35

Cruise from Northport Harbor on the Onda Bella

01:39

Volunteers of Long Island: Wading River firefighter wants to be role model

01:48

Outstanding out-of-state tickets holding back NYS license renewals

02:27

Out East: All the buzz at the Hallockville Museum Farm

02:48

High-voltage debate over $3B power line proposal

02:22

NYPD video shows man being airlifted from Long Island park

0:49

Using 3D printing to reconstruct unidentified human remains

01:27

Police investigate hate graffiti at Shirley-Mastic mosque site

02:02

More Long Island

What to know about Meta trial over youth mental health

Questions and answers about the trial and potential changes to social media platforms as a result.

Only in NewsdayFunding cut jeopardizes LI nonprofit for abuse victims

Nun, parochial school teacher dies at 93

Stopping sex trafficking on Long Island aim of panel discussion

Only in NewsdayNew fast-food chain opens with LI's largest variety of momos

Owners of Smithtown home hope it stays a piece of history

Nation / World

Federal agents seize devices from ex-Rep. Eric Swalwell in sexual misconduct probe, AP source says

Federal agents have seized electronic devices from former Rep. Eric Swalwell and searched his Washington home as part of an investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct by the ex-Democratic congressman from California.

US aircraft carrier arrives in Middle East, relieving long-deployed USS Lincoln

The bond market swings back to worries and knocks US stocks lower

A magnitude 6.7 earthquake has shaken Peru's southern Andes, no immediate damages reported

Women in pink rally in support of Lindsay Clancy at her trial for killing her 3 children

Newsday Live

Newsday Live: Jennie Garth talks about career, health and happiness

Sports

Only in NewsdayJudge on former Yankees teammate Rizzo's broadcasting: 'It's been incredible to watch'

Anthony Rizzo has appeared in various roles for NBC in its first year of taking over "Sunday Night Baseball" and for Netflix on its three baseball broadcasts.

Barker: Farewell, Newsday, it's been my honor

Jets blog: Geno in, Rodgers out

Latest UpdatesGeno will start vs. Steelers Woody Johnson buys into Formula 1 team 3 things we're watching for in Friday's Jets vs. Steelers preseason game

Pete Alonso thinks he hits go-ahead homer against Yanks, but it goes foul . . . or does it?

Investigations

Newsday Investigates'It's shocking': Feds drop probe into Hempstead public housing discrimination

The "flip-flop" comes days after Newsday revealed the probe and raises questions about enforcement of fair housing laws.

MORE ON THIS TOPICLI housing authority favors white seniors over residents of color, disabled people, feds say. Here's how.Failure to offer public housing to disabled people behind denial of redevelopment plans, feds say Mold, roaches and 'life-threatening' hazards: Why these LI public housing facilities failed inspections

Newsday InvestigatesLI housing authority favors white seniors over residents of color, disabled people, feds say. Here's how.

Newsday InvestigatesICE is arresting immigrants on LI by surveilling parking lots, running license plates

Newsday InvestigatesWoman's fall at LI firehouse parking lot launches police probe, court action

16 hidden restaurants worth seeking out on LI

Tracks Raw Bar and Grill returns to Penn Station

Only in NewsdayFormer owner of Butera's restaurant sues new operator over payments, court filing shows

Coffee brand opens 1st LI location

High School Sports

Flag football taking over spring sports

Since girls flag football became an official sport in New York high schools in the spring of 2023, participation in the sport has increased nearly 70%, NewsdayTV's Jared Valluzzi reports.

MORE ON THIS TOPICFlag football's popularity on LI hurting participation in other girls sports

School enrollment down across Long Island

See changes in enrollment by district.

Entertainment

Too much of a good thing? 'Jeopardy' spinoffs put the show in overdrive.

The Suffolk to host stars from 'Twin Peaks'

'Sopranos' star Vincent Pastore goes out on a high note

Where was LI's first movie theater? First multiplex? First drive-in? We have the answers and more.

November to remember: Zebra plays 2 nights in Patchogue, releases new album

Olivia Colman is a new 'Murders' suspect

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