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Prices at the pump are rising on Long Island faster than other areas, but fuel is still cheaper than it was at this time last year.

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NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports from Manorville as police search a wooded area. The search is in connection with the Gilgo Beach homicide investigation, officials say.

On the scene in Manorville as police comb woods

Rachel Lodice, 21, from Jericho, on Wednesday pleaded not guilty to multiple charges after allegedly causing a fatal crash in Massapequa and driving off in a public safety vehicle that had stopped to help the victims, police said. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports. 

'It is unfair'

The state has detected high levels of a carcinogenic heavy metal at a West Islip Superfudn site, four years after a cleanup of the area.

Polllution concerns, again

The case of Theresa Sexton's son Terry Long, who was shot and killed nearly two years ago, has gone unsolved. On Tuesday at the Suffolk County Police Department's media room in Yaphank, Sexton asked the public to help find justice for her son's killing. NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports. 

'Help them bring the people to justice'

The New York Rise, Long Island's new professional softball team, will play its first game on June 19. Newsday's Matt Lindsay reports.

'This dream is kind of a reality now'

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In March 2023, the Island's unemployment rate was 3.1%, well below the rate reported last month, according to state figures. 

LI unemployment rate jumps to 3.6% in March 

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Global automakers and EV startups are unveiling new models and concept cars at China's largest auto show, with a focus on the nation's transformation into a major market and production base for digitally connected, new-energy vehicles.

Electric cars and digital connectivity dominate at Beijing auto show

President Joe Biden's signing of legislation that could ban TikTok in the U.S. runs counter to his campaign's embrace of the platform and outreach to influencers.

Biden just signed a bill that could ban TikTok. His campaign plans to stay on the app anyway

Legislation forcing TikTok's parent company to sell the video-sharing platform or face a ban in the U.S. has received President Joe Biden's official signoff.

TikTok has promised to sue over the potential US ban. What's the legal outlook?

The U.S. economy is thought to have extended its surprisingly healthy streak at the start of this year, with consumers still spending freely despite the pressure of high interest rates.

US growth likely slowed last quarter but still pointed to a solid economy

Long Island's high cost of living squeezing families

Boeing has reported a $355 million loss for the first quarter.

Boeing's financial woes continue, while families of crash victims urge US to prosecute the company

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Aldi and other discounters' growth is being helped by a growing number of consumers in search of savings amid elevated grocery prices, retail experts said.

Bethpage, Lake Ronkonkoma, other LI spots to get an Aldi

New York filed a federal lawsuit against Citibank after scammers wiped out some customer accounts. NewsdayTV's Chris Kahn reports.

Bank transfer fraud spikes

According to bankruptcy court filings, Rite Aid plans to close 53 more drugstores, including four on Long Island.

Where closures are happening

Home insurance prices are going up this year, especially on LI. We could see an increase anywhere from 10% to 30%. Newsday's business reporter Jonathan LaMantia reports.

Home insurance prices are going up

The Target will occupy the former Sears in the Lake Success Shopping Center in New Hyde Park.

LI's newest Target to open in April

Raising Cane's would go on the site of the recently demolished Chateau Briand Caterers in Carle Place, making it one of four planned Long Island locations for the chain.

Fast-casual chicken chain plans Carle Place entrée

A dealer of vintage cars in Farmingdale is steering customers to the classics while adapting to the times.

Candy store for classic cars

Courses in artificial intelligence at Farmingdale State College will start in the fall, making the school the first in the SUNY system to offer a bachelor's degree in AI.

A 1st for SUNY: Bachelor's in AI coming to Farmingdale

"I was in shock," said Merrick resident John Patti about possibly losing access to longtime doctors. But on Tuesday, there was relief, as UnitedHealthcare and Mount Sinai reached a contract agreement.

Patients relieved

To prevent bitter buyers, a more than 20-year-old law is getting a refresh. The Property Condition Disclosure Act makes home sellers fill out an official form detailing any issues with the property. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'If I knew then what I know now there's no way I would buy this home' 

As Sam Ash Music Stores commemorates 100 years in business, the Hicksville-based chain announced it's closing nearly 20 shops, including one in Huntington Station.

20 Sam Ash Music stores closing, including one on LI

Wall Street employees saw their bonus pay drop 2% to $176,500, on average, as securities firms adopted "a more cautious approach to compensation", NewsdayTV Business reporter James T. Madore reports.

Bonus pay was $176,500 on average last year

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