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The Connetquot school district must decide whether to keep its new nickname, the T-Birds, or go back to Thunderbirds in the ongoing mascot fight. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland talks with a panel of experts.

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A new report says the risks of AI in education are greater than the benefits. NewsdayTV spoke with a panel of experts on the topic.

A look at the risks of AI in education

It's been 40 years since the space shuttle Challenger disaster. Long Islanders remember where they were on Jan. 28, 1986.

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No reason was given for the decision. The move comes after an audit report was made public that found the educator improperly used money for a student club.

Longtime LI principal placed on leave

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While most public school students on Long Island returned to the classroom, several districts opted for remote instruction, citing the ongoing cleanup after this past weekend's blizzard.

Some LI schools kept kids home Wednesday due to safety concerns. Here's what parents had to say.

The district announced late Wednesday that all necessary repairs have been completed.

Sachem school district to reopen Thursday after electrical outage

Scores of school maintenance workers toiled long into the night or rose before sunrise in recent days to clear parking lots and shovel paths so students could return to class.

Little sleep, lots of coffee: How crews worked to ensure LI schools could reopen

Some districts opted for remote instruction or a delayed start Wednesday, after the massive blizzard shut down schools for two days this week.

Most LI schools to reopen Wednesday after snowstorm

While many students will enjoy a "traditional" snow day Tuesday, Island school officials said some will have to attend classes virtually to meet the state's 180-day minimum requirement for instruction.

LI schools remain closed, move to remote learning after snowstorm

Walkouts at high schools across the country and on Long Island have ramped up in recent weeks.

LI students are staging walkouts to protest ICE: Why one organizer says he spoke out.

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Under Gov. Kathy Hochul's budget proposal, Long Island districts would see a 3.8% increase in state aid. However, some districts would see modest decreases. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

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Gov. Hochul unveiled plans for her state budget proposal, including no new state taxes, a 4.3% increase in school aid and no taxes on tips. NewsdayTV political analyst Joye Brown has more.

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Each semifinalist will receive $2,000 and their school will receive a matching amount. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

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Mamdani made universal child care a cornerstone of his campaign. NewsdayTV's Macy England talks with experts on how his plan could impact Long Island.

'I think it's an awesome idea'

Smithtown High School West sophomore Nicholas Cardi, is working with NASA on a project called Radio JOVE.

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NewsdayTV's Jasmine Anderson is joined by education experts to discuss the rising concerns of marijuana vaping in Long Island schools.

'Young people are turning to vaping ... to cope'

President Trump vowed new immigration policies following the deadly ambush on two National Guard soldiers in Washington. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'I don't agree with it. I think it's appalling'

Educators and addiction experts across Long Island say that with the legalization of marijuana, vaping among adolescents has become a concerning trend.

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The robotics club at Floyd built a T-shirt bot, a machine that shoots shirts into the crowds at sporting events.

'You just watch the crowd go wild'

Jayden Flores, a Mepham High School freshman, was killed on his e-bike crash on his way to school. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

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Farmingdale Superintendent Paul Defendini reunited with a service dog, Daler, who he raised as a puppy since the 2023 Farmingdale bus crash.

Daler helped comfort students after 2023 Farmingdale bus crash

NewsdayTV's Jasmine Anderson and Newsday education reporter Dandan Zou talk to Long Island school administrators about how the school cellphone ban is going so far.

'Kids are outside. They're playing. They're laughing together.'

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Newsday's Gregg Sarra previews the state wrestling championships, and Jonathan Ruban has a look at the Baldwin boys and girls basketball teams, plus the plays of the week.

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Montgomery County, Md., adopted "Vision Zero" to eliminate road deaths and serious injuries. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports on what Long Island can learn from it.

Can LI eliminate road deaths? What we learned from a D.C. suburb

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa sees what it takes to preserve memories at TriColor Imaging in this week's LI Works.

LI Works: Photo lab makes lasting memories

The wind gusts at the height of the storm were the equivalent of a Category 1 hurricane.

Blizzard slams Montauk with 86 mph wind gusts

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed takes us to Macari Vineyards in Mattituck for a behind-the-scenes look at the process of bottling wine.

Out East: Macari Vineyards

Those who lost power Monday said the biggest impact was struggling through a cold night. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Blizzard of '26: Getting the lights back on

Newsday travel reporter Carissa Kellman gives us a tour of LaGuardia Airport's Terminal C, where downtime can feel like a reward, whether you're going on a food tour or relaxing in the lounge.

LGA layover: How to make the most of your wait

There is fear in Long Island's LGBTQ+ community over NYU Langone's decision to close its prominent medical program for treating transgender youth. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

NYU Langone ends gender-affirming care for transgender youth

NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland takes a look back at Newsday's coverage of the 1998 and 2002 Winter Olympics.

Picture This: That time Newsday traveled to the Winter Olympics

Newsday food writer Erica Marcus visited Dario's Pizza in West Hempstead, a slice shop that goes above and beyond.

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The polls have closed in Long Island's more than 120 school districts after residents weighed in on board candidates, budgets, and propositions. See the results in your district.  Read more here.

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