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Democrats and Republicans in the U.S. House taken about 3,300 privately funded trips have since January 2024. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie has more.

'You shouldn't be accepting money from anybody for trips'

Most of the people who ended up in ICE custody had been accused of low-level offenses like theft, prostitution and drug possession. Nassau County politics reporter Bahar Ostadan has more.

'Critics say it's a violation of due process'

This month's Island Insider takes a look at the impact of the GOP in Nassau County, ICE arrests on the Island, and the how the cellphone ban has affected school classrooms.

Island Insider: ICE arrests, cellphone ban, election impact

Werner Schweiger filed an ethics complaint tied to bidding practices. Newsday energy reporter Mark Harrington explains.

'Could affect rates for LI ratepayers'

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As hundreds lined one side of Main Street to catch a glimpse of Santa, others gathered across the street to denounce a town contract with ICE.

ICE protest held during holiday event at Islip Town Hall

Authorities say motels and hotels have long been used for the illicit sex trafficking trade.

Suffolk tweaks bill banning hotel hourly rates to combat sex trafficking

Budget documents show through October year-to-date, patient service volume has declined by 8%.

NUMC forecasts $167M in financial losses next year

The controversial Huntington supervisor's race follows a pattern that has appeared elsewhere in the state.

Off-the-wall NYS ballot law prime for election trickery

Possible conditions aren't making advocates happy, nor mollifying opponents who refer to the bill as "physician-assisted suicide."

Hochul looks at modifications to 'aid-in-dying' bill

The Shoreham-Wading River Central School District had sought higher payments in lieu of taxes from the developer of a large battery-energy storage facility at the former nuke plant site.

Judge tosses Shoreham district suit over PILOTs for battery facility

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State Republicans are fighting to scrap the even-year election law. Newsday columnist Joye Brown reports.

'We knew we had to take it to the federal option'

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman on Monday led county officials in pushing back against the proposed plan to raise the tax rate from 7.25% to 11.5% on corporations that operate in New York State. Newsday reporter Candice Ferrette explains.

'Companies don't want to pay more'

Questions surround whether Maria Delgado was a spoiler candidate designed to pull votes away from Democrats in the Huntington Town supervisor race. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'No picture, no pamphlets'

LIPA customers will soon be required to pay for a power line project that is not expected to send any power to Long Island. Newsday energy reporter Mark Harrington explains

'Will almost exclusively benefit New York City'

Residents who live near the Nassau-Queens border, as well as several victorious GOP politicians, discussed Zohran Mamdani's win. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'I think it's going to be a strange four years'

The Nassau County GOP on Tuesday enjoyed several big victories, while in Suffolk, Democrats made some inroads. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'Would I have preferred a better result here tonight? Of course I would've'

Democrats Seth Koslow and Joseph Scianablo are looking to unseat Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Hempstead Town Supervisor John Ferretti. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'Decency, honesty and transparency'

A preview of this year's key races for the Nassau County Republicans. NewsdayTV's Jill Wagner reports.

'Make sure we keep Nassau residents safe'

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Montauk has a lot to offer, not just in the summer, but all year round. Newsday's travel reporter, Carissa Kellman, visits "The End."

Offseason in Montauk: Holiday lights, lobster rolls and lighthouse views

Filmmaker Ed Burns returns to his childhood home in Valley Stream to talk about his 1995 classic, "The Brothers McMullen," and 2025 follow-up, "The Family McMullen."

LI filmmaker returns home for ‘The Family McMullen’ 

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa visits Made by Michael Russo in Cold Spring Harbor to learn some tips and tricks from a professional gift wrapper.

LI Works: Wrap your holiday gifts like a pro

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.

LI gospel choir prepares for fundraising concert

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa trakes a deep dive into the grilled cheese smashburger at No Good Burger Joint in Rockville Centre.

Trendy Bites: Viral grilled cheese smashburger

Ralph Macchio, star of "The Karate Kid" movies and the Netflix series "Cobra Kai," made an appearance at this year's Huntington tree lighting.

'Karate Kid' helps Huntington kick off the holiday season

Fire officials demonstrate how fast a Christmas tree can become a major fire and share tips on preventing disaster.

Christmas tree safety tips to avoid a fire

New York State officials are warning of AI-powered scams as shoppers look for deals throughout the holiday season. Newsday business reporter Victor Ocasio shares some tips to shop safely.

What to know about AI-powered shopping scams

Nassau police say Michael Dotzler's disappearance is still an active missing person's case, while a private detective suspects foul play. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

A court officer vanished nearly 2 years ago. His family hasn’t given up hope for his return.

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed takes us 'Out East' to Zuhoski Farms in Cutchogue, where you can cut your own Christmas tree.

Out East: Cut your own Christmas tree at Zuhoski Farms

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NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland and Newsday family writer Beth Whitehouse have your look at the hottest toys this holiday season.

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