First 100 days
The 10 orders signed by Biden are aimed at jump starting his national COVID-19 strategy to increase vaccinations and testing, lay the groundwork for reopening schools and businesses, and immediately increase the use of masks
Tracking the coronavirus
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Cuomo: State 'ready, willing and able' for more COVID-19 vaccines
The state has seen a decline in positivity levels that has been reflected on Long Island, after a holiday surge of infections had caused concerns. Read more
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The Long Island experts say what's needed right now is a better process for getting teachers and staff vaccinated against the coronavirus and making schools safe again for live, in-person learning for students.
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Starting Sunday, a partial day of work by someone collecting unemployment will not eliminate a full day's jobless benefit.
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A veteran Suffolk County Police Department lieutenant died from the coronavirus, marking the first such fatality among the active sworn ranks of the law enforcement agency.
Top Stories
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Lucy Zha, of The Wheatley School, was honored for her research on the impact of plant-based chemicals on cancer cells. Justin Shen, of Jericho High School, focused on how amino acid in green tea can reduce toxicity in water pollutants.
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Images posted on Twitter appear to show a masked Steven Rosati just outside the Capitol, surrounded by police and protesters. MTA chairman Patrick Foye said his conduct "ought to be investigated, and is being investigated."
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The warehouse on the old Cerro Wire property still must pass muster with state environmental officials.
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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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In the final hours of his presidency, Donald Trump granted his last pardons. Newsday's Steve Langford spoke to Long Islanders to get their reactions.
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Homicide detectives are investigating after a woman was found murdered in a Huntington apartment on Monday, Suffolk police said.
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Town officials say the new zoning code will allow different uses of abandoned commercial property, many of which were hit hard by the pandemic.
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A review of district-by-district aid figures for the 2021-22 school term, posted by the state, shows the Nassau-Suffolk region would receive $3.909 billion. That's up 1.1% from this year's $3.865 billion.
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The agreement could be filed in coming days and would settle decadelong tax challenges LIPA has filed.
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It may be one of the most difficult decisions of 2021: whether to plan a spring break vacation.
Editors' Picks
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This is what 24 LI girls want to see from Biden and Harris
Newsday asked girls what they think President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris can do to help women and girls. Twenty-four responded with their ideas.
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Assemb. Edward Ra said it's time to play the sports the state has deemed higher-risk.
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He's out to redefine what we think of when we think of soup, trying favorites from Greece, Portugal, Peru and the Philippines.
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Shabby use of Trump's pardon power
We should reform the presidential perk.
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Education & COVID-19: What do schools need now?
Educators discuss what resources schools need in order to ensure the safety, health and well-being of staff and students.
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As first lady, Melania Trump always stood by her man
Melania and Donald Trump are one and the same. She has never pretended to be anything else.
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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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Operators discovered that selling groceries was not just a way to serve their communities and keep staff employed, but also opened up a critical extra channel of cash.
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Personal enrichment is a trend that's here to stay.
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Keep the fun going this season by checking these activities off your winter bucket list.
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Some local gyms are offering hybrid virtual and in-person classes and renting out equipment.
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For these Long Islanders of Scandinavian descent, embracing the cold is a way of life.
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"I learned what it takes to be listed on the New York Stock Exchange," Shane says. "[We learned] about stocks and IPOs and bonds and the beginning steps of trading."
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Business & COVID-19: The new economic aid act & PPP loans
Jan 22
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Education & COVID-19: What do schools need now?
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Posted January 21, 2021
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COVID-19 vaccines: Answers to your most-asked questions
WATCHNOW
Posted January 19, 2021
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