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Dangerous RoadsTracking Long Island's fatal crashes

Newsday is introducing a first-of-its-kind searchable database of fatal crashes on Long Island roads. It begins in 2023 and will be updated daily.

MORE ON THIS TOPIC2,100 killed, 16,000 seriously injured in LI crashes over a decade. What can be done?See the most dangerous roads in your neighborhood Long Island's dangerous roads: Complete coverage

Only in NewsdayCOVID business fraud: Long Islanders used pandemic aid money for lavish lifestyles

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Only in NewsdayThese LIers have been charged with stealing $98 million in COVID funds

How soon will prices rise as a result of Trump’s reciprocal tariffs?4m read

Newsday's top 100 boys lacrosse players for 202522m read

Tidbits are LI's most underrated food44 mins ago5m read

Breaking NewsNYC Mayor Eric Adams running for reelection as an independent7:31 am

Newsday's Long Island All-Decade girls basketball players: The 2010s6m read

Michaels arts and crafts store in Shirley to close7 mins ago1m read

Man shot, killed near Bethpage hotel, police say8 mins ago

Sweeping Trump tariffs draw dismay, calls for talks from countries around the globe8:18 am4m read

Pinball Long Island closes in downtown Patchogue8:35 am2m read

Only in NewsdayNYPD headcount keeps falling2m read

WWII vet who survived infamous LIRR train crash celebrates 100th birthday6:43 am3m read

Liberty Utilities sues Northrop Grumman, Navy to reimburse for cleanup costs1m read

Only in NewsdayWhat's finished and what's left to do in $19B JFK Airport project41 mins ago2m read

LI consumer confidence dropping over last year2m read

Melissa Argueta, award-winning media marketer at Newsday, dies at 517:45 am3m read

Skip the Hamptons: 8 boutique hotels in upstate NY to book28 mins ago6m read

These LI fans are no strangers to 'Stranger Things'4m read

President Donald Trump's first 100 days: Latest updates57 mins ago

Latest UpdatesSweeping Trump tariffs draw dismay, calls for talks from countries around the globe Kennedy remains quiet on 10,000 jobs lost at the nation's top health department Musk could be headed for a Washington exit after turbulent times at Trump's DOGE

Suspect facing new charges in missing teen case

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Fitness Fix: Monster Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

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Easter Bunny sighting: Wyandanch Plaza

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Impact of potential Medicaid cuts on LI

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Officials: Founder of cat sanctuary killed in fire

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LI Works: Ken brews craft iced tea

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40th anniversary of the first Air Jordans

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Newsday investigates years of death, injury and heartbreak

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Eid al-Fitr commemorated in Uniondale

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Pat-Med baseball star Jayden Stroman's unusual journey

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Things to do

Wyandanch's brown Easter Bunny shows kids 'bunnies are all colors'

Buster Bunny will be indoors at Wyandanch Plaza through Easter Sunday.

MORE ON THIS TOPICFind the Easter Bunny at these LI brunches, parades and more

Top LI hiking, walking trails3m read

'Frozen', All Kids Fair and more can't-miss events to fill your weekend49 mins ago

Celebrate Passover with seders and community events2m read

Only in NewsdayTop LI restaurant closes in Long Beach1m read

LI groomsmen spending more thanks to new trends3m read

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MTA updates subway maps ... Latest on Mill Creek Road repairs ... What's up on LI Credit: Newsday

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Gilgo DNA pretrial hearing ... Latest on Mill Creek Road repairs ... New eats at Citi Field ... What's up on LI

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Long Islanders' Favorites

LI police to auction 95 vehicles, including BMW, Mercedes, starting at $500

There will be a mix of vehicles made my Chevy, Hyundai, Jeep, Ford and more available for bidding.

A game that can lead to love: LI bridge players on what makes for enduring card partnerships5m read

Millennials lose out to baby boomers in housing market3m read

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Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

COMMENTARYGovernment contracting is an easy but elusive target

Defense procurement spending fell under Obama and rosein Trump's first term.

LETTERSSuffolk water authority's water quality goals1m read

EDITORIALSTroubling end to Adams case2m read

THE POINTKevin Thomas, former lawmaker, hired as NUMC lobbyist3m read

Suspect facing new charges in missing teen case

01:46

Fitness Fix: Monster Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

01:52

Easter Bunny sighting: Wyandanch Plaza

01:23

Impact of potential Medicaid cuts on LI

02:08

Officials: Founder of cat sanctuary killed in fire

01:53

LI Works: Ken brews craft iced tea

02:21

40th anniversary of the first Air Jordans

02:03

Newsday investigates years of death, injury and heartbreak

04:27

Eid al-Fitr commemorated in Uniondale

01:49

Pat-Med baseball star Jayden Stroman's unusual journey

01:33

More Long Island

High-ranking MS-13 leader arrested on LI, prosecutors say

Joel Vargas-Escobar, also known as "Momia," was indicted in the District of Nevada and charged with a racketeering conspiracy that involved 11 murders.

Woman claims $1M winning lottery ticket1m read

Forensic scientist: DNA techniques used to analyze hair in Gilgo case are 'effective'53 mins ago3m read

Just Salad to add 2 more LI locations after recent Plainview opening1m read

$2.2 million house has 75 feet of private beach on the Sound1m read

Volunteers: Happy Cat Sanctuary rescue efforts will take at least 2 weeks1m read

Joy Mangano lists LI home for $14 million, listing agent says8:17 am1m read

Nation / World

Israeli strikes on Gaza overnight leaves more than 50 Palestinians dead

A fresh wave of Israeli strikes overnight has left more than 50 people dead across the Gaza Strip, hospital officials said.

Rubio tries to reassure wary allies of US commitment to NATO as Trump sends mixed signals2m read

Netanyahu is rocked by a new scandal linking his close advisers to Qatar5m read

Bodega cats make New Yorkers' hearts purr, even if they violate state regulations55 mins ago2m read

Measuring the cost of extending Trump's tax cuts becomes a flashpoint in Congress4m read

Newsday Live

Congestion pricing: What you need to know

Sports

Mets top Marlins in dramatic 11-inning win to take series

The Mets escaped with a series victory and 3-3 record in the first week of the season. They will host the Blue Jays in Friday's home opener.

Rangers win in OT, move back into tie for last wild card3m read

Yanks whiff 16 times in loss to Diamondbacks3m read

Knicks lose another lopsided game to Cleveland3m 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

'Stepping up in all areas of the game'

Anthony Raio, Half Hollow Hills senior lacrosse player, is one of Newsday's Top 100 players for 2025 and spoke about his expectations for his team's success this year. NewsdayTV's Carissa Kellman reports.

MORE ON THIS TOPICNewsday's top 100 boys lacrosse players for 2025

Share your experiences on LI's dangerous roads

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

Entertainment

Remember 1970s pop idol Peter Lemongello? He's playing LI show2m read

Q-and-A: Melissa Etheridge opens up ahead of her LI show3m read

LI contestant knocked off 'The Voice'2m read

LI's Brand New reunites, sets UBS Arena date1m read

Murder, they wrote: Hamptons Whodunit returns1m read

From Amy to Gabby: 13 movies inspired by LI crimes3m read

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

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