News Opinion

Brookhaven should focus on substance, not divisions

In contrast to Albany, the contentious Town of Brookhaven has seemed almost tranquil. The new supervisor, Mark Lesko, and the man he defeated in a March special election, Councilman Tim Mazzei, have mostly worked well together. But in this local election year, the town could yet go all Albany on us.

Reflections on Patchogue

A dialogue on race, immigration and violence.

After the Lucero tragedy, how should communities move forward?
Experts and advocates discuss taking action and bridging divides.
Latest: Confronting authority

Give your take in the community forum.

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Videos to the editor

Got a brilliant point, a gripe, a clever observation?

Tell it to the camera with a video letter to the editor.

Editorial Cartoons

Feeling pain

You know what it feels like, but what is it exactly? Newsday explores pain and healing with a former Mr. Universe, suffering artists, and readers in our community forum.

Olbermann vs. Old School

Is broadcast journalism mixing up fact and opinion?

In the world of television news, spin rules.

Young and pregnant

The presidential race has put a spotlight on an old story.

Read the stories of teens dealing with parenthood

Talk about the issue in our online community forum.

Science and fraud

What happens when academic inquiry leads to fakery and deception?

A glimpse into the world of scientific scandal.

Shifting sands

Through images and words, explore an element of summer we take for granted, grain by grain.

Art by Jasper Johns, Man Ray and others.

Life and memory loss

People with memory disorders are learning new ways to organize, empower themselves and remain vital members of their communities.
Read more about memory loss, hear patients tell their stories, and talk with experts in our online community forum.

Divorced in New York

Have you been through New York's divorce system? Chances are, you've got something to say about it.

Talk with experts about the legal process, family court dynamics and ideas for reform in our forum, "Splitsville, New York."

Case Closed. Sort of.

What's so thrilling about an unsolved murder case? Newsday explores the psychology behind the public's fascination with crime mysteries.

The overlooked still life

In two special photo exhibits, Adam Bartos finds beauty in the ordinary. View his images of yard sales and camping scenes from Hither Hills State Park.