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Republican Romaine is touting his political experience. Democrat Calone, who has never held elected office, is talking up his business experience.

Ed Romaine, David Calone kick off Suffolk County executive race

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With current Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone term-limited, someone new will be in the seat next year. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland and Newsday political reporter Vera Chinese discuss the race to determine Bellone's successor on November's ballot.

It's Ed Romaine vs. Dave Calone for Suffolk County executive

A judge on Friday ruled that Rebecca Sanin can be on the Nov. 7 ballot.

Suffolk GOP loses second attempt to knock Democrat off ballot

The office of Attorney General Letitia James issued a cease-and-desist letter to a group that voters accused of going door-to-door to "confront voters," falsely claiming to be election workers and falsely accusing voters of felony election fraud.

Group accused of intimidating voters sent cease-and-desist letter by state AG

LIPA and PSEG officials disagreed sharply about the company's record in running the region's electric grid.

LIPA chief rates PSEG D-plus in operating electric grid

A lawsuit filed Monday seeks to block Democratic candidate Rebecca Sanin from running for Suffolk County Legislature.

Suffolk Legislature race draws new legal challenge

Sidney Joyner was ruled ineligible for the 16th Legislative District race because he doesn't live in the district.

Suffolk Democrats name new legislative candidate after previous one bows out

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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

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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