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Only in NewsdayNYS Dems' plans for redistricting faces time crunch

The push comes as Democratic- and Republican-led legislatures nationwide are redrawing their maps to maximize their chances of controlling Congress.

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Only in NewsdayShinnecock: Concerns over express lane for golf tournament resolved

The issue involved creation of a temporary express lane for the U.S. Open on a section of Sunrise Highway that traverses tribal land.

Only in NewsdayTime runs short for Senate to confirm Hochul nominees

Bill increases NYS tax credit for volunteer firefighters

NYS bill would place moratorium on new data centers

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Thousands of Long Islanders could lose SNAP benefits

Only in NewsdayTakeaways from the state budget: 8 weeks late, Hochul gets her way

'He's not a criminal': Blakeman defends volunteer deputy arrested at JFK Airport

The $268B state budget is in. What's in it for you?

Only in NewsdayGOP leaders' pick to take on Gillen faces primary fight

Only in NewsdayMember of Blakeman's volunteer armed deputy program arrested at JFK Airport for carrying gun, authorities and sources say

Only in NewsdayPSEG power shutoffs for nonpayment jumped 24% in April

Blakeman gains access to matching funds after appeals court win

Three LI animal shelters land $790G in grants

Pushing to rev up local economy, Suffolk legislator proposes nonprofit finance vehicle

Board fights Blakeman's effort to restore matching funds

NYS budget includes utility rebates of up to $200, caps tax on tips

NYS budget plan upgrades pensions, extends climate deadlines

Only in NewsdayHow Blakeman's relentless ambition drove him to run for governor

Suffolk's free tree program honors U.S. milestone and pursuit of healthy environment

Only in NewsdayTrump's $1.776B fund gets bipartisan pushback on LI

'Impact did not disappear': Speakers testify about enslavement's legacy on LI

Blakeman pursues 'Vote Affordable' ballot line in governor race

Nassau tradition honors those who made 'supreme sacrifice'

4 takeaways from the state comptroller Democratic primary debate

Lee Zeldin's EPA moves to roll back standards on toxic chemicals in drinking water

NYCLU's lawsuit pits free speech against religious freedom

Zeldin wants new deadline on refrigeration standards

State lawmakers approve bill limiting cooperation with ICE

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Portugal and Austria defeat Germany for seats on the UN Security Council

Colombian presidential candidate de la Espriella thanks Trump for endorsing his campaign

Republicans won the redistricting battle. Now voters will decide whether they win Congress

Colombia's soccer jersey isn't just about sports. It's become a symbol of political division

Supreme Court allows Alabama to use congressional map favoring Republicans in this year's elections

Exit polls suggest landslide win by South Korea's ruling liberal party in local elections

European Union observers reject Petro's fraud claims, calling Colombia's vote 'transparent'

Bangladesh's foreign minister defeats Cyprus' ambassador to be UN General Assembly president

New York Democrats take first steps toward an aggressive 2028 redistricting plan

Zimbabwe justice minister introduces bill to extend 83-year-old president's term

The Latest: Karen Bass advances to runoff election for Los Angeles mayor

Frederiksen set to start a third term as Danish prime minister thanks to firm position on Greenland

Millions pour into Nevada primary ads. A third of the money is untraceable.

Experts say US targeting of Brazilian gangs is an attempt to sway election there

The Latest: Appeals court rules Trump policy illegally banned transgender troops from military

Pro-Trump candidate takes spotlight in Colombia's presidential race with vow of crime crackdown

Tensions linger between Republicans and White House over the 'anti-weaponization' fund

More Mandelson files released in UK bring bad news for Starmer, but many questions remain unanswered

Colorado elections clerk released from prison after governor commutes sentence

Insecurity disrupts some voting in Ethiopia as ruling party seeks majority

NYS takes crack at lowering auto insurance premiums. Here's what that means for LI.

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Arcade, bowling and giant claw machine at Main Event

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Out East: What's new at the Long Island Game Farm

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LI mom spreads awareness for son's rare disease

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Making ice cream at Coyle's in Islip

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Actor Gary Sinise partners with Wantagh schools on 9/11 education, remembrance

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Trendy Bites: Trying a Jalen Brunson-inspired sandwich

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Rockville Centre's Lavert Henderson-Hobbs a Knicks' season-ticket holder since 1969

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Out East: Bennett Shellfish in Montauk

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Out of this world: NASA comes to LI to prepare for next Moon landing

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