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ICE agents' shooting of a man in NYC provokes fury among city, state officials

Federal immigration officials defended the officers' action and cast blame on the driver, identified as 28-year-old Oscar Belgal, who they said was a criminal in the country illegally.

MORE ON THIS TOPICICE shooting prompts LI Democrats to call for ICE oversight while GOP blames sanctuary laws Immigration and the race for governor Newsday's Immigration coverage

Blakeman, with Trump at Syracuse rally, blasts Hochul over sanctuary state policies day after ICE shooting

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Shot fired at a Suffolk park ... Adelphi University to close upstate site ... Pasta recall due to potential listeria concerns Credit: Newsday

Shot fired at a Suffolk park ... Adelphi University to close upstate site ... Pasta recall due to potential listeria concerns Credit: Newsday

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Only in NewsdayIs Oheka Castle worth $137 million? Why it's 'very difficult to price.'

NYS to opt into controversial school tax credit program

Only in NewsdaySuffolk's top 20 water users pumped 1 billion gallons from aquifer last year

Isaias makes landfall along the US Gulf Coast as a dangerous Category 2 hurricane

A legendary fall getaway: Spend the day in this spooky town

Just 90 minutes from Long Island lies a charming town that's home to one of America's most famous ghost stories.

Construction worker killed in incident near Roosevelt Field mall

Nassau tax preparer convicted of filing bogus returns, faces 50 years in prison

First in NewsdayBroadway Mall plan seeks town OK for less parking, late-night hours

Wallet Watch

Wallet Watch'Work until you drop ... is not a plan': Here's what you need to retire on LI

Financial advisers say Long Islanders need to save millions to retire.

MORE ON THIS TOPICLong Island seniors saved for retirement. Now, they worry the money won't last.See more Wallet Watch coverage Sign up for the Wallet Watch newsletter

Wallet WatchNorth Fork home prices have doubled since 2019. Here's how high they climbed in Q3.

Wallet WatchLong Island seniors saved for retirement. Now, they worry the money won't last.

Track gas prices, LI housing costs and more

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LI man sentenced to 6 years in prison for abusing children in T.J. Maxx

NYS suing Trump administration over unemployment insurance funding cuts

Only in NewsdayAdelphi to close satellite campus

'Snapple House' that belonged to company co-founder going to auction next month

NYS should not delay DNA techniques, key Gilgo figures say

Passenger shot boarding train at LIRR station; shooter takes off

Only in NewsdayGOP nominee for Nassau Legislature was arrested twice for assault, records show

New Greek spot brings Mediterranean flavor to LI village

Learn about the art of guitar making from a master at Stony Brook fest

Police seek suspects after shot fired at Suffolk park

What to expect at this year's Oyster Fest

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A sneak peek of Billy Joel's motorcycles going to auction next month

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2 whales stranded on LI

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LI fire department removes volunteer after Facebook comment about ICE

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LI High School marching band to perform in London New Year’s Parade

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Out East: Seven Ponds Orchard

It's Oktoberfest every day at this Long Beach restaurant

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Chief Stuart Cameron talks new book 'The Long Watch' and Gilgo investigation

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Trendy Bites: Have your frappe with a slice of tiramisu on top

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Coffee cart opens at Melville flower shop

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Things to do

Beyond the scenic drive: 5 NYS fall adventures to take

How to experience upstate New York's vibrant autumn leaves beyond a scenic drive.

MORE ON THIS TOPICExplore a nighttime 'Harry Potter' trail experience close to LI 3 fall foliage boat cruises to take from NYC 3 NYS destinations with fall foliage right now

Only in NewsdayLI's Top 50 best restaurants of 2026

Scary good Halloween events on LI, all month long

This East End hotel booking hack will save you almost half

LI indie bookstores offer everything from novels to novel events

Spend the night on a historic LI farm with a bakery

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Shot fired at a Suffolk park ... Adelphi University to close upstate site ... Pasta recall due to potential listeria concerns Credit: Newsday

Shot fired at a Suffolk park ... Adelphi University to close upstate site ... Pasta recall due to potential listeria concerns Credit: Newsday

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Newsday InvestigatesLI employers stole nearly $4M from their workers last year. Nearly 40% came from home healthcare.

Many workers are struggling to get money they are owed years after state and federal investigations found their employers liable. See which LI home healthcare companies were the worst offenders.

MORE ON THIS TOPICDatabase: Look up LI home healthcare agencies liable for wage theft See more Newsday investigations

Only in NewsdayThe secret to eating at LI's best restaurants for more than 50% off

More than 200 LI schools exceeded NYS limit for lead, report finds

Newsday InvestigatesVolunteer firefighter removed after Facebook comment about ICE

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

ENDORSEMENTSAll of Newsday Opinion's 2026 election endorsements

Find out the candidates the editorial board chose and why.

CARTOONSSee Matt Davies' latest cartoon

GUEST ESSAYSPropel will bring LI the power it needs

LETTERSReducing flooding in Port Jeff, dam-free Nissequogue River

What to expect at this year's Oyster Fest

02:32

A sneak peek of Billy Joel's motorcycles going to auction next month

01:53

2 whales stranded on LI

0:22

LI fire department removes volunteer after Facebook comment about ICE

02:31

LI High School marching band to perform in London New Year’s Parade

02:00

Out East: Seven Ponds Orchard

It's Oktoberfest every day at this Long Beach restaurant

02:20

Chief Stuart Cameron talks new book 'The Long Watch' and Gilgo investigation

01:18

Trendy Bites: Have your frappe with a slice of tiramisu on top

01:19

Coffee cart opens at Melville flower shop

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More Long Island

Only in Newsday7-year-old was left home alone for a day 6 months before she died, filings reveal

The allegation came as prosecutors and attorneys litigate who was ultimately responsible for the child's care and the injuries that caused her death.

MORE ON THIS TOPICState report finds no fault with Suffolk CPS before alleged torture, killing of Jor'Dynn Duncan Jor'Dynn Duncan's mother to sue Suffolk, Bayport-Blue Point school district and others for $250M The death of 7-year-old Jor'Dynn Duncan: Complete coverage

Nassau tax preparer gets 4-year sentence in COVID fraud scheme

Long Island nurse wins prestigious DAISY award

Wallet WatchAffordable senior housing complex opens after receiving 560 lottery applicants

Target opens first store in the Hamptons, taking space Kmart vacated 2 years ago

Only in NewsdayHow Trump's NY rally could help, or hurt, Blakeman

Nation / World

FlyDubai co-pilot intended to crash plane into Tel Aviv airport, UAE prosecutor says

Authorities in the United Arab Emirates say a FlyDubai co-pilot attacked the captain of a flight to Tel Aviv last month intending to crash the plane into Israel's main airport terminal.

Legal path seems narrow to challenge livestream of Fort Hood shooter's execution, experts say

South African-born jurist Navi Pillay wins Nobel Peace Prize for her work in international justice

Panama rocked by 2 powerful earthquakes and multiple aftershocks, prompting evacuations

Climbers scale St. Louis trees during international tree climbing competition

Newsday Live

Newsday Live: A chat with Joan Lunden

Make 'Under': Shedding the Mental Load and Redefining Enough

Sports

Rangers lose goalie Shesterkin to leg injury vs. Capitals

Igor Shesterkin was scrambling to get across his goal crease and appeared to jam his right skate into the goalpost.

Popper: Knicks' decision to shut down contract talks could create issues

Only in NewsdayBarzal's road back: His Isles teammates know the mental vs. physical battle

Stephenson: Rangers laud the Capitals' Alexander Ovechkin

Investigations

Newsday InvestigatesDatabase: Look up LI home healthcare agencies liable for wage theft

State and federal labor investigations found these 66 LI home healthcare agencies owe a total of $11.6 million in back wages to their employees.

Newsday InvestigatesVolunteer firefighter removed after Facebook comment about ICE

Newsday InvestigatesNassau jail officials didn't provide proper medical care, ICE records show

Newsday InvestigatesAs LI hospitals buy up old department stores, taxpayers shoulder heavier burden

LI burger bar rebrands at new location

Roving pizza truck finds a new LI home

Italian eatery closes in Suffolk

La Porta by the Slice opens in LI village

High School Sports

Hewlett football celebrates 100 years with comeback win over Sewanhaka

Preston Cusumano led a drive down the field and Dylan Parchment rushed for a 2-yard touchdown with 1:08 left for Hewlett.

MORE ON THIS TOPICPhotos: Nassau Conference III football — Sewanhaka at Hewlett

School enrollment down across Long Island

See changes in enrollment by district.

Entertainment

Learn about the art of guitar making from a master at Stony Brook fest

Radio legend Pat Pagano gets ready to sign off

Tilles Center is the haunt for 'Ghostbusters in Concert'

1,000 miles from Nashville, country music is thriving on LI. Why?

Feet accomplished: MSG to host 'Dancing With the Stars'

Verdict for legal drama 'Cupertino'? Guilty of being terrific

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