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Only in NewsdayEPA chief Lee Zeldin looks to slash grants to states

Zeldin has proposed cutting the agency's annual budget by half.

MORE ON THIS TOPICEnvironmental Protection Agency boss backs big budget cuts but Congress will get the final say Environmentalists see 2 Lee Zeldins: Friend on local causes, not on global ones How EPA repeal of Obama-era policy could impact LI

Only in NewsdayMore than half of Long Island card holders have REAL IDs

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On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," Gregg Sarra and Michael Sicoli discuss the boys lacrosse season and Jared Valluzzi has the plays of the week. Credit: Gary Licker, James Tamburino

Sarra Sounds Off, Ep. 33: Boys lacrosse and plays of the week On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," Gregg Sarra and Michael Sicoli discuss the boys lacrosse season and Jared Valluzzi has the plays of the week.

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LIRR strike talks: MTA says 'closer' to deal; unions call new offer 'phony'

LIRR riders weigh bad options as possible strike looms

3 free food truck festivals coming this spring

Take a nostalgic station-hopping train trip with LIRR's Day Pass

Explore Long Island's history with the Day Pass, offering unlimited travel and multi-stop station hops on the Long Island Rail Road.

Dockside clam shack closes after fire

Suffolk bill triggered by CVS stabbing mandates surveillance video turned over within 24 hours

No deal on Trump flags: Long Beach, homeowner headed to trial

WAR IN IRAN: What it means for LI

U.S. fires on and disables 2 more Iranian tankers as tensions rise in the Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. military says its forces fired on and disabled two Iranian oil tankers after exchanging fire with Iranian forces in the Strait of Hormuz overnight.

These numbers show the global impact of Iran's grip on the Strait of Hormuz

Why gasoline costs 52% more in the U.S. than it did before the Iran war

Vatican and State Department stress solid ties after Rubio's fence-mending visit over Trump attacks

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2 parents charged in connection with HS girls flag football fight

Remember White Castle's 'Vittleveyor'? LI spot plans modern upgrades

Man sentenced to up to 18 years in prison for double fatal high-speed crash on LI that killed his sister, another woman

Remembering 'Top Gun,' the 'event' movie of '86

Cyberattack impacts LI college, school districts

Gold Coast Book Fair goes for big names, free events this year

Women's boutique finds a new home on Love Lane

Great Neck student takes top spot at state science fair

Wildcat formation: Walt Whitman High School's mighty statue

Only in Newsday'Dream come true' for LI's Nick Karika to participate in Jets rookie minicamp

Plainedge kindergarten teacher Morgan Flanagan and her students on 'Today' show

PBA sues city police watchdog agency for the second time in less than month

State lawmakers weigh extending emission-free school bus deadline

Newsday InvestigatesMacArthur Airport OT soared past $1.2M amid struggles to hire, retain security guards

Only in NewsdayRentals are hard to come by on LI. When they do, they 'disappear within a week.'

LI day cares at risk of losing licenses after serious health, safety violations

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These high schoolers are getting a 'brake' at a career AI can't replace

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LI Works: Prepping boats for summer fun

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Out East: Shrine of Our Lady of the Island

Main Street staycation: Explore Northport's restaurants, shops and more

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Long Island Marathon brings out 3,500 runners — and even more fans

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'50 Years of Apple' celebrated with a massive private collection

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One teen's inspirational story of perseverance

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Beyond the gate: Caviar cart, arcade room and more at these LaGuardia lounges

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Trendy Bites: Tricolored chicken parm

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Things to do

Mother's Day festivals and events offering freebies and deals

Plan budget-friendly Mother's Day experiences, from thrilling rides to serene nature walks.

MORE ON THIS TOPIC5 last-minute Mother's Day brunches under $50 8 great gardening gifts for Mother's Day 4 notable LI mom-and-child run restaurants

4 notable LI mom-and-child run restaurants

How these LI mothers and daughters succeed in business

Erie Canal's crown jewels: Explore Rochester and waterfront Fairport

Main Street staycation: Explore Northport's restaurants, shops and more

Take the LI millennial nostalgia quiz and prove you're all that

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On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," Gregg Sarra and Michael Sicoli discuss the boys lacrosse season and Jared Valluzzi has the plays of the week. Credit: Gary Licker, James Tamburino

Sarra Sounds Off, Ep. 33: Boys lacrosse and plays of the week On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," Gregg Sarra and Michael Sicoli discuss the boys lacrosse season and Jared Valluzzi has the plays of the week.

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Newsday InvestigatesLI daycares at risk of losing licenses after serious health, safety violations

In most instances, daycares facing revocation are allowed to continue operating while investigations are pending, and most never permanently close. See if yours is on the list.

MORE ON THIS TOPICPolice investigating abuse claims at Northport day care LI parents face childcare challenges and costs NYS no longer referring families to LI day care center under investigation for alleged abuse

Need bling? Designer handbags? Suffolk police auctioning wide range of items.

First in NewsdaySee which LI hospitals got highest score for patient safety

What are they up to now? See where life has taken these 10 LI 2016 valedictorians

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

EDITORIALSHere we go again, nearing an LIRR strike

This strike threat should be the alarm our congressional reps need to hear.

MORE ON THIS TOPICFrom Newsday's archives: LIRR strike editorials

EDITORIALSFrom Newsday's archives: LIRR strike editorials

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GUEST ESSAYSRepowering can avert a reliability crisis

LI day cares at risk of losing licenses after serious health, safety violations

01:59

These high schoolers are getting a 'brake' at a career AI can't replace

01:54

LI Works: Prepping boats for summer fun

02:24

Out East: Shrine of Our Lady of the Island

Main Street staycation: Explore Northport's restaurants, shops and more

02:53

Long Island Marathon brings out 3,500 runners — and even more fans

02:00

'50 Years of Apple' celebrated with a massive private collection

01:33

One teen's inspirational story of perseverance

01:18

Beyond the gate: Caviar cart, arcade room and more at these LaGuardia lounges

02:10

Trendy Bites: Tricolored chicken parm

01:34

More Long Island

Only in NewsdayState regulator demands documents on utilities' debt-collection practices

The move follows revelations in Newsday about PSEG Long Island' s efforts to get tardy customers to pay up.

MORE ON THIS TOPICHochul calls for probe into how utilities collect overdue bills Caught on tape: How PSEG supervisors use threat of shutoffs to get customers to pay up Fewer LI customers are late paying electric bills, but amount owed is up by nearly $160

Somber ceremony honors Suffolk County's fallen officers

First in Newsday'A place of wonder' for bird watchers: North Fork gets first official trail

Pedestrian fatally struck while walking in roadway in Selden

Twin brothers named valedictorian, salutatorian at Chaminade

Only in NewsdayViews of Congress plunge, but few members are likely to suffer at the polls

Only in Newsday'Life-changing' $5M scratch-off lottery ticket bought on LI

Nation / World

Trump says Russia and Ukraine have agreed to his request for a 3-day ceasefire and a prisoner swap

President Donald Trump says the leaders of Russia and Ukraine have agreed to his request for a three-day ceasefire and an exchange of prisoners.

Suspect in White House correspondents' dinner attack seeks recusal of top Justice Dept. officials

Alabama lawmakers pass plan for new US House primary if courts allow different districts

Spain readies for evacuations as a hantavirus-hit cruise ship heads for the Canary Islands

US lifts hold on immigration applications for doctors, but leaves others waiting

Newsday Live

Newsday Live: Jennie Garth talks about career, health and happiness

Sports

Knicks a win away from return trip to Eastern Conference finals

Jalen Brunson had 33 points and nine assists for the Knicks, who used an all-around team effort to make up for OG Anunoby's absence.

Mark Vientos homers early, hits winning double in 10th for Mets

Sources: Jets, Breece Hall agreed to a contract extension

Boland: Spencer Jones will get a chance to show Yanks that he belongs

Investigations

Newsday InvestigatesSuffolk's child abuse, neglect deaths reached a 10-year high. CPS still struggles to improve.

The county repeatedly told the state it has a "high number of less experienced staff."

MORE ON THIS TOPICNewsday report prompts Suffolk County to put child fatality review team into action Long Island 9-year-old said 'bad things' happening at home before his death Grand jury recommends no criminal charges for CPS workers investigating abuse in Thomas Valva's death

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

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

Newsday InvestigatesNames of Blakeman's armed volunteer deputies revealed

Ambitious (but tiny) wine bar opens with star chef

LI Pizza Fest moves to larger venue to meet demand

5 last-minute Mother's Day brunches under $50

Top LI pizzeria opens second location

High School Sports

HS roundup: Softball, baseball and boys and girls lacrosse

A recap of Long Island high school sporting events.

Share your experiences on LI's dangerous roads

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

Entertainment

Remembering 'Top Gun,' the 'event' movie of '86

Octopus story 'Remarkably Bright Creatures' is disarming

Gold Coast Book Fair goes for big names, free events this year

A video of Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt fighting has nearly 2M views on X. But it never happened.

Only in NewsdayTed Turner appreciation: Once you met 'Captain Outrageous,' you never forgot him

'The Sheep Detectives': Talking animal whodunit filled with warm humor, cuddly charm

David Attenborough, the excited but hushed voice of nature programs, turns 100

Remembering Roger Grimsby, the complicated, colorful 'Eyewitness News' anchor

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