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Steel beams from the World Trade Center have become memorials to those who were lost in the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and can now be found scattered throughout Long Island. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

For many of the approximately 100,000 Muslims living on Long Island, the deadliest terrorist act committed on U.S. soil — carried out by 19 al-Qaida hijackers — pointed an unwelcome spotlight at them. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'Hoping things will be different for my kids and my grandkids'

NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn looks at how Long Island schools are using first-person memories and immersive experiences to teach about 9/11, 25 years later.

'History's a living, breathing thing'

Mohammad Salman Hamdani, a Muslim 23-year-old NYPD cadet and paramedic living in Queens, was the subject of a police wanted poster until his remains were found at Ground Zero. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger has more.

'It's about my son, Salman, his sacrifice'

Thomas Lobianco, 26, of Lake Ronkonkoma, was arraigned on a 19-count indictment in a Riverhead court room. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn has more.

'They're sitting ducks out there.'

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Mohammad Salman Hamdani, a Muslim 23-year-old NYPD cadet and paramedic living in Queens, was the subject of a police wanted poster after 9/11 until his remains were found at Ground Zero.

'It's about his sacrifice': Mother of Muslim NYPD cadet who died in towers on 9/11 seeks first responder recognition for son

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Chevat has been praised by lawmakers from both sides of the aisle for his tireless advocacy.

Toxic air sickened thousands after 9/11, and Ben Chevat has fought for them ever since

The creation of the TSA and stricter security screenings have made travelers safer, but advances in technology over the past quarter century have helped ease some of the restrictions rolled out after 9/11.

9/11 changed airport security forever. Experts say there's still room for improvement.

More than 100 feature World Trade Center steel recovered after the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks.

Hundreds of 9/11 memorial sites have been erected across LI. See where they are.

Family and friends reflect on him as a "go-getter" who was always moving at "a million miles an hour."

Remembering Glen Pettit, NYPD videographer from LI who died on 9/11

Dr. John Howard returned to his post last year after being fired amid widespread federal government layoffs.

Trump administration retains WTC Health leader for another term

The department's practice has been to increase deployments for major events.

More NYPD officers will police this year's 9/11 ceremony than before

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Salvadorans on Long Island are preparing for the end of their Temporary Protected Status. The federal humanitarian program that allows immigrants to legally live and work in the United States, expires on Wednesday. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'I never thought this would happen to them'

ScieGen Pharmaceuticals wants to build a 60,000-square-foot factory and warehouse in Hauppauge to meet consumer demand. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'Very important for us'

Street takeovers this summer on Long Island have led to traffic tickets, impounded vehicles and arrests. Newsday reporter Nicholas Grasso provides insight on this trend.

Different views on LI street takeovers

Port Jefferson and Amityville are dropping their varsity football programs for the 2026 season. Newsday's High School Sports Editor Gregg Sarra reports.

'That's a shame'

Healthcare leaders and experts have long suggested that Nassau University Medical Center could improve its finances by selling or leasing real estate. Newsday investigative reporter Peter D'Auria has more.

Ways to fix the future of NUMC

Some farm stand owners are sharing video footage on social media, citing threats to an ethics code that has guided the East End economy for decades. NewsdayTV's Doug Geed reports.

'It's unfortunate'

There was a major police presence at Pearl Court in Sayville on Friday morning as authorities investigated a report of a woman found dead in her home. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

Homicide detectives at the scene

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