A dumpster-diving whistleblower shed light on alleged corruption in the town of Oyster Bay. After two years reporting on the story, federal investigators have brought charges against Nassau's top politician and his wife, and a town's supervisor, in a case that began with a local restaurateur. 

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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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The senator said xylazine, also known as "tranq," was detected in 16 autopsies in Suffolk in 2022 and four in Nassau.

Schumer: Xylazine dangerous, 'deadly and it is here'

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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 community support. Newsday Albany bureau chief Yancey Roy discusses with NewsdayTV anchor Ken Buffa.

Sands New York, casino hopeful, hosts high-profile events in Nassau

Since announcing it wants to build a casino in Uniondale, Sands New York has spread money around Nassau to sponsor local programs, including bringing in soccer superstars and a former NFL star to youth events.

Sands funding local programs in Nassau as it pursues casino license 

In Greenport Village, three newcomers emerged victorious to oust a pair of incumbents.

Voters across Long Island elect village mayors, trustees and justices

Majority Republicans in the Nassau County Legislature have yet to reappoint Nassau Inspector General Jodi Franzese, the first person to hold the position, to a second term.

Nassau government watchdog in 'state of flux'

Residents in 11 Long Island villages will be headed to the polls Tuesday to cast ballots for candidates running for local offices that include mayor, trustee and judge.

Voters heading to polls in some villages to elect mayors, trustees, judges

Brookhaven Town will receive the lion's share of a recently inked $168.9 million benefit package from the developers of an offshore wind farm with a power cable that will make landfall at Smith Point.

As host of wind farm cable, Brookhaven to get bulk of $169M in payments

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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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