On Wednesday, Helma Hermans, a co-worker of Marie Kuhnla - the Wantagh woman believed to have been murdered in Turks and Caicos - discussed events on the night of  the public defender's disappearance. 


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Massapequa Park neighbors awoke Monday to a large police presence and a new search of the home of alleged serial killer Rex A. Heuermann. NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports.

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A 45-year-old acquaintance of a West Hills homeowner was found unresponsive in the owner's swimming pool Sunday.

Resident performed CPR

Newsday politics reporter Vera Chinese and NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland look at Suffolk County's strategy in shelling out large sums to settle lawsuits.

Suffolk aggressively settling lawsuits

Dominick Critelli, a decorated World War II veteran, will be knighted and awarded the French Legion of Honor for his courage and devotion in liberating France during World War II next month. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

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A student wearing a Palestinian flag on her cap made a statement by walking out of the ceremony before it ended. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

'Everyone was celebrating'

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In a May 6 letter, Babylon Town officials ordered the shelter to be closed by the end of next month.

Town orders closure of West Babylon homeless shelter on church property

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Across Long Island, residents of 124 school districts are going to polls Tuesday to vote on budget proposals totaling nearly $16 billion.

Survey: Most LI schools optimistic about finances ahead of Tuesday votes

The remaining protesters, including faculty members, will be arraigned in court Tuesday.

Stony Brook students arraigned on disorderly conduct charges stemming from pro-Palestinian protests

Their police departments are the latest on Long Island to equip officers with the technology, joining Nassau and Suffolk.

Riverhead, Southold cops to wear body cameras funded by state grant

New Nassau County legislation paves the way for the state to approve a five-year extension of the county's red light camera program through Dec. 1, 2029.

Nassau red light camera extension approved

The county's police department said the service was "fully restored" shortly before 5:30 p.m.

Nassau's 911 system restored, officials say

Lawyers for Christopher Winkler are asking for 6 months of home confinement and 3 years of probation when he faces sentencing in July.

Prosecutors recommend 4-5 years in prison for convicted Montauk fisherman

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Suffolk cops responded to a Deer Park middle school after officials discovered a student brought a BB gun to school.

Superintendent: Student has been disciplined.

John "Junior" Gotti's wife and daughter face charges in connection with an alleged fight at a high school basketball game.

Case hits a snag

Eisenhower Park's temporary stadium, set to host the 2024 Cricket World Cup, is game-ready, officials said. NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports.

'It's baseball with a lot more fun'

Brian Perales, of Brooklyn, has been charged in connection with a Manhasset carjacking. NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports.

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Three more chemical drums have been removed from Bethpage Community Park, bringing the running total to 22. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

22 drums in total discovered in Bethpage

Michael Cohen, ex-President Trump's former fixer, testifies over payments he allegedly made to Stormi Daniels to conceal an alleged 2006 encounter between her and Trump.

Trump trial: Michael Cohen takes the stand, Day 2

What started as a peaceful demonstration quickly intensified between student protesters and Stony Brook University. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.  

Stony Brook protests: 'I believe that every student ... has a right to protest'

Michael Cohen testified about hatching what prosecutors said was a "criminal conspiracy" with Trump and the National Enquirer editor to kill stories that could damage Trump's prospects for winning the presidency.

LI native Michael Cohen testifies at Trump's hush money trial  

Hazardous "forever chemicals" linked to cancers and other health problems will be removed from Hicksville's water supply, officials said Monday as they broke ground on a new $9 million treatment system. NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports.

'Critical filtration upgrade puts Hicksville ahead of the pack'

A growing problem on Long Island is food insecurity. With inflation increasing the cost of living, some working families are turning to local food pantries. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports.

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Stasia Scocca and her daughter, Sadie McGill, of Mount Sinai were born with a rare genetic disorder. Watch how they've adapted and grown closer because of it.

'Having her has made me stronger'

Detectives say Clinton Bucknor, 71, allegedly sexually abused a female teenager in March. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports. 

Clinton Bucknor, 71, is facing several criminal charges 

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