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Bay Shore district reaches tentative settlement in 12 sex-abuse lawsuits

The suits were brought by former students who allege they were sexually abused decades ago by elementary school teacher Thomas Bernagozzi.

MORE ON THIS TOPICBay Shore schools kept teacher despite sexual abuse allegations spanning decades Database: LI schools paid $153M to settle sex-abuse allegations

Diocese of Rockville Centre's $323M bankruptcy settlement with sex abuse survivors officially approved2m read

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UnitedHealthcare executive fatally shot in NYC in 'brazen targeted attack,' NYPD says

LI native pleads guilty to $25M sports betting fraud scheme charges2m read

Montauk man's small wager leads to big 'Jeopardy!' win1m read

Trump TransitionLatest news on the presidential transition

Latest UpdatesTrump names new point person for negotiating the release of hostages, detainees abroad Billionaire who performed the first private spacewalk is Trump's pick to lead NASA Trump selects a former soldier and Iraq War veteran to serve as Army secretary

LI insurance executives charged with defrauding clients of $250M, DA says1m read

LI teen advances to 'The Voice' finals1m read

Only in NewsdayNassau drops red-light camera ticket fees that appellate court ruled illegal3m read

First 2 cannabis shops in Riverhead launch openings2m read

Only in NewsdayMother of teen who fell off sailboat and died sues NUMC chairman, wife3m read

Top 100 LI boys basketball players for this season16m read

Smithtown man charged in fatal hit-and-run

Rain, possible snow expected tonight1m read

Smoke report brings firefighters to extended care facility in Long Beach

'The View' co-host lists Hamptons home for nearly $11 million1m read

NYC coffee chain opens first LI location2m read

White House says at least 8 US telecom firms, dozens of nations impacted by China hacking campaign2m read

'We will miss you forever': Omer Neutra, Israeli-American soldier from LI, remembered at memorial service3m read

Fewer people shopped during Thanksgiving holiday weekend, national survey says

Suffolk's red-light camera program comes to an end

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Trying Yemeni coffee in Westbury

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Third graders host salad party with food they grew in class

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All aboard for a visit to the St. James Model Railroad Club

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LI motorcycle group holds annual toy run

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Long Island educators collecting both salaries and pensions'

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Firefighter Billy Moon's widow talks kidney donation

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New state law will ban pet stores from selling dogs, cats and rabbits

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Oh, what fun! Magic of Lights returns to Jones Beach

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Bayport man thankful for the gift of life

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Things to do

A 'Christmas Story' tradition: How a classic film shapes LIers' holidays

Long Islanders cherish "A Christmas Story" as part of their holiday traditions.

MORE ON THIS TOPICYour guide to holiday celebrations on LI: Christmas tree and menorah lightings, festivals and more

Mystic, Connecticut in the offseason: A true Hallmark movie destination

Where to take photos with Santa this season13m read

'Tis the season to give back: One-time volunteer opportunities to join5m read

Your guide to indoor places to play, game and more

Skin care craze has tweens flocking to Sephora. But what is safe?5m read

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Long Islanders' Favorites

Police to auction more than 80 vehicles Saturday, starting at $500 each

The vehicles include a 2016 BMW 328i, a 2015 Lexus CT, a 2020 Jaguar F-PACE and a 2019 Kawasaki Z125.

First in Newsday15-bedroom LI estate sells for record $21 million3m read

Only in NewsdayAt least 46 recently retired LI educators earned over $200,000 in salary and pension

Only in NewsdayTrump potential pardons could include notable Long Islanders7m read

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

EDITORIALSFair funding for special students

The '4201 schools' need an updated funding formula that reflects their needs.

COMMENTARYDemocrats can embrace reality, or they can lose again3m read

COMMENTARYTrump v. the ocean2m read

RANDI F. MARSHALLOmer Neutra, a face of hope, courage2m read

Suffolk's red-light camera program comes to an end

01:46

Trying Yemeni coffee in Westbury

02:35

Third graders host salad party with food they grew in class

01:37

All aboard for a visit to the St. James Model Railroad Club

02:09

LI motorcycle group holds annual toy run

01:42

Long Island educators collecting both salaries and pensions'

02:41

Firefighter Billy Moon's widow talks kidney donation

01:52

New state law will ban pet stores from selling dogs, cats and rabbits

02:02

Oh, what fun! Magic of Lights returns to Jones Beach

01:48

Bayport man thankful for the gift of life

02:33

More Long Island

Only in NewsdayFarmingdale apartment complex for low-income seniors to be sold to for-profit developer

The Hardscrabble Apartments was built in the 1980s by a charity started by four churches and a synagogue in the Farmingdale area.

Holocaust survivor seeks justice for Nazi thefts2m read

$13.7M sewer project completed in downtown Central Islip2m read

Giving back by giving blood, academic scholarship2m read

LI housing: New federal loan limits provide boost for luxury market3m read

New boardwalk attraction? A primary care center2m read

Montauk resort Gurney's closing for renovation1m read

Nation / World

Mexican troops seize a record fentanyl haul days after Trump threatened tariffs

Mexican soldiers and marines have seized over a ton of fentanyl pills in two raids in the north in what officials are calling the biggest catch of the synthetic opioid in the country's history.

Middle East latest: An Israeli strike on a Gaza tent camp kills at least 21 people

Toddler fatally shot after his 7-year-old brother finds a gun in the family's truck

A sinkhole may have swallowed a Pennsylvania woman. What are sinkholes and how do they form?2m read

South Korean President Yoon's martial law declaration raises questions over his political future4m read

Newsday Live

Newsday Live Author Series: Bobby Flay

Sports

Lock to start at QB for Giants vs. Saints

Lock gets his second straight start; Tommy DeVito (forearm) is "trending in the right direction," Brian Daboll says.

Top 100 LI boys basketball players for this season16m read

Rangers return to what worked earlier this season1m read

Barker: Knicks running smooth at tourney time3m read

Investigations

Only in NewsdayMore than 100 women found dead outdoors on LI since 1976, investigation finds

The Newsday investigation also found neither Nassau nor Suffolk county police departments staff cold-case units.

MORE ON THIS TOPICAccused LI serial killer faces possibility of new charges as investigators comb for links to more victims Suffolk DA creates cold case unit to review unsolved homicides, death investigations Gilgo Beach killings investigation complete coverage

Newsday InvestigationFatal Stakes: Racehorses at Belmont are dying at higher rates

Only in NewsdayBay Shore schools kept teacher despite sexual abuse allegations spanning decades

Newsday InvestigationLost licenses, fines: NYS penalizes LI real estate agents named in Newsday fair housing probe

Where to eat at Roosevelt Field mall4m read

Legendary Italian restaurant to close after 64 years1m read

Long Island's best pies of 2024

Long Island's best pizza of 2024

High School Sports

Elmont, Friends Academy want more of final four

Nassir Edwards is lone returning starter for Elmont, which won the Class AA state title; Eyan Valadez is now running show for Friends Academy, which fell in the Class A state semis.

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Entertainment

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