In October, Newsday was given a tour of Amazon's JFK8 fulfillment center in Staten Island. It contains 855,000 square feet on the ground level where about 4,500 full-time employees work, about 200 of them from Long Island.


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Once on the bring of extinction, the osprey is making a comeback on Long Island thanks to the work of wildlife conservation agencies. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'It's a success story'

Five people were evacuated after the driver of a Toyota Camry crashed into the building, Nassau police said. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

5 evacuated after car drives into building

Human remains were found in a car submerged in Mount Sinai Harbor Monday evening. Detectives believe it is the missing piece of a cold case that's more than a decade old. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'We believe this is a missing persons case'

Long Island law enforcement offiicals say they have zero tolerance toward personal fireworks usage but data shows the laws are enforced sparingly. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'Could be scary sometimes'

The leader of a Long Island MS-13 clique was sentenced to 68 years in prison for his role in eight murders.

Alexi Saenz, 30, pleaded guilty for role in 8 murders

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The Melville-based health care network acquired two pediatric offices in Lynbrook and Elmont in June and plans to continue to grow throughout New York.

LI-based health care network adds 2 pediatric offices

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Switzerland's medical products authority has granted the first approval for a malaria medicine designed for small infants.

The first drug to treat infants sick with malaria is approved by Swiss authority

For the first time in almost 20 years, travelers no longer have to take off their shoes during security screenings at certain U.S. airports.

Travelers no longer have to remove their shoes during security screenings at US airports

French President Emmanuel Macron praised his country's ties with Britain on the first day of a state visit.

Macron says France and Britain will 'save Europe' as he starts a state visit to the UK

The family-owned company has 68 employees and expects to hire 10 more within two years.

Packaging company seeks tax breaks for second Hauppauge factory

Mount Sinai — Wantagh will offer medical services, including oncology, cardiology and more.

Mount Sinai to open new ambulatory center in Wantagh

Real estate investors are buying a larger share of U.S. homes as high prices and borrowing costs deter traditional buyers.

Investors snap up growing share of US homes as traditional buyers struggle to afford one

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Monique McCray, a correction officer who also works with The S.T.A.R.T. Resource Center, spoke about some of the challenges facing former inmates looking for employment.

'Either a burden or a tax bracket'

Homeownership feels out of reach for many on Long Island. This widowed father and LIRR worker has a rare chance through a community land trust and a modular home.

Widower, father of 2 wins shot at $275G newly built home on LI

Spring didn't deliver the number of new listings that some in the real estate industry were expecting, according to Newsday business reporter Jonathan LaMantia.

'LI home prices are still increasing'

The factors driving the loss in value of used Teslas include backlash against Tesla CEO Elon Musk.

Prices for used Teslas declining

The Israel-Iran conflict could cause world-wide economic turmoil. What this could mean for Long Islanders? Newsday reporter Brianne Ledda reports. 

Impact of Israel-Iran conflict on LI's economy 

Tariffs against Canada and Mexico, initiated by President Donald Trump, took effect on Tuesday. Newsday business reporter Brianne Ledda explains how this could impact Long Islanders.

'It might cause the cost of goods to increase'

President-elect Donald Trump is looking to make major changes that could impact the U.S. economy. Newsday's business reporter James T. Madore has more. 

What Trump's economic plan could mean for LIers

Barkgata in Farmingdale is the latest canine-friendly spot on the Island offering luxury dog services, from boarding to recreation.

Is this the paw-fect escape for pooches? New dog hotel joins Long Island spots designed to pamper pets

Juan Kelly won a chance to buy a two-story modular house in Uniondale through a housing lottery. On Wednesday, he and his two daughters watched crews begin to assemble their new home. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

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Orbic Electronics, a major manufacturer of components used by Verizon, broke ground on a Hauppauge factory. Orbic expects to eventually bring about a thousand jobs to Long Island. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'We worked very hard to get to this point'

The Long Island location will hold a series of promotions to celebrate the opening.

Sneak peak: Take a look inside Long Island's first Schmackary's

The families have sued property investor Michael O'Sullivan over the past decade. Now, the state attorney general is investigating. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie and Newsday real estate reporter Jonathan LaMantia have the story.

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The Knicks introduced Mike Brown on Tuesday as their new head coach, and his goal is to produce championships. Newsday's Knicks beat writer Steve Popper reports.

Knicks introduce Mike Brown as their new head coach

How fast can Ken eat? NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa learns from, and challenges, compettive eater Eric "Badlands" Booker in this weeks LI works.

LI Works: World of competitive eating with LI's Eric 'Badlands' Booker

The MTA says it's been busting more ghost vehicles than ever. But the numbers show toll evasion in New York City isn't getting much better. Newsday Transportation Reporter Alfonso Castillo reports.

Toll evasion still high despite 'ghost vehicle' crackdown

Kathy Collins, Long Island's first female world boxing champion, speaks to NewsdayTV's Carissa Kellman about her legendary career and the sport's growth years later.

She was LI's first female world boxing champion

Lower gas prices may have caused more people to hit the roads this holiday weekend, according to AAA. Meanwhile, storms over parts of the U.S. could affect travelers heading home later this week. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

LIers navigate holiday weekend traffic

For many people in the Massapequa community, Independence Day means pride. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Celebrating July Fourth on LI

Fans packed inside to watch and celebrate the team making the first overall selection, something that the team lucked into when they won the draft lottery with just 3.5% odds.

Top pick sparks excitement for the future at Islanders draft party

We built our own combination of fresh pasta with sauce at a brand new eatery in Mineola.

Authentic pasta eatery opens in Mineola

Human remains found in car submerged at Cedar Beach 

Visit Three Village Historical Society and Tri-Spy Tours in Setauket to learn about the Culper Spy Ring and the role Long Island played in the Revolutionary War.

Learning about LI's Culper Spy Ring

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