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Only in NewsdayLI's four representatives pass few bills in divided Congress

With Congress passing few bills, lawmakers are scrambling to receive recognition in other ways.

Law aims to educate boaters about avoiding whale collisions

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Vaccine guidance gap widens between Trump administration and state health officials, LI doctors

Long Beach secures $1.1M in federal funds for ongoing water treatment upgrades

Only in Newsday'Mega master' immigration hearings stress speed over due process, advocates say

Only in NewsdayHusband-and-wife duo open LI neighborhood grill

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Trump to visit Nassau to stump for Blakeman at law enforcement event

First in NewsdayGotti grandson ordered to begin prison sentence

Opponents assail proposed Amazon fulfillment complex at community meeting

Judge puts the temporary brakes on Mamdani's luxury-home tax

LI man charged with driving while impaired after crash that killed construction worker, injured 2 others

Boat in fatal accident was overcrowded and not authorized to provide tours in New York Harbor, feds say

Only in NewsdayJets, Giants fans on Long Island see reasons to be optimistic

Only in NewsdayLI districts reported 1,906 bullying incidents in 2024-25. Advocates say the number could be bigger.

Out East: Shamrock Christmas Tree Farm's new evergreen maze

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Unicorn-themed dresses help girls who are undergoing chemo feel 'like a princess'

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Beach hop with savory stops along LI's coastal bike path

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Picture This: That time an LI nurse killed several patients

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ICE presence once again growing on LI

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LI Works: That's a wrap! Ken tries his hand at wrapping cars

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Island Park restaurant holds annual clam-eating contest

Volunteers of LI: Kings Park man does his part to preserve nature

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Trying the social media menu at Island Lake Diner

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WWII airman from LI laid to rest 8 decades after his death

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Things to do

MacArthur Airport's top layover hubs and what to do in the area

Explore layover options at Baltimore, Orlando and Fort Lauderdale airports when flying from MacArthur Airport. Discover amenities, lounges, and nearby attractions.

MORE ON THIS TOPICNever been to MacArthur Airport? Things every Long Islander should know.17 nonstop destinations to visit from MacArthur Airport MacArthur's direct route to paradise: Discover Florida's hidden gem

Direct flights to paradise: Why LIers love this beach town

New U-pick flower and strawberry farm opens in central LI

2nd annual Suffolk Oyster Fest returns

Here comes the wedding content creator

The Little Apple: Viral model of NYC on display at city museum

Vintage and collectibles shop moves to a larger location

LI nostalgia

90s craze for every age: Why the Hacky Sack is cool again on LI

Hacky Sacks are trending again, thanks to Instagram and TikTok's viral influence.

MORE ON THIS TOPICHere comes the wedding content creator These summer day trip ideas are $1 with LIRR's Family Fare From Nintendo to vinyl, young LIers are leaning into retro tech

Picture This: That time they caught a Great white shark in Montauk

That time a 'monster' washed ashore in Montauk

Remembering Howard Johnson's, the beloved restaurant chain

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Long Islanders Favorites

Vietnam vet collects his Purple Heart 58 years after he was shot helping a wounded comrade

Daniel Knote also earned a Bronze Star Medal for his service in Vietnam. But due to a paperwork mistake, the Purple Heart was not listed in his military files — until now.

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

Tri-County Bazaar's 'TikTok Queen' draws an audience — and shoppers — to Levittown

New brewery opens in LI village

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

EDITORIALSNassau should welcome audit

Blakeman has long promised to stand with Nassau taxpayers, to do right by them.

GUEST ESSAYSThe time is right to become a teacher in NY

LETTERSFauci grilling reveals rifts, Liberty rate hikes, more

THE POINT'Civil war' brewing among Suffolk Dems

Out East: Shamrock Christmas Tree Farm's new evergreen maze

02:43

Unicorn-themed dresses help girls who are undergoing chemo feel 'like a princess'

01:29

Beach hop with savory stops along LI's coastal bike path

01:24

Picture This: That time an LI nurse killed several patients

02:35

ICE presence once again growing on LI

02:34

LI Works: That's a wrap! Ken tries his hand at wrapping cars

02:01

Island Park restaurant holds annual clam-eating contest

Volunteers of LI: Kings Park man does his part to preserve nature

01:58

Trying the social media menu at Island Lake Diner

01:13

WWII airman from LI laid to rest 8 decades after his death

01:46

More Long Island

Democrats file complaint over Blakeman's AI-generated ads

The state Democratic chair alleges that Blakeman is violating a state law that requires political communications that use artificial intelligence to state so clearly.

Hotel and wedding venue Hyatt Regency Long Island sells for $26.5M

Perseid meteor shower peaks this week. Here's what LI stargazers need to know.

Only in Newsday13-year-old Italian spot reaches for the star ... chef

She helps girls undergoing chemo feel 'like a princess'

Port Washington Little League suffers first loss in Metro Region

Nation / World

Trump pivots back to sanctions for Iran as other strategies to end his war fizzle

President Donald Trump likes to say that he started his war with Iran after 50 years of economic pressure had failed to stop its nuclear weapons ambitions.

As Trump Media scraps some businesses, it's doubling down on Truth Social and the president

Colombia searches for its missing after a powerful earthquake kills more than 100

Connecticut Democrats weigh generational change as US. Rep. John Larson, 78, faces primary fight

Have trouble sleeping in a new place? Most do because of the first-night effect

Newsday Live

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

Sports

Albanese: Time is now to try Senga as Mets closer

Senga has struggled the last two seasons, but with his $15 million guaranteed for next year, why not try him in a new role in a lost season?

Giants training camp: Dart slides, 'Maniac' slows down and more

Latest Updates5 observations from Monday's practice Carter among those out of Monday's practice Harbaugh: 'Where do we go this week?'

Boland: Yankees' bats are wasting strong starting pitching

Baty hits his first career grand slam to beat Atlanta

Investigations

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

The town's housing authority used an unlawful system to curate its waitlist for apartments, according to federal officials.

MORE ON THIS TOPICFailure to offer public housing to disabled people behind denial of redevelopment plans, feds say Franklin Square senior housing development lands $19M in subsidies, tax breaks Mold, roaches and 'life-threatening' hazards: Why these LI public housing facilities failed inspections

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

Sex Next DoorWomen arrested at illicit spas in Nassau risk deportation, but not in Suffolk

Only in NewsdayNorth Fork BBQ spot hits its stride

Only in NewsdayTop BBQ spot closes after nearly a decade

Family-run seafood restaurant closing after 49 years

Only in NewsdayStoried neighborhood bar postpones reopening

High School Sports

What LIer should know about college basketball recruiting

Thomas said he created the event because families are navigating new changes and long-standing rules they may not fully understand.

School enrollment down across Long Island

See changes in enrollment by district.

Entertainment

LI confidential: 'Blue Bloods' showrunner pens 'One Good Eye'

Pat Battle gives cancer update on 'Weekend Today'

Elvis is dead, but his leading ladies live on. Here are 7 memorable co-stars.

Melissa Joan Hart, Paula Hart honored at first Sayville Film Festival

Thanks to 'Spider-Man.' 'Toy Story,' 'The Odyssey,' Hollywood has a sizzling summer

By the time they got to Woodstock, these legendary rock acts had already played LI gigs

Q&A: Ms. Lauryn Hill on the Diaspora Calling! festival in the UK, the Fugees' legacy and D'Angelo

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