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Counties, state credit contact tracers for low positivity rates
Contact tracers are tasked with reaching those who test positive for the coronavirus, then calling their close contacts to ask them to get tested or self-isolate. Read more
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England faces new lockdown as UK virus cases pass 1 million
On the day the United Kingdom passed that mark, the prime minister made a sudden about-face and confirmed that stringent restrictions on business and daily life would begin Thursday and last until Dec. 2.
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Coronavirus remains a major election issue
The political rivals offer starkly different plans for the next steps to deal with the pandemic.
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State figures: Long Island and NYC COVID-19 cases rose to May levels
Even with the increase in daily confirmed cases, the positivity rate that the state has tracked to determine infection levels was still hovering above 1% in the region and statewide.
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After a century of crises, she's far from finished at 104
The East Northport centenarian celebrates her 104th birthday Thursday and says the secret to a long life is simple. "I try to be good to everybody." Read more
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Lawsuit by housing groups accuses Redfin of racial bias
Housing advocates, including some on Long Island, allege Redfin's policies contribute to segregation.
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Tickets for 2021 MLB games: It's buyer beware
Tickets are being sold, but there are no guarantees about whether they'll be able to be used.
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Voters don't curb enthusiasm
The passion and anxiety driving voters to the polls should give way to patience as ballots are tallied.
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Don't let NY's COVID-19 triumph turn to defeat
Vigilance against the virus worked, and will again.
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Suffolk voters must turn the ballot
Three propositions are up in the county in November.
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Valley Stream creek carries good news
My wife and I have front-row seats to see folks enjoy where they live, knowing their quality of life has improved through the efforts of local government.
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Early voting smashes turnout projections statewide
Sunday is the last day for early voting before Election Day. Nassau and Suffolk polls will be open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Read more
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Law and order and the presidential campaign
Trump, Biden campaigns reflect tensions over the future of criminal justice.
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What to expect from Election Night TV coverage
On Tuesday, the networks will grapple with what each is describing as the most fraught, logistically complex election night of the television age.
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Here's how the Electoral College works
The national popular vote alone does not guarantee victory.
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What we're likely to know on Election Night
Absentee ballots and when states will count them create a big unknown for the reporting of final results.
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Biden leads Trump by 11 points in Hofstra poll
Biden leads Trump in all age groups, except voters ages 65 and older, according to the Kalikow Center Poll.
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For LI millennials, student debt big ballot issue
Newsday's Faith Jessie speaks to Long Island millennials about how the student debt crisis is impacting their vote in the upcoming ...
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Law and order and the presidential campaign
Trump, Biden campaigns reflect tensions over the future of criminal justice.
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Sean Connery, 'the original James Bond,' dies at 90
Connery "defined an era and a style" and the "wit and charm he portrayed on screen could be measured in mega watts," Daniel Craig said.
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Coronavirus remains a major election issue
The political rivals offer starkly different plans for the next steps to deal with the pandemic.

