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Sec'y of Ed: Mascot ban violates civil rights law ... Police ID man found in garbage truck ... Long Beach blocks beach access ... Suffolk vehicle auction

Sec'y of Ed: Mascot ban violates civil rights law ... Long Beach blocks beach access ... Suffolk vehicle auction

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'Pride month is for everyone'

What can you expect for the 2025 hurricane season? NewsdayTV meteorologist Rich Von Ohlen reports.

'Long Islanders have to be ready'

The state can choose to accept the findings or the matter will be sent to the U.S. Department of Justice, Linda McMahon said. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

Latest on mascot ban

The Town of Hempstead is reversing its decision involving 80,000 school bus camera tickets. Newsday Investigative reporter Payton Guion reports. 

'It does seem likely that some of those 80,000 tickets were improperly issued'

NewsdayTV's Jamie Stuart and Newsday's beat writer Steve Popper wrap up last night's Game 5 from the Garden.  

Not done yet!

In 2023, crashes on Long Island cost at least $3.4 billion in medical care, lost work, property damage and more. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

Financial situation 'completely destroyed'

The families have sued property investor Michael O'Sullivan over the past decade. Now, the state attorney general is investigating. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie and Newsday real estate reporter Jonathan LaMantia have the story.

'My heart hurts all the time'

A man who had apparently been sleeping in a dumpster was found dead after a garbage truck stopped at a Kings Park middle school and he and another man were spotted inside, according to Suffolk police. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Body found in garbage truck at Long Island school after nearby dumpster pickup, police say

The Jets began OTA workouts on Thursday and spoke about new quarterback Justin Fields and what the new offensive and defensive coordinators' approaches will be toward improving the team.

Jets' DC stresses 'play style' over 'playbook'

Mathieu Darche was introduced as the Islanders' new general manager and executive vice president and laid out his plans to get the team back into the playoffs on Thursday at UBS Arena.

New Isles GM offers glimpse into his philosophy

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano talked with Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan about 'Karate Kid: Legends.'

'A lot of this film was written in Port Jefferson'

On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," an interview with Cold Spring Harbor lacrosse goalie Maya Soskin and athletic director Michael Bongino. 

Sarra Sounds Off: Meet CSH lacrosse goalie Maya Soskin

Boston College hockey star James Hagens, from Hauppauge, is expected to be a top pick in the upcoming NHL Draft. Newsday Sports' Jamie Stuart reports.

'It's been a lifelong dream'

As the New York Giants began voluntary offseason team activities on Wednesday, Greg Van Roten and Bobby Okereke spoke a little about what it takes to make the team.

'Nothing's set in stone' as Giants begin OTAs

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa visits the home of the grandma slice, Umbertos, and puts his hand in the dough to take a stab at pizza making.

'Learn everyday and do better'

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano and Newsday food writer Marie Elena Martinez check out Mill Pond Steak & Seafood in Centerport, which has recently been renovated. 

Waterside dining in Centerport

Sources say the man who discovered a body in his backyard pool is a member of the police task force that had been searching for homicide suspect Matthew Zoll. 

'One of the portions of the Loop Loc cover was undone'

Neighbors said they were unsettled to learn that a body had been found in a backyard swimming pool on Pal Court in East Shoreham and that police were investigating that it might belong to Matthew Zoll, a suspect in his father's death. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'Beyond shocking'

Caretakers with miitary backgrounds find purpose in keeping the grounds pristine at the Long Island National Cemetery where fallen service members are buried. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'You feel like you're still serving even after service'

NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie talks with the families of three fallen war heroes, who have preserved their sons' bedrooms as memorials.

'I walk in here and I feel pride'

LONG ISLAND LIFE

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The Long Island premiere of "Half Time" takes the stage at Theatre Three in Port Jefferson, running through June 22. Adapted from the documentary "Gotta Dance," the musical tells the story of a senior dance team that performed for the New Jersey Nets from 2006 to 2015.

LI premiere of 'Half Time' at Theatre Three

The Farrell twins were named valedictorian and salutatorian at Mount Sinai High School and they're also both attending the same university in the fall. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

'I'm super happy that we're both one and two'

Newsday Live and Long Island LitFest present a conversation with supermodel, actress and author Christie Brinkley. Newsday's Elisa DiStefano hosts a discussion about the American icon's life and new memoir, "Uptown Girl." 

Newsday Live Author Series: Christie Brinkley

From Luke Bryan at Jones Beach to the Mosaic Festival in Riverhead, check out all the fun things to do and explore this weekend. 

What's up on LI: Luke Bryan at Jones Beach, Mosaic Festival and more

Lisa Fitz and Bill Wilkinson keep a sheep, 10 goats and 12 chickens in the backyard of their Southold home.

'It's expensive, but it's so rewarding'

Bay Shore school district alumnus Joe La Puma surprised players of the high school's first unified basketball team with new sneakers. 

'The greatest experience ever'

From new rides at Adventureland and Splish Splash to Long Island's best gelato to must-see summer concerts, NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano has your inside look at Newsday's summer FunBook.

Your guide to excitement under the sun!

NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie shares stories about families who remember loved ones who sacrificed their lives for their nation.

Remember and honor

After overcoming obstacles to become the first Black woman to serve in the U.S. Army Nurse Corps, Nancy Leftenant-Colon returned to LI to serve as the school nurse at Amityville Memorial High School. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Remembering traiblazing Army nurse who hailed from LI

The American Airpower Museum in Farmingdale gave a living history flight experience where participants learned what it was like to be a paratrooper on the eve of D-Day. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'To experience it now, you appreciate it more'

Starting later this month, one of the four East River rail tunnels will be out of service for three years, as Amtrak conducts repairs to the damage left by Superstorm Sandy. 

'Strength needs to be there'

The Ryder Cup is coming to Bethpage State Park in September and so are changes to the course, Newsday TV's Jamie Stuart reports.

Bethpage Black makes changes ahead of Ryder Cup

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Despite arrests, complaints, convictions and judgments, 46 physicians were allowed to practice freely. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland and reporters from Newsday's health and investigative teams have the story.

'We're all shattered in many different ways'

Newsday's transportation and investigative teams, along with NewsdayTV, are examining the spate of deadly crashes on our roads and what can be done about it.

What to know about LI's dangerous roads

"I am terrified for the people of Long Island," one official said about the region, where 14% of drivers involved in deadly crashes did not have a license. Newsday examines LI's dangerous roads in a yearlong investigative series. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'It's sickening to me'

Long Island lost at least 5,800 years of life to fatal crashes in 2023. Newsday examines LI's dangerous roads in a yearlong investigative series. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'I wish his life was longer'

Nassau County's Traffic and Parking Violations Agency has stopped hearing cases for school bus camera violations, with no indication as to when they might resume. Newsday investigative reporter Payton Guion has the story.

'We don't know when these might resume'

Newsday investigative reporter Jim Baumbach looks at the process that school districts must undergo to discipline a teacher or administrator.

'A long process that's very costly'

Jim Vennard, 61, an electrical engineer from Missouri, received a $250 ticket for passing a stopped school bus in Stony Brook, a place he said he has never visited. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'I have never been to New York'

A new court filing claims the Town of Hempstead allegedly used unlawful evidence against drivers accused of passing stopped school buses. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

'It's very frustrating'

 Suffolk caseworkers said numerous reports of drug use and neglect against Kerri Bedrick were unfounded. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'A lot of things that were just clearly missed'

A Newsday investigation found Hempstead Town issued 80,000 school bus camera tickets in districts that did not authorize the program. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie and Newsday investigative reporter Payton Guion have the story.

'A basis for somebody to bring a lawsuit'

FAA data analyzed by Newsday shows the number of bird strikes voluntarily reported by airports in New York City and Long Island has increased by 46% between 2009 and 2023. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'A different situation at every airport'

TRUMP'S IMPACT ON LI

RACE FOR WHITE HOUSE

The Trump administration has vowed to end congestion pricing, stating it's unfair to drivers, but Federal judge Lewis J. Liman placed a temporary restraining order on the ban, effective until June 9 at 5 p.m. NewsdayTV's Shari EInhorn reports.

Gov. Hochul: 'We've won — again'

Sen. Chuck Schumer on Monday spoke at Island Harvest in Melville to advise that families in need on Long Island could lose food assistance benefits if the proposed federal budget is approved. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'Hundreds of thousands of people are at risk'

Long Island House Republicans say they are ready to block President Donald Trump's budget bill unless there is additional relief to the SALT cap. Newsday White House Correspondent Laura Figueroa Hernandez reports.

'They're pushing for a higher deduction'

The lawsuit claims President Trump exceeded his legal authority and argues the administration's decision harms clean energy goals. 

 Trump administration sued over halt in energy projects  

Laura Figueroa Hernandez, Newsday's White House correspondent, talks about President Donald Trump's influence on local infrastructure projects. 

'These projects can slow down or outright be stalled'

The Trump administration has stated that beginning on May 5, the Education Department will begin collecting student debt. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'There will be some adverse impact'

Amtrak will lead the $7 billion reconstruction of Penn Station which could allow for new ideas and changes. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports. 

'More trains would definitely be worth the while'

The Trump administration ordered an immediate cease to the wind project near the coast of Long Beach, stating the Biden administration rushed the permit process. Newsday reporter Robert Brodsky reports.

'That work has ceased immediately'

For some small businesses who specialize in imported goods, President Trump's tariffs have created uncertainty. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'Mr. President, we need a break!'

NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports from Woodbury, where EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin spoke to members of the Long Island Association. 

'We're not going to regulate industries out of existence'

The Trump administration has postponed a U.S. EPA rule slated to ban the cancer-causing chemical trichloroethylene, found in places such as dry cleaning and degreasers. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'Before we all drop dead'

AARP members spoke out about "frustrating" customer service experiences with the Social Security Administration during a meeting in Melville. Newsday reporter Tiffany Cusaac-Smith has the story.

'The experience could be much better'

A recession would bring more layoffs, less hiring and a higher cost of living, a local financial expert said. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'This is a very dicey time'

If the Medicaid cuts happen, some facilities may close while others could try to absorb the cost. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports. 

'It's kind of scary hearing that'

NEWSDAY TV SPECIALS

Thoroughbreds have died at Belmont Park at higher rates than at other tracks, despite officials' efforts to reduce horse racing deaths.

Racehorses at Belmont are dying at higher rates

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' 

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?'

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

Unearthing a suspect: The Gilgo Beach killings

Over the past year, Newsday has followed a pair of migrant families as they navigate new surroundings and an immigration system that has been overwhelmed. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'I haven't stopped crying'

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'

Theresa Cerney's killing is one of at least 66 cases of dead women being reviewed by Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond Tierney's new cold case unit. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn and Newsday investigative reporter Sandra Peddie have this exclusive story. 

New hope for justice

From a civil rights pioneer to history being made at the SCPD, NewsdayTV is celebrating Women's History Month with a look at changemakers and trailblazers with ties to LI.

NewsdayTV celebrates Women's History Month

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

NewsdayTV showcases the role Black Americans played in the shaping of our workforce and economy.

Celebrating a Black senator, Tuskegee Airman and Civil War veteran on LI

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 

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 the case of chemical drums buried in Bethpage and school sex abuse scandals to restaurants Long Island said goodbye to, here's a look back at some of the biggest stories of 2024 found only in Newsday.

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

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Environment & Climate Change

The shark was seen swimming a few hundred feet from shore. Watch to hear an expert's advice about swimming this summer.

'We are doing the right things to help protect our environment' 

Turmp administration lifts stop-work order for the Empire Wind project off Long Island's South Shore. Newsday Reporter Mark Harrington has more.

Stop-work order on LI wind project lifted by Trump 

Four beaches on Long Island scored an A+ in the latest beach report put out by Save the Sound. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'It's vitally important that the infrastructure is constantly being upgraded'

A Newsday analysis found "forever chemicals" above the federal limit in seven Long Island water districts. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports. 

'I don't trust the tap water'

Out of the classroom and into the flames, Mattituck High School senior Rocco Horton helped battle the Westhampton wildfires.  NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'Just stay safe is what I told him'

Nineteen Long Island water districts have found unregulated chemicals in their drinking supply. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

Stubborn chemicals hard to filter out

NewsdayTV gets an exclusive look at how a drill weekend turned into a full-blown firefighting operation last month.

Into the fire with the 106th Rescue Wing

A new tiny tunnel under a Middle Island road will help frogs travel from one pool to another in a springtime ritual, avoiding deadly traffic above.

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Newsday food writer Marie Elena Martinez visits Levittown Food Trucks - TGIF, which is hosted by Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Levittown. 

'It's just a place to get together every Friday night'

As Circle M Diner in Wantagh prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary on Wednesday, co-owner John Tsotsos attributes its success to good food and loyal customers. 

'They come back with their own little babies'

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano tries brioche con gelato at Spiga Bakery in Bellmore.

'We actually started this dessert 18 years ago'

Newsday food writer Melissa Azofeifa tries the Dubai cheesecake at The Dirty Cheesecake in Smithtown.

'You get the creaminess with the crunch'

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