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	Since announcing it wants to build a casino in Uniondale, Sands New York has sponsored a range of local programs, including a soccer clinic with former superstar David Beckham. Critics say Sands is trying to buy&nbsp;community support. Newsday Albany bureau chief Yancey Roy discusses with NewsdayTV anchor&nbsp;Ken Buffa.
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Republican Anthony D'Esposito faced off against Democrat Laura Gillen at Newsday studios in Melville.

Fourth Congressional District debate: Anthony D'Esposito vs. Laura Gillen

Democrat Jackie Gordon, who is running Long Island's 2nd Congressional District seat against Republican incumbent Andrew Garbarino, spoke one-on-one with Newsday associate editor Joye Brown.

2nd Congressional District race: One-on-one with Jackie Gordon

The statewide GOP ticket has all downstaters: Rep. Lee Zeldin (R-Shirley) and his running mate Alison Esposito, an NYPD officer. Newsday's Faith Jessie discusses what the Republican strategy is with Joye Brown.

With all downstaters on the statewide GOP ticket, we're looking at the Republican strategy

Rep. Lee Zeldin of Shirley was named the Republican designee for governor on Tuesday.

Lee Zeldin backed for governor by state Republicans

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County Executive Steve Bellone this month issued the ninth emergency declaration tied to the September ransomware attack.

Suffolk's continued states of emergency getting pushback

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Immigration advocates denounced plans to keep NYC from sending asylum-seekers to Suffolk. "Immigrants have been integral to New York's growth," an advocate said.

Effort to block migrants draws protest, no vote at Suffolk legislature

Nassau legislators approved a 99-year lease with Las Vegas Sands, a key step in the company's plans for a $4 billion casino resort on the Coliseum site.

Las Vegas Sands lease gets final approval from Nassau legislators

Embattled Rep. George Santos identified his new treasurer as Jason D. Boles, who has worked with Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene.

Santos hires Greene's campaign treasurer

Presiding Officer Kevin McCaffrey (R-Lindenhurst) said the legislature will vote on hiring an attorney to "pursue any and all legal options" available. He did not offer specifics.

Legislators seeking to block placement of asylum-seekers in Suffolk to hire lawyer

The announcement comes as the administration of New York City Mayor Eric Adams is running out of room for the nearly 900 migrants now often arriving daily.

Suffolk legislature to announce plan to prevent NYC from busing migrants to county

The town contends that an "influx" of asylum seekers would overwhelm schools and stretch town resources. Other Suffolk officials say talk of a wave of migrants coming from NYC is a baseless rumor.

Riverhead declares state of emergency to keep asylum seekers out

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Long Islanders speak about the fight to protect voting rights. Newsday's Faith Jessie reports.

Long Islanders worried about the future of voting rights

Ukranian Americans on Long Island reacted on Thursday to Russia's invasion of their homeland, fearing for their families caught up in the conflict. Newsday's Cecilia Dowd reports.

Ukranian Americans on Long Island react to Russian invasion

Sen. Chuck Schumer called for FEMA to release funds owed to Long Island hospitals for expenses incurred during the pandemic.

Schumer to FEMA: 'We have to stay on top of' funds owed to LI hospitals

Sen. Chuck Schumer discusses the postal reform bill at a news conference outside a midtown Manhattan post office Sunday.

Schumer touts Postal Service reform bill that would 'speed up delivery times'

Gov. Kathy Hochul said she wants to expand accessory dwelling units, or ADUs by requiring local governments to change local zoning laws to encourage more of them. But some local officials are opposed to the state control, saying it could lead to overcrowding and should be left to the local municipalities. Newsday's Shari Einhorn reports.

Debate over Hochul's plan to boost 'accessory' housing

Suffolk County Legislature Presiding Officer Kevin McCaffrey says the new Republican majority will take a hard look at red-light cameras and whether they cause more accidents than prevent.

Suffolk County Legislature plans to reexamine red-light cameras

New York City Mayor Eric Adams defended his decision to appoint his brother, former NYPD Sgt. Bernard Adams, be in charge of his personal security.

Mayor Adams defends decision to appoint brother as chief of personal security

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced a plan to help combat homelessness issues facing the city using a Safe Options Support Team approach — teams of 8-10 people that will include medical professionals and social workers.

Hochul announces Safe Options Support Team to help the homeless

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One volunteered at a shelter for Ukranian refugees in Budapest, another published research on artifical intelligence. Meet this year's salutatorians from Long Island's Class of 2023.

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