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Hundreds marched in Hempstead to protest the death of George Floyd. Protesters started outside town hall and marched to Hempstead Turnpike. Credit: Newsday / Staff
Long Islanders chant 'I can't breathe' at Floyd protestSome repeated the words George Floyd uttered before he died as Long Islanders took to the streets for a sixth day of protests.
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Cuomo touts progress against virus, as reopening phase nears
Cuomo said the state had been able to spur action in the public by providing information on the nature of the virus' threat and proposing actions that people could take to curtail the spread. Read more
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See the latest updates from officials, Newsday reporters and more on coronavirus.
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But as Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis continues the reopening of that state's economy, more Floridians are now testing positive for the coronavirus than New Yorkers.
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A retraction in the journal Lancet involved a May 22 report on hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine.
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Check the latest numbers on how coronavirus has spread in your community.
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The law extends from eight weeks to 24 weeks the amount of time available for borrowers to use the coronavirus-relief loans.
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Long Island Cares has seen record-breaking demand at its food pantries amid the coronavirus crisis except at one. Organizers have been trying to figure out why, and to get out the word that free food is available.
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Limited in-person transactions will be allowed under Phase 3 of the state's reopening.
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Health officials worry the warm weather, along with months of quarantine, will cause people to stop wearing masks. But they say masks will be key as the state reopens.
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When retail opens to foot traffic, store operators and their customers must wear masks in interactions and when they can't remain at least 6 feet apart.
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The show must go on.
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The U.S. unemployment rate fell unexpectedly in May to 13.3% as states loosened their coronavirus lockdowns and businesses began recalling workers.
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No 5K, no problem — hit the trails at these spots with water views, wildlife and beyond.
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The 2011 film captures performances from Joel's two historic 2008 shows, two months before the Flushing ballpark closed for good.
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By Saturday, this year's crop will be ready for early picking.
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The game is a take on Monopoly, with versions geared toward kids and adults.
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From Charlie Kaufman's "Antkind" to Sarah Stewart Johnson's "The Sirens of Mars," check our our preview of 12 must-read books for the summer.
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Thinking about adopting a pet? These Long Island shelter dogs are looking for forever homes.
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Ryland Life Equipment in Sag Harbor looks to stock men's items with 'interesting backstories'
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The town sent residents a letter and is coordinating public safety measures ahead of a Sunday protest after "negative" remarks were made on social media.
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The tides, which are not known to be harmful to humans, cause low oxygen levels in water and are known to cause large-scale fish kills on Long Island.
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Biden's nominations sets him up for a bruising challenge to President Trump that will play out against the unprecedented backdrop of a pandemic, economic collapse and civil unrest.
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School district residents are voting by absentee ballot on budgets and members of their local boards for 2020-2021. See what's at stake in your district.
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The family-owned grocery chain, which specializes in Italian foods, will open the new store in spring or summer 2021.
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Officials said opening the pools would be too risky during the pandemic. Some towns will also keep spray parks closed.
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High school grads are off to great places. Send your district's seniors well-wishes here.
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Keep military out of domestic matters.
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The show must go on.
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We named him after the dog star — one of the brightest stars in the sky. He has brightened our household at an awfully dark time.
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