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Flood advisory in effect for part of LI as 'torrential' rain soaks the area

Heavy rains arriving later in the day could help clear the smoke from the Canadian wildfires.

MORE ON THIS TOPICWhat to know about wildfire smoke health risks Long Island weather: Latest forecast

Canadian wildfires spark cross-border tensions

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Three Newsday photographers talk to NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland about covering the tragic crash of TWA Flight 800 in 1996.

'I've never seen fire sitting on the water' Three Newsday photographers talk to NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland about covering the tragic crash of TWA Flight 800 in 1996.

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US military says 2 troops are dead and 1 is missing after Iran attacks a base in Jordan

Southold crash involving party bus, truck sends 6 to hospital with minor injuries

First in NewsdayEx-town employee wins $5.2M in retaliation lawsuit

Store clerk arrested in drug raid, and shop near school shut down

Judgment Day: Sentencing of the Gilgo serial killer

NewsdayTV goes behind the scenes of the day Rex Heuermann was sentenced for the Gilgo killings.

Asian fusion eatery opens 6th LI location

Only in NewsdayHow donors with deep pockets get around candidate contribution limits

Connecticut woman charged with sexual coercion of 13-year-old LI boy

WALLET WATCH

These Long Islanders downsized. Are they happy?

For many older Long Islanders, downsizing is less about square footage than simplifying daily life.

MORE ON THIS TOPICLiving with mom, dad, grandma, grandpa and the kids: How Long Island multigen households make it work The financial planning tool that can help aging Long Islanders keep their home and pay for care Retired LIers find paradise in The Villages, Florida

Wallet WatchMore LI renters are borrowing to pay rent. Is that a lifeline or a warning sign?

Wallet WatchThey love Long Island. They hate the tax bill.

Track gas prices, LI housing costs and more

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9 arrested, 12 vehicles seized at illegal street racing event in East Farmingdale

Only in NewsdayNUMC closes maternity services indefinitely

'Program Without Walls': Nonprofit opens LI location to help adults with autism

East Meadow bar partially damaged after parked car catches fire

What to know about LIE, Sunrise Highway overnight closures that start next week

As Trump looks for noncitizen voters, NYS officials point to safeguards

Dead body of man found in Three Mile Harbor by group of clammers

'Renaissance artist of tailoring' still makes suits by hand

MTA eyes more Suffolk LIRR improvements as new Yaphank station opens

Town cites East End resort, says it lacked key operating permits

Nassau police arrest 6 people, seize 47 guns during weapons trafficking crackdown

Barnes & Noble in Massapequa first on LI to unionize

Former Holy Trinity players 'heartbroken' over suspension of football program

Investor buys former Casanova Meats buildings in West Babylon for $3 million

Remember these 6 game shows from 1976? (Bet you don't remember them all)

NewsdayTV's Amy McGorry reunites with her liver transplant match

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Trendy Bites: Birria ramen

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Former Holy Trinity lineman reflects on football program suspension

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Out East: Brewery opens new restaurant

America 250: Battle of the Manor of St. George

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Take a peek inside Whiskey Down Diner's new location

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A getaway close to home for mom

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Suffolk brothel cop repeatedly ignored emergency calls before indictment

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Help boost the Great South Bay oyster population

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Boaters feeling the pinch at the pump

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Things to do

Critics' picks: Best lobster rolls on LI

Newsday's food critics have found the best takes on the summer-favorite dish.

MORE ON THIS TOPICLobster roll flights under $50 land at LI eateries Best LI restaurants on the water If you see soft-shell crab on the menu, grab it before it's gone

Explore 'the perfect small American town' for a weekend getaway

Camping on LI's North Shore: A budget-friendly escape

Outdoor movie schedule: Catch a film under the stars on LI

Flee to these 5 LI flea markets for troves of treasures

Massive new food hall opens in NYC with U.S. firsts

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Three Newsday photographers talk to NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland about covering the tragic crash of TWA Flight 800 in 1996.

'I've never seen fire sitting on the water' Three Newsday photographers talk to NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland about covering the tragic crash of TWA Flight 800 in 1996.

Get more on these and other NewsdayTV stories

Long Islanders' Favorites

Only in NewsdayNYS push for solar power eats away at upstate farmland

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman is making the spread of solar farms an issue in his race for governor.

Don't miss out on free ice cream this weekend

30 years after tragedy, families gather to commemorate victims of TWA Flight 800

First in NewsdayMike Francesa sells Manhasset home for $7.5 million

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

EDITORIALSTime for Trump to 'stop the steal'

States' control of the election process should not be usurped.

CARTOONSSee Matt Davies' latest cartoon

CATHY YOUNGDemocratic left's rise not irreversible

EDITORIALSHonor Flight 800 victims with truth

NewsdayTV's Amy McGorry reunites with her liver transplant match

02:31

Trendy Bites: Birria ramen

01:50

Former Holy Trinity lineman reflects on football program suspension

01:12

Out East: Brewery opens new restaurant

America 250: Battle of the Manor of St. George

02:47

Take a peek inside Whiskey Down Diner's new location

01:57

A getaway close to home for mom

02:21

Suffolk brothel cop repeatedly ignored emergency calls before indictment

01:23

Help boost the Great South Bay oyster population

02:11

Boaters feeling the pinch at the pump

02:11

More Long Island

Feds strip bike lanes, pedestrian protections from safety list

Long Island traffic experts said the changes aren't based on data and could affect what projects are funded.

House signals no fast action on farm visas important to LI

Only in NewsdayEdward Mangano's resentencing on corruption charges delayed until September

Only in NewsdayDramatic weight loss from GLP-1s keeping LI's plastic surgeons busy

First in NewsdayGotti grandson allowed to delay sentence to donate kidney to mom, federal judge rules

Brookhaven OKs 18-month ban on AI data centers

More than 725,000 Pillsbury rolls recalled for possible glass contamination

Nation / World

Ukrainian drones hit warehouses and other sites across Russia, killing 9 and wounding over 80

Russian officials report that Ukrainian drone attacks overnight and later on Saturday have killed nine people and wounded more than 80 others.

Mexico's president to attend World Cup final at Trump's invitation

Safety fears limit Ebola response in Congo, with more than 12 attacks recorded

Venezuela earthquakes death toll surpasses 5,000

Israeli strikes in Gaza kill 3 children and 6 adults, health officials say

Newsday Live

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

Sports

Lennon: What's the Yankees' plan waiting for Judge?

As Aaron Judge told the media on Friday, this week's latest round of imaging tests revealed his rib fracture isn't fully healed yet.

MORE ON THIS TOPICYankees' Judge 'not fully healed' from rib injury Yankees' Boone leaves Cole in and the Dodgers' Muncy makes him pay

Former Holy Trinity players 'heartbroken' over suspension of football program

Albanese: Scott showing makeup to be a key in Mets' future

Yankees' Judge 'not fully healed' from rib injury

Investigations

Newsday InvestigatesSuffolk tax rolls have been frozen for decades. On the East End, challenges have skyrocketed.

Tax protests in 2025 were up 50% or more in Southold, Riverhead, East Hampton and Shelter Island, a Newsday data analysis found.

MORE ON THIS TOPICSuffolk County taxes: How to grieve your property assessment See more Newsday investigations

Sex Next DoorSuffolk County official owns strip mall with foot spa tied to alleged sex activity

Sex Next DoorMap: These LI massage spas have been raided as officials attempt to disrupt sex trade

Sex Next DoorHundreds of LI massage spas sell sex. Neighbors complain. Raids are up. Business thrives.

Only in NewsdayJones Beach concert eats: Top spots for before or after a show

Only in NewsdayLI pizza festival tickets are on sale today

Only in NewsdayEast End pop-up closes days after opening inside landmark eatery

LI ice cream chainlet opens 4th location

High School Sports

Memorable high school sports moments this past year

Newsday's Michael Sicoli highlights some of the most memorable plays from the 2025-26 high school sports year.

MORE ON THIS TOPICMost memorable high school sports moments on LI in 2025-26

School enrollment down across Long Island

See changes in enrollment by district.

Entertainment

'The Odyssey': Larger-than-life spectacle doesn't disappoint

Get ready for 'The Odyssey' with our handy cheat sheet

Great South Bay Music Festival: Everything you need to know

George Santos to compete on Fox's 'Special Forces: World's Toughest Test'

Melissa Manchester talks about 'Cagney,' Clive Davis, performing on LI, more

Billy Joel appears on Rick Beato's music podcast

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