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Only in NewsdayFor Gilgo serial killer's lawyer, the case became biggest challenge of his career

Michael J. Brown discusses his client, the evidence and the path to a plea deal.

MORE ON THIS TOPICGilgo Beach serial killer moved upstate for prison processing Gilgo Beach serial killer sentenced to life in prison for 8 killings that shocked Long Island Gilgo Beach killings investigation complete coverage

'There was a lot of fear': Mom, fire chief describe drama after Adventureland ride suddenly stopped

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Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney sat down with NewsdayTV’s Ken Buffa to discuss the Gilgo case and the sentencing of Rex Heuermann. Credit: Newsday/Steve Pfost; News 12/ Pool. Photo Credit: Newsday/ James Carbone; Handout

'We had a very strong case' Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney sat down with NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa to discuss the Gilgo case and the sentencing of Rex Heuermann.

Get more on these and other NewsdayTV stories

Man falls to his death during Goose concert at MSG

Only in NewsdayLI 5-year-old girl's terminal diagnosis gives her baby brother a chance to live

Father's Day: Hockey enthusiast beats cancer thanks to his donor — his son

10 standout LI seafood market cafes

Early voting guide for June primary elections

WALLET WATCH

Wallet WatchLI renters say the 'American Dream' is slipping away

They've saved, worked extra jobs and kept looking. Many Long Island renters still can't find a path to homeownership.

MORE ON THIS TOPICNassau median home price climbs to record $890,000 See what $2,500 in rent gets you on Long Island Rentals are hard to come by on LI. When they do, they 'disappear within a week.'

Only in Newsday$20-$60 per tooth? The Tooth Fairy is taking a bite out of LI parents' budgets

U.S. gas prices below $4 for 1st time since March, but remain 25% higher than last year

Track gas prices, LI housing costs and more

MORE TOP STORIES

Ideal Father's Day weather on tap; rain, possible flooding Monday

Battle for control of Suffolk Democratic Party triggers higher number of races for county committee

Man found unconscious after near-drowning in apartment complex pool

2 people in their 90s hospitalized after crashing into metal pole

Toast and pastry cafe opens 2 LI locations

Vance meets top Iranian officials as US looks to prod Iran to 'turn over a new leaf'

In Hicksville, Juneteenth festival highlights Black-owned businesses

How many of these classic LI experiences shape your summer?

Only in NewsdayMeet Long Island's Class of 2026 salutatorians

Father and son: LI's Joe, Joey Spallina on opposing sides in Premier Lacrosse League

Only in NewsdayU.S. Open: Ann Enstine has ruled women's golf at Shinnecock Hills for 50 years

Salute to the Champs3 cheers! Huntington, Sayville, CSH girls lacrosse couldn't be stopped

Salute to the ChampsHow Massapequa, St. Dominic and LuHi won state baseball crowns

Northport's Pridefest brings together community as flag controversy recedes

Federal judge temporarily blocks Nassau from enforcing 'buffer zone' law near houses of worship

A look back at LI's hurricane history

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Fans line the streets for Knicks parade

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Rex Heuermann sentenced to life without parole

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Out East: Main & Mill House

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Fire Island daycation: Visiting Kismet via pedicab

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Long Beach's Dunia Sibomana-Rodriguez throws first pitch at Yankee Stadium

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Tech-free learning at The Waldorf School of Garden City

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Set sail in piece of maritime history

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Long Island in the '70s exhibit in Stony Brook

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Things to do

Fire Island by pedicab: Take a ride to this laid-back community

Enjoy a scenic trip from Robert Moses Field 5 to Kismet, with a low-key downtown, quiet beach and tasty eats.

MORE ON THIS TOPICPools, daybeds and more: LI hotels that offer day passes to access amenities Take a nostalgic station-hopping train trip with LIRR's Day Pass Main Street staycation: Explore Northport's restaurants, shops and more

Father's Day events: Festivals, concerts and sports

Only in NewsdaySurf's up: The ultimate guide to 90+ LI beaches

Where to go camping (or glamping) on LI

Make a splash at these public pools on LI

Make waves: 9 LI water sports to try

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Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney sat down with NewsdayTV’s Ken Buffa to discuss the Gilgo case and the sentencing of Rex Heuermann. Credit: Newsday/Steve Pfost; News 12/ Pool. Photo Credit: Newsday/ James Carbone; Handout

'We had a very strong case' Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney sat down with NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa to discuss the Gilgo case and the sentencing of Rex Heuermann.

Get more on these and other NewsdayTV stories

Long Islanders' Favorites

The LI story behind Knicks star's Siegelman Stable hat

The equestrian clothing brand has Long Island roots.

MORE ON THIS TOPICLI baker creates massive cake for Knicks president LI baker's trendy treats scored spot at Knicks championship party

Dear Dad: LI student-athletes pen letters for Father's Day

Will Social Security fund run out of money in 2032? What you need to know.

Alicia Keys sings (a bit of) Billy Joel classic at Knicks' celebration

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

MICHAEL DOBIEWhen fathers linger after they're gone

A memory of my father and father-in-law was at once comforting and sobering.

EDITORIALSReexamine graduation standards

CARTOONSSee Matt Davies' latest cartoon

COMMENTARYData centers are stewing in their own pollution

A look back at LI's hurricane history

03:59

Fans line the streets for Knicks parade

02:08

Rex Heuermann sentenced to life without parole

03:09

Out East: Main & Mill House

02:40

Fire Island daycation: Visiting Kismet via pedicab

02:23

Long Beach's Dunia Sibomana-Rodriguez throws first pitch at Yankee Stadium

01:22

Tech-free learning at The Waldorf School of Garden City

01:10

Set sail in piece of maritime history

01:58

Long Island in the '70s exhibit in Stony Brook

01:21

More Long Island

Only in Newsday2011 pharmacy killings a touchstone moment in opioid crisis

Fifteen years after the quadruple homicides, progress on stemming the opioid crisis is mixed with memories of the killings and the innocents lost.

MORE ON THIS TOPICLong Island had a death a day from overdoses. That's a 50% drop from 4 years ago.

Only in NewsdayData center proposed for Yaphank in existing warehouse complex

East Hampton leaders condemn LaLota's funding threat over ICE restrictions

Caregiver stole nearly $10,000 of jewelry from mom, daughter she was aiding

3rd person charged in fatal beating in Shirley house

How to assist monarch butterflies on their epic treks

Serial killer's former LI home gets price reduction

Nation / World

What to know about the legacy of Brexit, which still divides Britain 10 years on

U.K. voters chose to leave the European Union in a referendum that 10 years on still forges political identities.

At least 12 shot after SUV pulls up and opens fire on a crowd, Chicago police say

Ukrainian attacks prompt Russian-held Crimea to halt civilian gasoline sales

In Taylor Swift's beach town, every clue becomes a wedding rumor

Trump tries to blame Reflecting Pool woes on vandalism, without offering substantiation

Newsday Live

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

Sports

Happy Father's Day! Knicks give their dads an NBA championship

The joy from father to son wasn't restricted to just Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns and their dads.

Only in NewsdayShinnecock and the players trying to master it at U.S. Open have Yankees' attention

Scheffler isn't obsessed with career Grand Slam, but aims for it at U.S. Open

Rock: Sam Stevens, an everyman in search of a U.S. Open title

Investigations

Newsday InvestigatesAn LI town is still issuing school bus camera tickets it once called 'troubling'

There were 36,000 tickets issued last year within school districts that never agreed to join Hempstead Town's program, records show.

MORE ON THIS TOPIC80,000 BusPatrol tickets issued in school districts that don't participate in program Town's school bus camera ticket vendor offered payments to woo holdout districts See more Newsday investigations

Newsday InvestigatesOvertime for Nassau, Suffolk workers surges to $74M above budget

Newsday InvestigatesHundreds of LI massage spas sell sex. Neighbors complain. Raids are up. Business thrives.

Map: These LI massage spas have been raided as officials attempt to disrupt sex trade

Only in NewsdayWaterfront eatery to reopen outdoor dining service after fire

Only in NewsdayPioneering LI restaurant to close

Only in NewsdayTop LI bistro closes after nearly 5 years

Only in NewsdayLI baker creates massive cake for Knicks president

High School Sports

Salute to the ChampsFive stars! How these LI boys lacrosse teams from secured state titles

Each team took a different journey en route to earning the championship hardware.

School enrollment down across Long Island

See changes in enrollment by district.

Entertainment

Alicia Keys sings (a bit of) Billy Joel classic at Knicks' celebration

First in NewsdayArgyle Theatre sets 'Cher,' 'Jimmy Buffett' musicals

2026 Stony Brook Film Festival sets full lineup

Take the 1970s nostalgia quiz to find out how groovy you are

In 'Toy Story 5,' cowgirl Jessie won't say howdy tech

Did Mamdani confirm Taylor Swift's Madison Square Garden wedding?

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