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According to investigators, Alison Winter was practicing as a clinical social worker without a license between November 2018 and May 2024. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn has more.

'Psychotherapy is really an umbrella term'

Dangerous extreme heat with the possibility of thunderstorms are in store for Long Island and the entire NYC area beginning Wednesday, NewsdayTV's meteorologist Geoff Bansen has the forecast.

Possible record temperatures coming

It was an unimaginable crime that shattered the idyllic image of a suburbia. On July 4, 1956, little Peter Weinberger, only 32 days old, was snatched out of his stroller on the back patio of his family's home in Westbury and killed. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'It impacts who I am today, and I'm going to be 80'

Magdalyn Abcug, who recently graduated from Longwood High School, alleges the district failed to accommodate her disability when she was a student. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'I felt very judged'

Ten people are facing charges for allegedly running illegal massage parlors in Suffolk and Queens. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa has more.

'We wanted to go up one level and get the managers'

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The Andrew Carnegie Foundation has announced this year's "Great Immigrants, Great Americans" honorees, including Citi CEO Jane Fraser and Pulitzer Prize-winning authors Hernan Diaz and Cristina Rivera Garza.

Carnegie Foundation unveils 2026's 'Great Immigrants, Great Americans' list

Statewide, the grants will support 37 childcare projects totaling $106 million.

NYS gives 4 LI nonprofits a childcare funding boost

U.S. stocks are trimming their losses from a rocky June.

US stocks trim their losses for June

Technology from American companies is being used to power a revolution in the scam industry, playing a key role in the industrialization and globalization of fraud in ways that have not been clear until now, an AP/"FRONTLINE" investigation has found.

Four days to make victims fall in love: How global scammers use US tech to fleece people

Three producers coordinated for years to influence the daily price index of eggs, artificially increasing prices, officials said.

Free eggs coming after probe reveals price collusion among producers

Americans' attitudes toward the economy improved slightly this month as gas prices declined, but their outlook is still mostly negative by historical standards.

Consumer confidence ticks up as gas prices fall but Americans remain gloomy about the economy

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NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa visits Signorama in Huntington Station.

LI Works: Ken lights up the room as he makes signs

Criminal charges against Gilgo Beach serial killer's therapist

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed visits a pick-your-own berry and flower farm in Mattituck, Patty's Berries and Bunches.

Out East: Pick-your-own berry farm celebrating 50 years

LI student with Tourette syndrome sues district, alleges school staff mocked her, questioned her diagnosis

Newsday travel writer Carissa Kellman takes the High Line to Chelsea Market and Pier 57.

Exploring NYC's High Line

Long Islanders affected by the Trump administration's immigration crackdown spoke with NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn about its impact here.

How the ICE crackdown is reshaping LI

Vincent Puleo, who's worked in public office for nearly two decades, terminated the spa's lease following Newsday's reporting. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie talks with Newsday reporters Sandra Peddie and Bahar Ostadan about the story.

Suffolk County official owns strip mall with foot spa tied to alleged sex activity

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano and Newsday food writer Marie Elena Martinez try oysters, pizza, and ice cream at The Sandbox in Oyster Bay.

The Sandbox brings food trucks to Oyster Bay

Two siblings have been diagnosed with metachromatic leukodystrophy, and their parents are on a mission to save one of their lives. NewsdayTV's Virgnia Huie reports.

LI siblings diagnosed with rare neurodegenerative disorder

As we head into summer, NewsdayTV meteorologist Geoff Bansen looks back at Long Island's hurricane history and prospects for the 2026 season.

A look back at LI's hurricane history

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The price of childcare can be prohibitive for many Long Island parents. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports along with NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa, Newsday business reporter Victor Ocasio and daycare owner Janna Rodriguez.

'Probably as much as rent or mortgage'

The overall inflation rate for the Long Island area is now 5.1%, up from 3.4% in May 2025. Newsday business reporter James T. Madore has more.

'Long Islanders are feeling the pain'

Recently passed state auto insurance reforms could help lower car insurance rates as much as 10% for New York drivers, according to some estimates. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'If it ain't now, it ain't happening. It's a dream.'

If approved, it would be the first new hospital on Long Island since 1980. Newsday business reporter James T. Madore has more.

'There are steps still to go'

The Riverhead Shake Shack, opening June 30, will be the chain's first on the East End.

Shake Shack set to open at Tanger Outlets

If approved, the 130,000-square-foot Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World would feature an indoor aquarium, historical displays and taxidermy wildlife mounts.

Bass Pro Shops combines outdoor gear, tourist attractions

Amanda Pastore, of Levittown, feels the pressure to provide her son a birthday party like other children his age — but at what financial cost?

'I just want him to fit in with everybody else'

Median home prices rose 7.8% in Nassau and 6.7% in Suffolk in April. Newsday business reporter Jonathan LaMantia has more.

'Things are looking up in terms of the number of new listings'

Government data shows grocery inflation in the metro area has risen 1.5%. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'Everybody is feeling the pinch'

A number of Long Islanders are picking up extra jobs in an effort to make ends meet. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'Nearly a third of Long Islanders reported being financially strained'

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa shows you Newsday's new website where you can find stories, data and tips concerning your bottom line.

Introduction to Newsday's Wallet Watch

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa, Andrew Ehinger and Newsday business reporter James T. Madore look at why everything seems to cost more on Long Island.

'There's still nothing like Long Island'

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