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'It's disappointing and it's unfortunate'

Max Fried donned the pinstripes for the first time as he was introduced at Yankee Stadium on Wednesday NewsdayTV's Laura Albanese reports.

'Puting on the pinstripes, there's a certain responsibility and expectation'

Newsday's film critic Rafer Guzmán goes over what's in theaters on Christmas, including a Bob Dylan biopic and a drama starring Nicole Kidman.

NewsdayTV's guide to movies coming this Christmas

Long Island's top football players took the stage at Newsday Studio for a special presentation as they were named to the All-Long Island first and second teams for the 2024 season.

'It's just an honor'

Girls wrestling has become one of the fastest-growing sports in New York state, and Long Island continues to be at the forefront of that movement. NewsdayTV's Jolie Katzen reports.

'Now I have more to represent myself'

The newest murder charge against Rex Heuermann, the alleged Gilgo Beach serial killer, is in connection with the 2000 slaying of Valerie Mack.

Rex Heuermann facing new murder charge

According to Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg, the first-degree murder charge against Luigi Mangione alleges the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was "an act of terrorism." NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

NYC officials: CEO killing an 'act of terrorism'

Long Island athletes who excelled in fall sports came to Newsday for the All-Long Island photo shoot. NewsdayTV's Carissa Kellman reports.

Behind the scenes at the All-Long Island photo shoot

Long Island's Tara Tubridy has kicked off her 19th season as a Rockette. She gave NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano a behind-the-scenes look at the Radio City Christmas Spectacular.

'Dream big in our house is a reality'

From the ground looking up, according to experts, it can be difficult to tell the difference between a plane, helicopter or drone. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports. 

'Recreational pilots who just don't know better'

A Newsday analysis finds a dozen Long Island school districts have been flagged for having an excess in cash reserves. Newsday education reporter John Hildebrand discusses.

'The taxpayers are paying too much' 

Speakers at the Westbury Arts Center broke down the seven principles of Kwanzaa, which focus on African American culture, unity and community, plus the ways they can be applied to daily life.

'We want to keep it alive'

Jacob Chalif, a Harborfield's High School graduate, is part of a research team in Antarctica. 

'It's a remarkable thing'

Police say they recieved at least 16 reports of drones sightings on Long Island.

'People are concerned'

Suffolk Executive Edward Romaine held a press conference to offer tips to avoid dangerous fires this holiday season. 

'Your life is way more important than anything'

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano checked out two of Long Island's Christmas pop-up bars. 

Where to go for Christmas cocktails, sweet treats and holiday sing-alongs

Nearly 20,000 Long Islanders work in town and city government. A Newsday investigation found a growing number of them are making more than $200,000 a year. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports. 

'No one wants to pay more taxes than they need to'

Juan Soto's 15-year, $765 million contract is the richest deal in sports history. NewsdayTV's Jamie Stuart reports. 

'They showed me a lot of love'

Suspected UnitedHealthcare CEO killer Luigi Mangione's ghost gun that was in his position upon his arrest is a positive match for the shell casings found at the Manhattan crime scene. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'We were able to match that gun to the three shell casings'

According to new U.S. Census Bureau data, owner-occupied housing units in both Nassau and Suffolk counties have increased to nearly 82%. Newsday demographics reporter Olivia Winslow reports.

'Your options are extremely limited'

HOLIDAY SEASON 2024

Holiday Videos

Stony Brook resident Carmine Inserra takes his computer engineering background to create a holiday light show in his front yard. 

'A really unique show' 

With everything from shopping small to the hottest gifts, even where to eat while you are on a mall marathon, NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano and Newsday deputy lifestyle editor Meghan Giannotta have it covered. 

NewsdayTV's ultimate holiday shopping show

Newsday family reporter Beth Whitehouse has your look at this year's hottest toys. 

Ms. Rachel doll among this year's top toys

As families gather for Thanksgiving dinner, trauma expert Sara Glass says keep the focus on connecting with relatives, not on making a point if political conversations arise.

'This one is gonna be so tough'

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano visits the Magic of Lights at Jones Beach, which has a drive-through display and indoor activities. 

Drive through the 'Magic' at Jones Beach  

After last season's closure due to a tree shortage, Shamrock Christmas Tree Farm in Mattituck has over 2,000 trees on its farm, and NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano got to cut down one of her own.

'Don't judge your tree by its needles'

Michael Koutsoubis bought 10 acres of Manorville in the 1980s, which he turned into his home and his Christmas tree farm. Newsday real estate reporter Arielle Dollinger gets a tour of the property.

Christmas tree farmer: 'This is my happy'

 NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano tries sweet and savory pies at Hometown Bake Shop and Youngs Farm.

'I have never seen so many pies in one place'

LONG ISLAND LIFE

Long Island Life videos

Newsday Live presents a special discussion with New York Giants safety Elijah Riley, hosted by Newsday High School Sports Editor Gregg Sarra. The Port Jefferson native sits down to talk about his path to the gridiron and goals for the future.

Newsday Live Conversations: New York Giants safety and LI native Elijah Riley

This weekend is packed with things to do. From a holiday light show to a Dinosaur Carnival, check out what's happening on LI. 

What's up on LI: Holiday Light Show, Dinosaur Carnival and Winter Wonderland at Waterdrinker

Newsday food writer Erica Marcus visits Qahwah House, a Yemeni coffee shop in Westbury.

Exploring Yemeni coffee culture

The St. James Model Railroad Club, which started over 40 years ago, allows train enthusiasts to take a trip down memory lane and gives members a chance to show off their creations to the public. NewsdayTV's Jamie Stuart reports.

'It's something I look forward to' 

Newsday Live presents a special evening of music and conversation with local singers who grabbed the national spotlight on shows like "The Voice," "America's Got Talent,""The X-Factor" and "American Idol." Newsday Senior Lifestyle Host Elisa DiStefano leads a discussion and audience Q&A as the singers discuss their TV experiences, careers and perform original songs.

Newsday Live Music Series: Long Island Idols

The "Run for Their Lives" walk paid tribute to Omer Neutra, the 21-year-old Plainview native and soldier in the Israeli Defense Forces who was killed in the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel.

'We will not stop until his body is returned'

Fifty years after Ronald DeFeo murdered his family in 1974 in their Amityville home, inspiring a series of books and movies, the "Amityville Horror" house still attracts sightseers and still resonates. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'Mythology about this house'

Costume designer Kate McManus adds the final touches to the new party girl costumes for "The Nutcracker" at the Hampton Ballet Theatre School in Bridgehampton. 

'I'll keep on sewing right until the curtains rise'

Come January, LIPA will begin a widespread rollout of its "time-of-day" energy rates, which are supposed to encourage customers to shift their power use to off-peak times. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'I think it's unfair'

    Rebecca Koltun wanted to go to medical school, but a life changing ski accident in 2021 resulted in her being paralyzed from the neck down.

Rebecca Koltun shares her story on TikTok

The Island's first Wegmans is set to open in February 2025. Store manager Dawn Cooper gives us a sneak peek inside the 101,000-square-foot store.

First Wegmans on LI set for February opening

EXCLUSIVE INVESTIGATIONS

Investigations

The counties received $213 million dollars in an opioid lawsuit settlement against drug makers, but records show only about $8 million disbursed. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports. 

'Money that's supposed to be saving people's lives'

Federal data shows public housing complexes for seniors on Long Island failed their inspections. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

'We are human beings that live here'

Hundreds of Long Island educators are double dipping, a term used to describe collecting both a salary and a pension. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn and Newsday investigative reporter Jim Baumbach report.

'Let somebody else have a chance'

A standoff between officials has stalled progress, eroded community patience and escalated the price tag for taxpayers. Newsday investigative editor Paul LaRocco and NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie report.

'A spark for them to escalate the fighting'

A Newsday investigation shows that about 70% of tickets issued by Suffolk County for school bus camera violations in 2023 took place on roads that students don't cross. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'Ridiculous tickets that are illogical'

Parents are wondering why a former Valley Stream school bus driver accused of raping a student was hired despite a prior sex abuse allegation. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn and Newsday investigative reporter Anastasia Valeeva have the exclusive story.

'They're supposed to be background checked properly'

More than 100 women have been found dead outside on Long Island since 1976. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn and Newsday investigative reporter Sandra Peddie have this exclusive story.

'We have to figure out what happened to these people' 

The Bay Shore school district will pay $20.25 million to five former students involved in sex abuse lawsuits. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa and Newsday investigative reporter Jim Baumbach report.

'This is some kind of closure for them'

"Car fluff" is being deposited at Brookhaven landfill at a fast clip, but with little discussion. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie and Newsday investigative reporter Paul LaRocco have the story.

'Need to step up regulations and testing'

Families and politicians are demanding a new study of cancer and other illnesses in the area where Grumman's toxic waste polluted the soil and groundwater. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie and Newsday investigative reporter Paul LaRocco report.

'What we could do is save the future'

The Herricks School District district's settlements drove the total payments by Long Island districts to $87.6 million in 81 Child Victims Act cases, Newsday analysis shows. NewsdayTV's Jasmine Anderson and Newsday investigative reporter Jim Baumbach report.

'Payments ended 27 lawsuits that Herricks faced'

GILGO BEACH KILLINGS

Gilgo Beach Videos

The family of accused Gilgo Beach killer Rex Heuermann will be moving out of their Massapequa Park home. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Heuermann's wife 'no longer feels connected' to their family home

Rex Heuermann appeared calm as attorneys discussed DNA and electronic evidence in court. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

Heuermann's attorney: 'They're not a forensic, accredited crime lab'

With the help of anthropologists, authorities released renderings they hope will help identify a man whose remains were found in Gilgo Beach.

'Homicide by blunt-force trauma'

Convicted killer John Bittrolff seeks DNA comparison of alleged Gilgo Beach killer Rex Heuermann. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports. 

'We believe that there is exculpatory information' 

Newsday special writer Anthony DeStefano and retired FBI Agent Gregg McCrary share their insights into the Gilgo Beach serial killer case. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports. 

'They like to torture these victims'

Voluminous is the word being used to describe the amount of material handed over from prosecutors to the defense in this case that spans 30 years. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports. 

'This is kind of an unprecedented case'

A documentary film crew on Saturday entered the home of alleged serial killer Rex Heuermann, as his family's attorney held a press conference. NewsdayTV's Drew Scott reports.

'They are collateral damage'

NewsdayTV goes behind the scenes of the Gilgo Beach investigation, revealing the shocking findings in the year since the arrest of Rex Heuermann. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Unearthing a suspect: The Gilgo Beach killings

Suffolk Sheriff Errol Toulon Jr. discusses the 15 'credible' reports of sex workers' possible encounters with alleged Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann.

'We feel these 15 have credible information'

Attorney John Ray alleges that the family of accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex A. Heuermann participated in the crimes, allegations refuted by the family. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Attorney: Claims are 'reckless and defamatory'

Alleged victim Jessica Taylor's partial remains were found days later in the woods near the Manorville gun club, source says.

Gilgo suspect Rex Heuermann seen at LI club before victim's disappearance

NEWSDAY TV SPECIALS

October is breast cancer awareness month, and according the NYS registry it is more common on LI than in the state and nationwide. NewsdayTV's Jasmine Anderson shares stories about breast cancer from around the Island.

Breast Cancer awareness month

When depression gripped Kenny Garcia's life, he sought relief in boxing. Learn how he fought back with the help of a trainer at the Westbury Boxing Gym.

'Boxing saved my life'

A Newsday analysis shows the number of referees and umpires has declined 25.2% in Nassau and 18.1% in Suffolk since 2011-12. Officials and administrators say the main reason is spectator behavior. NewsdayTV's Carissa Kellman reports.

'Why am I giving up my Friday night to listen to this?'

As we remember those we lost on 9/11, we're looking at the ongoing battle to secure long term protection for first responders and the latest twists and turns in the cases of the accused terrorists.

Remembering 9/11: Where things stand now

From a Long Islander living out his American dream, pioneers in aviation and a school mariachi band, NewsdayTV celebrates Hispanic Herritage Month.

Celebrating individuals making an impact 

It seems shark sightings are dominating headlines on Long Island and researchers are on a quest to find out why more sharks are showing up in Long Island waters. NewsdayTV meteorologist Rich Von Ohlen discusses how to stay safe. 

'Beneath the Surface': A look at the rise in shark sightings off LI shores

EXCLUSIVE SERIES & MORE

Exclusive Series and More

Adventures of Scott Vogel

Scott Vogel

Gilgo Killings

Feed Me

Feed Me TV

Sonny Franzese

LI Divided

Inside Internal Affairs

Trades

Sports documentaries

Sports documentaries videos

Investigations Videos

Environment & Climate Change

A tipster says he told the state about buried drums at Bethpage Community Park nearly a decade ago. Newsday's Ken Buffa reports.

Uncovering the truth about the chemical drums

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa visits Miloski's Poultry Farm, where turkeys and tradition reign supreme.

'It's nice to keep the family business going'

The conditions have helped fuel more than 350 brush fires across Long Island and has impacted farmers and firefighters, NewsdayTV's Jasmine Anderson reports.

'You really have no idea what you're going to get'

As the brush fire threat continues on LI, NewsdayTV's Jasmine Anderson gets a look at what firefighters are facing.

'A brush fire can spread quickly'

Brush fires have continued to break out across Long Island. Crews from multiple agencies fought at least two in Medford on Tusday. 

'The threats are too great' 

LIPA residential electric utility bills are predicted to increase by a little more than $7 a month for the average customer in 2025. 

'If you use more, you're gonna pay a higher bill'

Numerous brush fires have ignited on Long Island due to the dry conditions that have developed over the past two months. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports. 

'The last time we had any substantial amount of rain was way back in September'

A state audit calls for better use of public money to redevelop coastal areas after damaging storms, including building affordable housing. Newday Albany correspondent Michael Gormley has more on the report.

Audit: Weaknesses in state's recovery response after damaging storms

Researchers predict it will be the sixth straight season of low scallop populations in Suffolk waterways. 

Many surveys showed no adult scallops 

 Experts say there are about 20 downtown areas across the county that would benefit from an expanded sewer system. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports. 

 'I think we need clean water'

FEED ME

Feedme videos

These restaurants transport diners to a winter wonderland with their decorations.

LI restaurants decorated for the holidays

Eric LeVine, executive chef at 317 Main Street in Farmingdale, shows NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano a meatball recipe that uses Thanksgiving leftovers. 

Save the leftovers to make these Thanksgiving meatballs 

  Bagels are served warm alongside requisite cream cheese made for "ripping and dipping."

Pop-up bagel shop opens LI location

NewsdayTV's Elisa Distefano tries apple cider doughnuts at Woodside Orchards in Aquebogue and Breeze Hill Farm in Peconic.

Watch the doughnuts being made at LI farms

Rob Cervoni, owner of Taglio in Mineola, teaches Newsday food writer Erica Marcus how to make a pizza.

Making pizza at Taglio in Mineola

When you're a restaurant critic, however, the chills come all year long, and every dinner has the potential to morph into fright night.

Food critics dish on Long Island dining nightmares

Emmy Winner: What happens when strangers eat together? Newsday's Scott Vogel invited four random people to dine at the communal table at Barrique Kitchen & Wine Bar in Babylon.

'Will you come eat with me?'

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