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Only in NewsdayWhat to know about Gilgo Beach killings DNA ruling

Newsday answers your questions about the judge's decision to allow the hair and DNA evidence in Rex Heuermann's murder trial.

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MORE ON THIS TOPICJudge allows DNA evidence to be used at Gilgo Beach killings trial

Spokesman: Adams has not been offered Trump administration job14 mins ago1m read

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AG releases footage of fatal shooting ... Suffolk to protect waterfront property ... Back to school on LI Credit: Newsday

AG releases footage of fatal shooting ... Suffolk to protect waterfront property ... Back to school on LI Credit: Newsday

DNA evidence allowed in Gilgo case ... AG releases footage of fatal shooting ... Police kill man who waved BB gun ... Trendy Bites: Ice cream sandwich

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First in NewsdayFerretti faces protest, appointment criticism at first Hempstead meeting17 mins ago2m read

AG releases body-worn video of fatal shooting of a man by Suffolk police in July43 mins ago1m read

COVID-19 vaccine: LI pharmacists await guidance from federal panel, NY health officials5:42 pm2m read

Breaking NewsNassau corrections officers unfairly denied gun permits after retiring from the jail on disability, judge rulesnow4m read

Only in NewsdayMan accused in crash that nearly killed LI police officer considering plea offer36 mins ago2m read

Suffolk sets aside nearly $10M to preserve waterfront industry5:17 pm2m read

Judge reverses Trump administration's cuts of billions of dollars to Harvard University19 mins ago3m read

Police shoot, kill man who waved BB gun that looked like shotgun, cops say2m read

Suozzi, Gillen: NYC's Mamdani shouldn't run as a Democrat5:40 pm2m read

Suffolk hikes up penalties for rogue contractors4:56 pm2m read

Southampton football won't have a varsity team this season3 mins ago2m read

Epstein survivors implore Congress to act as push for disclosure builds5:38 pm4m read

Fans of 'The Office' will love 'The Paper'2m read

State cracks down on alleged illegal shipments of vaping products31 mins ago2m read

Only in NewsdaySuffolk's former top cop backs Mamdani's policing ideas1m read

Fire heavily damages Hempstead home, displaces 4

Luxe coffee shop-meets-lounge opens on LI1m read

Only in NewsdayLI's top 100 football players for 202514m read

Police shoot, kill man who waved BB gun that looked like shotgun, cops say

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Trendy Bites: Trying a unique ice cream sandwich at Ralph's

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School cellphone ban takes effect

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LI Works: What it takes to open and run a cards and collectibles store

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When it comes to pumping your own gas, Huntington remains a holdout. Here's why.

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Three places to visit on the North Fork this September

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Mamdani leads in donations from Long Islanders

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LI communities you've probably never heard of

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Baldwin WWII veteran kept promise to fallen soldier

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Where to find kolaches on LI

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Things to do

Book it to the Long Island Museum for great reads

The Stony Brook book fair museum on Sept. 6 will have rare finds from all genres.

MORE ON THIS TOPICDJ Pauly D, Montauk Seafood Festival and more can't-miss weekend events

Guilty! Decide the verdict in new interactive courtroom theater experience2m read

New things to do in NYC this fall4m read

Pilates trend heats up in LI studios2m read

How well do you know LI's music stars? Take the quiz.

Guide: Fill your fall with festivals

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AG releases footage of fatal shooting ... Suffolk to protect waterfront property ... Back to school on LI Credit: Newsday

AG releases footage of fatal shooting ... Suffolk to protect waterfront property ... Back to school on LI Credit: Newsday

DNA evidence allowed in Gilgo case ... AG releases footage of fatal shooting ... Police kill man who waved BB gun ... Trendy Bites: Ice cream sandwich

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Long Islanders' Favorites

Interested in buying a condo? Here are 5 that recently sold on LI

In a competitive housing market, a condo can be a good steppingstone to a house.

MORE ON THIS TOPICLong Island condo sales, prices so far this year Over 9,300 homes sold so far this year on Long Island. See what buyers got for their money.

Only in NewsdayWhy so many Long Island grads are leaving after college5m read

Westbury day care center closes abruptly1m read

President Donald Trump's impact on Long Island

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

DAN JANISONAn anti-Mamdani pact among pols is problematic

Talks with Trump come as president looks to control Democratic-run cities.

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THE POINTStefanik, Blakeman, even Lawler? GOP's elusive quest for NY governorship5:03 pm4m read

CARTOONSSee Matt Davies' latest cartoon

COMMENTARYTariff chaos reigns and America's economy suffers2m read

Police shoot, kill man who waved BB gun that looked like shotgun, cops say

0:15

Trendy Bites: Trying a unique ice cream sandwich at Ralph's

01:11

School cellphone ban takes effect

01:55

LI Works: What it takes to open and run a cards and collectibles store

03:05

When it comes to pumping your own gas, Huntington remains a holdout. Here's why.

02:00

Three places to visit on the North Fork this September

05:53

Mamdani leads in donations from Long Islanders

01:00

LI communities you've probably never heard of

0:46

Baldwin WWII veteran kept promise to fallen soldier

03:09

Where to find kolaches on LI

01:49

More Long Island

First in NewsdayMiniature railroad in Greenport temporarily suspended

Service on the Greenport Express, the popular miniature railroad attraction, is temporarily suspended over an engine glitch.

MORE ON THIS TOPICGreenport's iconic railroad now chugging along a new route

Rewind to the days of Blockbuster at Bethpage bar pop-up2m read

Only in NewsdayLI affordable housing lotteries: What to know, how to apply13 mins ago3m read

Only in NewsdayLaser strikes on aircraft trending down statewide but rising on LI, data shows2m read

7 Plum Island staff members go to hospital with eye irritation

First in NewsdayInvasive tree-killing fungus found on LI3m read

$1.3 million Miller Place house has outdoor kitchen, bathroom1m read

Nation / World

Trump says U.S. strike targeting Venezuelan gang will cause cartels to think twice

President Donald Trump is justifying the lethal military strike that his administration said was carried out a day earlier against a Venezuelan gang as a necessary effort by the United States to send an unmistakable message to Latin American cartels.

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Florida plans to become first state to eliminate all childhood vaccine mandates13 mins ago3m read

Famed streetcar in Lisbon derails and crashes, killing 15 people39 mins ago2m read

Conservative news network Newsmax files antitrust lawsuit against Fox News1m read

'Ketamine Queen' pleads guilty to selling fatal dose to Matthew Perry3m read

Newsday Live

Newsday Live Author Series: Christie Brinkley

Sports

Steelers' Rodgers has little to say but perhaps much to prove vs. Jets

The Steelers quarterback will be motivated have a turn-back-the-clock, MVP-type of game against the Jets.

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Only in NewsdayRock: No gray area concerning expectations for Giants rookie Carter48 mins ago3m read

Source: Jets' Vera-Tucker out with significant injury5:54 pm2m read

Ryan Helsley's struggles continue as Mets fail to sweep Tigers20 mins ago3m read

Investigations

Only in Newsday1 girl, 23 arrested in 2 states: Inside LI's hidden world of drugs, sex trafficking

The 14-year-old's story drew national attention when she was found on a yacht 25 days after she disappeared. Here's what it reveals about dangers close to home.

MORE ON THIS TOPICThese 23 people were charged with crimes connected to missing LI girl Missing girl: Complete coverage

Dangerous Roads32 killed in crashes in one of LI's deadliest months. Here's the devastating impact.15m read

Only in NewsdayNearly 6,000 LI households could face homelessness if Trump cuts Section 8 funding7m read

Newsday InvestigationState failed to discipline LI doctors for months, years after misconduct

LI's best homemade ice cream

Best LI restaurants on the water

Critics' picks: LI's best seafood restaurants

Critics' picks: Best lobster rolls on LI

High School Sports

Nassau Conference IV football primer

Story lines, games to watch and more in Nassau IV this season.

Share your experiences on LI's dangerous roads

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

Entertainment

Elizabeth Hashagen, Samantha Augeri have left News 121m read

LI theater preview: 12 shows you won't want to miss this fall3m read

Howard Stern postpones his SiriusXM return to Sept. 81m read

'Thursday Murder Club': Great actors, director make this Netflix movie a joy1m read

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