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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.

'The line sometimes is wrapped around the corner'

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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Former Suffolk County Police Commissioner Rodney K. Harrison is now the senior managing director, chief strategy officer for Petrone Risk, LLC in Uniondale.

Ex-Suffolk top cop takes job with security firm

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Raymond Bouderau was also ordered to pay $200,000 to the victim, who called him a "con artist, master manipulator and a sociopath" at sentencing.

Hollywood producer sentenced to prison for Hamptons, NYC burglaries

Residents at the Barclay Condominiums at Baldwin Harbor, which abuts the site of the planned new gas station, have opposed the project.

Town OKs zoning change for Baldwin gas station

Seinfeld had said that Stern had been "outflanked" comedically, then apologized.

Howard Stern accepts Jerry Seinfeld's apology for podcast dis

Experts say the results point to the need for more mental health providers and cancer prevention.

LI residents worry most about mental health, cancer, ongoing survey finds

This is in stark contrast to the New York state average of 54%, according to an analysis of 2022-23 school year data.

Only 6% of eligible LI school cafeterias are inspected twice a year as required by law

"Being part of the inaugural class was a roller coaster, but a good one. It's crazy to think we're going to be doctors tomorrow," said valedictorian Frank Auletti, 33, of Deer Park.

LIU Post holding 1st veterinary college graduation

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Investigators will be using the same methodology they used in the Gilgo Beach cases to take a "fresh look" at other unsolved cases. Newsday courts reporter Grant Parpan discusses the strategy.

Unsolved homicides to get 'fresh look'

Democratic members of the Nassau Legislature say County Executive Bruce Blakeman is ignoring their emails and letters. NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports. 

Dems: Blakeman's program would deputize residents with gun licenses 

Parents expressed concerns over the safety of school cafeterias on Long Island, where only 6% of eligible cafeterias are inspected twice per year as required by federal guidelines, according to data from the State Education Department. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'They should inspect more'

The families of Sam Cullen and Suzie Kedar remember the couple, who were about to be engaged. "They had their whole life ahead of them," said Shari Cullen, Sam Cullen's mother.

'We really lost two beautiful souls'

Northrop Grumman contractors began digging Monday for possible underground objects detected by ground-penetrating radar scans at Bethpage Community Park, state and town officials said Tuesday. NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports.

'Toxic time capsule'

In his first state of the county address, Suffolk County Executive Edward P. Romaine spoke of public safety, outstanding lawsuits and more of his top priorities. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports.

'Safety is first in Suffolk County'

Hofstra students and faculty held pro-Palestinian protests on campus Monday, chanting "free Palestine." NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports.  

'Free Palestine'

Newday's Gregg Sarra tells us about how rules for boys and girls participating in high school sports may change.

'Equal and open tryout'

Whitman sophomore pitcher Jaden Grose is the team's ace for the second straight season. NewsdayTV's Ben Dickson reports. 

This sophomore tops out at 91 mph

The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County in Glen Cove held its annual Holocaust Remembrance Day Sunday, taking on additional meaning in light of the Oct. 7 Hamas attack. NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports.

'Never Again is now'

Nancy and William Peter of Merrick, remember their son Matthew, a Long Islander who is being honored for his impact in Albany. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports.

'He was always into some kind of service'

Another day of protests took place at Stony Brook University, but it was nothing like the chaos on campus overnight. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'I just don't know how they're focusing on protesting and studying for finals'

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