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Saturday, May 21

For these LI moms, 'just breastfeed' not the solution to infant formula shortage

Even for parents who want to breastfeed, it may not be an option, due to issues ranging from medical conditions to lack of milk supply.

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New redistricting maps aid GOP, make some districts more competitive

The congressional and State Senate maps create more swing districts and sets off campaign jockeying to adjust to the changing boundaries.

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Only in Newsday'I never thought I was going to hear the C word ... it was like a cruel joke'

Tim McCabe, of North Bellmore, said doctors found two cancerous tumors while he was undergoing a liver transplant. He gave himself a day to be angry about it, then moved on to face his latest health challenge.

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Draft Roe decision raises fears it could undermine other social rulings

The draft says it applies only to abortion, but some experts say it could threaten other rulings, such as those on same-sex intimacy and marriage.

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Donaldson draws ire of Anderson, La Russa with 'Jackie' remark

Donaldson said, "What's up, Jackie?" to White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson, who is Black — an action that culminated in a bench-clearing melee in the fifth inning and led La Russa to call the comment racist.

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Only in NewsdayStudents of color now the majority in 32 more LI school districts

Students of color have gone from being the minority to the majority in 32 Long Island districts over the past 20 years, a Newsday analysis found.

LI Special Olympics opening ceremony

The Long Island Special Olympic opening ceremony for the spring games, was held on Saturday in Farmingdale. After months of training, athletes will compete for top medals. Newsday's Steve Langford reports.

Early Voting holds Epicenter to win Preakness

Chad Brown colt skipped Derby to prepare for the second leg of the Triple Crown

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Runner collapses, dies in Brooklyn half marathon

A person running the Brooklyn Half Marathon collapsed and died Saturday morning, New York City's fire department spokesperson said.

Cops: Girl, 13, raped by man she met via Snapchat

Police said the man met up with the girl at a playground in Hauppauge, where he raped her.

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First responders get awards for successful use of CPR

The Suffolk Regional Emergency Medical Services Council presented awards Saturday to police, fire, ambulance and other emergency personnel for successfully administering CPR to victims.

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Only in NewsdayMangano asks judge to let him stay out of prison while he appeals conviction, court papers say

"The narrowness of the jury's verdict, together with the changing law, has resulted in a perfect storm of legal issues," Edward Mangano's attorney, Kevin Keating, wrote in the court filing.

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Forecast: Mostly sunny, warm

Temperatures on Long Island are expected to be lower than there were during the mini heat wave Saturday but should still be a bit warm for this time of year.

DA: Man pleads guilty in fatal stabbing of wife

The body of Melissa Molinari, who was stabbed 58 times, was found in the Pine Barrens wrapped in garbage bags and duct tape, prosecutors said.

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Sheriff's honors for one who dreamed of joining the ranks

Two years after Philip Joseph "PJ" Fusaro's death, his memory lives on as the Suffolk County Sheriff's Office and others celebrated his legacy.

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Police: Teens injured when driver, 17, crashes on LIE

One of the teens was taken to Stony Brook University Hospital with serious injuries, police said.

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Police: 'KKK' spraypainted on medical clinic

The graffiti was found at an Urgent Care on Hempstead Turnpike, police said.

Help sought in finding missing Kings Park girl, 14

The teen was last seen leaving her home in Kings Park at 6:45 a.m. Saturday and may have taken a LIRR train.

Pedestrian, 74, hurt after being hit by SUV in Wyandanch

The pedestrian, who was crossing Lake Drive, was struck by an unlicensed driver, police said.

Keeping Life Fun

LI museums celebrate Asian Heritage Month

Check out the exhibits at Wang Center, Hecksher Museum and Westbury Arts.

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The ultimate guide to LI's food trucks, mobile bars

Try gelato-stuffed doughnuts, artisanal burgers and bar-pie pizza, plus booze.

East End, North Fork, more: 5 Memorial Day weekend getaways on LI

If you're looking for a getaway this holiday weekend, a staycation is the perfect escape.

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Husband and wife open East End shop with 'one of a kind' finds

The couple work and craft together.

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Reserve a cabin or tent at these LI parks

Glamp in grand style in a cabin or tent at some state parks.

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Summer fairs and festivals happening this year on LI

The summer kicks off with the Bethpage Air Show at Jones Beach featuring the U.S. Navy Blue Angels.

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Only in NewsdayMeet Long Island's 2022 salutatorians

One produced a documentary on 9/11, another is going to Ireland for college. Get to know more than 135 of the top seniors from high schools across LI.

Only in NewsdayWhy are gas prices so high?

Are gas stations benefiting from rising prices? Is it price-gouging? Is it worth it to buy premium grade, or turn off the A/C? Here are some answers.

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LI then and now photos: What's there today?

While some fixtures have remained the same over the past several decades, others are gone or are hardly recognizable today. Revisit some of these places and see what they look like now.