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May 19, 2026

UK police investigate allegations of historic child sex abuse following Epstein file release

Police in the UK are investigating two allegations of historic child sex abuse linked to the Epstein files.

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May 19, 2026

Woman dies after stepping out of car, falling into utility hole outside Manhattan Cartier store

Con Ed and the NYPD are investigating why the hole was uncovered.

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May 19, 2026

NYS AG: Report cases of ride-hailing price gouging amid LIRR strike

Consumers may report incidents by calling the AG's hotline or online.

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May 19, 2026

Ketanji Brown Jackson says Supreme Court risks being seen as political after voting rights decision

Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson said Monday that the Supreme Court risks being seen as political in the wake of a major voting rights decision...

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May 18, 2026

The New York Times sues the Pentagon a second time over Hegseth's media restrictions

The New York Times sued the Defense Department Monday for the second time in recent months over media access.

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May 18, 2026

US pauses joint defense effort with Canada that dates to WWII

The U.S. says it's pausing participation on a joint board with Canada for continental defense that dates to World War II.

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May 18, 2026

Trump says he's called off Iran strike planned for Tuesday at request of Gulf allies

President Donald Trump says he is holding off on a military strike on Iran planned for Tuesday because "serious negotiations" are underway.

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May 18, 2026

As Blakeman seeks statewide visibility, LIRR strike presents opportunity

The Nassau County executive trails Gov. Kathy Hochul by 16 percentage points in the latest Siena College poll.

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May 18, 2026

Luigi Mangione murder trial: Judge to allow gun, alleged diary confession as evidence

The ruling marked a significant blow to the defense of Mangione, accused in the 2024 shooting death of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

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May 18, 2026

Mobile sports gambling operators DraftKings, FanDuel place their bets in NYS races

New York Future is funded by DraftKings and FanDuel, which seeded the group with $2.5 million.

Newsday

May 18, 2026

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May 17, 2026

Poor air quality could aggravate health issues for vulnerable Long Island residents

The Air Quality Index, which measures the level of five pollutants, hit 105 in the metro area, including Nassau and Suffolk counties.

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May 17, 2026

10 random weekend shootings leave 4 injured in Austin, Texas, mayor says

The mayor of Austin, Texas, says suspects are being sought in at least 10 random weekend shootings in Austin, Texas, including at fire stati...

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May 17, 2026

Map: How to navigate your Long Island-NYC commute during LIRR strike

Find route information, shuttle bus and NICE bus pickup and drop-off locations and hours of operation as you find alternative transportation...

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May 17, 2026

LIRR strike could strand disabled Long Islanders, advocates say

The problem could be especially pronounced Sunday, since the MTA's accessible shuttle buses will only run on weekdays.

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May 17, 2026

Long Island Museum, of Stony Brook, seeks Three Village voters' approval for $500,000 tax

The tax to fund the Long Island Museum in Stony Brook will cost about $34 annually, officials said.

Newsday

May 17, 2026

Jeffries vows to fight back as GOP pushes on redistricting

Republicans are looking stronger after the Supreme Court ruled Louisiana's election map to be "an unconstitutional racial gerrymander."

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May 17, 2026

Christian Evans, of Mastic, charged with assault, weapon possession charges following Farmingville stabbing

Christian Evans, 24, became involved in a dispute with another man inside Mooney Pond Deli in Farmingville, Suffolk County police said.

Newsday

May 17, 2026

Coveted Swatch timepiece brought throngs, and police, to Roosevelt Field Mall Saturday

The Swatch store at the Roosevelt Field Mall temporarily closed on Saturday after crowds converged on the outlet to purchase the timepiece....

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May 17, 2026

Bellport woman found unresponsive at Yaphank gas station is a possible homicide, police say

Juliann Bachmann, 30, was found unresponsive in a vehicle in what authorities are investigating as a possible homicide, Suffolk police said.

Newsday

May 17, 2026

LIRR strike: What happened between MTA, union negotiators, before deal fell apart

To the unions, it was an 11th-hour offer involving "an enormous contribution" for new hires.

Newsday

May 16, 2026

LIRR strike forces LI colleges to shift plans for final exams, graduation

With commencement ceremonies scheduled for as soon as Sunday, those who rely on train transport may have to make alternate travel plans.

Newsday

May 16, 2026

Long Island traffic crawled on first day of LIRR strike. Just wait til Monday, experts say.

Experts said it can't all be pinned on halted service, predicted it would be a precursor to a tortuous drive Monday.

Newsday

May 16, 2026

LIRR strike: Uber, Lyft and sticker shock

"That's just way too much," said one Long Islander who had just returned to JFK from a London vacation.

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May 16, 2026

LIRR strike: Riding the last train to Huntington

Weary passengers (mostly) found their way home on a chaotic day of commuting.

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May 16, 2026

Homeowner injured in explosion of pool chemicals at his Oceanside home, Nassau fire officials say

A 59-year-old man suffered face and eye injuries when pool chemicals he was mixing exploded at his Oceanside home on Friday night, Nassau fi...

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May 16, 2026

Brass bands in Beijing make way for sticker shock at home as Trump returns to escalating inflation

President Donald Trump has returned from his state visit to China to face a challenging U.S. economy.

Newsday

May 16, 2026

Israel says it killed the leader of Hamas' military wing, one of the architects of Oct. 7 attacks

Israel says it has killed the leader of Hamas' military wing, Izz al-Din al-Haddad, in a strike in Gaza City.

Newsday

May 16, 2026

Garbarino runs against his party with animal treatment stance

The Bayport congressman was one of just three Republicans to vote against the Farm Bill that passed last month.

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May 16, 2026

Locust Valley coaches saved student who collapsed

The coaches were recognized this spring with Lifesaving Awards from the American Red Cross.

Newsday

May 16, 2026

Spain's Eurovision boycott over Israeli participation leaves contest fans torn

Spain is boycotting this year's edition of the Eurovision Song Contest, after repeatedly expressing disapproval over Israel's participation.

Newsday

May 15, 2026

What to know about the mistrial in Harvey Weinstein's rape retrial

A New York has declared a mistrial in Harvey Weinstein's rape case from the #MeToo-era that has gone to trial three times so far after a jur...

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May 15, 2026

How to get there if the LIRR shuts down at 12:01 Saturday

About 270,000 daily riders will be scrambling for transportation alternatives if a strike happens.

Newsday

May 15, 2026

Hochul largely keeps her distance, as pressure builds for LIRR resolution

The governor has urged the two sides to find some "middle ground."

Newsday

May 15, 2026

Hochul signs bills to give NYS more control over vaccine access

The changes mean the state is no longer legally tied to recommendations from the Trump administration.

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May 15, 2026

Pentagon halts deployments to Poland and Germany to cut troop numbers in Europe, AP sources say

The Pentagon is drawing down thousands of troops in Europe by stopping units from deploying to Poland and Germany as opposed to yanking thos...

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May 15, 2026

Iraqi national accused of plotting at least 18 terror attacks in Europe is arrested

An Iraqi national accused of plotting at least 18 terror attacks in Europe in retaliation for the U.S. war in Iran, including firebombing a...

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May 15, 2026

Tianah K. Allen, employee at Hempstead assisted living facility, charged with forging prescriptions for painkillers

Tianah K. Allen, 34, of Brooklyn, pleaded not guilty to attempted criminal possession of a controlled substance, forgery and other charges.

Newsday

May 15, 2026

Jurors struggle to decide Harvey Weinstein's rape retrial

The jury in Harvey Weinstein's rape retrial says it's at loggerheads, but a judge has told the panel to keep trying for a verdict.

Newsday

May 15, 2026

Democrat Rep. Steve Cohen ending campaign after redraw of his Memphis district

Democratic Rep. Steve Cohen of Tennessee is ending his bid for reelection.

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May 15, 2026

It's tick season: Here's what you need to know about spraying to control them

Learn how to manage tick populations in Long Island yards using professional pest control, DIY methods, and natural or synthetic sprays.

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May 15, 2026

LIRR riders brace for chaos, mull options as strike deadline approaches

Those who depend on the Long Island Rail Road are mulling how to navigate life without it.

Newsday

May 15, 2026

Mothers, clinics scramble as temporary closure of NUMC's maternity wing continues, providers say

At least one provider is ensuring birthing plans are up to date.

Newsday

May 14, 2026

Rep. Chuck Edwards faces House ethics investigation over harassment allegations

The House Ethics Committee is investigating Republican Rep. Chuck Edwards of North Carolina over allegations that he created a hostile work...

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May 14, 2026

Drought warning: Long Island's lack of rain this year leads state to issue the alert

The Island has received 4 inches less rain than normal over the past three months.

Newsday

May 14, 2026

Budget talks continue, with few signs of a breakthrough

The Legislature has passed 12 emergency spending bills since missing the April 1 budget deadline.

Newsday

May 14, 2026

Campaign board to appeal restoration of Blakeman's matching funds

A Democrat-controlled board disqualified the Republican because he didn't file a joint application with his running mate.

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May 14, 2026

US agents arrest tourist after video shows a rock hurled at an endangered Hawaiian monk seal's head

A tourist from Washington state is facing federal charges after a witness recorded what prosecutors say was a video of him hurling a coconut...

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May 14, 2026

Two lanes of westbound LIE closed for 24 hours at exit 49 after car falls into sinkhole

Police said the lanes were closed after a car was partially in a sinkhole near Exit 49 for Route 110.

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May 14, 2026

Carlos Corte, of Patchogue, charged with kidnapping 4-year-old girl at a laundromat, ordered held without bail

Carlos Corte, 38, pleaded not guilty to second-degree kidnapping and endangering the welfare of a child at his arraignment on a grand jury i...