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Stunning wave of Democratic victories comes to New York

What was essentially a voter referendum on President Donald Trump, the war in Iran, inflation, tariffs and other Republican policies, saw victories by party moderates, as well as democratic socialists.

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Town supervisors ... Judge won't dismiss 'Peaches' case ... Governor's race wrap Credit: Newsday

Town supervisors ... Judge won't dismiss 'Peaches' case ... Governor's race wrap Credit: Newsday

Governor's race wrap ... Forever chemicals near battery storage ... Local weather ... Working Moms: Priority shift

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LiveLive updates: Democrats take control of Congress in wave of upsets

Latest UpdatesGallant won't concede, other LI races still close Election takeaways Blakeman called them 'phony polls'

2026 Long Island Election: Latest results

3 takeaways from a midterm election dominated by economic anxiety

Top Stories

Only in NewsdayLI judge won't dismiss case against man charged with killing woman previously known as 'Peaches'

Lawyers for Andrew Dykes had asked state Supreme Court Justice Tammy Robbins to dismiss the case, arguing that county prosecutors had violated their client's privacy rights and failed to present evidence linking their client to the alleged crime.

Only in NewsdaySuffolk finds high concentration of forever chemical near battery plant

Only in NewsdayNYU Langone, Amazon, Station Yards among 20 projects that could reshape LI. See what's planned near you.

Only in NewsdayA new Long Island is taking shape. Who will it be for?

Only in NewsdayLongtime favorite reopens as French bistro

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Amityville study cites impact of multiunit housing

6 NY colleges with vibrant sports scenes

Only in Newsday'Kind of a Catch-22': Tablets on bench let Isles, Rangers learn on the fly, or dwell on mistakes

AnalysisWill the Jets trade Breece Hall before the trade deadline?

29 LI educators honored as 'school heroes'

High-achieving NYS students now eligible for direct admission to SUNY colleges

Fishermen sue Empire Wind over damage to lobster trap operation

15 LI hospitals among winners of Healthgrades top specialty awards

Only in NewsdayLI waters once teemed with oysters. A hatchery is trying new ways to restore the shellfish.

Newsday InvestigatesIslip Town Supervisor has yet to crackdown on spas with illicit sex allegations

Suffolk landscaper dies after he's electrocuted

First-time NYC Marathon runner, 24, dies of rare condition during race

Out East: Lettuce visit Deep Roots Farm in Southold

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Picture This: When Kings Park had a psychiatric hospital

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Cost of living keeps Gen Z at home with parents

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LI Works: Giving wigs to those in need

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New voting machines at Long Island polling places

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Working Moms: Negotiating a return to work

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Breast cancer survivor helps others take charge of their recovery

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Anti-South Asian rhetoric surging on some social media platforms, report says

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Liberty seeks water rate hikes of $21-$28 a month for some Nassau customers

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Trendy Bites: An apple pie ... pizza?

Things to do

Early Black Friday deals: 50% off top LI hotels, Gurney's and more

Discover Long Island hotel deals with up to 50% savings for stays through 2027, including Montauk and Greenport boutique properties.

MORE ON THIS TOPICPosh pups: 3 ultra-lux dog-friendly hotels on LI Join the herd on a cozy (and fluffy) NYS alpaca farm getaway Spend the night on a historic LI farm with a bakery

Try the nation's hottest workout trends at LI Pilates expo

Enjoy the delights of a cruise to nowhere with a LI ferry ride

Favorites and new: LI's must-see holiday light displays

Adventureland will open 2 new rides in 2027

This LI hotel booking hack will save you almost half

New 'Polar Express' holiday pop-up opening on LI, plus Dolly Parton Christmas-themed room

From clicks to community: LIers are turning to online social groups for friendship

LI teacher makes math fun, with help from video game monsters

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Town supervisors ... Judge won't dismiss 'Peaches' case ... Governor's race wrap Credit: Newsday

Town supervisors ... Judge won't dismiss 'Peaches' case ... Governor's race wrap Credit: Newsday

Governor's race wrap ... Forever chemicals near battery storage ... Local weather ... Working Moms: Priority shift

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Only in Newsday9 menu items on LI you need to order this fall

Our food critics share the best dishes they've ordered so far this fall on Long Island.

MORE ON THIS TOPICLI's best new restaurants of 2026 UBS Arena eats: Top dining spots for before or after an event 8 must-try sweet treats for fall

Only in NewsdaySources: Gilgo Beach serial killer's daughter excused from serving as juror in criminal case

Only in NewsdayThis hamlet has old timey vibes and modern housing developments

Social media influencer helps LI bride with terminal cancer get dream wedding

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

ENDORSEMENTSAll of Newsday Opinion's 2026 election endorsements

Find out the candidates the editorial board chose and why.

GUEST ESSAYSReset the experience of childhood

LETTERSSenior housing, fair compensation, Atlantic menhaden, South Asian Americans

EDITORIALSElection to usher in a new phase

Out East: Lettuce visit Deep Roots Farm in Southold

02:27

Picture This: When Kings Park had a psychiatric hospital

02:38

Cost of living keeps Gen Z at home with parents

0:56

LI Works: Giving wigs to those in need

02:30

New voting machines at Long Island polling places

02:04

Working Moms: Negotiating a return to work

02:09

Breast cancer survivor helps others take charge of their recovery

02:40

Anti-South Asian rhetoric surging on some social media platforms, report says

02:08

Liberty seeks water rate hikes of $21-$28 a month for some Nassau customers

01:48

Trendy Bites: An apple pie ... pizza?

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Increased crash risk for LI drivers comes with standard time's return

Four years of crash data shows that collisions increased 58% in the 5 to 6 p.m. hour across Long Island following the end of daylight savings.

Motorcyclist killed in head-on crash on LI

First in NewsdayBroadridge moves its HQ from LI to Manhattan

LI driver gets up to 15 years in DWI crash that killed social worker

4 displaced in fire at LI doctor's office, attached apartments

State water grants include millions to replace lead pipes in 2 Nassau villages

Nation / World

US will halt $4B in aid to Israel as the Mideast ally shifts to buying military hardware

President Donald Trump says the U.S. will stop providing $4 billion in aid each year to Israel in 2027 but will keep selling arms to its closest Middle East ally.

Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump plan to deport detained Afghans to Afghanistan

Man charged with mailing hundreds of letters containing powder to officials ahead of the election

Australia argues in court that social media ban is needed to protect children's brains

Escaped Tennessee inmate caught after 10 days on the run when his truck gets stuck in the mud

Newsday Live

Newsday Live: A chat with Joan Lunden

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

Sports

Barnes: Why the Giants need to trade for Jonathan Taylor

What they have is fine, but going after someone like Taylor shows they're serious about chasing the division title and the playoffs.

Knicks learning why it's so hard to repeat as NBA champions

Pitino, St. John's land commitment from top HS recruit Malachi Jordan

Goalie Garand helps Rangers end 4-game skid: 'A huge, huge win for us'

Investigations

Newsday InvestigatesIslip Town Supervisor has yet to crackdown on spas with illicit sex allegations

Authorities across Long Island have cracked down on the booming illegal sex trade at foot spas, Islip Town officials have raided only three foot spas – two of them shortly after reporters began asking questions.

MORE ON THIS TOPICWhy hasn't this Long Island town done more to crack down on sex spas?5 takeaways from Newsday's investigation into Islip sex spas Sex Next Door: Complete coverage

Sex Next Door5 takeaways from Newsday's investigation into Islip sex spas

Sex Next DoorWhy hasn't this Long Island town done more to crack down on sex spas?

Newsday InvestigatesFire commissioner at center of alleged cover-up lawsuit does not live in district

New bakery-cafe opens on LI

4 Halloween freebies, deals at LI eateries today

LI singing dining experience moving to new eatery

Burger chain opens next to local joint, sparking residential debate

High School Sports

Coen's goal in OT gives Locust Valley its first LI championship in boys soccer

The Falcons (15-2) will face Section I's Rye at 5:30 p.m. Saturday at Jericho High School in the Southeast Regional final.

MORE ON THIS TOPICPhotos: Glenn vs. Locust Valley in the Long Island Class A boys soccer final

School enrollment down across Long Island

See changes in enrollment by district.

Entertainment

Familiar faces rejoin 'The Book of Mormon' on Broadway: Nikki M. James and Rory O'Malley

Donny Osmond to perform on LI for 1st time in over 10 years

Ken Burns wins a $250,000 prize for bringing American history to life

Journey music is 'in my DNA': Fans prep for final Coliseum show

'Dancing With the Stars' headed to UBS Arena

Remembering U2's Long Island concerts

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