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Children under 5 years old are eligible to be vaccinated against COVID-19 after recent approval from federal authorities.

Youngest group of kids start to get vaccinated on LI

Health care providers around Long Island Tuesday began administering COVID-19 vaccines for children under the age of 5. Newsday TV's Shari Einhorn reports.

COVID vaccines for kids under 5 roll out

Get the latest COVID updates from Nassau and Suffolk County health commissioners as they discuss which variants are concerning right now, plus LI's rates of reinfections, hospitalizations and deaths.

The CDC's latest recommendation that people in high risk areas, like LI, wear masks indoors and in public places appears to have been met with something of a collective shrug. Steve Langford reports.

LIers on CDC recommendations: 'I guess if we have to'

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New York City will offer people who test positive for coronavirus free prescriptions for Paxlovid on-site and within minutes, Mayor Eric Adams said.

NYC to offer on-the-spot COVID-19 prescriptions

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The low vaccination rates for the youngest kids echo the findings of a recent survey on how parents feel about the vaccine for kids under 5.

Sparsely attended Vaxmobile reflects parents' reluctance to vaccinate small kids

Experts said the new subvariant of the omicron strain is highly infectious but is unlikely to cause extensive deaths or hospitalizations among those vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19.

Experts: New COVID-19 subvariant leading to more 'breakthrough' cases

The new program would reimburse companies for COVID-related safety purchases made in 2021 and this year.

Small firms can seek state tax credit for COVID costs

Dozens of parents brought their children to the H. Lee Dennison Building in Hauppauge on Thursday to get COVID-19 vaccines that were approved days ago by federal officials for the last remaining age group to become eligible.

As more COVID-19 doses arrive, Suffolk ramps up effort to vaccinate youngest kids

State figures show Long Island continues to have a high community level of COVID-19 even as kids under 5 begin getting shots to combat the virus.

LI still a COVID-19 hot spot as youngest begin vaccination

When he was mayor, Bill de Blasio threatened to fine workplaces that failed to check vaccine cards, but under Eric Adams, there are no penalties — or even inspections.

NYC acknowledges it's stopped enforcing vaccine mandate for private employers

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COVID-19 will likely continue to spread, medical experts say. Get updates from local doctors on the latest available treatments and ways to protect yourself and your family.

Doctors' tips for getting through a COVID-19 infection

Masks were again mandated on Wednesday at Long Island MacArthur Airport and on Suffolk County buses. Riders in Coram had mixed views on wearing masks while they travel. Newsday's Cecilia Dowd reports.

Mask reversal: Masks again mandated at MacArthur Airport and on Suffolk buses 

Long Island's 7-day COVID positivity rate was 5.46% Sunday. Some Long Islanders on Monday said they are continuing to take precautions to protect themselves from the virus. Newsday's Cecilia Dowd reports.

Long Island's 7-day COVID positivity rate at 5.46%

Sayville native Larry Kelly briefly opened his eyes on Easter Sunday 2020, after weeks in a coma battling COVID-19. Doctors gave him little chance of survival and his family had been called to say their goodbyes. Those around the country who came to know his story through social media called him "Miracle Larry."

Two years later, 'Miracle Larry' celebrates Easter Sunday with gratitude 

Judith Rossi, 70, was released from rehab after battling COVID-19 in January. The Ridge woman spent 6 weeks on a ventilator at Mather Hospital in Port Jefferson. Newsday's Shari Einhorn reports.

LI woman on ventilator for 6 weeks while battling COVID-19 leaves rehab 

Two years after the first COVID-19 cases were diagnosed on Long Island, many still struggle with lingering long-term effects from the virus. Newsday's Shari Einhorn reports.

Lingering long-term effects from COVID-19

Moderna is moving ahead in its proposal process for the COVID-19 vaccine in children ages 6 months to 5 years. Newsday's Steve Langford reports.

Moderna moves for COVID-19 vaccine approval for children 6 months to 5 years

Infection rates have increased, but the subvariant does not appear to cause more severe illness, NYS Health Commissioner Dr. Mary T. Bassett said.

New COVID subvariant now 42% of NY cases

Georgio's Coffee Roasters in Farmingdale says sales through their website, launched two months before the pandemic hit, enabled them to keep their business alive despite foot traffic from office workers drying up.

Coffee business says online sales saved it during pandemic

It's been two years since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, and while some Long Islanders are back to their pre-pandemic lives, others say they're taking a slower more cautious approach. Newsday's Shari Einhorn reports.

Cautious and optimistic, LIers two years into pandemic

Activity at mass vaccination sites across Long Island, including the site at SUNY Old Westbury, has slowed down, and enthusiasm has been replaced by hesitation. Newsday's Steve Langford reports.

Mass vaccination sites across Long Island grow quiet

What is the latest on masking for travelers? What about COVID-19 testing requirements? Travel and medical experts answer these questions and more.

Traveling? What you need to know now

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Long Island students and the police commissioners of Nassau and Suffolk counties discuss school safety and the response to threats.

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What's being done about threats of violence made at LI schools?

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Long Island students and the police commissioners of Nassau and Suffolk counties discuss school safety and the response to threats.

Acclaimed New York-based author Elizabeth Nunez (&ldquo;Boundaries,&rdquo; &ldquo;Anna In-Between&rdquo;) talks about her latest novel &ldquo;Now Lila Knows,&rdquo; her career, and more.

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Author Elizabeth Nunez discusses her new novel, 'Now Lila Knows'

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Acclaimed New York-based author Elizabeth Nunez ("Boundaries," "Anna In-Between") talks about her latest novel "Now Lila Knows," her career, and more.

The award-winning actor (&ldquo;The X-Files,&rdquo; &rdquo;Californication&rdquo;) and best-selling author talks with us about his latest novel, &ldquo;The Reservoir.&rdquo;

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David Duchovny discusses his life, career and new novel

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The award-winning actor ("The X-Files," "Californication") and best-selling author talks with us about his latest novel, "The Reservoir."

Small business owners are in the uncomfortable position of hiking prices as labor and material costs rise. Get expert tips for saving money and communicating effectively with customers.

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Coping with inflation: Expert tips for small businesses

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Small business owners are in the uncomfortable position of hiking prices as labor and material costs rise. Get expert tips for saving money and communicating effectively with customers.

Get money-saving tips from experts&nbsp;as prices soar&nbsp;at the gas pump and the supermarket.

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Coping with inflation: How to save money now

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Get money-saving tips from experts as prices soar at the gas pump and the supermarket.

Graduating high school seniors successfully navigated their way through two years of pandemic disruptions at home and at school. They talk with us about their challenges and what comes next.

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LI's graduating seniors talk about high school in a pandemic

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Graduating high school seniors successfully navigated their way through two years of pandemic disruptions at home and at school. They talk with us about their challenges and what comes next.

COVID-19 will likely continue to spread, medical experts say. Get updates from local doctors on the latest available treatments and ways to protect yourself and your family.

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What impact is the legalization of adult-use marijuana having on drug testing for employment? Can employers ban employee use of the drug? A panel of local experts address those questions and more in a discussion moderated by Newsday Associate Editor Joye Brown.

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Marijuana and employment: What you need to know

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What impact is the legalization of adult-use marijuana having on drug testing for employment? Can employers ban employee use of the drug? Local experts address those questions.

It&#39;s likely that recreational&nbsp;marijuana&nbsp;will be legal to purchase in New York State by early 2023. Experts discuss what this means for Long Island and more in a discussion moderated by Newsday Associate Editor Joye Brown.

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Legal marijuana on Long Island

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It's likely that recreational marijuana will be legal to purchase in New York State by early 2023. Experts discuss what this means for Long Island.

Who can sell? Who can grow? How does licensing work? Local experts address&nbsp;these questions and more.

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What will the marijuana business look like on Long Island?

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Who can sell? Who can grow? How does licensing work? Local experts address these questions and more.

Long Island high schools produce some of the nation&rsquo;s most talented young scientists, including seven finalists in this year&rsquo;s prestigious Regeneron Science Talent Search. What does it take to compete? Join Newsday Associate Editor Joye Brown and NewsdayTV Anchor Faith Jessie for a conversation with students, their mentors and more.

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LI's 7 Regeneron finalists talk about the prestigious national science competition

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LI's 7 Regeneron finalists talk about the prestigious national science competition

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The seven Long Island high schoolers who were finalists in this year's prestigious Regeneron Science Talent Search talk about what it takes to compete.

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