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DuBois' last day will be Dec. 18, after 11 months behind the anchor desk.

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Tyler Renaud and Max DeLuca were students of a Glen Cove theater program.

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Broadway attendance is up but the share of theatergoers from Long Island has plummeted. The Great White Way is trying to lure them back.

Broadway's booming; Long Islanders are staying home

The share of theatergoers from Long Island hit a quarter-century low last year, according The Broadway League.

The Great White Way not feeling the love from LI

Local theaters are staging seasonal favorites "A Christmas Carol" and "The Nutcracker," plus some new takes on classic tales.

Deck the stages: Must-see holiday shows on LI

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Kermit and friends shared screen time with Rita Moreno, Julie Andrews and others,

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LI Works: Wrap your holiday gifts like a pro

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa trakes a deep dive into the grilled cheese smashburger at No Good Burger Joint in Rockville Centre.

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Fire officials demonstrate how fast a Christmas tree can become a major fire and share tips on preventing disaster.

Christmas tree safety tips to avoid a fire

Smithtown High School West sophomore Nicholas Cardi, is working with NASA on a project called Radio JOVE.

LI student collaborates with NASA on project

Ralph Macchio, star of "The Karate Kid" movies and the Netflix series "Cobra Kai," made an appearance at this year's Huntington tree lighting.

'Karate Kid' helps Huntington kick off the holiday season

New York State officials are warning of AI-powered scams as shoppers look for deals throughout the holiday season. Newsday business reporter Victor Ocasio shares some tips to shop safely.

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"It's not good enough" said Giants general manager Joe Schoen on Tuesday as he spoke for the first time about moving on from head coach Brian Daboll and getting the franchise back in the proper direction.

Giants GM: '2 wins is not where we want to be right now'

Nassau police say Michael Dotzler's disappearance is still an active missing person's case, while a private detective suspects foul play. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

A court officer vanished nearly 2 years ago. His family hasn’t given up hope for his return.

NYS won't charge a site fee for PGA tournaments in 2028 and 2033 at Bethpage Black despite receiving $6 million for hosting the Ryder Cup in September. Newsday investigative reporter Peter D'Auria explains.

Bethpage won’t charge PGA to host future events, despite Ryder Cup costing public millions

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed takes us 'Out East' to Zuhoski Farms in Cutchogue, where you can cut your own Christmas tree.

Out East: Cut your own Christmas tree at Zuhoski Farms

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Andrew Dykes, 66, of Tampa, was indicted on a murder charge in Nassau County on Wednesday. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Arrest made in 'Peaches' case

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The first naturalization ceremony since the government shutdown was held in Central Islip, where 86 people from 37 countries became U.S. citizens. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

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Kevin McDonald was sentenced in the rape of a 14-year-old Patchogue girl who went missing for 25 days last year. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'He took full responsibility for what transpired'

Kacy Corso, 33, pleaded not guilty to a murder charge in the fatal stabbing of her ex-boyfriend at the Stony Brook Yacht Club last month. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

LI woman pleads not guilty in fatal stabbing

Jacob McMillan, of Baldwin, is accused of killing 19-year-old Amira McCleod at a Hempstead house party last month. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Baldwin man charged in Hempstead killing

The annual "Pennies for Charity" report found professional fundraisers took a big chunk out of donations last year. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie has more.

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Investigators said a dryer might be to blame for the fire at a North Bellmore home Monday.

Firefighters injured, family displaced

Ex-Suffolk police officer George Trimigliozzi on Monday was sentenced to two years in prison for managing brothels in Holbrook and West Babylon. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'We do not stand for corruption'

Mangione's lawyers are asking a judge to toss out key evidence in his murder trial. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Mangione's lawyers hope to suppress key evidence

Christine Lehmann and her son Nicholas Lehmann died in a house fire Sunday in St. James, and another occupant was hospitalized, officials said.

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