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Only in NewsdayVenezuelans on LI wonder what happens next after Maduro's arrest

Many worry about their families in a home country now in chaos, and about their own fate in the U.S.

MORE ON THIS TOPICU.S. capture of Maduro spurs reactions from LI Venezuelans US and Venezuela take first steps toward restoring relations after Maduro's ouster As Trump promises Venezuelan renaissance, locals struggle with crumbling economy

Only in NewsdayMeet Suffolk's new county legislators

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A Newsday investigation revealed that Grumman Aerospace knew toxic chemicals were leaking into the ground in Bethpage. Newsday Associate Editor Paul LaRocco and Deputy Editor David Schwartz explain. Credit: Newsday Studios

'It's depressing, it's frustrating' A Newsday investigation revealed that Grumman Aerospace knew toxic chemicals were leaking into the ground in Bethpage. Newsday Associate Editor Paul LaRocco and Deputy Editor David Schwartz explain.

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Only in NewsdayGOP's House edge shrinks, risking unprecedented switch in control

Protesters gather across LI to denounce ICE following Minnesota shooting

Only in NewsdayNYC restaurant opens 2nd LI location

Only in NewsdayUSA 250 on LI: What's planned, and what do stakeholders want to see?

Syosset, Plainview, Huntington nurses reach tentative deal with hospitals, averting strike

Grateful Dead founding member Bob Weir dies at 78

Southampton Village nears launch of WWI memorial restoration

Retired NYPD detective from LI competes on rebooted 'Fear Factor'

Rock: Familiar (NY) faces in playoff places

Bellport introduces its inaugural basketball hall of fame class

Only in NewsdayCancer treatments covered under law

International ski trips: The Alps, Japan and beyond

LI-raised comedian returns home for Paramount show

Only in NewsdayLong Islanders' Broadway attendance up 11% despite congestion pricing

Only in NewsdaySouthampton's $25.8M plan to raze beachfront mansion, add beach access

First in NewsdayTown reviewing plan for Amazon warehouse at Sunrise Mall

Only in NewsdayGradual rise in minimum wage better for businesses, workers, Hochul says

Cops: Philadelphia woman allegedly stole over $150G from 2 Nassau companies

Health insurers must cover scalp cooling treatments

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Bacon, egg and cheese with a twist at this LI bakery

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Last-minute ticket surcharge irks LIRR riders

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Rapid Response Network tracks ICE presence in Port Washington

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Flying high: New indoor trapeze school opens

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Out East: Custer Institute and Observatory

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33 LI students named Regeneron Science Talent Search semifinalists

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Newsday reporter recounts being inside Capitol during Jan. 6 insurrection

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One of LI's oldest German restaurants closes

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Volunteers of Long Island: America's VetDogs

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Things to do

Ski bus trips from LI to Northeast slopes and resorts

Take a convenient bus trip to top ski destinations, including the Catskills, Vermont and Maine.

MORE ON THIS TOPICMore snow, fewer crowds: Skiing, snowboarding and tubing spots in the Berkshires Bargain flights from JFK: Escape to Aruba, St. Thomas and London Montauk in the offseason: Experience 'The End' like a local

Nightlife for adults: Things to do this winter

Trapeze school opens 1st indoor facility at LI mall

Only in NewsdayGuide: LI's standout bacon, egg and cheese sandwiches

Unwrap the mystery: LI boutiques embrace 'Blind Date with a Book' trend

NYC museums after dark: Date nights, overnights and free events

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A Newsday investigation revealed that Grumman Aerospace knew toxic chemicals were leaking into the ground in Bethpage. Newsday Associate Editor Paul LaRocco and Deputy Editor David Schwartz explain. Credit: Newsday Studios

'It's depressing, it's frustrating' A Newsday investigation revealed that Grumman Aerospace knew toxic chemicals were leaking into the ground in Bethpage. Newsday Associate Editor Paul LaRocco and Deputy Editor David Schwartz explain.

Get more on these and other NewsdayTV stories

Long Islanders' Favorites

Golden Globes 2026: Our critic picks who should, will win

Expect a big night for "One Battle After Another" and maybe a few surprises.

What to know about Trump's crackdown on immigration programs

At least 6 new supermarkets opening on LI this year

President Donald Trump's impact on Long Island

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

CARTOONSSee Matt Davies' latest cartoon

Davies is Newsday Opinion's cartoonist.

MICHAEL DOBIEA human marvel that's hard to replicate

EDITORIALSMight doesn't make it right

COMMENTARYWhat Vance gets wrong about being an American

Health insurers must cover scalp cooling treatments

02:11

Bacon, egg and cheese with a twist at this LI bakery

01:48

Last-minute ticket surcharge irks LIRR riders

02:06

Rapid Response Network tracks ICE presence in Port Washington

02:55

Flying high: New indoor trapeze school opens

01:17

Out East: Custer Institute and Observatory

03:03

33 LI students named Regeneron Science Talent Search semifinalists

0:44

Newsday reporter recounts being inside Capitol during Jan. 6 insurrection

01:36

One of LI's oldest German restaurants closes

02:49

Volunteers of Long Island: America's VetDogs

02:11

More Long Island

Suffolk judge sentences convicted sex trafficker to up to 36 years in prison

Freddie Rice has been convicted of sex trafficking and promoting prostitution.

MORE ON THIS TOPICDA: Bay Shore man convicted of sex trafficking

Mourners bid emotional farewell to young CVS worker killed on Christmas Day

Retired state police sergeant from Riverhead dies of 9/11 illness at 63

Only in NewsdayLIRR unions say strike deadline will be pushed to May

Where to learn American Sign Language on Long Island

Asian bakery chain opens first U.S. location, in Great Neck

These 4 Long Islanders shed the pounds the old-fashioned way

Nation / World

Iran warns it will target US troops and Israel if America strikes over protests

Protests in Iran have crossed the two-week mark, challenging the country's theocracy.

Slow-moving prisoner releases in Venezuela enter 3rd day after government announces goodwill effort

Greenland's harsh environment and lack of infrastructure have prevented rare earth mining

Nepalese royalists demand monarchy restoration ahead of March elections

6 people killed in Mississippi rampage, including 7-year-old girl. Suspect charged with murder

Newsday Live

A Chat with Tom Colicchio

Sports

Only in NewsdayHow LI's Moscatiello became a Savannah Banana

Frank Moscatiello is playing for the Savannah Bananas, who play a variation of baseball known as Banana Ball, which emphasizes showmanship.

Isles beat Wild on Holmstrom's OT goal: 'Tonight, it was a team effort'

Rubin: St. John's earns second straight impressive victory, routing Creighton

Stephenson: Rangers allow 10 goals in Boston . . . Yeah, it's time to sell!

Investigations

Newsday InvestigatesLI's 'house of horrors': ICE has detained dozens in 'putrid, cramped' conditions for prolonged periods

The makeshift hold rooms — meant only to briefly hold a single person — have often been packed with numerous detainees at once.

MORE ON THIS TOPICNassau violates ICE agreement, detaining hundreds longer than legal limit, data shows ICE making arrests at Hauppauge immigration check-in Complete coverage: ICE arrests and deportations on LI

Newsday Investigates$200G earners rise 51% in LI towns and cities as police salaries grow

Newsday InvestigatesLI police still using force against Black people at disproportionate rates, 5 years after reforms

Newsday InvestigatesExplore the data: Racial disparities in police use of force persist

Only in NewsdayLI's best Chinese restaurants of the year

Only in NewsdayLI's best new restaurants of 2025

Guide: LI's top breakfast spots

Guide: LI's best cinnamon rolls

High School Sports

High school roundup: Boys and girls basketball games, plus boys swimming

A recap of boys and girls high school basketball games and a boys swimming meet.

Share your experiences on LI's dangerous roads

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

Entertainment

Golden Globes 2026: Our critic picks who should, will win

Chris Stapleton to play Jones Beach this summer

'Is This Thing On?': Small-scale story about love and family

'His & Hers': New Netflix murder mystery is too obvious

Taylor Swift leads the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Award nominations, followed by Bad Bunny and more

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