Matthew Bonanno, 47, pleaded not guilty Friday in Nassau County Court to a 13-count indictment that he criminally possessed assault weapons at his home.


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Suffolk County officials Monday warned of scammers, preying primarily on the elderly, who direct people to liquidate their life savings to buy gold bars. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'Very thankful that we saved that money for her'

The mother of a 7-year-old who was allegedly tortured and killed is filing a $250 million lawsuit against Suffolk County. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn has more.

'Multiple systems together that failed at every single point'

Joseph Horner, 27, of North Massapequa, pleaded not guilty in the killing of his sister-in-law, Victoria Castle, 25, of Massapequa. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

LI teacher charged with murder

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'

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Christian McKenzie faces up to 30 years in prison for his role in a fraud scheme orchestrated by his cousin, a former NYPD detective.

LI man to be sentenced for scheme to steal $3M in COVID relief fraud

No one was injured when one motorist fired on another driver, striking a vehicle, police say.

State police seek information on Southern State shooting

Justyna Zubko-Valva now appears to be trying to avoid a trial scheduled for September.

Thomas Valva's mother files new legal documents appearing to revive $9M settlement, records show

Police said they have seen about a dozen of the thefts in the past year, often committed by international theft rings and hackers.

Are you being targeted in a gold bar scam? Here's how to know.

The victim was taken to a hospital for treatment of serious but non-life-threatening injuries, police said.

17-year-old shot in Mastic backyard; suspect remains at large

"As a parent, it is inconceivable to me that a father could be so reckless and careless as to pour and serve his underage, teenage son shots of liquor while driving," Nassau County District Attorney Anne Donnelly said.

LI father and son plead guilty in Sunrise Highway crash that killed man, injured wife

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This is the largest civil penalty imposed for vaccination fraud in the Department of Health's 125-year history, officials said.

Former LI nurse practitioner gets historic $544G penalty for falsifying pediatric vaccination records

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Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney sat down with NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa to discuss the Gilgo case and the sentencing of Rex Heuermann.

'We had a very strong case'

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'

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa sat down with Suffolk County Sheriff Errol Toulon Jr. to discuss what it was like holding the Gilgo Beach serial killer in custody, Heuermann's penchant for Jack the Ripper and what his future likely looks like in state prison.

'They have plenty of time to get him if they want to'

The footage released shows three officers approaching a home where they found Steven Eastwood, standing over his mother with a knife. NewsdayTV's Jamie Stuart reports. Credit: Newsday Studios; New York Attorney General Letitia James' Office

'Drop the knife'

Rex Heuermann's Attorney Michael Brown sat down with Newsday following his client's sentencing to discuss the case. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'I do think he saw the writing on the wall'

Admitted Gilgo Beach killer Rex Heuermann on Wednesday was sentenced to life in prison without parole for the killing of 8 women. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'Get him out of here'

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa sat down for an exclusive interview with Suffolk County Sheriff Errol Toulon Jr, who said he didn't want Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann to "attempt any self-harm."

'He had this serial killer mentality'

Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney sat down with Newsday following Rex Heuermann's sentencing. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa has more.

'They never leave you'

Mack's family stood in the courtroom on Wednesday as Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann was sentenced to life in prison with no possibility of parole. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'Beyond what words can express'

Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann spoke in court on Wednesday before Judge Timothy Mazzei sentenced him to life without parole.

Heuermann speaks: 'I am responsible'

Rex Heuermann sentenced to life in prison. DA Tierney said Heuermann believed he couldn't be traced when he was searching for information about his victims' families. "He thought he was smart. He was wrong."

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Relatives of the victims of Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann are speaking at his sentencing in a Riverhead courtroom. Newsday courts reporter Grant Parpan has more.

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NewsdayTV's Marie Elena Martinez got a sneak peek at the new Babylon Whiskey Down Diner location, which is currently under construction with plans to open in the fall.

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For a quick trip not far from home, NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano checks out the Rockaway Hotel.

A getaway close to home for mom

A weaver from Huntington helped hide guns from the British at his home. NewsdayTV's Doug Geed reports.

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Joe Tosini, owner of River Center Shopping Center in Riverhead, said the businesses in the center lost power during Saturday's storms and that their electricity wasn't restored until late Tuesday afternoon. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

Riverhead shopping center back in business after 3-day power outage

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano joined the volunteers of Save the Great South Bay to clean oysters. The oysters are cleaned weekly and then placed back into the bay, where they'll be able to help filter the water.

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NewsdayTV's Doug Geed visits Palmer Vineyards, where they host 'summer late nights,' which have become very popular.

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A draft rule introduced this month by House and Senate Republicans would significantly limit compensation for service-connected tinnitus and sleep apnea for veterans. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

LI vets concerned about bill that would reduce benefits

Juan Bonilla Lagos, who was arrested by ICE in October near his Plainview home, was freed from jail after nine months.

Plainview man detained by ICE freed from jail after 9 months 

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano visits L'Etoile in Oyster Bay. The French restaurant is in the building that used to be Snouder's Drug Store.

Historic LI building home to new French restaurant

As boaters set out on the water this summer, they will be paying more at the pump. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Boaters feeling the pinch at the pump 

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