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A team of NASA engineers is studying the Apollo Lunar Module on display at the Cradle of Aviation in Uniondale in preparation of America's next moon landing.

'It's an incredible engineering triumph'

More than 200 people marched through the streets of Hempstead Village in an anti-ICE protest. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'ICE out of Hempstead'

Law enforcement sources say one suspect is in custody in connection with fatal stabbings in Island Park and Valley Stream.

Man in custody in connection with fatal stabbings in Nassau

A rehearsal was held on Monday at the United Methodist Church of Hempstead for an upcoming gospel concert that will raise funds for local social justice movements.

'Empowered to use our voice'

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The turnover at the hospital came as CFOs took on more responsibility for medical malpractice insurance, which leadership says led to a $110 million shortfall.

NUMC saw turnover in execs after taking over insurance policy

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Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman made the comments during early morning appearances on Wednesday.

Blakeman says Democrats will try to 'steal' gubernatorial race

Anthony Capone, 31, took down the posts following Newsday's inquiries.

GOP candidate for Nassau Legislature seat made derogatory Facebook posts in high school

The team will take on Mid Island in the championship game Friday night for a chance to advance to the Metro Region tournament.

Max Dempsey's three-run HR propels Port Washington Little League to semifinal win

The heaviest part of the storm passed through Long Island overnight and into early Wednesday.

Leftover storms, showers fall on LI Wednesday

The Gilgo Beach killer's ex-wife believes it was an attempted break-in, according to her lawyer, though police say there was no attempt to enter the home.

Masked people bang on Gilgo Beach killer's door, prompting police response

About 125 firefighters were called to extinguish the fires in Hicksville, Brentwood and Freeport, authorities said.

Two homes burn, one set by lightning; 3 boats catch fire

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Dina Navid, of Roslyn, said she has been trying to keep in touch with family members in the country, and described the war as "heartbreak." NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'I feel like this is only the start of it'

The use of the armory has put the mayor at odds with advocates who want a written directive keeping ICE away from village property. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

Advocates: ICE should be banned from village properties

Fifty people from 25 different countries became citizens at a naturalization ceremony at Paul D. Schreiber High School in Port Washington. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'Hope for a better life'

"Their swift action ... prevented even more fatalities," Rebecca Liquori told Newsday outside her Baldwin home Tuesday morning. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'Grateful to be alive'

An Oceanside woman has been charged with a DWI in the late-night crash on the Southern State Parkway on Sunday that killed two and injured others.

Oceanside woman charged with DWI in Southern State crash that killed 2

With Hempstead a focal point for ICE raids, many local business owners are barely staying afloat. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger, Doug Geed and Newsday reporter Bart Jones have the story.

'Gonna become a ghost community'

One man and one child were killed by a fire that broke out on Albemarle Avenue in Hempstead early Friday, authorities said.

Early morning fire kills 2 residents

Barbara Waldman was 31 when she was killed at her Oceanside home. Her children were 5, 6 and 7 at the time. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'Hey mom ... they found your murderer'

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman said the county would take "extraordinary precautions" to make sure the community is safe. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Nassau beefing up security measures

Some Long Islanders enjoyed ice skating on McDonald Pond on Sunday, while others learned about collecting sap from the park's maple trees. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'Many years since we've been able to do this'

The Islamic Center of Long Island on Sunday held its 22nd annual Black History Month celebration. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'Black history is not a side story'

The new leadership at NUMC is intending to get the hospital on firmer financial ground. Newsday investigative reporter Peter D'Auria has more.

'A flurry of litigation'

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Two people, clad in black masks, banged on the door of Rex A. Heuermann's Massapequa Park home Tuesday night.

2 shown on Ring camera banging on door of Rex A. Heuermann's home

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed visits three restaurants where dining al fresco is the way to go.

Out East: Restaurants with great outdoor spaces

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa learns the 'high pressure' job of an engineer at National Grid's materials testing lab in Melville.

LI Works: Under pressure with Ken at National Grid

A pop-up at Robert Moses State Park called "Shark Shack" teaches about marine life and shark safety.

Shark Shack at Robert Moses State Park tells you what to do when you meet a shark

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa stops by Smokin' Al's in Massapequa to try their oversized nachos, known as Macho Nachos.

Trendy Bites: 'Macho Nachos' at Smokin' Al's

Suffolk created a street takeover task force in 2024 that has broken up more than 100 incidents in the county.

Street takeovers: What LI police departments do to combat the problem

From a surf lesson to eating along the boardwalk, Newsday travel writer Carissa Kellman explores Rockaway Beach.

Surf’s up: Best waves, best bites in Rockaway Beach 

SailAhead, an organization that works to end veteran suicide by introducing former servicemen and women to sailing, took 100 veterans on the water Sunday. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

SailAhead takes 100 veterans sailing

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano tries a Hyrox fitness class at Black Bear Athletics in West Babylon.

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From pizza to clams, Newsday food writer Andi Berlin visits two restaurants that are on the way to Northwell at Jones Beach Theater.

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