First 100 days
As one of his first acts, Biden offered a sweeping immigration overhaul last week that would provide a path to U.S. citizenship for the estimated 11 million people who are in the United States illegally
Tracking the coronavirus
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Districts finding ways to keep students in classrooms
School districts saw an uptick of positive COVID-19 cases after the holiday break, but not all of them closed their buildings and pivoted to remote instruction. Read more
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It's possible COVID-19 could become a disease akin to influenza and the seasonal flu, for which an annual shot is updated based on mutations, that society must contend with indefinitely.
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Odette Hall, 46, who took over the agency's top job in November, helped coordinate the response to the first wave of cases in the spring while working as deputy chief medical examiner.
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The governor and two Black members of Congress traveled to a public-housing residence in Brooklyn to urge Black New Yorkers to get vaccinated, amid polls showing Black Americans are among the most reluctant to obtain a vaccine.
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Erick Contreras, who died of 9/11-related cancer, was laid to rest in a line-of-duty funeral attended by family members and hundreds of police officers at First Baptist Cathedral of Westbury.
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He'll need to keep his caucus unified as he moves to advance President Biden's ambitious agenda.
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Department Motor Vehicle offices are operating at reduced capacity because of the pandemic and even though the governor's office said an online test would be universally available by last fall it still isn't offered.
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Long Island takeout has never looked -- or tasted -- this good. From the best burger deal, to the best deconstructed ramen, here's where to place your next order.
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Forecast: Sunny, cold with snow likely by Tuesday
Plenty of sun is expected Sunday with frigid temperatures before clouds increase Monday and then a 60% chance snow into Wednesday, the National Weather Service says.
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Hundreds of cold-stunned sea turtles have washed ashore this season from Massachusetts to Long Island after floating helplessly for weeks. About half will not survive, one rescuer says.
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Babylon officials created it to address boating safety concerns, but residents who rent and maintain the docks along Mayhew Avenue say they should have an option to buy the boat slips, and one resident has filed a lawsuit.
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The Democratic Nassau County executive, who is seeking reelection in November, raised $834,903 between July 11, 2020 and Jan. 12.
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LIRR riders who can only use their accounts to pay for transit costs have taken to social media in search of other commuters who would be willing to buy a ticket off them.
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Repeal of the SALT cap, job training and infrastructure, higher taxes on the wealthy and easier unionizing are all on the table.
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Pay it forward with a Post-it at this 'coffee joint'
Customers use the Post-its to write words of encouragement and hope before sticking them to the board. Then, they can be used to redeem a free coffee. Read more
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An individual seeking a shot based on work status, must provide proof such as an employee ID card, and someone going because of his or her age must bring a government-issued ID with a date of birth, the state says.
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Call it a midwinter hibernation — taking a short break can be a smart move for businesses that can afford it.
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Intensify efforts against virus
More wisely distributing COVID-19 vaccinations will lessen the chaos and ease persistent fears.
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Dobie: The disappointment after The Storm
QAnon followers shaken when ridiculous prophecy fails to materialize.
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A teacher's bond that words can express
One student told me that I reminded her of her 99-year-old grandmother. Another emailed me her lovely photos of flowers ...
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From Jones Beach to Billy Joel, see how well you know Long Island’s iconic people and places.
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David's Cookies has been operating as a mail-order company since 1987, but now it's back with two local storefronts.
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An odd couple: prep and punk collide at the store, which opened in November.
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Turn back time with Sugar Babies, Spaldeens, Silly Putty and more.
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Here are some local places to shop, play and hang while accompanied by your pooch this winter.
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Homeowners are redesigning as the lines between home, office and school blur.
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Keep the fun going this season by checking these activities off your winter bucket list.
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Here are seven small-to-medium-sized resorts within 125 miles of Long Island.
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Education & COVID-19: What do schools need now?
Posted January 21, 2021
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COVID-19 vaccines: Answers to your most-asked questions
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Posted January 19, 2021
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Dr. Anthony Fauci answers LIers' questions about COVID-19 vaccines
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Posted January 5, 2021
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