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Mon, April 21, 2025

by: Newsday
in: Politics and Government

More outcry over Sen. Chuck Schumer's vote for Republican spending bill

Laura Figueroa Hernandez is the White House correspondent and previously covered New York City politics and government. She joined Newsday in 2012 after covering state and local politics for The ...
Sun, March 30, 2025

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in: Politics and Government

Health care providers on Long Island brace for large cuts in federal Medicaid funding

Long Island health care providers say they are bracing for the financial impact of anticipated cuts to Medicaid as the Republican majority in Congress works on sweeping legislation to make 2017 tax cuts permanent.
Sat, March 29, 2025

by: Newsday
in: Sports and Competition

After blowing hot and cold, the Hurricanes find form in Super Rugby

"The game is won and lost around the physical collision and the Hurricanes dominated that area," Waratahs coach Dan McKellar said. "We turned the ball over too much, both at the breakdown and at the set piece and they got on a roll.
Fri, March 28, 2025

by: Newsday
in: Science and Technology

DNA evidence in alleged Gilgo serial killer Rex Heuermann case at issue in pre-trial hearing

Heuermann's defense team has sought to bar from trial the DNA results from rootless hairs found at six of the seven crime scenes that have been linked to their client or members of his family.
Sat, March 22, 2025

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in: Science and Technology

Stony Brook scientists on team capturing 'baby pictures' of the Universe's cosmic light with advanced telescope

"Our data indicates that the Universe will expand forever, and at an accelerating rate," said Sehgal, who analyzed data alongside current and former Stony Brook University physics and astronomy graduate students Mathew Madhavacheril, Dongwon Han and Amanda MacInnis.
Wed, March 19, 2025

by: Newsday
in: Business and Finance

How Trump tariffs could affect home improvement, renovation projects

Whether the price of construction goods does increase, the tariffs have already affected the overall economy — the stock market took a dive upon their implementation — adding further uncertainty for Long Island homeowners in an already uncertain economic period and potentially dampening their ability to access credit.
Fri, March 14, 2025

by: Newsday
in: Sports and Competition

NCAA sends guidance to schools regarding how to handle waiver that resulted from Pavia ruling

The NCAA has sent out guidance advising schools on how to handle the waiver that it granted to junior college athletes in December after a court ruled in favor of Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia's bid for another year of eligibility.

by: Newsday
in: Automotive and Transportation

Potholes on underinflated tires can be a costly and dangerous combination, AAA says

A vehicle's low tire pressure can be especially dangerous in March, or pothole season, said AAA's Robert Sinclair.

by: Newsday
in: Politics and Government

Social Security overpayments: FAQ

Starting March 27, seniors and other Social Security beneficiaries will have 100% of their overpayment deducted from their monthly check, which will mean some will receive no funds, experts said.
Thu, March 13, 2025

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in: Politics and Government

EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin says he will slash climate-change regulations and spending

WASHINGTON — U.S. EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin said Wednesday that he would slash long-standing climate-change regulations and spending, and cancel the $20 billion Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund, alarming environmentalists and Democrats.
Wed, March 12, 2025

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in: Business and Finance

Is a recession coming in 2025? Long Island economists weigh in.

Online search engines have seen an uptick in people asking questions about the country's economic fate, including "is a recession coming in 2025," "how to prepare for a recession," and "what is a recession.
Sat, March 8, 2025

by: Newsday
in: Politics and Government

As Trump pushes limits of power, courts and lawmakers increase pushback

As the Trump administration enters its eighth week, the president and Musk have begun to encounter increased pushback in the courts and in Congress, prompting the president to post on social media that Musk should step back and allow cabinet secretaries to carry out the task of downsizing their departments and agencies.
Wed, March 5, 2025

by: Newsday
in: Media and Entertainment

Consumer complaint list for 2024 released by NY Attorney General Letitia James

Price gouging on essential goods and housing issues top New York's consumer complaints list, with over 24,000 cases reported to Attorney General Letitia James.

by: Newsday
in: Health and Fitness

Weed gummies and child safety: What to know after Long Island students sickened

A 13-year-old teen will face school disciplinary action for handing out the gummies, according to a school district spokesman.
Mon, March 3, 2025

by: Newsday
in: Politics and Government

Here are some goods in the crosshairs of Trump's tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China

President Donald Trump was poised to impose 25% taxes on imports from Canada and Mexico Tuesday and to double to 20% his levies on Chinese products.
Sun, March 2, 2025

by: Newsday
in: Media and Entertainment

The Latest: The red carpet is open ahead of the 97th Academy Awards

The red carpet is open ahead of the 97th Academy Awards, which are set to kick off at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles at 7 p.m. Eastern/4 p.m. Pacific.

by: Newsday
in: Politics and Government

Lee Zeldin gets to work on his agenda of shrinking EPA and cutting regulations

The former Long Island congressman has vowed to claw back $20 billion in Biden administration green energy grants.
Sat, March 1, 2025

by: Newsday
in: Politics and Government

Unions, workers explore ways to fight back amid Musk's effort to cut down the federal workforce

On Thursday, a federal court judge in San Francisco ordered the Trump Administration to pause the firing of probationary workers, after a coalition of labor unions including AFGE filed a lawsuit arguing the Office of Personnel Management which oversaw the cuts had "no legal authority" to fire employees.
Fri, February 28, 2025

by: Newsday
in: Sports and Competition

Newsday's sports section earns seven APSE wins

Newsday placed in the top 10 nationally for daily and Sunday print section portfolio, digital portfolio, special section, investigative, action photo and feature photo.
Sun, February 23, 2025

by: Newsday
in: Politics and Government

'Dark MAGA' spreads as conservatives embrace Musk's influence on Trump

At an annual gathering of conservatives, the emerging influence of billionaire Elon Musk on President Donald Trump was on display.

by: Newsday
in: Business and Finance

Keeping a bank account: A fearful, challenging process for some on Long Island

A lack of bank accounts often costs low-income people, the FDIC said. Unbanked people are more likely to turn to pawn shop loans, money orders or check cashing services, which have fees. Moreover, the money can be stolen without recourse, whereas deposits in FDIC-insured banks are covered up to $250,000.

by: Newsday
in: Politics and Government

Trump, Musk push forward with cuts, as questions mount about their approach

The entrepreneur is working with President Donald Trump to assert White House control over the sprawling federal workforce.
Wed, February 19, 2025

by: Newsday
in: Health and Fitness

New jazz fellowship honors the genre's elders and gives them each an unrestricted $100,000 grant

The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation and The Jazz Foundation of America on Tuesday announced the Jazz Legacies Fellowship -- a new $15 million program that will give 50 artists who are 62 years or older a lifetime achievement award that includes a $100,000 unrestricted grant, professional support and performance opportunities.

by: Newsday
in: Politics and Government

Trump and Musk say they like working together and will keep it at. Will it last?

At times, Trump sat back as Fox News Channel's Sean Hannity heaped praise on Musk in an attempt to counteract a Democratic narrative that he's a callous and unelected force out to destroy the government and upend civil society through sweeping cuts being imposed by the Department of Government Efficiency.
Fri, February 14, 2025

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in: Media and Entertainment

Woman withdraws civil lawsuit against Jay-Z, Sean 'Diddy' Combs alleging she was raped at age 13

An Alabama woman who said she was raped by rappers Jay-Z and Sean "Diddy" Combs when she was 13 has withdrawn her civil lawsuit against both men.

by: Newsday
in: Sports and Competition

Duplantis sets pole vault meet record in season-opener at ISTAF Indoor in Berlin

Pole vaulter Armand Duplantis has set a new meeting record on his return from a winter break by jumping 6.10 meters at the ISTAF Indoor meet in Berlin.

by: Newsday
in: Sports and Competition

Broadridge, Verint testing DeepSeek's potential for automation, efficiency

Broadridge and Verint say they are testing DeepSeek AI for automation and efficiency, while addressing cybersecurity risks in closed systems.

by: Newsday
in: Science and Technology

Trump's DEI crackdown: What could it mean for LI colleges and universities?

Local higher education officials say they are monitoring the situation, and they remain hopeful that funding for diversity initiatives will not be cut.
Wed, February 12, 2025

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in: Sports and Competition

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif says she's 'never stayed down' and vows to fight back after lawsuit

The Algerian boxer who found herself in the middle of a bitter divide about gender in sports during the Paris Olympics has denounced "false and offensive" accusations from the International Boxing Association.
Sat, February 8, 2025

by: Newsday
in: Politics and Government

Donald Trump shunned Project 2025 as a candidate, but is adopting its ideas in office

On the presidential campaign trail, candidate Donald Trump consistently distanced himself from Project 2025, a conservative think tank initiative that proposed swee
Fri, February 7, 2025

by: Newsday
in: Politics and Government

Protests and a New Zealand leader's absence overshadow a day marking the founding treaty with M?ori

The bill's architect, David Seymour, met with protests at Waitangi marae — a MÄ?ori meeting house — during speeches by political leaders on Wednesday, as he made a fresh pitch for the law. The measures are widely derided and prompted tens of thousands of people to march on Parliament in Wellington last November.
Sat, February 1, 2025

by: Newsday
in: Politics and Government

President Donald Trump's early moves to control spending test authority of Congress

A 1974 law requires the president to spend the appropriations passed by Congress or seek its permission to suspend funding.
Fri, January 31, 2025

by: Newsday
in: Automotive and Transportation

Long Island News | Nassau & Suffolk

If Brookhaven Town and Port Jeff Village agree to the move, the developer's plans for an apartment complex would be reviewed by the village's land-use boards rather than those of the town ...
Sat, January 25, 2025

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in: Sports and Competition

Madison Chock and Evan Bates match the U.S. record by winning their sixth ice dance national title

Madison Chock and Evan Bates matched the U.S. record by winning their sixth ice dance national title on Saturday.
Thu, January 23, 2025

by: Newsday
in: Politics and Government

Order from President Donald Trump aims to end 'radical and wasteful' diversity programs

Inaugural address included a vow to end efforts to "socially engineer race and gender into every aspect of public and private life."
Wed, January 22, 2025

by: Newsday
in: Health and Fitness

Bird flu outbreak hits Crescent Duck Farm in Aquebogue; 99,000 birds being euthanized

Established in 1908, the Aquebogue site is the last commercial duck farm on Long Island, once world-renowned for its ducks.

by: Newsday
in: Science and Technology

Trump rescinds Biden's executive order on AI safety in attempt to diverge from his predecessor

Hours after returning to the White House, President Donald Trump made a symbolic mark on the future of artificial intelligence by repealing former President Joe Biden's guardrails for the fast-developing technology.

by: Newsday
in: Health and Fitness

Fitness Fix: Pulse Barbell Club in East Northport

Pulse Barbell Club in East Northport offers strength training, yoga, nutrition guidance, physical therapy and more. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports.
Fri, January 10, 2025

by: Newsday
in: Business and Finance

NYS expands free tax filing option to include residents making up to $200,000

Under the expansion, individuals who make up to $200,000, or joint filers who make up to $250,000, may be eligible to use the IRS' Direct File program.
Wed, January 8, 2025

by: Newsday
in: Science and Technology

Regeneron Science Talent Search scholars: Long Island has 49 semifinalists, more than any other U.S. region

Long Island schools have produced dozens of scholars year after year. The region had 50 semifinalists last year and three of them advanced to become finalists. Educators have said continued competition in the talent search boosts enthusiasm in the STEM fields among local schools.
Tue, January 7, 2025

by: Newsday
in: Sports and Competition

No. 13 Georgia Tech biggest surprise of the 5 unbeaten teams left in Division I women's basketball

Georgia Tech coach Nell Fortner is taking it one game at a time with her No. 13 Yellow Jackets, not looking too far ahead.
Sun, January 5, 2025

by: Newsday
in: Health and Fitness

Exercise and cancer: More doctors recommending physical activity for Long Island patients

An expanding body of research indicates that aerobic exercise and strength-training can improve the chances of survival.

by: Newsday
in: Politics and Government

Blakeman: Flags in Nassau will be lowered to honor Jimmy Carter

Critics had assailed the Nassau County executive for not ordering flags at half-staff to honor the 39th president.
Sat, January 4, 2025

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in: Science and Technology

Ham radio operators new and old assemble at conference in Brookville

The annual conference of the Ham Radio University, which was formed in 1999, was held Saturday at LIU Post in Brookville.
Fri, January 3, 2025

by: Newsday
in: Politics and Government

Musk is 'misjudged and certainly misinformed' over UK grooming attacks, says senior minister

A senior British minister has pushed back on Elon Musk's criticism of the government's handling of a historic child grooming scandal.
Fri, December 27, 2024

by: Newsday
in: Media and Entertainment

Fox News Channel's Sean Hannity, Ainsley Earhardt are engaged

Hannity, who turns 63 on Dec. 30, hosts his opinion show "Hannity" from Florida. Earhardt, 48, who was born in Charlotte, North Carolina, and spent her early years in Spartanburg, South Carolina, will continue to cohost "Fox & Friends" from Manhattan.
Tue, December 24, 2024

by: Newsday
in: Politics and Government

State legislative leaders reject MTA capital plan, intend to include it in budget talks

That hole "is a specific concern that needs to be addressed before we can approve the program," stated Heastie and Stewart-Cousins. The legislative leaders are also members of the MTA Capital Program Review Board, which gave them the authority to reject the proposal.

by: Newsday
in: Politics and Government

New York State to phase out 'super pollutants,' despite cost concerns

ALBANY — The state has restricted the use of "super pollutant" gases used in food stores, hospitals, high-tech bio storage facilities and other businesses that require refrigeration, despite warnings by business interests that the measure will be too costly for some enterprises to stay in business.

More outcry over Sen. Chuck Schumer's vote for Republican spending bill

Laura Figueroa Hernandez is the White House correspondent and previously covered New York City politics and government. She joined Newsday in 2012 after covering state and local politics for The ...

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer urged Republicans to vote against President Donald Trump in the upcoming election during a speech at the New York State Democratic Convention on Long Island. Schumer criticized Trump's handling of the economy, healthcare, and foreign policy, arguing that the president's actions have been detrimental to the country. He emphasized the importance of removing Trump from office to protect democracy and encouraged Republicans to join Democrats in this effort, stating that the future of the nation depends on it.

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