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Key takeaways as Harris, Trump present sharp contrast in debate

The presidential candidates sparred on issues that included the economy, abortion and immigration.

MORE ON THIS TOPICHarris and Trump offer worlds-apart contrasts on top issues in presidential race FACT FOCUS: A look at false and misleading claims made during Trump and Harris' debate Taylor Swift endorses Kamala Harris for president after debate ends

Hofstra students, profs watch, discuss debate1m read

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Presidential debate recap ... Hofstra watch party ... Remembering 9/11 ... Cuomo COVID hearing

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10 LI schools named Schools of Excellence by National PTA3m read

9/11 anniversaryRemembering 497 LIers who died on 9/11

Nearly 500 Long Islanders were killed in the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. These are the stories of those who were lost.

MORE ON THIS TOPICLower Manhattan, world set for 9/11 tributes Scientists develop nearly 40 new profiles of WTC victims, officials say Victims of Sept. 11 terrorist attacks remembered at LI commemorations

Solemn day returns as NY marks 9/11 anniversary2m read

LI home insurance: Policyholders face tough market 4m read

Which fast-food value meal is the best deal? We tried five popular options.4m read

LIRR: Montauk Branch service returns to normal after person struck by train

Inside $6.5M beachfront estate once owned by Sbarro pizza family1m read

These LI homes sold for $1 million or more last month, data shows

An insider's guide to visiting the Hamptons in the offseason5m read

Top 50 Long Island field hockey players for 20245m read

Ujamaa Fest: A day of culture, health and civic duty1m read

Explore new exhibits at Long Island museums3m read

Long Island Cares opens new food pantry in Valley Stream2m read

Cuomo clashes with subcommittee over COVID-19 policy2m read

Body found in Hempstead Harbor, Nassau police say

Only in NewsdaySuffolk DA creates cold case unit to review unsolved homicides, death investigations4m read

Census: National median income up 2022 to 20233m read

Lifeguards on duty: See which beaches are still open for swimming1m read

Town of Hempstead outpaces Suffolk County in school bus camera tickets

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13-year-old Jets fan's podcast gaining popularity

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6 elementary school students in Smithtown share same birthday

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LIer pivots from banking to teaching

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Garden City football sets LI record with 43rd consecutive win

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Need emergency care in a LI hospital? Be prepared to wait

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Bay Shore senior Evangeline Perdomo looking to finish strong

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Police ID victim found in suitcase in Huntington

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Long Islander designs clothing line inspired by Dix Hills home

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Things to do

50 great concerts to catch this fall

This season's crop offers a wide variety of musical genres to Long Island and New York City.

Endless summer: Amusement parks and beach bars you can still visit in the fall7m read

Gold Coast walking tours offer a wealth of riches3m read

Italian-inspired boutique opens inside Jamesport winery 1m read

Garlic treats and vampires await at LI festival3m read

The best new hotels in Manhattan, from $300 to $900 a night6m read

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Hofstra debate watch party ... VMAs at UBS tonight ... WTC window washer Credit: Newsday

Hofstra debate watch party ... VMAs at UBS tonight ... WTC window washer Credit: Newsday

Presidential debate recap ... Hofstra watch party ... Remembering 9/11 ... Cuomo COVID hearing

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LONG ISLANDERS' FAVORITES

Port Jefferson Station family to sue Brookhaven over home's storm damage

A notice of claim was filed in anticipation of an $11 million lawsuit alleging the town's failure to fix a damaged sump led to the home's destruction from an August storm.

MORE ON THIS TOPICStorm damage assessed at $41M so far

Only in NewsdayNeed to visit an ER on LI? Prepare to wait nearly 4 hours

Top 25 boys cross country runners for 20243m read

LIRR next door? Planes overhead? Homebuyers are less picky about these former 'dealbreakers'

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

DAN JANISONCuomo's political future still cloudy

His defense in Washington hearing of his COVID record was fierce but not decisive.

THE POINTAre you running against that guy?2m read

EDITORIALSFully fund 9/11 health program1m read

COMMENTARYWhere Harris, Trump stand on issues is less important than you think3m read

Town of Hempstead outpaces Suffolk County in school bus camera tickets

01:58

13-year-old Jets fan's podcast gaining popularity

02:09

6 elementary school students in Smithtown share same birthday

0:44

LIer pivots from banking to teaching

0:47

Garden City football sets LI record with 43rd consecutive win

0:16

Need emergency care in a LI hospital? Be prepared to wait

02:48

Bay Shore senior Evangeline Perdomo looking to finish strong

01:48

Police ID victim found in suitcase in Huntington

0:26

Long Islander designs clothing line inspired by Dix Hills home

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More Long Island

Environmental review begins for Sands casino bid in Nassau

Sands has proposed an "integrated resort" on the county-owned property if it wins one of three highly competitive state gaming licenses available for the downstate region.

MORE ON THIS TOPICNY State: No decision on new casinos until late 2025 Nassau Legislature approves potential casino lease

Only in NewsdayMeet the doctor fighting on the front line to heal 9/11-related health problems5m read

First in NewsdayWind farm producing power for South Fork, but not yet enough for summer peaks3m read

Town hits school district with $19G in violations for removing 9 tall trees 1m read

Babylon cardiologist sentenced in 2nd child sex abuse images case2m read

Police investigate second threat to Kellenberg in two days2m read

Sentencing of George Santos' former campaign treasurer delayed until February2m read

Nation / World

Hurricane Francine takes aim at the Louisiana coast amid fears of storm surge and flooding

Hurricane Francine is barreling toward Louisiana and an expected landfall amid forecasts of a potentially deadly storm surge, destructive winds and widespread flooding.

'Hellish' scene unfolds as wildfire races toward California mountain community3m read

Blinken and Lammy arrive in Kyiv as Ukraine pushes for long-range strikes against Russia2m read

Key witness in trial of FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried seeks no prison time at upcoming sentencing2m read

James Earl Jones' Darth Vader voice lives on through AI. Voice actors see promise and peril in that4m read

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Paying the Price: Long Island's stormy future

Sports

Mets get messy in loss to Blue Jays, drop into NL wild-card tie

Pete Alonso's 11-pitch duel with Zach Pop ended the Mets' last real threat, on a night where poor defense, a poor start from David Peterson, and a Carlos Mendoza's lineup gamble spelled doom.

Yankees blanked, held to three hits in loss to Royals3m read

AnalysisIt's hard to ignore Daniel Jones' ineffectiveness2m read

Jets' 0-1 start feels a little better than last year's 1-0 start3m read

Investigations

Newsday InvestigationFatal Stakes: Racehorses at Belmont are dying at higher rates

On the occasion of the 156th Belmont Stakes at Saratoga, a Newsday investigation reveals the increasing death rate of racehorses at Belmont Park.

MORE ON THIS TOPICNYRA: Upgrades underway at Belmont will make it safer for horses

Only in NewsdayBay Shore schools kept teacher despite sexual abuse allegations spanning decades

Newsday InvestigationLost licenses, fines: NYS penalizes LI real estate agents named in Newsday fair housing probe

Newsday InvestigationSee what happened to LI real estate agents involved in fair housing probe

3 ways to mark LI's wine harvest season2m read

Upcoming classes at LI cooking schools4m read

Matcha, anyone? What to know about the trendy green tea3m read

Oyster Bay's summer market extended through fall1m read

High School Sports

Goalie Tirado saves Oceanside from loss to Freeport

Sailors' Bryan Tirado deflected shot by Bryant Cruz at buzzer that would have won for Freeport.

Join the discussion on Long Island's stormy future

Watch nextLI's documentary, explore our immersive map and share your experiences on this threat the region faces.

Entertainment

Ryan Seacrest makes solid 'Wheel of Fortune' debut1m read

Valley Stream filmmaker-actor Edward Burns writes his first novel4m read

50 great concerts to catch this fall9m read

Fall movie preview: The 32 must-see films of the season6m read

'Shogun' wins record-breaking 14 Emmys at Creative Arts ceremony as Jamie Lee Curtis gets her first2m read

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