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GOP and MAGA. Inc-aligned PACs pause ads attacking Suozzi

The race has been viewed as among the pivotal swing-seat contests nationally.

MORE ON THIS TOPICGOP spending $11M to unseat Suozzi, surprising analysts Republicans attack Suozzi over goal to legalize up to 10 million people

FBI interviewed at least three people about inner workings of Suffolk Dem Party and lead-up to Rich Schaffer vote

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Residents sue over industrial park plan ... Teen pleads guilty to fatal stabbing at house party ... Jets-Pats preview Credit: Newsday

Updated 3 minutes ago Tax hike in town's proposed budget ... Residents sue over industrial park plan ... Attacks ads targeting Suozzi paused ... Out East: McCall Wines

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Ex-Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, wife plead not guilty to torturing Americans

White powder sent to Schumer's D.C. office

Dollar General overcharged customers, will donate $1.9M in goods to nonprofit

LI man admits supplying drugs to 13-year-old girl in exchange for sex, prosecutors say

NYS buys 750 acres around Shoreham nuclear power plant for state forest preserve

Education

Only in NewsdaySAT scores for the Class of 2026 are out. Here's how NYS students performed.

New York's Class of 2026 had a higher mean SAT score than the national average and the state's highest participation rate since 2020, according to a Newsday analysis.

Thousands of kids play sports on LI. Most won't play in college. Here's why.

New superintendent appointed to LI school district facing fiscal turmoil

Wallet WatchSteps LI families can take now to cut college costs

Wallet Watch

Wallet WatchBoost in Social Security benefits set for 2027 won't keep up with inflation, LI experts say

Starting in January, retirement beneficiaries will see an average increase of $75 per month, the Social Security Administration said.

MORE ON THIS TOPIC'Work until you drop ... is not a plan': Here's what you need to retire on LI Long Island seniors saved for retirement. Now, they worry the money won't last.See more Wallet Watch coverage

Wallet Watch First in NewsdayLI home prices fall in September from record highs

Track gas prices, LI housing costs and more

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Only in NewsdayLI's best new restaurants of 2026

Police say at least 2 were hospitalized after shooting at elementary school, and the shooter is dead

Ditch to replace Relish in Kings Park

Wallet WatchThese 14 LI areas rank among priciest ZIP codes in U.S.

Stop & Shop's website, app offline due to 'security issue,' company says

First in NewsdayTown's proposed budget with nearly 6% tax hike includes raises for elected officials

Nassau house fire leaves resident injured

Hewlett Harbor's Tariq Khan dies. Entrepreneur and philanthropist was 74.

First in NewsdayTown faces two lawsuits over planned industrial park

LI man seriously injured after falling from roof of food truck

Why we still love 'Lucy' after 75 years

Only in NewsdayHow a defendant's mental competency was evaluated in 3 high-profile LI criminal cases

What to expect at this year's Oyster Fest

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Path cleared for 366-unit housing project near Jake's 58 casino

02:03

Design your own martini at this Long Beach speakeasy

02:09

A hauntingly good time in Sleepy Hollow

01:42

Out East: Sannino Vineyard

02:46

A sneak peek of Billy Joel's motorcycles going to auction next month

01:53

Working Moms: Maternal mental health

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It's Oktoberfest every day at this Long Beach restaurant

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LI High School marching band to perform in London New Year’s Parade

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2 whales stranded on LI

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LI Votes 2026

Boosting voter turnout aim of 'No Kings' protests

The protests are planned for Long Island and nationwide to boost support for early voter turnout for the midterm elections.

Only in NewsdayFederal agency investigating ethics complaint against D'Esposito

How Long Islanders can vote this election season

Only in NewsdayTakeaways from the Hochul-Blakeman debate

Things to do

No Plaza? 6 luxury NYC hotels to visit while the iconic spot is closed.

The Plaza Hotel will close in January for a four-year facade restoration.

MORE ON THIS TOPICPosh pups: 3 ultra-lux dog-friendly hotels on LI Spend the night on a historic LI farm with a bakery Why this village is LI's best-kept secret this fall

Take a peak foliage day trip upstate via Leaf Peeper train

This East End hotel booking hack will save you almost half

LI indie bookstores offer everything from novels to novel events

Only in NewsdayAll you need to know about this year's Oyster Fest

Only in NewsdayNew LI haunted attraction takes you on a terrifying ride

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Residents sue over industrial park plan ... Teen pleads guilty to fatal stabbing at house party ... Jets-Pats preview Credit: Newsday

Residents sue over industrial park plan ... Teen pleads guilty to fatal stabbing at house party ... Jets-Pats preview Credit: Newsday

Updated 3 minutes ago Tax hike in town's proposed budget ... Residents sue over industrial park plan ... Attacks ads targeting Suozzi paused ... Out East: McCall Wines

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Toxic 'forever chemicals' found in 13 LI waters, survey finds

PFAS have been linked to kidney and testicular cancers, liver damage, harm to the immune system and other health problems.

MORE ON THIS TOPICHard-to-remove 'forever chemicals' found in LI drinking water Search 'forever chemical' test results in LI drinking water

Only in NewsdayAddressing criticism, NYS AG says Cornell rape case investigation will be 'fair'

MacArthur Airport ranked nation's best small airport

LI Catholics shocked by Pope Leo's cancer surgery

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

ENDORSEMENTSAll of Newsday Opinion's 2026 election endorsements so far

Find out the candidates the editorial board chose and why as endorsements are published throughout October.

THE POINTStorefronts on the front lines in a Nassau race

COMMENTARYWar, rates and a global economy that won't break

COMMENTARYAI is changing motherhood for the worse

What to expect at this year's Oyster Fest

02:32

Path cleared for 366-unit housing project near Jake's 58 casino

02:03

Design your own martini at this Long Beach speakeasy

02:09

A hauntingly good time in Sleepy Hollow

01:42

Out East: Sannino Vineyard

02:46

A sneak peek of Billy Joel's motorcycles going to auction next month

01:53

Working Moms: Maternal mental health

02:00

It's Oktoberfest every day at this Long Beach restaurant

02:20

LI High School marching band to perform in London New Year’s Parade

02:00

2 whales stranded on LI

0:22

More Long Island

Only in NewsdayLI superintendent to receive $70G after resigning

Joseph Centamore abruptly resigned from the Connetquot school district in August.

MORE ON THIS TOPICLI district hires ex-Connetquot schools superintendent LI schools superintendent resigns after 3 years

'We are still here': New photo exhibit explores Native people's connection to the land

Suffolk lawmakers OK $1M bond settlement for LI man hurt in police-involved crash

First in NewsdayTown's lawsuit accuses firm of construction delays, cost overruns

Only in Newsday2nd World Trade Center victim ID'd through genetic genealogy

LI's ex-ambassador to Greece calls job vital after Guilfoyle forced out

Nation / World

Authorities investigate letters with 'suspicious substances' sent to congressional, election offices

Federal authorities are investigating letters with "suspicious substances" that have been mailed to congressional and election offices nationwide.

New White House press secretary Katie Zacharia defends her legal background and short first briefing

Car registered to man accused of planning mass shooting was at Hindu temple he targeted, police say

Hot weather and winds raise California wildfire threat as power shutoffs start

More roller coasters shut down as authorities investigate fatal fall at Georgia amusement park

Newsday Live

Newsday Live: A chat with Joan Lunden

Make 'Under': Shedding the Mental Load and Redefining Enough

Sports

Knicks raise their banner Tuesday. These two legends know what that's like.

Bill Bradley and Earl Monroe were at ribbon cutting for a new building for the Earl Monroe New Renaissance Basketball School in the South Bronx.

AnalysisHow the Isles' DeBoer is rewarding players this season

AnalysisHow Giants QB Winston and TE Likely quickly found their rhythm

Only in NewsdayPulling the strings: A look behind the scenes at how Mr. and Mrs. Met are bedazzled

Investigations

Newsday InvestigatesDatabase: Look up LI home healthcare agencies liable for wage theft

State and federal labor investigations found these 66 LI home healthcare agencies owe a total of $11.6 million in back wages to their employees.

Newsday InvestigatesVolunteer firefighter removed after Facebook comment about ICE

Newsday InvestigatesNassau jail officials didn't provide proper medical care, ICE records show

Newsday InvestigatesAs LI hospitals buy up old department stores, taxpayers shoulder heavier burden

Only in NewsdayPrivate 18-course dining experience opens below popular sushi spot

First in NewsdayIHOP headed to Suffolk space formerly occupied by restaurant chain

8 must-try sweet treats for fall

Chain eatery opens 1st LI location, inside mall

High School Sports

LI high school football preview for Week 6, plus game picks

It may be the most competitive week of the regular season in Nassau, Suffolk and the CHSFL.

MORE ON THIS TOPICHigh school football blog: Week 6 set to begin

School enrollment down across Long Island

See changes in enrollment by district.

Entertainment

Why we still love 'Lucy' after 75 years

Catching up with WCBS NewsRadio's Tim Scheld

Foghat's drummer calls Long Island home

Tilles Center is the haunt for 'Ghostbusters in Concert'

TCM to show Eva Marie Saint marathon

Learn about the art of guitar making from a master at Stony Brook fest

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