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Father, teen son charged after police find chemicals for making rockets in their LI home

Prosecutors say the father bought the chemicals for his son to make rockets.

Breaking NewsSmithtown pol a no show at first meeting since assault charge

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Only in NewsdayGillen pursues a moderate path as she seeks a second term

LaGuardia firefighter heard 'stop, stop' before crash but didn't know who it was for, NTSB says

Rex Heuermann's 4-day killing ritual detailed in documentary

Family-run Greek eatery closing after 33 years

Scenes from Italian markets: Where to find LI's specialty shops

Long Island's "pork stores" offer a variety of sausages, cheeses and imported goods, reflecting the area's rich Italian heritage.

Newsday InvestigatesStruggling NUMC spent millions in tax dollars to create neurosciences unit. The plan failed.

LI middle school students approached by strangers in cars while walking home

Suffolk starts enforcement of e-bike safety laws, age limits

WAR IN IRAN: What it means for LI

Trump orders U.S. military to 'shoot and kill' Iranian small boats choking Strait of Hormuz

U.S. President Donald Trump says he has ordered the U.S. military to "shoot and kill" small Iranian boats that deploy mines to choke traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.

U.S. military says it seizes another oil tanker associated with Iran

Lebanon and Israel to resume rare direct talks in Washington to extend Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire

More confusion looms over Strait of Hormuz after Iran attacks three ships near waterway

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East Hampton man arrested on child sex abuse charges

Raccoon carcass found on LI tests positive for rabies

Knicks' Robinson remembers the lean years. Now he loves playoff basketball.

Trump reclassifies state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug in a historic shift

School board adopts budget that would raise tax levy by 13%

Only in NewsdayLI's tick season: What to expect after the harsh winter

Only in NewsdayNassau school district names new superintendent

Only in NewsdayNursing homes fear getting shortchanged in scramble for state dollars

Ex-PTA treasurer charged with stealing $50G, using money for personal expenses

Firefighters battling major house fire in West Babylon

Only in NewsdayYour doctor would like to speak with you about aging well

First in Newsday$1.5M in upgrades planned for LI apartment complex after building's sale

Noise complaints down 61% at Hamptons airport

Iannazzone: Who should the Jets draft and avoid drafting?

Barnes: Who should the Giants draft and avoid drafting?

Circus Vazquez: 'There's no bad seat in the tent'

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The mish salad: A Five Towns classic

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NewsdayTV reporter Shari Einhorn details cancer battle: 'My diagnosis completely threw me for a loop'

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Struggling NUMC spent millions in tax dollars to create a neurosciences unit. The plan failed.

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LI Works: Prepping meals for the masses

Out East: Where the future took off at Grumman Memorial Park

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John Gotti's grandson sentenced to prison for $1.1M COVID fraud

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Nothing fishy about FeedMe's top sushi spots for 2026

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Schaefer helped boost Isles' attendance at UBS Arena this season

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Foreigner holds world premiere of new musical on Long Island

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Things to do

Fairy Festival returns: See what's new at the magical fest

Experience the magic of the Fairy Festival at Sands Point Preserve, with fairies, gnomes and trolls leading nature-based activities for all ages.

MORE ON THIS TOPICKite Festival and more can't-miss weekend events on LI Waterdrinker's Tulip Festival is in bloom. Here's what's new.Cherry blossom festivals on LI, in NYC this spring

Clam bar to replace South Shore crab shack

Kite Festival and more can't-miss weekend events on LI

Meal deals start at $24 at new LI eateries for a limited time

Waterdrinker's Tulip Festival is in bloom. Here's what's new.

Bookish escapes: 5 literary-themed hotels to visit

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Long Islanders' Favorites

Summer movie preview: 35 you'll want to see

The season's hot tickets include sequels to "Toy Story," "Spider-Man" and "The Devil Wears Prada."

No REAL ID? No passport? No problem. Here's how you can still fly.

Only in NewsdayTrump order fast-tracks reviews of psychedelic treatments for veterans. Why some on LI are divided.

Only in NewsdayPlanes zooming overhead? Not a problem for LI homebuyers.

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

COMMENTARYCongress suddenly remembers it has ethics rules

The delays embedded in the ethics system allow members to abuse it.

COMMENTARYThe Iran ceasefire offers the best path to regime change

GUEST ESSAYSHochul's $100B nuclear plan will raise LIers' electric rates

DAN JANISONCitizen Adams joins a Balkan nation

Circus Vazquez: 'There's no bad seat in the tent'

01:53

The mish salad: A Five Towns classic

02:22

NewsdayTV reporter Shari Einhorn details cancer battle: 'My diagnosis completely threw me for a loop'

03:09

Struggling NUMC spent millions in tax dollars to create a neurosciences unit. The plan failed.

01:38

LI Works: Prepping meals for the masses

Out East: Where the future took off at Grumman Memorial Park

02:39

John Gotti's grandson sentenced to prison for $1.1M COVID fraud

02:00

Nothing fishy about FeedMe's top sushi spots for 2026

02:22

Schaefer helped boost Isles' attendance at UBS Arena this season

01:41

Foreigner holds world premiere of new musical on Long Island

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More Long Island

High school graduation can be a scary time for neurodiverse people. These LI job programs can help them find purpose

Training programs that hire workers with autism exist across Long Island, and Newsday is highlighting them for Autism Acceptance Month.

Plovers, sea turtles and more LI wildlife won't lose Endangered Species Act protections

LIRR strike talks: MTA, unions meeting Monday

Hamptons village bans its police from cooperation deals with ICE

LIU revoked golf scholarship of student recovering from injury

Rare white deer spotted on eastern LI

NY is about to make it easier for landscapers to switch to quieter, electric gear

Nation / World

Trump unveils deal with Regeneron to lower drug prices as part of most-favored-nation initiative

President Donald Trump has announced a deal with Regeneron to lower the cost of its pharmaceutical products.

Justice Department's watchdog is reviewing compliance with the law mandating Epstein files release

Trump's planned appearance bringing renewed scrutiny to annual correspondents' dinner

Louisiana governor says there's an active shooter at mall in Baton Rouge

Warner Bros shareholders approve Paramount's $81 billion takeover of the Hollywood giant

Newsday Live

Newsday Live Conversations: Beyond the Sidelines with Matt Goncalves

Sports

Knicks' Robinson remembers the lean years. Now he loves playoff basketball.

The longest-tenured Knick arrived in 2018-19, when the team was 17-65. Now, the Knicks are NBA title contenders.

Mets place Lindor on IL with calf strain

Iannazzone: Who should the Jets draft and avoid drafting?

Barnes: Who should the Giants draft and avoid drafting?

Investigations

Newsday InvestigatesStruggling NUMC spent millions in tax dollars to create neurosciences unit. The plan failed.

A plan to boost its finances foundered amid questionable management and leadership turnover.

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Newsday InvestigatesHow an LI nurse claimed to vaccinate kids for years after doctors suspected fraud

Newsday InvestigatesNames of Blakeman's armed volunteer deputies revealed

Newsday InvestigatesLI nursing homes fined more than $500G for violations including assaults

This nostalgic salad is a cult classic. Here's where to find it.

Comfort food spot closes after 27 years

Popular eatery closes temporarily due to liquor license snag

2 new Korean restaurants open in LI hamlet

High School Sports

Sarra Sounds Off, Ep. 31: 'Walk with Joe,' flag football and more

On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," take a lap with the Middle Country athletic director, Jonathan Ruban checks in with the Copiague flag football team and Jared Valluzzi has the plays of the week.

MORE ON THIS TOPICGet more High School sports

Share your experiences on LI's dangerous roads

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

Entertainment

Summer movie preview: 35 you'll want to see

'Michael' biopic is no thriller, but it does have its moments

Taylor Swift and Bad Bunny top Spotify's first all-time most streamed artists list

Jan! Jan! Jan! 'Brady Bunch' star Eve Plumb talks her new memoir ahead of LI event

Meet the Willy Lomans of Long Island

Beyoncé, Bezos, baubles and bustiers: What to know about the 2026 Met Gala

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