Convicted serial killer Richard Cottingham was arraigned Wednesday from his hospital bed,&nbsp;accused of killing 23-year-old Diane Cusick in Valley Stream in 1968. Newsday TV&rsquo;s Cecilia Dowd reports.

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A jury on Thursday convicted a Levittown man, Benjamin Lopez, 27, in the machete slaying of a cancer-stricken grandmother who died in what prosecutors called a plot to rob her grandson of drugs and money for "snitching" to police.

Levittown man convicted of killing a grandmother in revenge plot

  Varun Datt, of Syosset, was sentenced to 3 to 9 years in prison in a drunk driving case where he jumped the curb and ended up striking a man and his niece.

Varun Datt sentenced in DWI accident that hurt 2

Valerie Mack was 24 years old when she abruptly disappeared from her family's lives around October 2000. Newsday TV's Faith Jessie talked with Newsday reporter Anthony M. DeStefano about Mack's muder.

Gilgo Beach victim Valerie Mack's family speaks to Newsday

Suffolk County Police Commissioner Rodney K. Harrison announced that patrols will increase along highways and roadways during what is referred to as the 100 deadliest days of summer. 

Suffolk cops to crack down on drivers during '100 deadliest days of summer'

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The boyfriend of a young mom who was shot dead Wednesday night in Manhattan while pushing a stroller was arrested late Friday, police said.

Boyfriend arrested in fatal NYC shooting, police say

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Azsia Johnson of Staten Island was gunned down from behind at point-blank range at 8:25 p.m. as she pushed a baby stroller with her 3-month -old daughter on East 95 Street, officials said.

Cops seeking person of interest in slaying of 20-year-old mom, NYPD officials say

The victim was alone in a Honda Civic when he lost control of the vehicle and hit a tree, Suffolk police said.

Cops: Central Islip man killed in Middle Island crash

"That date is in stone," Suffolk County Supreme Court Justice William Condon told prosecutors and defense attorneys during a brief conference in Suffolk County Court in Riverhead Friday.

Judge: Valva case murder trial will start Sept. 7

The buses were parked at Pond Road lot in Ronkonkoma when the devices were stolen between about 2 p.m. on June 11 and around 6 a.m. on June 13, police said.

Reward in theft of catalytic converters from school buses

'Torso Killer' Richard Cottingham, who is already serving a life sentence in New Jersey state prison, was arraigned after DNA evidence tied him to the murder.

'He's the killer' — Valley Stream cold case cracked after more than 50 years

The suspect arrested, Shati Smith, 28, has lived just a few houses away from the murder victim, police said.

Police arrest 'fugitive' in North Bellport fatal shooting

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Convicted serial killer Richard Cottingham was arraigned Wednesday from his hospital bed, accused of killing 23-year-old Diane Cusick in Valley Stream in 1968. Newsday TV's Cecilia Dowd reports.

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More than a year after the killing of vape shop owner Kinshuk Patel in Lindenhurst, an arrest was made. Yoel Atzmon, 44, was charged with second-degree murder. Newsday's Steve Langford reports.

Arrest in killing of vape shop owner in Lindenhurst

Suffolk County Police officer Timothy Timothy Thrane said he holds "no animosity" toward William Petersohn, who was sentenced to 6 months behind bars and 5 years on probation for his part in a crash that almost killed Thrane. Newsday TV's Shari Einhorn reports.

Cop: 'I understand that you simply made a poor decision'

According to a witness statement, the man accused of stabbing his 80-year-old grandfather to death called his grandfather "Lucifer" and allegedly said he'd been hearing his grandfather was "in a child trafficking ring and was also eating people." Newsday TV's Cecilia Dowd reports.

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According to Long Beach police on Tuesday, a Long Beach man charged with murder Monday in connection with a fatal shooting in March, shot the victim, an Uber driver, during a dispute over a possible ride.

Cops: Uber driver, Long Beach man in dispute before fatal shooting

A rash of break-ins in Syosset left business owners angry and frustrated. Five teens from MercyFirst, a nonprofit social service agency, were charged in the burglaries and criminal mischief, authorities said. Newsday TV's Cecilia Dowd reports.

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Former NYPD Officer David Afanador was sentenced to 1 1/3 – 4 years behind bars on Thursday. Afanador was arrested for firing shots into the ocean in Long Beach in 2021 and pleaded guilty to criminal possession of a firearm earlier this year. Newsday TV's Cecilia Dowd reports.

Former cop sentenced on gun charge

Nassau police say three female passengers were killed in a late-night crash Saturday in New Hyde Park. Newsday TV's Steve Langford reports.

3 killed in DWI crash near catering hall in New Hyde Park, police say

An 18-year-old student was accused of threatening a shooting at Westbury High School. His arrest left parents on edge. Newsday TV's Cecilia Dowd reports.

Student arrested after allegedly threatening shooting at Westbury High School

A "signal sidearm" installed on each patrol officer's gun will know when an officer draws his or her weapon and will send a bluetooth signal to the camera and turn it on, offiicals said.

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The 16-year-old was arrested after the school principal saw a threatening post on Instagram and contacted police. Newsday TV's Steve Langford reports. 

Suffolk DA: Bellport High School student arrested for making "shooting" threat 

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Nassau officials announced increased shark patrols a day after authorities said a man may have been bitten by a shark at Jones Beach. Newsday TV&rsquo;s Cecilia Dowd reports.

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Nassau officials announced increased shark patrols a day after authorities said a man may have been bitten by a shark at Jones Beach. Newsday TV's Cecilia Dowd reports.

Suffolk County officials on Thursday demonstrated the dangers of possessing and using fireworks. The police department also announced increased DWI and BWI enforcement for the Fourth of July holiday. Newsday TV&#39;s Cecilia Dowd reports.

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Suffolk officials warn residents of fireworks danger, urge motorists and boaters not to drink and drive

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Suffolk County officials on Thursday demonstrated the dangers of possessing and using fireworks. The police department also announced increased DWI and BWI enforcement for the Fourth of July holiday. Newsday TV's Cecilia Dowd reports.

Joe Boyce, of Wantagh, who was desperately searching for a live kidney donor after his kidney function dropped dramatically in March, found one not far from&nbsp;home. His neighbor, Liz Haines, donated one of hers. Newsday TV&#39;s Cecilia Dowd reports.

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Joe Boyce, of Wantagh, who was desperately searching for a live kidney donor after his kidney function dropped dramatically in March, found one not far from home. His neighbor, Liz Haines, donated one of hers. Newsday TV's Cecilia Dowd reports.

The results are in: Gov. Kathy Hochul won the Democratic primary for governor and Rep. Lee Zeldin won the Republican primary. Newsday TV&rsquo;s Cecilia Dowd reports.

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The results are in: Gov. Kathy Hochul won the Democratic primary for governor and Rep. Lee Zeldin won the Republican primary. Newsday TV's Cecilia Dowd reports.

Protesters gathered in Mineola Friday night, rallying against the Supreme Court&rsquo;s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. Newsday TV&rsquo;s Cecilia Dowd reports.

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Long Islanders protest the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade

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Protesters gathered in Mineola Friday night, rallying against the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. Newsday TV's Cecilia Dowd reports.

White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, who attended Hempstead schools, surprised Daniella Marroquin, Hempstead High School valedictorian, with a phone call, offering her congratulations and words of wisdom. Newsday TV&rsquo;s Cecilia Dowd reports.

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White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, who attended Hempstead schools. surprised Daniella Marroquin, Hempstead High School valedictorian, with a phone call, offering her congratulations and words of wisdom. Newsday TV's Cecilia Dowd reports.

Attendees emphasized the importance of educating people about Black history as Suffolk County celebrated Juneteenth on Monday in Hauppauge with song, prayer and dance. Newsday TV&#39;s Cecilia Dowd reports.

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Attendees emphasized the importance of educating people about Black history as Suffolk County celebrated Juneteenth on Monday in Hauppauge with song, prayer and dance. Newsday TV's Cecilia Dowd reports.

Data shows Suffolk County CPS workers&rsquo; caseload numbers did not meet guidelines under a county law enacted after Thomas Valva&rsquo;s death. Officials said COVID-19 played a role. Newsday TV&rsquo;s Cecilia Dowd reports.

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Data shows Suffolk County CPS workers' caseload numbers did not meet guidelines under a county law put in place after Thomas Valva's death

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Caseload numbers for CPS workers in Suffolk County did not meet guidelines under a county law enacted after Thomas Valva's death

Data shows Suffolk County CPS workers' caseload numbers did not meet county guidelines under a county law enacted after Thomas Valva's death. Officials said COVID-19 played a role. Newsday TV's Cecilia Dowd reports.

According to a witness statement, the&nbsp;man&nbsp;accused of stabbing his 80-year-old grandfather to death&nbsp;called his grandfather &ldquo;Lucifer&quot; and allegedly said he&#39;d been hearing his grandfather was &ldquo;in a child trafficking ring and was also eating people.&rdquo; Newsday TV&rsquo;s Cecilia Dowd reports.

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A rash of break-ins in Syosset left business owners angry and frustrated. Five teens from MercyFirst,&nbsp;a nonprofit social service agency,&nbsp;were charged in the burglaries&nbsp;and criminal mischief, authorities&nbsp;said. Newsday TV&rsquo;s Cecilia Dowd reports.

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Prices are skyrocketing and people are hurting. Inflation just hit a four-decade high, and Long Islanders are feeling the pinch. Newsday TV&rsquo;s Cecilia Dowd reports.

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Prices are skyrocketing and people are hurting. Inflation just hit a four-decade high, and Long Islanders are feeling the pinch. Newsday TV's Cecilia Dowd reports.

Former NYPD Officer David Afanador was sentenced to 1 1/3 &ndash; 4 years behind bars on Thursday. Afanador was arrested for firing shots into the ocean in Long Beach in 2021 and pleaded guilty to criminal possession of a firearm earlier this year. Newsday TV&rsquo;s Cecilia Dowd reports.

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Elected officials, organizations and residents called for the MTA to expand electrification on the LIRR&rsquo;s Port Jefferson line. They said it will be better for riders and the environment. Newsday TV&rsquo;s Cecilia Dowd reports.

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Elected officials, organizations and residents called for the MTA to expand electrification on the LIRR's Port Jefferson line. They said it will be better for riders and the environment. Newsday TV's Cecilia Dowd reports.

Alarmed that the honey bees in his hives were dying prematurely, Bay Shore apiarist Tom Santorelli enlisted the help of&nbsp;an Islip councilman to address the issue, leading the town to pass a&nbsp;resolution recommending&nbsp;developers plant bee-friendly vegetation.

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Bay Shore apiarist bee-hind Islip's resolution recommending developers plant bee-friendly vegetation

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Alarmed that the honey bees in his hives were dying prematurely, Bay Shore apiarist Tom Santorelli enlisted the help of an Islip councilman to address the issue, leading the town to pass a resolution recommending developers plant bee-friendly vegetation.

Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a package of gun bills Monday. The governor said:&nbsp;&ldquo;It just keeps happening. Shots ring out, flags come down, and nothing ever changes. Except here in New York.&rdquo; Newsday TV&rsquo;s Cecilia Dowd reports.



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"It just keeps happening. Shots ring out, flags come down, and nothing ever changes. Except here in New York," Gov. Hochul said. Newsday TV's Cecilia Dowd reports.  

An 18-year-old student was accused of threatening a shooting at Westbury High School. His arrest left parents on edge. Newsday TV&rsquo;s Cecilia Dowd reports.

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Though gas prices are down, gas tax rollbacks are not fully showing up at the pumps. Newsday TV&rsquo;s Cecilia Dowd reports.

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Though gas prices are down, gas tax rollbacks are not fully showing up at the pumps. Newsday TV's Cecilia Dowd reports.

The Board of Regents is allowing &lsquo;special appeals&rsquo; for students who score 50-64 on a Regents exam. If approved, the student will get credit for the test despite scoring less than the traditional passing grade of 65. This decision was made because of COVID-19&rsquo;s disruption to learning. Newsday TV&rsquo;s Cecilia Dowd reports.

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New rule allows students who score as low as 50 on a Regents exam to pass

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The Board of Regents is allowing 'special appeals' for students who score 50-64 on a Regents exam. If approved, the student will get credit for the test despite scoring less than the traditional passing grade of 65. This decision was made because of COVID-19's disruption to learning. Newsday TV's Cecilia Dowd reports.

It was graduation day for police recruits in Suffolk County. Newsday TV&rsquo;s Cecilia Dowd reports.

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It was graduation day for police recruits in Suffolk County. Newsday TV's Cecilia Dowd reports.

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