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Breaking NewsNUMC to get $109M infusion of state money, CEO confirms

It's one of the most significant investments in the county's safety-net hospital in recent years.

MORE ON THIS TOPIC$1.4B in debt. Ten days of cash on hand. NUMC is one of NY's most vulnerable hospitals.Fired NUMC CEO Megan Ryan sues hospital months after dismissal NUMC forecasts $167M in financial losses next year

Nurses at 3 Northwell hospitals approve new contracts

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

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

Police: Pokemon merchandise worth $100G stolen in armed robbery of NYC store

Injunction issued allowing Empire Wind to resume work off South Shore

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

AG: Shirley business owner sentenced in $1.5M Medicaid scheme

Venezuela's Machado says she presented her Nobel Peace Prize to Trump during their meeting

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

5 things to know about John Harbaugh

Blakeman wants to expand NYC specialized schools

Rapper Pitbull headed to Jones Beach this summer

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

Only in Newsday'We are not afraid of them': Iranians on LI react with horror, hope over government killings of protesters

Trump threatens to use the Insurrection Act to end protests in Minneapolis

Trying LI supermarket's butter-dipped ice cream

How's Mary Jo Buttafuoco doing? Mostly fine.

Officials: Florida man charged with illegal shipment of firearms, ghost guns to LI, NYC

It's Your Business: Tips on navigating another hot year for real estate

'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

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

Explore our interactive guide to weekend fun, including family-friendly events, concerts, festivals and more.

MORE ON THIS TOPICNew monster truck debuts in 2026 Hot Wheels show Nostalgia and magic unite at 'Disney on Ice'Ultimate guide to indoor places to play, game and more

MLK weekend getaways and day trips for families

Book a staycation: LI hotels with indoor pools

2 LI girls win $10G awards for environmental projects

Taylor Swift 'Eras Tour' dupe show coming to LI venue

Sneak peek: New stores coming to Roosevelt Field this year

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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

Winter-spring movie preview: 33 great films you'll want to see

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

RANDI F. MARSHALLA bob and weave by Mayor Mamdani fails

His response to an antisemitism chant wasn't good enough.

THE POINTHow Trump's call to Blakeman happened

COMMENTARYAmerica's manufacturing renaissance is missing in action

COMMENTARYThe pope and the president offer competing Americanisms

'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

Only in NewsdayNew hospital rankings roll out in 2026. Here's when LI patients can see the scores.

Major hospital rankings will be released throughout 2026, giving Long Island patients fresh data on safety, patient outcomes and more.

MORE ON THIS TOPICHospital rankings: What to know about them and why they matter

See Long Island by drone

Sewage leak into Peconic River prompts water quality worries

Trump: No federal money for NYS, other 'sanctuary' states

Consumer confidence on LI drops, at its lowest point since summer 2023

First in NewsdayU.S. Education Dept. investigating allegations LI district let a 'male student' try out for girls team

Glen Cove zone change could spur transit-oriented housing

Nation / World

NCAA basketball players and gamblers are charged for allegedly rigging games

Federal prosecutors are investigating a major betting scheme involving NCAA and Chinese Basketball Association games.

European troops arrive in Greenland as talks with US highlight 'disagreement' over island's future

Postal Service unveils new Muhammad Ali stamp in champ's hometown

Netanyahu says the announced start of Gaza ceasefire's next phase is a 'declarative move'

Court ruling jeopardizes freedom for pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil

Newsday Live

A Chat with Tom Colicchio

Sports

Popper: Angry Knicks bemoan lack of effort in loss to Kings

Lack of hustle by Karl-Anthony Towns was singled out by coach Mike Brown, who said "there was no sense of urgency."

5 things to know about John Harbaugh

Results of Newsday readers' Baseball Hall of Fame balloting

Mets sign 16-year-old Dominican shortstop Wandy Asigen

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

High school roundup: Basketball, bowling and swimming

A recap of high school boys and girls basketball games, boys and girls bowling matches and a boys swim meet.

Share your experiences on LI's dangerous roads

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

Entertainment

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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