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Dangerous RoadsSpeed is killing and hurting more people on LI. What will make drivers slow down?

Crashes where speed was a factor killed or seriously injured 418 people on Long Island in 2024, up from 254 in 2019.

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Only in NewsdayTougher DMV point system will make it easier for drivers to lose licenses

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Tracking weekend storm, deep freeze ... Push to save 9/11 health funding ... Dangerous Roads: Scourge of speeding ... LI Volunteers: Beading Hearts

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Breaking News'Impactful winter storm' with moderate to heavy snowfall now more likely for weekend, forecasters say

Only in NewsdayHochul proposes 3.8% aid increase for LI schools. See how much your district could get.

Bayport man charged for allegedly possessing child porn

Only in Newsday5 affordable LI family-owned restaurants

Only in NewsdayLaw clerk in alleged conflict of interest in LI inheritance dispute leaves Queens Surrogate's Court

Only in NewsdayFrigid temps on LI bring host of physical, financial threats

Trump will talk domestic policy at Davos, where his quest for Greenland could overshadow other goals

Teacher took advantage of parents' 'blind trust' when he abused young students, prosecutor says

More than 80 cats found in West Islip home, Suffolk SPCA says

Top 10 Islanders coaches of all-time

Trump administration admits DOGE accessed personal Social Security data

John 'The Bear' Allen, sports star at Sachem, dies at 66

LI district seeks approval of $40M bond proposal

Only in NewsdayBuying a car in 2026? LIers face sticker shock, higher costs and tougher loans.

Stew Leonard's celebrates 10 years on LI, ties growth to region's farming industry

Could NY's plan to speed environmental reviews reshape LI housing?

Carlos Beltran, Andruw Jones elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame

$1M federal boost for new water treatment plant in Hempstead

Remembering when LI kids' birthday parties weren't pricey affairs

Giants introduce John Harbaugh as head coach

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MLK remembered on LI in day of parades, songs

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Out East: Orchids at Bianchi-Davis Greenhouse

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Winter storm brings snow to LI

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Ice cream dipped in melted butter? Stew Leonard's has it

Despite 30% increase in Hispanic officers, LI police forces still overwhelmingly white

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'The Diplomat' films on LI

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Declining number of family owned hardware stores

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The great grocery store sheet cake taste test

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LI Works: A wizard at fixing pinball machines

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Things to do

Winter birthday? These venues bring the heat with fun for all ages

Celebrate your special day at Long Island venues offering experiences including themed dinners, arcade games and wine tasting in heated cabins.

MORE ON THIS TOPICTrapeze school opens 1st indoor facility at LI mall NYC museums after dark: Date nights, overnights and free events Ultimate guide to indoor places to play, game and more

Ski bus trips from LI to Northeast slopes and resorts

American Cruise Lines launches Great Lakes trip from Syracuse

At LI's dueling pianos shows, no two nights are the same

Only in NewsdayFirst look: Inside LI's new Disney/Pixar 'Inside Out' exhibit

Long Island NICU babies get first book, 'NIC Zoo,' by local mom

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Long Islanders' Favorites

Cardinals' concern for U.S. moral compass garners mixed reviews from LI Catholics

The three high-ranking U.S. Catholic cardinals warned the country is in danger of losing its place as the world's moral compass.

Which LI grocery store makes the best cake?

Did someone say 2016?

President Donald Trump's impact on Long Island

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

CARTOONSSee Matt Davies' latest cartoon

Davies is Newsday Opinion's cartoonist.

LETTERSGreenland situation is absurd

CATHY YOUNGHeavy hand ripping our social fabric

EDITORIALSTrying to grab Greenland won't help the U.S.

Giants introduce John Harbaugh as head coach

01:37

MLK remembered on LI in day of parades, songs

01:59

Out East: Orchids at Bianchi-Davis Greenhouse

02:36

Winter storm brings snow to LI

01:56

Ice cream dipped in melted butter? Stew Leonard's has it

Despite 30% increase in Hispanic officers, LI police forces still overwhelmingly white

03:00

'The Diplomat' films on LI

02:08

Declining number of family owned hardware stores

01:56

The great grocery store sheet cake taste test

01:55

LI Works: A wizard at fixing pinball machines

02:00

More Long Island

GameStop shutters 2 LI stores amid hundreds of closures nationwide

The company has faced financial challenges in recent years as more games shift to digital platforms.

First in NewsdayTown starts demolishing Massapequa's Budget Inn Motel

Voters reject Three Village schools bond proposals

Only in NewsdayInvestigators in Gilgo Beach case eyeing microbial DNA analysis to help identify Asian victim, DA says

2 LI towns plan to waive property taxes for permanently disabled vets

Only in NewsdaySunrise, Empire wind projects will cost $13B to build, filings show

Only in Newsday'What did we do wrong?' Afghan man on LI worked with U.S., now fears deportation

Nation / World

A look at Trump's Board of Peace and who has been invited

The Board of Peace led by U.S. President Donald Trump was originally envisioned as a small group of world leaders overseeing the Gaza ceasefire plan.

Danish veterans of US wars feel betrayed by Trump's threats against Greenland

House Republicans begin push to hold the Clintons in contempt of Congress over the Epstein probe

Iran's top diplomat issues most direct threat yet to US as crackdown over protests squeezes nation

Combative Prince Harry disputes having 'leaky' social circle in Daily Mail trial

Newsday Live

A Chat with Tom Colicchio

Sports

Mets acquire centerfielder Robert from White Sox

The Mets sent Luisangel Acuna and a pitching prospect to the White Sox for Robert, who strengthens their outfield defense and provides righthanded power.

St. John's uses 33-13 run to beat Seton Hall, earn 5th straight win

Carlos Beltran, Andruw Jones elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame

Rock: Coach Harbaugh, not GM, will get final say

Investigations

Newsday InvestigatesDespite 30% increase in Hispanic officers, LI police forces still overwhelmingly white

Five years after a Newsday investigation into police hiring, neither county has diversified ranks to reflect the communities they serve.

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

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

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

HS roundup: A perfect game in bowling, plus basketball results

A recap of high school boys and girls bowling matches and boys and girls basketball games.

Share your experiences on LI's dangerous roads

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

Entertainment

The Sundance Film Festival prepares to bid farewell to Park City, and Robert Redford

Green Day to open 60th Super Bowl with anniversary ceremony celebrating generations of MVPs

'Hell's Kitchen' to end on Broadway

'The Rip': Affleck and Damon deliver intense performances as Miami cops

'It was crazy to see her in real life': Hundreds descend on Looney Tunes for Madison Beer signing

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