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17 LI elementary, middle schools among U.S. News & World Report's top 50 rankings in NY

Eight Long Island elementary schools and nine middle schools are among the top 50 in their respective categories in New York State, according to the news magazine.

MORE ON THIS TOPICData: See where U.S. News ranked LI elementary and middle schools NY ranks 2nd among states in AP test success, with LI a stronghold U.S. News ranks graduate programs; Hofstra nursing is top LI school on list

Hochul relaunches Manhattan congestion pricing plan with lower $9 toll

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Martial arts instructor in fatal subway chokehold trial testifies ex-LI Marine used wrong technique3m read

Search for LI man suspected in father's killing expands to park, officials say1m read

WFAN has its Yankees radio broadcast replacement for Sterling1m read

CSEA sues Nassau over health insurance swap 2m read

Valley Stream therapist charged with forging documents, stealing from children's agency1m read

Six Flags shuts down Kingda Ka roller coaster, new rides planned1m read

Longtime heavy equipment salesman and family patriarch from East Moriches, dies at 903m read

AARP walking audit aims to make LI roads more pedestrian-safe1m read

NYC radio veteran Lisa G let go by WOR/710 AM2m read

Fire Island residents will pay more taxes in 2025 to boost fund for beach projects

Newsday InvestigationAnalysis: 70% of Suffolk school bus camera tickets issued on streets where kids don't cross

Trump chooses anti-vaccine activist Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as health secretary1m read

Only in NewsdayRise in sexually transmitted infections slows nationwide, but upward trend continues on LI, in state3m read

Crisis center planned for people with mental health, substance disorders 3m read

Town to purchase, preserve historic Wainscott property for $56M3m read

Skip Goldsmith, owned Southold boating business, dies at 853m read

Sotheby's to pay $6.25 million to settle state lawsuit3m read

Western Nassau deemed to be in 'severe drought' status1m read

Gov. Hochul announces new congestion pricing plan at $9

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Meet Angelis Vaca, a local wedding painter on Long Island

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This LI family has millions of social media followers

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70% of Suffolk BusPatrol tickets issued on streets children don’t cross

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Northport's Arcy Drive rehearses 'Oak Tree (Daydream)'

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LI detective accused of hate crime

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Volunteer firefighter arrested for arson in Medford brush fire

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State program helping homeowners lift their homes

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A dessert candle-making class is available on Long Island

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Donald Trump garners 53% of vote on Long Island

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Things to do

Only in NewsdayBlack Santa finds a new home in Wyandanch Plaza this holiday

Celebrate the season at Wyandanch Plaza with free ice-skating, holiday music and a new home for Black Santa.

MORE ON THIS TOPICA daily Christmas festival is coming to Elmont this winter

Only in NewsdayNorth Pole winter dining pop-up experience coming to LI1m read

Schedule of turkey trots, 5k runs4m read

Best restaurants in Great Neck: Critics' picks

Entertainment center opens in former Squire Theater space in Great Neck3m read

Great Wolf Lodge: Florida's first indoor water park is now open4m read

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Long Islanders' Favorites

Here are the people Trump has picked for key positions so far

President-elect Donald Trump is starting to fill key posts in his second administration, putting an emphasis so far on aides and allies who were his strongest backers during the 2024 campaign.

MORE ON THIS TOPICThese New Yorkers might be tapped to join the Trump White House Things to know about Sen. Marco Rubio, Trump's pick for secretary of state

They all left Long Island. Here's what brought them back — and how they did it

When this LIer recommends a book, people listen5m read

Employers say 'Return to office, then please go'1m read

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

CATHY YOUNGTrump's win leaves Ukraine twisting

Nation can't count on continued support as it defends against Russian aggression.

THE POINTSteve Witkoff: Building Mideast ties for Trump4m read

EDITORIALSKeep pushing Valva reforms1m read

COMMENTARYTrump's mass deportation plan has its leaders in place5m read

Gov. Hochul announces new congestion pricing plan at $9

01:53

Meet Angelis Vaca, a local wedding painter on Long Island

01:26

This LI family has millions of social media followers

57:24

70% of Suffolk BusPatrol tickets issued on streets children don’t cross

03:29

Northport's Arcy Drive rehearses 'Oak Tree (Daydream)'

02:53

LI detective accused of hate crime

02:08

Volunteer firefighter arrested for arson in Medford brush fire

02:01

State program helping homeowners lift their homes

01:44

A dessert candle-making class is available on Long Island

0:44

Donald Trump garners 53% of vote on Long Island

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More Long Island

Rockville Centre detective charged with hate crime

Suffolk police said the incident took place in Manorville when the officer harassed a worker and used a racial slur.

MORE ON THIS TOPICMore LI crime news

Port Washington schools chief to resign1m read

LI volunteer firefighter charged with setting brush fire2m read

SUNY enrollments, including most on LI, rise for second straight year3m read

'Iconic' voice of LIRR dies at 801m read

Smithtown gets $21.3 million for downtown sewer project1m read

I Do!: She thought chivalry was dead. But not with him1m read

Nation / World

Middle East latest: Human Rights Watch accuses Israel of war crimes in Gaza Strip

Human Rights Watch says in a new report that Israel has committed war crimes and crimes against humanity in the Gaza Strip, including massive forced displacements that amount to ethnic cleansing.

Trump meets with Argentina's president, the first foreign leader he's met with since election1m read

Typhoon Usagi wreaks more damage and misery in Philippines as yet another storm looms2m read

Giuliani's lawyers seek to withdraw from legal fight over $148M defamation judgment against him1m read

Conviction and 7-year sentence for Alex Murdaugh's banker overturned in appeal of juror's dismissal2m read

Newsday Live

Newsday Live Author Series: Bobby Flay

Sports

Isles rout Canucks in perhaps their most complete game of season

After Vancouver scored the first goal, five different Islanders scored to make it 5-1.

MORE ON THIS TOPICIsles' Horvat is more comfortable returning to Vancouver this year

Rangers beat Sharks, but Chytil's injury a cause for concern2m read

Barker: It's time for Bridges to start proving the Knicks right2m read

WFAN has its Yankees radio broadcast replacement for Sterling1m read

Investigations

Only in NewsdayMore than 100 women found dead outdoors on LI since 1976, investigation finds

The Newsday investigation also found neither Nassau nor Suffolk county police departments staff cold-case units.

MORE ON THIS TOPICAccused LI serial killer faces possibility of new charges as investigators comb for links to more victims Suffolk DA creates cold case unit to review unsolved homicides, death investigations Gilgo Beach killings investigation complete coverage

Newsday InvestigationFatal Stakes: Racehorses at Belmont are dying at higher rates

Only in NewsdayBay Shore schools kept teacher despite sexual abuse allegations spanning decades

Newsday InvestigationLost licenses, fines: NYS penalizes LI real estate agents named in Newsday fair housing probe

Long Island's best pizza of 2024

Fall dining guide: Where to eat on LI this season11m read

Eating at the bar: 5 restaurants to try it on LI4m read

These 5 LI diners have transformed into other restaurants

High School Sports

Martini, Wantagh roll to Nassau IV title game with big win over Cold Spring Harbor

Dylan Martini posted 264 yards of total offense on 15 touches with two rushing touchdowns and a TD reception in the semifinals. Wantagh, which narrowly escaped the Seahawks in the regular-season finale, led by 41 at halftime.

MORE ON THIS TOPICPhotos: Wantagh-CSH in Nassau IV football semis

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Watch nextLI's documentary, explore our immersive map and share your experiences on this threat the region faces.

Entertainment

LI indie rockers Arcy Drive poised for stardom7m read

Mark your calendars: Here's when 'Blue Bloods' airs its final episode

'Day of the Jackal': Edge of your seat thriller2m read

LI teen wins her Knockout Round on 'The Voice'2m read

LI's Maurice DuBois moving from Ch. 2 to co-anchoring 'The CBS Evening News'8m read

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