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Only in NewsdayMore parents refusing vitamin K shots for newborns, putting babies at risk, LI doctors say

Over the last two years, Stony Brook Children's Hospital has had to hospitalize at least five children who had not received the Vitamin K dose.

MORE ON THIS TOPICNew LI study shows vitamin K-related compound slows prostate cancer in mice

Only in NewsdayMobile sports betting has surged among LI's youth. Schools are fighting back.

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Accused 'Peaches' killer in court ... NUMC gets infusion of state money ... Aide charged with slapping disabled child ... H.S. plays of the week

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Health aide charged with hitting disabled 5-year-old in his care

LI father files $100M civil rights lawsuit in son's death

Only in NewsdayTown proposal could transform empty parking lots into more than 1,000 homes

Takeout chicken chain opens another LI location

Only in NewsdayLawsuit: LI businessman falsely presenting himself as Spanish nobility to sell electric motorcycles

Only in NewsdayU.S. Education Department cut $1.8M in funding for struggling NCC students

Homelessness on LI has risen 32%. Here's how to help with a tally.

Only in NewsdayNYS and Suffolk at odds in river vs. pond debate at Blydenburgh

Middle East allies in blitz of diplomacy urged Trump to hold off on Iran strikes, diplomat says

Only in NewsdaySchumer: Democrats have a path to regain majority

2 LI Merchant Marine cadets allege in lawsuit they were unfairly punished

First in NewsdayNorthwell Health opens new, $5M women's health center on LI

'Fully affordable' apartment development opens in East Patchogue

Only in Newsday15 years later, Jets 'still waiting' for another playoff win

First in NewsdayNUMC to get near $110M infusion of state money, CEO confirms

Only in NewsdayLI jurors in murder trial watch video of how victim spent final hours

East Farmingdale aviation company bought by local management team

Islip residents can buy parking passes online for MacArthur Airport

First in NewsdayAlexa Ray Joel had a '60s vision for 'Heavy Eyes'

'The Diplomat' films on LI

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Declining number of family owned hardware stores

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Blakeman sworn in as Nassau County executive

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The great grocery store sheet cake taste test

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Volunteers of Long Island: New York Marine Rescue Center

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LI Works: A wizard at fixing pinball machines

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Energy, pride and school spirit: Newsday's 3rd annual Cheer Fest

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Out East: Mecox Bay Dairy in Bridgehampton

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Health insurers must cover scalp cooling treatments

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Bacon, egg and cheese with a twist at this LI bakery

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Things to do

Uncover icy treasures in the Northeast: Castles, hotels and bars

Experience the wonders of ice castles, ice bars and ice festivals this winter in the Northeast and beyond.

MORE ON THIS TOPICBook a staycation: LI hotels with indoor pools Bargain flights from JFK: Escape to Aruba, St. Thomas and London No overnight stay needed: LI hotels that offer day retreats

Disney On Ice, Hot Wheels and more can't-miss weekend events on LI

Which LI grocery store makes the best cake?

What's coming to Tanger Outlets this year

MLK weekend getaways and day trips for families

New monster truck debuts in 2026 Hot Wheels show

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Accused 'Peaches' killer in court ... NUMC gets infusion of state money ... Aide charged with slapping disabled child ... H.S. plays of the week

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Long Islanders' Favorites

Only in NewsdayWhy high school sports can bring out the worst in fans

Coaches, referees and administrators interviewed by Newsday agree that fan behavior at Long Island high school sports events remains a pervasive and challenging problem.

MORE ON THIS TOPICPolice: High School basketball player punched by man during game

Verizon offers $20 credit to those affected by cell service outage

New car payments soar to $1,000 a month. Here's how LIers can save money.

President Donald Trump's impact on Long Island

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

EDITORIALSStruggling districts need new approach

Higher reading and math test results are clouded by a decades-old issue.

LETTERSArguments over fatal shooting of Renee Good

RANDI F. MARSHALLA bob and weave by Mayor Mamdani fails

THE POINTHow Trump's call to Blakeman happened

'The Diplomat' films on LI

02:08

Declining number of family owned hardware stores

01:56

Blakeman sworn in as Nassau County executive

01:24

The great grocery store sheet cake taste test

01:55

Volunteers of Long Island: New York Marine Rescue Center

01:50

LI Works: A wizard at fixing pinball machines

02:00

Energy, pride and school spirit: Newsday's 3rd annual Cheer Fest

01:39

Out East: Mecox Bay Dairy in Bridgehampton

02:47

Health insurers must cover scalp cooling treatments

02:11

Bacon, egg and cheese with a twist at this LI bakery

01:48

More Long Island

Newsday InvestigatesDespite 30% increase in Hispanic officers, LI police forces still overwhelmingly white

Five years after a Newsday investigation into police hiring, neither county has diversified ranks to reflect the communities they serve.

MORE ON THIS TOPICSee more Newsday investigations

Nurses at 3 Northwell hospitals approve new contracts

Glen Cove church hosts event on ways to protest ICE raids

Lawyer charged with $750G theft in Southampton real estate deal

First in NewsdayFormer Huntington supervisor appointed to Suffolk's traffic violations agency

Only in NewsdayLI judge removes independent monitor at former Cold Spring Hills nursing center

Federal package includes $17M for LI to modernize drinking water systems and more

Nation / World

Trump announces outlines of health care plan he wants Congress to consider

President Donald Trump has announced the outlines of a health care plan he wants Congress to take up.

Judge orders release of Liberian man arrested in Minneapolis by agents with a battering ram

Inside a year of firings that have shaken the Trump Justice Department: 'A great deal of fear'

Defendant in Charlie Kirk's killing asks judge to disqualify prosecutors

In their words: Greenlanders talk about Trump's desire to own their Arctic island

Newsday Live

A Chat with Tom Colicchio

Sports

Reports: Mets free-agent target Tucker agrees to $240 million deal with Dodgers

The $60 million average annual value is the second-highest in baseball history behind new teammate Shohei Ohtani's $70 million (excluding any deferrals).

Duclair's late third-period goal, Sorokin's 35 saves help Isles blank Oilers

Rock: Harbaugh hire means Giants must be taken seriously again

Knicks fall to Golden State after taking early 17-point lead

Investigations

Newsday InvestigatesDespite 30% increase in Hispanic officers, LI police forces still overwhelmingly white

Five years after a Newsday investigation into police hiring, neither county has diversified ranks to reflect the communities they serve.

MORE ON THIS TOPICSee more Newsday investigations

Newsday InvestigatesLI's 'house of horrors': ICE has detained dozens in 'putrid, cramped' conditions for prolonged periods

Newsday Investigates$200G earners rise 51% in LI towns and cities as police salaries grow

Newsday InvestigatesLI police still using force against Black people at disproportionate rates, 5 years after reforms

Only in NewsdayLI's best Chinese restaurants of the year

Only in NewsdayLI's best new restaurants of 2025

Guide: LI's top breakfast spots

Guide: LI's best cinnamon rolls

High School Sports

These wrestling teams are having breakout seasons

A look at which athletes are making a name for themselves on the mat.

Share your experiences on LI's dangerous roads

What do you see traveling on the Island's roads?

Entertainment

First in NewsdayAlexa Ray Joel had a '60s vision for 'Heavy Eyes'

How's Mary Jo Buttafuoco doing? Mostly fine.

'Hell's Kitchen' to end on Broadway

Rapper Pitbull headed to Jones Beach this summer

'Star Trek: Starfleet Academy': Great-looking newcomer, but a bit too '90210'

New 'Game of Thrones' prequel should win viewers' hearts

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