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Only in NewsdayAs LI kids head back to school, Minneapolis shooting highlights safety, cellphone ban concerns

The mass shooting left a pit in the stomach for many Long Island parents as they prepare to begin a new school year after the long summer break.

MORE ON THIS TOPICIncreased patrols at LI churches, schools after Minneapolis shooting Bye-bye summer: First LI students return to school

Only in NewsdaySearch is on for better Lyme disease tests4m read

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Twenty years after Hurricane Katrina, NewsdayTV's Jasmine Anderson and Ken Buffa spoke with a Long Islander who played a role in the rescue efforts, and a Newsday photographer on what made the event so devastating. Credit: Newsday

'They were desperately trying to stay above the water' Twenty years after Hurricane Katrina, NewsdayTV's Jasmine Anderson and Ken Buffa spoke with a Long Islander who played a role in the rescue efforts, and a Newsday photographer on what made the event so devastating.

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Suozzi, Gillen signing on to bid to release Epstein files2m read

Only in NewsdayHangin' in the Hamptons: Labor Day weekend 2025

New food truck brings iconic Texas pastry to LI1m read

Lottery Powerball jackpot is $1B: 7 things to know if you're playing1m read

CVS requiring prescriptions for COVID vaccines1m read

Long Island weather: Labor Day weekend to be 'fantastic,' with warm temps and sunshine

Yonkers man arrested in stabbing in Babylon house, police say

To stop Suffolk drownings, water safety alliance creates action plan to educate public2m read

Only in NewsdayTrump seeking to expand presidential power over states rights3m read

'The same infectious energy': 5-year-old comes home after year in hospitals for brain injury2m read

Join the jet set: How to renew your passport online3m read

Only in NewsdayMoves by Trump administration heighten concerns for LI wind projects4m read

11 Suffolk County school supes talk about the 2025-26 challenges7m read

8 Nassau County school supes on the 2025-26 challenges5m read

What's the deal with all these Gen X movie sequels?4m read

Holtsville man empowers the vulnerable through jiu-jitsu1m read

West Babylon man charged in fatal hit-and-run in Wyandanch

First in NewsdayOyster Bay Town backs out of pact on planned mosque expansion3m read

How to get the best mortgage rate on Long Island

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What's up on LI: Hampton Classic Horse Show, Shinnecock Powwow, and LI Ducks fireworks

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Mamdani leads in donations from Long Islanders

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LI communities you've probably never heard of

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LI Works: The science behind The All Star bowling alley

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LI Quality of Life survey: Most see opportunity, but not everyone agrees

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Popular manager at LI McDonald's arrested by ICE

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Follow the money: All-star 'President's Men' benefit

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'Not a perfect design, but it's a huge improvement'

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Former NBA player partners with NCC to assist students with new career

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Things to do

20+ things to do this Labor Day weekend on LI

Activities include the 79th annual Shinnecock Powwow, Foodie Fest, sunset yoga and more.

MORE ON THIS TOPICFire Island for first-timers: How to get there, the communities and travel tips Best LI restaurants on the water Last licks of summer: 4 last-minute day trip escapes near LI

LI beaches with lifeguards after Labor Day2m read

Summer getaway spots you can still visit after Labor Day3m read

Sayville day trip: Explore museums, a winery, shops and more5m read

Expanded new location of LI home goods store opens1m read

Only in NewsdayFire Island for first-timers: How to get there, the communities and travel tips9m read

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Twenty years after Hurricane Katrina, NewsdayTV's Jasmine Anderson and Ken Buffa spoke with a Long Islander who played a role in the rescue efforts, and a Newsday photographer on what made the event so devastating. Credit: Newsday

'They were desperately trying to stay above the water' Twenty years after Hurricane Katrina, NewsdayTV's Jasmine Anderson and Ken Buffa spoke with a Long Islander who played a role in the rescue efforts, and a Newsday photographer on what made the event so devastating.

Get more on these and other NewsdayTV stories

Long Islanders' Favorites

Only in Newsday'There are opportunities, but you have to seize them and work hard'

The responses to a Newsday/Siena Research Institute Quality of Life survey show a more pessimistic attitude by generation, race, ethnicity and even home ownership status.

MORE ON THIS TOPICLI Quality of Life Survey: See full responses to questions about opportunities, culture LI Quality of Life Survey: What impact do attractions have?Complete coverage: Quality of life survey on LI

Mister Softee to open 2nd LI storefront1m read

LIers' favorite memories and traditions of Jones Beach concerts5m read

President Donald Trump's impact on Long Island

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

EDITORIALSSchools face critical challenges

Federal funding cuts likely to hit poorer LI districts, early-childhood programs.

EDITORIALSClavin 'bridge' job begs explanation1m read

COMMENTARYWhy boomers have more money than everyone else3m read

COMMENTARYSummer's over already? Your mind tricked you, again.3m read

How to get the best mortgage rate on Long Island

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What's up on LI: Hampton Classic Horse Show, Shinnecock Powwow, and LI Ducks fireworks

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Mamdani leads in donations from Long Islanders

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LI communities you've probably never heard of

0:46

LI Works: The science behind The All Star bowling alley

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LI Quality of Life survey: Most see opportunity, but not everyone agrees

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Popular manager at LI McDonald's arrested by ICE

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Follow the money: All-star 'President's Men' benefit

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'Not a perfect design, but it's a huge improvement'

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Former NBA player partners with NCC to assist students with new career

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More Long Island

Only in NewsdayLI police officers make attractive recruits as ICE ramps up efforts to hire scores of new agents, experts say

Police officers on Long Island and in New York City come already vetted and are among the most highly trained in law enforcement.

MORE ON THIS TOPICOceanside McDonald's manager arrested by ICE 'Disappointed with America': SCCC honors student arrested by ICE back home in Colombia LI immigrants prepare for possible family separations as deportation fears grow

LI communities you've probably never heard of

'Thunderbird' backers weigh in on proposed Connetquot mascot settlement2m read

Drought watch for Long Island due to sparse rainfall, state officials say2m read

Only in NewsdayStudy: Horseshoe crab population in Long Island Sound in 'decline'3m read

Only in NewsdayMamdani leads in donations from Long Islanders4m read

Man dies after jumping from Fire Island lighthouse observation tower, police say

Nation / World

Israel soon will halt or slow aid to northern Gaza as military offensive grows

An official tells The Associated Press that Israel plans to slow or halt humanitarian aid in parts of northern Gaza as it expands its offensive against Hamas.

Federal judge issues order blocking Trump effort to expand speedy deportations of migrants2m read

Colleges face financial struggles as Trump policies send international enrollment plummeting3m read

Trump's envoys are ticking off other countries. The White House isn't doing much about it4m read

2 civilians indicted for their role in a Pearl Harbor fuel spill that sickened 6,000 people in 20212m read

Newsday Live

Newsday Live Author Series: Christie Brinkley

Sports

Tong impressive in MLB debut, Mets score 19 runs to crush Marlins

The 22-year-old righthander allowed four runs (only one earned in a two-error fifth) and six hits in five innings, striking out six.

MORE ON THIS TOPICMets prospect Tong 'very grateful' to be with big-league club Rieber: Plenty of reasons to be hopeful for rest of the Mets' season

Grisham's slam, Volpe's two-run shot lift Yankees to 6th straight win2m read

Rieber: Plenty of reasons to be hopeful for rest of the Mets' season3m read

Best: Alcaraz, Raducanu: Big names, different results3m read

Investigations

Only in Newsday1 girl, 23 arrested in 2 states: Inside LI's hidden world of drugs, sex trafficking

The 14-year-old's story drew national attention when she was found on a yacht 25 days after she disappeared. Here's what it reveals about dangers close to home.

MORE ON THIS TOPICThese 23 people were charged with crimes connected to missing LI girl Missing girl: Complete coverage

Dangerous Roads32 killed in crashes in one of LI's deadliest months. Here's the devastating impact.15m read

Only in NewsdayNearly 6,000 LI households could face homelessness if Trump cuts Section 8 funding7m read

Newsday InvestigationState failed to discipline LI doctors for months, years after misconduct

LI's best homemade ice cream

Best LI restaurants on the water

Critics' picks: LI's best seafood restaurants

Critics' picks: Best lobster rolls on LI

High School Sports

Sid Jacobson JCC 17U baseball team golden again at Maccabi Games

The event is an annual Olympic-style competition for thousands of Jewish teenagers around the world.

Share your experiences on LI's dangerous roads

What do you see traveling on the Island's roads?

Entertainment

Ethan Hawke's 'Blue Moon' to be featured at this year's Hamptons International Film Fest1m read

LIers' favorite memories and traditions of Jones Beach concerts5m read

7 questions about Howard Stern's future at SiriusXM3m read

'Caught Stealing': Fast-paced comedy-thriller with edge1m read

Taylor Swift's LI connections1m read

WCBS radio one year later: Where is everyone now?4m read

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