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Live updates: ICE shoots man in NYC with 5-year-old in vehicle

Department of Homeland Security officials say they were unaware a child was in the targeted vehicle.

Latest UpdatesMore protests expected ICE shooting angers NY Democrats The scene at the shooting in the Bronx

Only in NewsdaySuffolk's top 20 water users pumped 1 billion gallons from aquifer last year

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Only in NewsdayGOP nominee for Nassau Legislature was arrested twice for assault, records show

Passenger shot boarding train at LIRR station; shooter takes off

Wallet Watch'Work until you drop ... is not a plan': Here's what you need to retire on LI

Financial advisers say Long Islanders need to save millions to retire.

MORE ON THIS TOPICLong Island seniors saved for retirement. Now, they worry the money won't last.See more Wallet Watch coverage Sign up for the Wallet Watch newsletter

Police seek suspects after shot fired at Suffolk park

Only in NewsdayIs Oheka Castle worth $137 million? Why it's 'very difficult to price.'

A legendary fall getaway: Spend the day in this spooky town

Just 90 minutes from Long Island lies a charming town that's home to one of America's most famous ghost stories.

Frozen pasta sold at Walmart recalled over listeria concerns

'Snapple House' that belonged to company co-founder going to auction next month

New Greek spot brings Mediterranean flavor to LI village

Politics

Skipping the stage: Most LI congressional races won't have debates

"If a candidate can't survive a one-hour unscripted debate, this is likely a warning sign," said one expert.

Only in NewsdayHow Trump's NY rally could help, or hurt, Blakeman

Gillen target of upcoming TV ad campaign by House Republicans

MORE TOP STORIES

Planned battery plant in Suffolk sparks questions about safety

Hampton Jitney building a solar microgrid with an eye on future EV fleet

Mike Ditka, the quintessential Chicago Bear and a Pro Football Hall of Famer, dies at 86

First in NewsdayBroadway Mall plan seeks town OK for less parking, late-night hours

Top 10 LI boys soccer teams

Mom of 6 dies in Suffolk crash

Health leaders urge flu shots, but fewer are getting them

Only in NewsdayMeet the 3 high school football duos from LI playing together at Stony Brook

Radio legend Pat Pagano gets ready to sign off

LI to see another rainy Sunday

Man dies after falling from roof of LI home

A sneak peek of Billy Joel's motorcycles going to auction next month

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2 whales stranded on LI

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LI fire department removes volunteer after Facebook comment about ICE

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LI High School marching band to perform in London New Year’s Parade

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Coffee cart opens at Melville flower shop

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Out East: Seven Ponds Orchard

It's Oktoberfest every day at this Long Beach restaurant

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Chief Stuart Cameron talks new book 'The Long Watch' and Gilgo investigation

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Trendy Bites: Have your frappe with a slice of tiramisu on top

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Cost to educate students on Long Island hits a record high

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Things to do

Only in NewsdayStaple LI fall festival plans 70th anniversary revamp

There will be food contests, a walk of fame and hayrides.

MORE ON THIS TOPICBest Long Island orchards for apple picking Guide: Fill your fall with festivals

Only in NewsdayLI's Top 50 best restaurants of 2026

NY's secret island ruin: Take a kayak adventure to a forgotten castle

Spooky Fest and more can't-miss weekend events on LI

Only in NewsdayWith more teens not driving, the after-school activity juggle falls on these LI moms

LI indie bookstores offer everything from novels to novel events

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Long Islanders Favorites

Newsday InvestigatesLI employers stole nearly $4M from their workers last year. Nearly 40% came from home healthcare.

Many workers are struggling to get money they are owed years after state and federal investigations found their employers liable. See which LI home healthcare companies were the worst offenders.

MORE ON THIS TOPICDatabase: Look up LI home healthcare agencies liable for wage theft See more Newsday investigations

Only in NewsdayThe secret to eating at LI's best restaurants for more than 50% off

More than 200 LI schools exceeded NYS limit for lead, report finds

Newsday InvestigatesVolunteer firefighter removed after Facebook comment about ICE

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

ENDORSEMENTSAll of Newsday Opinion's 2026 election endorsements

Find out the candidates the editorial board chose and why.

GUEST ESSAYSPropel will bring LI the power it needs

LETTERSReducing flooding in Port Jeff, dam-free Nissequogue River

ENDORSEMENTSNewsday Opinion endorses Garbarino for 2nd Congressional District

A sneak peek of Billy Joel's motorcycles going to auction next month

01:53

2 whales stranded on LI

0:22

LI fire department removes volunteer after Facebook comment about ICE

02:31

LI High School marching band to perform in London New Year’s Parade

02:00

Coffee cart opens at Melville flower shop

01:46

Out East: Seven Ponds Orchard

It's Oktoberfest every day at this Long Beach restaurant

02:20

Chief Stuart Cameron talks new book 'The Long Watch' and Gilgo investigation

01:18

Trendy Bites: Have your frappe with a slice of tiramisu on top

01:19

Cost to educate students on Long Island hits a record high

01:57

More Long Island

Only in Newsday7-year-old was left home alone for a day 6 months before she died, filings reveal

The allegation came as prosecutors and attorneys litigate who was ultimately responsible for the child's care and the injuries that caused her death.

MORE ON THIS TOPICState report finds no fault with Suffolk CPS before alleged torture, killing of Jor'Dynn Duncan Jor'Dynn Duncan's mother to sue Suffolk, Bayport-Blue Point school district and others for $250M The death of 7-year-old Jor'Dynn Duncan: Complete coverage

Nassau tax preparer gets 4-year sentence in COVID fraud scheme

Long Island nurse wins prestigious DAISY award

Wallet WatchAffordable senior housing complex opens after receiving 560 lottery applicants

Target opens first store in the Hamptons, taking space Kmart vacated 2 years ago

Florida men indicted for having 688 pounds of cocaine in a Holiday Inn parking lot on LI

Nation / World

Isaias closes in on the US Gulf Coast as a dangerous Category 3 hurricane

Isaias has strengthened into a powerful Category 3 hurricane as it surges toward the U.S. Gulf Coast.

Pentagon says the firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter will be livestreamed

South African-born jurist Navi Pillay wins Nobel Peace Prize for her work in international justice

A US charity plans to use AI to monitor its Gaza classrooms for 'hateful' speech

King Charles III paid $2 million to cover cost of ex-Prince Andrew's departure from Windsor estate

Newsday Live

Newsday Live: A chat with Joan Lunden

Make 'Under': Shedding the Mental Load and Redefining Enough

Sports

Popper: Knicks shutting down contract talks creates longer-term cap problems

Knicks say they "will not be negotiating contract extensions until later in the season." That could be problematic later on for Knicks, KAT and Hart.

5 key questions facing the Yankees

Mike Ditka, the quintessential Chicago Bear and a Pro Football Hall of Famer, dies at 86

AnalysisHow has Giants rookie LB Arvell Reese become one of the best tacklers in the NFL?

Investigations

Newsday InvestigatesDatabase: Look up LI home healthcare agencies liable for wage theft

State and federal labor investigations found these 66 LI home healthcare agencies owe a total of $11.6 million in back wages to their employees.

Newsday InvestigatesVolunteer firefighter removed after Facebook comment about ICE

Newsday InvestigatesNassau jail officials didn't provide proper medical care, ICE records show

Newsday InvestigatesAs LI hospitals buy up old department stores, taxpayers shoulder heavier burden

Union Burger Bar has a new name and new location

Roving pizza truck finds a new LI home

Italian eatery closes in Suffolk

La Porta by the Slice opens in LI village

High School Sports

HS roundup: Miller Place boys soccer honors the life of Andrew Salgado

The Miller Place boys soccer team hosted the inaugural "Play for Andrew" game Thursday against Kings Park.

School enrollment down across Long Island

See changes in enrollment by district.

Entertainment

Radio legend Pat Pagano gets ready to sign off

Tilles Center is the haunt for 'Ghostbusters in Concert'

1,000 miles from Nashville, country music is thriving on LI. Why?

Feet accomplished: MSG to host 'Dancing With the Stars'

Verdict for legal drama 'Cupertino'? Guilty of being terrific

Former Cinema Arts Centre co-director hosting 'Cinema in Exile' series at other theaters

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