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Live: Bruce Blakeman's swearing-in ceremony

The event marks a formal start to his second term as Nassau county executive, even as he prepares to mount a challenge to Gov. Kathy Hochul to be the next leader of the state.

Latest Updates2Watch live: Bruce Blakeman sworn-in as county executive On same day as Blakeman swearing-in, Howard Kopel began second term leading legislature Blakeman allies appear in person and on a TV monitor

Howard Kopel starts second term as presiding officer of Nassau Legislature

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Republican Bruce Blakeman is taking the oath of office, a formal start to his second term as Nassau county executive.

Republican Bruce Blakeman is taking the oath of office, a formal start to his second term as Nassau county executive.

Updated 50 minutes ago Republican Bruce Blakeman is taking the oath of office, a formal start to his second term as Nassau county executive.

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Only in NewsdayAdvocate: Family locates Roosevelt man who disappeared after ICE arrest

Millions in gift card dollars go unclaimed — here's how to keep yours

Only in NewsdayNew York State reached record $26.27 billion in mobile sports betting last year, data shows

HEYYYYY: These are some of the NYS DMV's rejected vanity plates

Major furniture retailer shutting all U.S. stores after nearly 80 years — what NYers need to know

Mamdani and his wife make it official with Gracie Mansion

Minnesota and the Twin Cities sue the federal government to stop the immigration crackdown

Police: High School basketball player punched by man during game

First in NewsdayHochul: Blocking fraud will bring down car insurance rates

First in NewsdayJudge upholds Greenport rabbi's ouster

LI's largest publicly traded company names first Black CEO

Cops: Driving instructor showed teens pornography

Thousands of nurses go on strike at several major New York City hospitals

Trump says Iran wants to negotiate as the death toll in protests rises to at least 599

Only in NewsdayLI taco shop closes 1 location, planning another

Only in NewsdayEducation leaders: State funding formula comes up short for districts, needs updating

MLK weekend getaways and day trips for families

Police: Long Beach man killed crossing street

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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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

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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Things to do

Nostalgia and magic unite at 'Disney on Ice'

"Mickey's Search Party" at UBS Arena features iconic Disney characters and a quest to rescue Tinker Bell from Captain Hook.

MORE ON THIS TOPICDisney On Ice, Hot Wheels and more can't-miss weekend events on LI 3 new rides coming to Adventureland this summer Trapeze school opens 1st indoor facility at LI mall

From dream to reality: Friends open fashion, bridal studio

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

Only in NewsdayNew game cafe opening in LI mall

Fashion trends 2026: Structure meets softness for spring

Vet bills are increasing. Is pet insurance worth it?

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Republican Bruce Blakeman is taking the oath of office, a formal start to his second term as Nassau county executive.

Republican Bruce Blakeman is taking the oath of office, a formal start to his second term as Nassau county executive.

Updated 50 minutes ago Republican Bruce Blakeman is taking the oath of office, a formal start to his second term as Nassau county executive.

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Long Islanders' Favorites

'We were sharing something': LI Grateful Dead tribute band, fans remember Bob Weir

Long Island harbored dedicated groups of Deadheads over the years, and iterations of the legendary band made numerous appearances at local venues.

Sneak peek: New stores coming to Roosevelt Field this year

3 takeaways from Carton's first week back at WFAN

President Donald Trump's impact on Long Island

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

COMMENTARYAmericans are right to be worried about the labor market

Americans are extremely dissatisfied with how things are going with the economy.

COMMENTARYTrump's credit-card cap would feed the weakest to the sharks

LETTERSMusings: Thinking about the 'Journey' ahead

LETTERSMusings: Will it be a book you'll love?

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

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

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

More Long Island

Ronkonkoma buyers find bustling community experiencing a downtown renaissance

Burgeoning areas in the community include Station Yards near the LIRR and Hawkins Avenue, which is drawing more businesses.

MORE ON THIS TOPICGuide to buying a home in Long Island communities Over 18,000 homes sold in 2025 on LI. See what buyers got for their money.Can't afford NYC or the 'burbs? Rentals near the LIRR could be an option.

Only in NewsdayLI battery storage facilities buffeted by fires, freeze on wind projects

Fire breaks out in Kings Park home

Facing reelection, Hochul is being pressured from left and right

Only in NewsdayMeet Suffolk's new county legislators

LI House members split over crackdown on visits to ICE facilities

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

Nation / World

Sen. Kelly sues the Pentagon over attempts to punish him, declaring it unconstitutional

Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly has sued the Pentagon over attempts to punish him for his warnings about illegal orders.

DOJ investigation of Fed Chair Powell sparks backlash, support for Fed independence

Judge is asked for emergency hearing after Congress members blocked from ICE facility in Minneapolis

US lawmakers to visit Denmark as Trump continues to threaten Greenland

Families of prisoners in Venezuela wait in anguish as promised releases trickle

Newsday Live

A Chat with Tom Colicchio

Sports

Rock: Biggest week in a long time for Giants

Hiring John Harbaugh as their next coach would be super, but there are a couple other strong candidates, too.

AnalysisRangers hoping to get spark from young players

Analysis5 potential trade targets for Islanders

Popper: KAT's prolonged adjustment period a concern

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

Newsday's 3rd annual Cheer Fest brings the school spirit

47 of Long Island's best varsity cheer squads put on a show at Hofstra on Sunday.

MORE ON THIS TOPICPhotos: Newsday's Cheer Fest 2026 Top 50 cheerleaders for the 2025-26 season

Share your experiences on LI's dangerous roads

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

Entertainment

3 takeaways from the Golden Globes

'One Battle After Another' and 'Hamnet' take top honors at Golden Globes

'Sinners' leads movie nominations for NAACP Image Awards

'We were sharing something': LI Grateful Dead tribute band, fans remember Bob Weir

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

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