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Dangerous Roads

Thursday, March 27

Only in Newsday2,100 killed, 16,000 seriously injured in LI crashes over a decade. What can be done?

Long Island lost at least 5,800 years of life to fatal crashes in 2023. Newsday examines our dangerous roads in a yearlong investigative series.

Dangerous RoadsLI rep asks for road safety investigation after Newsday report

Dangerous RoadsSee the most dangerous roads in your neighborhood

Dangerous RoadsGrief-stricken mom: 'I chose to live, but it's with immense pain.'1m read

Dangerous RoadsA drunken driver killed their dad in a diner parking lot. They want harsher penalties.1m read

Dangerous Roads'We had a good life,' widow of crash victim says. 'I have to sell the house now.'1m read

Dangerous RoadsFamily 'not as close as we used to be' after 24-year-old killed by drunken driver, mom says1m read

Top Stories

Only in NewsdayAlleged Gilgo Beach serial killer, estranged wife reach divorce agreement

The divorce paperwork, signed by both Rex Heuermann and Asa Ellerup, was filed in Suffolk County Supreme Court Thursday evening.

48 mins ago1m read

MORE ON THIS TOPICGilgo Beach killings investigation complete coverage

Federal cuts causing chaos among LI health care nonprofits, leaders say 28 mins ago3m read

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On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," two Long Island schools win state basketball titles and 1980s All-Decade Team member Matt Brust joins the show to talk LI hoops history. Credit: Newsday/Mario Gonzalez

SARRA SOUNDS OFF: Two state girls hoops titles, and Matt Brust joins the show On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," two Long Island schools win state basketball titles and 1980s All-Decade Team member Matt Brust joins the show to talk LI hoops history.

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Suit: Brentwood's new Spartans mascot is 'racially problematic,' discriminatory3m read

Only in NewsdayLI diner closing after 61 years44 mins ago1m read

New 25% auto tariffs unnerve car dealers, customers on LI44 mins ago3m read

Judge: Accused killer of UnitedHealthcare CEO can use laptop38 mins ago1m read

$300 million in federal cuts to affect LI health departments1m read

Yankees hold on to beat Brewers on Opening Day6:49 pm3m read

Soto strikes out in big spot to end Mets' Opening Day loss to Astros55 mins ago1m read

$160M OK'd for bus service between LaGuardia Airport, trains24 mins ago1m read

Building at Adelphi evacuated after acid spill6:29 pm1m read

Marine Corps cadet awarded scholarship18 mins ago2m read

Only in NewsdayMan charged in LI missing girl case arraigned on new indictment20 mins ago2m read

Bill banning 'forever chemicals' in menstrual products passed by NYS Legislature5:52 pm2m read

LI comedian Joe Gatto, former 'Impractical Joker,' cancels tour, checks into rehab2m read

First in NewsdayHow $10M in new state funds could boost LI housing construction2m read

Only in NewsdayIn first for Long Island, patient gets heart, kidney and liver transplant at Manhasset hospital27 mins ago3m read

NY county clerk blocks Texas filing against doc in abortion meds case2m read

5 cars vandalized on Melville streets1m read

Rising water rates stoke feud between two North Hempstead villages2m read

President Donald Trump's first 100 days: Latest updates

Latest UpdatesMaine school officials won't comply with Trump administration agreement to bar transgender athletes Musk announces $1 million for Wisconsin voter in Supreme Court race. Opposition calls it 'corrupt'Department of Health and Human Services will cut 10,000 jobs as part of a major restructuring plan

Newsday investigates years of death, injury and heartbreak

04:27

Pat-Med baseball star Jayden Stroman's unusual journey

01:33

A $1,000 question: 'Will you be my bridesmaid?'

01:27

New food lineup for 2025 Mets season

01:46

'Fitness Fix: Beast Martial Arts

01:31

LI Works: Ken makes candles at Tall Wicks Candle Company

01:46

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman has heated exchange with 2 Democrats

0:41

Easter Bunny sighting: Tanger Outlets Deer Park

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Surprise celebrity appearance at West Babylon record store

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Ms. Rachel impersonator brings YouTube star to life on LI

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Things to do

She's not Ms. Rachel, but don't tell the kids

How impersonators are bringing the YouTube sensation to life on Long Island for kids at play places and parties.

LI mansion to host food festival featuring live music1m read

LI (still) loves prime rib: Where to find it4m read

A $1,000 question: 'Will you be my bridesmaid?'

How to get free tickets to popular NYC shows6m read

Smorgasburg and other food festivals worth a trip to NYC3m read

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On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," two Long Island schools win state basketball titles and 1980s All-Decade Team member Matt Brust joins the show to talk LI hoops history. Credit: Newsday/Mario Gonzalez

SARRA SOUNDS OFF: Two state girls hoops titles, and Matt Brust joins the show On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," two Long Island schools win state basketball titles and 1980s All-Decade Team member Matt Brust joins the show to talk LI hoops history.

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Long Islanders' Favorites

3 houses that sold for $450,000 or less last month in Suffolk

Here's what buyers paid, what they got and how they compare to the median selling price in Suffolk.

MORE ON THIS TOPICSuffolk home prices match record high as listings fall What did buyers pay for houses in your neighborhood so far this year?3-bed homes sold for $200,000 more than 2-beds last month, data shows

$1,100 for a kid's birthday party? What 5 LI families paid

First in NewsdayNY expands opportunities to get REAL ID licenses as May 7 deadline nears3m read

Are apartments too pricey for you in LI's hotspots? Try these alternatives.

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

EDITORIALSProbe Signal chat fiasco

Use of unsecured app for top-level texting demands answers.

19 mins ago2m read

CATHY YOUNGWarnings about RFK Jr. are coming true28 mins ago2m read

THE POINTLI pre-K: Millions unspent as parents seek slots5:18 pm3m read

COMMENTARYWhat Colin Powell would say about the Pentagon DEI purge4m read

Newsday investigates years of death, injury and heartbreak

04:27

Pat-Med baseball star Jayden Stroman's unusual journey

01:33

A $1,000 question: 'Will you be my bridesmaid?'

01:27

New food lineup for 2025 Mets season

01:46

'Fitness Fix: Beast Martial Arts

01:31

LI Works: Ken makes candles at Tall Wicks Candle Company

01:46

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman has heated exchange with 2 Democrats

0:41

Easter Bunny sighting: Tanger Outlets Deer Park

01:23

Surprise celebrity appearance at West Babylon record store

0:15

Ms. Rachel impersonator brings YouTube star to life on LI

01:52

More Long Island

Trendy LI restaurant closing after this weekend

A restaurant in one of LI's busiest villages is getting an Italian makeover.

MORE ON THIS TOPICBiggest LI restaurant closings of the year so far

1970s teen idol Bobby Sherman diagnosed with stage 4 cancer1m read

Police: Man's body found in Hempstead Bay

Federal judge orders HUD to restore DOGE cuts to fair housing nonprofits, including LI watchdog2m read

Fire damages Nissequogue home; occupants, dogs unhurt

Weekend temperatures to reach the 70s on LI

FAA: At least 164 incidents of lasers pointed at airplanes reported on LI in 202432 mins ago2m read

Nation / World

Judge orders government to preserve Signal messages about Houthi military strike

A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to preserve records of a text message chat in which senior national security officials discussed sensitive details of plans for a U.S. military strike against Yemen's Houthis.

Man accused of setting fire to Tesla vehicles in Las Vegas arrested, police say16 mins ago2m read

Trump withdraws Rep. Elise Stefanik's nomination for UN ambassador, citing tight GOP House margin5:20 pm3m read

King Charles III briefly hospitalized for observation following side effects from cancer treatment6:03 pm1m read

Turkish student at Tufts University is latest Palestinian supporter swept up in US crackdown5 mins ago4m read

Newsday Live

Congestion pricing: What you need to know

Sports

Yankees hold on to beat Brewers on Opening Day

Carlos Rodon struck out 7 in 5 1/3 innings to get the win, and Austin Wells hit a leadoff home run for the Yankees.

MORE ON THIS TOPICNewsday's 2025 MLB season preview

Soto strikes out in big spot to end Mets' Opening Day loss to Astros55 mins ago1m read

AnalysisIsles' power-play woes continue43 mins ago2m read

Popper: Injured Knicks try to survive as playoffs near54 mins ago3m read

Investigations

Newsday InvestigationMold, roaches and 'life-threatening' hazards: Why these LI public housing facilities failed inspections

Several residents at local senior housing were afraid to speak out, citing fears they could be evicted.

MORE ON THIS TOPICRockville Centre housing complex wins 32 years of tax breaks Residents fear displacement as town plans to rebuild senior housing complex

Only in NewsdayAt least 46 recently retired LI educators earned over $200,000 in salary and pension

Only in Newsday$3.7M and counting: What the fight over Grumman's park cleanup is costing residents

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

12 standout burgers on LI

LI's best Chinese restaurants

LI's best Italian restaurants

Best brunch restaurants on LI

High School Sports

Only in NewsdayNewsday's top 100 softball players for 2025

Newsday's annual list of the top 100 Long Island high school softball players as the season gets underway.

6:53 pm10m read

Share your experiences on LI's dangerous roads

What do you see traveling on the Island's roads?

Entertainment

WBAB's Roger and JP: After 25 years, what's next?8m read

New Billy Joel doc on HBO will be 'revelation and a surprise'1m read

1970s teen idol Bobby Sherman diagnosed with stage 4 cancer1m read

Hank Azaria now leads Bruce Springsteen tribute band3m read

Would you believe Barbara Feldon, Barbara Eden, more TV stars are over 90?3m read

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