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Injunction issued allowing Empire Wind to resume work off South Shore

The Trump administration had issued a stop-work order on the project, citing unspecified national security concerns.

MORE ON THIS TOPICJudge hands offshore wind industry another victory against Trump in clearing way for NY project Offshore wind developer prevails in court as Trump says the US 'will not approve any windmills'Wind project backers challenge administration's stop-work order

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

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Only in Newsday'We are not afraid of them': Iranians on LI react with horror, hope over government killings of protesters

Only in NewsdayNew hospital rankings roll out in 2026. Here's when LI patients can see the scores.

Only in NewsdayWhy high school sports can bring out the worst in fans

Coaches, referees and administrators interviewed by Newsday agree that fan behavior at Long Island high school sports events remains a pervasive and challenging problem.

MORE ON THIS TOPICPolice: High School basketball player punched by man during game

Trying LI supermarket's butter-dipped ice cream

Only in NewsdayLI judge removes independent monitor at former Cold Spring Hills nursing center

Sources: Giants finalizing deal with Harbaugh to be next head coach

Trump threatens to use the Insurrection Act to end protests in Minneapolis

Sewage leak into Peconic River prompts water quality worries

U.S. sanctions Iranian officials accused of repressing protests against the government

What's open, what's closed on MLK Day on LI

How's Mary Jo Buttafuoco doing? Mostly fine.

First in NewsdayU.S. Education Dept. investigating allegations LI district let a 'male student' try out for girls team

Officials: Florida man charged with illegal shipment of firearms, ghost guns to LI, NYC

Rapper Pitbull headed to Jones Beach this summer

New car payments soar to $1,000 a month. Here's how LIers can save money.

Trump: No federal money for NYS, other 'sanctuary' states

Hochul proposals would limit ICE enforcement in NY

Consumer confidence on LI drops, at its lowest point since summer 2023

Only in NewsdayNYC-based nonprofit to open new center for adults with autism on LI

Declining number of family owned hardware stores

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Blakeman sworn in as Nassau County executive

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The great grocery store sheet cake taste test

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Volunteers of Long Island: New York Marine Rescue Center

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

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LI Works: A wizard at fixing pinball machines

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Energy, pride and school spirit: Newsday's 3rd annual Cheer Fest

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Out East: Mecox Bay Dairy in Bridgehampton

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Health insurers must cover scalp cooling treatments

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Last-minute ticket surcharge irks LIRR riders

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Things to do

Disney On Ice, Hot Wheels and more can't-miss weekend events on LI

Explore our interactive guide to weekend fun, including family-friendly events, concerts, festivals and more.

MORE ON THIS TOPICNew monster truck debuts in 2026 Hot Wheels show Nostalgia and magic unite at 'Disney on Ice'Ultimate guide to indoor places to play, game and more

2 LI girls win $10G awards for environmental projects

Go behind the scenes of 'The Diplomat' with new Planting Fields tour

Sneak peek: New stores coming to Roosevelt Field this year

MLK weekend getaways and day trips for families

No overnight stay needed: LI hotels that offer day retreats

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Long Islanders' Favorites

Which LI grocery store makes the best cake?

Food critics taste-tested ready-to-go celebration cakes from local grocers. The winner may surprise you.

MORE ON THIS TOPICRotisserie chickens: Which LI grocers make the best?21 best things we ate on LI this year

Winter-spring movie preview: 33 great films you'll want to see

Only in NewsdayInside some of the first home sales of 2026 on LI

President Donald Trump's impact on Long Island

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

COMMENTARYThe pope and the president offer competing Americanisms

In this contest of visions, I am rooting for the American leader in the Vatican.

GUEST ESSAYSIslanders' Schaefer gives us fans a rare joy

GUEST ESSAYSICE didn't use rational tactics with Renee Good

EDITORIALSNYC congestion pricing working

Declining number of family owned hardware stores

01:56

Blakeman sworn in as Nassau County executive

01:24

The great grocery store sheet cake taste test

01:55

Volunteers of Long Island: New York Marine Rescue Center

01:50

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

01:48

LI Works: A wizard at fixing pinball machines

02:00

Energy, pride and school spirit: Newsday's 3rd annual Cheer Fest

01:39

Out East: Mecox Bay Dairy in Bridgehampton

02:47

Health insurers must cover scalp cooling treatments

02:11

Last-minute ticket surcharge irks LIRR riders

02:06

More Long Island

Glen Cove zone change could spur transit-oriented housing

Critics said the plan would create too dense of a housing complex.

MORE ON THIS TOPICWinter TV preview: 44 shows you'll want to watch

Only in NewsdayHot topic in Albany: How to regulate AI without stifling innovation

These LI 'de-influencers' champion a low-consumption lifestyle

3 LI men admit to fatally stabbing, strangling homeless man at encampment

'Rare' two-family home on North Fork for sale for $2.3 million

Blakeman: Talk with mom influenced support for abortion rights

Only in NewsdayVictim in LI murder trial squirmed and gasped for air 'like something out of a horror movie,' prosecutor says

Nation / World

Former NCAA players and fixers charged over rigged basketball games, prosecutors say

Federal prosecutors are charging 26 people, including former college basketball players who allegedly tried to fix games as recently as last season, in what they call a scheme to rig NCAA and Chinese Basketball Association games.

Average US long-term mortgage rate hits the lowest point in more than 3 years

European troops arrive in Greenland as talks with US highlight 'disagreement' over island's future

US seizes sixth sanctioned tanker it says has ties to Venezuela in Trump's effort to control its oil

Court ruling jeopardizes freedom for pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil

Newsday Live

A Chat with Tom Colicchio

Sports

5 things to know about John Harbaugh

The Giants are finalizing a deal to bring in the longtime Ravens head coach. Here's what to know and wonder about.

MORE ON THIS TOPICRock: Giants appear to have biggest win in years with reported hire of Harbaugh Sources: Giants finalizing deal with Harbaugh to be next head coach

Popper: Angry Knicks bemoan lack of effort in loss to Kings

Results of Newsday readers' Baseball Hall of Fame balloting

Only in NewsdayWho's the best skater on the Islanders?

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

High school roundup: Basketball, bowling and swimming

A recap of high school boys and girls basketball games, boys and girls bowling matches and a boys swim meet.

Share your experiences on LI's dangerous roads

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

Entertainment

How's Mary Jo Buttafuoco doing? Mostly fine.

Rapper Pitbull headed to Jones Beach this summer

'Star Trek: Starfleet Academy': Great-looking newcomer, but a bit too '90210'

New 'Game of Thrones' prequel should win viewers' hearts

Winter-spring movie preview: 33 great films you'll want to see

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