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As part of a nationwide attack on the MS-13 gang, President Trump and U.S. Attorney General William Barr announced they intend to seek the death penalty for an alleged local gang leader in the 2016 Brentwood killings, and five other killings on LI.
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Someone wielding a stick struck officers who appeared to be detaining a man during what police said was a protest on the Brooklyn Bridge, according to video released by the NYPD.
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The latest state figures showed 1% of people tested on Long Island came back positive, compared to 2% for the previous day of testing.
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The 28-year-old Shirley man was in serious but stable condition after being shot twice Tuesday evening, Suffolk police said.
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The menu at the Ridge spot features five burgers, nachos, wings and lobster roll and more.
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Talks about the possibility of handing over control of the lease on NYCB Live's Nassau Coliseum possibly could pave the way for the arena to reopen under new management.
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Opponents of LIPA/Northport school tax deal try to rally forces
The district is to hold a virtual town hall meeting Wednesday night to review the deal.
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Body-camera footage made public from two Minneapolis police officers involved in George Floyd's arrest captured a panicked and fearful Floyd pleading with them before his death.
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The singer/songwriter was on a motorcycle ride and stopped in his tracks when he saw the piano sitting curbside.
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Nassau County Executive Laura Curran and Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder urge community members to let an investigation into a Black woman's allegations run its course.
Coronavirus Tracking LI's Recovery
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Criminals stole the identities of about 400 workers at some of Nassau's colleges, villages and school districts and used them to submit phony claims for job loss benefits, District Attorney Madeline Singas said.
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Owners of the Islandia gambling facility said safety measures are in place, but they have not received word from the state on when they can resume operations.
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The move, which affects more than 8,000 employees on Long Island, drew angry criticism from the United Food and Commercial Workers union.
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The SALT deduction cap has hurt New Yorkers during the COVID-19 pandemic and eliminating it is a top priority for Senate Democrats, Schumer says.
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Fiscal experts question whether the state will continue to sustain a generous policy that lets police, teachers and other public employees cash in unused vacation, sick and other paid days off when they leave a job.
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Some are cautiously optimistic about playing in the fall, others are not sure. There is uncertainty while summer training is in a holding pattern for now.
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During the current situation, scenic drives offer kid-friendly history lessons, off-the-beaten path hiking trails and more.
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Offensive attempt to discredit Fauci
The Trump administration's effort continues a pattern: Attack science when things don't go the president's way.
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Tell us: What should the school experience be like in the fall?
Share your thoughts about how the upcoming school year should be changed because of coronavirus concerns
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Listen: Inside the Bronx Zoo as COVID-19 hit
For months, the zoo has had no visitors, just animals and essential workers in the wide green expanse. And some of the animals noticed the lack of people, says the zoo's director.
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Equal opportunity is not enough
Black Americans need equal results in all areas of life, not simply equal economic opportunity.
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The pandemic paused his business. So he started a mobile barbershop.
Mobile barber Get Chopped is delivering haircuts throughout Suffolk County. Read more
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If a trip to Yellowstone or Yosemite seems a stonebridge too far this summer, you can get a dose of adventure much closer to home with a daytrip.
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Suddenly popular again, the outdoor screenings are popping up in many neighborhoods.
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Food trucks have hit the big time on Long Island.
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Clams, crabs and other shellfish rank high on the list of seafood delights Long Islanders enjoy.
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The Lords of 52nd Street kick off the series at Tanger Outlets in Deer Park on July 22 with the music of Billy Joel.
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Historic mansion grounds reopen for outdoor activities such as garden strolls, lawn picnics and castle gawking.
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Now that playgrounds across Long Island are reopening, consider these places for a day of fun.
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Body-camera footage made public from two Minneapolis police officers involved in George Floyd's arrest captured a panicked and fearful Floyd pleading with them before his death.
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"As far as where he became infected, it's really unknown," Oklahoma Health Commissioner Lance Frye said. "It wasn't so far back as the rally," which took place nearly a month ago.
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Countries around the world are reimposing lockdowns and implementing new health checks at their borders in an effort to curb a resurgence before it spins even further out of control.
