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By embracing his mother, Joshua Wilck violated a court order for him to stay away from his parents. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Nassau County police said Nolan Gaugler, 34, was conducting a chemical experiment when the mixture "reacted violently." NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'Of course it was dangerous'

A Human Rights Commission finds Suffolk cops failed to use body cameras properly 179 times in 2025-26. Newsday reporter Michael O'Keeffe explains.

'They all agree body cameras are good'

The victim's identity has not yet been released. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Homicide probe launched in Nassau

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By embracing his mother, Joshua Wilck violated a court order for him to stay away from his parents after prosecutors said he attacked them in 2024.

Man charged with stabbing parents arrested after hugging mom in court

Ryan McCaffery, 38, of Ridge also admitted sharing child porn on a messaging app.

Ex-teacher admits to soliciting nude photos from underage girls

Meghan Marchena pleaded guilty after being accused of abusing two young children under her care in 2025.

Ex-daycare worker gets probation for attempted assault of 2 toddlers

The North Carolina man pleaded guilty to the killing of Christopher Millwater at the Stony Brook Yacht Club.

Man sentenced to 25 years in prison for fatal stabbing at LI yacht club

Police said William Schultz, 67, struck the girl in Bayport about 6 p.m. Monday.

Holtsville man accused of DWI after striking young bicyclist

Michael Rainford McDougall was acquitted of manslaughter in the death of 85-year-old mother, Carmel McDougall, but was convicted of endangering the welfare of an elderly person.

Man acquitted in mother's death but defense seeks dismissal of other charges

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Suffolk police will hold previews on Thursday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and a one-hour preview before the auction Saturday.

80 vehicles to be auctioned Saturday; bids start at $500

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More than 700 of the automatic license plate readers adorn poles and other structures in Nassau and Suffolk counties pitting security against privacy concerns. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'Invasion of privacy? That's not cool'

The sentencing brings to an end a 6-year case that began in the early days of the COVID pandemic. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn has more.

'I would just like to move on'

Thomas Lobianco, 26, of Lake Ronkonkoma, was arraigned on a 19-count indictment in a Riverhead court room. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn has more.

'They're sitting ducks out there.'

Street takeovers this summer on Long Island have led to traffic tickets, impounded vehicles and arrests. Newsday reporter Nicholas Grasso provides insight on this trend.

Different views on LI street takeovers

There was a major police presence at Pearl Court in Sayville on Friday morning as authorities investigated a report of a woman found dead in her home. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

Homicide detectives at the scene

Recently dismissed charges against two co-defendants in a case after court reporter errors in Grand Jury Transcript. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn along with Newdsay Courts Reporter Grant Parpan has more.

'He's been fighting this case since he was arrested'

Authorities released dashcam footage of a staged accident on the Belt Parkway after two men were sentenced to prison in the scheme.

Dashcam video of staged accident

Suffolk police said a suspect casually fleeing a burglary scene at a Lindenhurst home was tracked down and arrested earlier this week with an assist from a Suffolk County police drone.

Alleged burglar caught with the help of a police drone

At least three of the guns had the serial number filed off, and at least one was a manufactured ghost gun, officials said. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn has more.

'Nobody has this amount of guns in their home if they're not selling'

A 911 call reporting the burglary at the popular restaurant was received early Monday morning, according to police.

Police release photos of burglary suspect

The NYC medical examiner is using 3D printing to help identify human remains, a program that could help close cases on Long Island. Newsday special writer Anthony DeStefano has more.

'Students ... recreate the face'

Suffolk created a street takeover task force in 2024 that has broken up more than 100 incidents in the county.

What local police departments do to combat the problem

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Floyd twin seniors Anabel and Lydia Van Cott are double trouble for the competition on the tennis courts, NewsdayTV's Tess Fergurson reports.

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NewsdayTV's Doug Geed visits a unique sanctuary in Calverton where veterans and first responders find healing through equine therapy with rescue horses.

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NewsdayTV's Andi Berlin visits No Good Burger Joint in Baldwin.

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A renovated Belmont Park unveils new amenities on Friday, as it reopens after more than three years and $550 million in renovations, NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

Horse racing returns to Belmont Park after renovation

Hampton Shipyard was bought by a new ownership group two years ago and it is seeking to expand. But nearby residents say the expansion would not fit their neighborhood. NewsdayTV's Doug Geed reports.

One year into Suffolk's waterfront preservation program, 'hard questions' and no 'slam dunk'

Residents say deer have been spotted in backyards and local streets as a result of the uptick in population. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn has more.

Nassau's North Shore fights exploding deer population

As fixed-rate mortgages approach 7%, the highest level since 2007, Long Island homebuyers are also contending with low inventory and high prices. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

Homebuyers face high mortgage rates and prices

Supporters of "through-running" would like to see LIRR trains adding stops beyond Long Island. NewsdayTV's Alfonso Castillo reports.

What is through-running and will it work at Penn Station?

Sample knishes, loaded mashed potatoes, a beer garden and more at the Long Island Potato Festival at Farmingdale State College on Sept. 26-27.

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