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Rain was on tap Wednesday, as temperatures were forecast to rise tomorrow and continue to inch up over the next week.

Rain today and temps on the rise

Long Island child therapist Renee Hoberman, 37, of Plainview, pleaded guilty to receipt and distribution of child pornography in federal court in Central Islip.

She distributed sexually explicit videos of infants

The U.S. Department of Education is referring its investigation into the New York State mascot ban on Native American imagery to the Department of Justice.

Department of Education referring NYS mascot ban to Department of Justice

Port Washington residents and officials are mounting a campaign to bring Fernando Mejia back after ICE agents took him from the parking lot of the bagel store he manages.

'Makes me sick that a guy like that could just lose everything'

Darryl Joyner, of the Bronx, has been accused of offering the missing Patchogue girl drugs in exchange for seeing her nude, according to court papers. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

Bronx man charged with making inappropriate request to missing girl

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The average American family in 2025 should have $35,218 socked away to cover six months of expenses, one analysis suggests.

For LIers, it's harder to save for rainy days, data shows

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The Food and Drug Administration has approved the world's only twice-a-year shot to prevent HIV.

The world's only twice-a-year shot to prevent HIV could stop transmission -- if people can get it

On a former military base in Galena, Alaska, a school that houses about 200 high school students teaches sustainability among many things.

In rural Alaska, a village turns to solar and biomass energies to cut diesel and save money

Nippon Steel and U.S. Steel say they've finalized their "historic partnership," a year-and-a-half after the Japanese company first proposed its deal to buy the iconic American steelmaker for nearly $15 billion.

Nippon Steel finalizes $15B takeover of US Steel after sealing national security agreement

A listeria food poisoning outbreak that has killed three people and led to one pregnancy loss is linked to newly recalled heat-and-eat chicken fettucine alfredo products sold at Kroger and Walmart stores.

Deadly listeria outbreak linked to chicken alfredo fettucine sold at Kroger and Walmart

The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage eased for the third week in a row, a welcome trend for prospective homebuyers at a time when elevated borrowing costs remain a drag on the housing market.

Average long-term US mortgage rate eases to 6.81%, the third consecutive weekly decline

More and more celebrities are looking to attach their names to your phone.

Yes, more and more celebrities are entering the phone business. Here's why

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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.

'It does not seem real'

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.

'My heart hurts all the time'

NewsdayTV's business reporter, Jonathan LaMantia, looks at a stretch of communities, from Syosset to Shirley, affected by steep rises in real estate prices.

'Significant price appreciation'

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NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa visits The Barn in Merrick to check out the over-the-top lattes.

Coffees topped with s'mores and more

Members of Islip Forward created an app designed to promote transparency around ICE operations in Long Island communities. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Advocacy group launches Long Island ICE tracker app 

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Luis Gonzalo Barrionuevo-Fuertes, 18, of Moriches, who has been charged with DWI, audibly sobbed during his arraignment in East Hampton. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

High school student dies in East Hampton crash that left 6 others injured

Newsday food writer Andi Berlin visits Marvel Frozen Dairy on the Long Beach boardwalk.

Sampling soft serve at family-owned ice cream shop in Long Beach

The "No Kings" protests were part of a national day of action against President Donald Trump and his policies. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'No Kings' protests held across LI

Under a new proposal, Amtrak would run three trains a day to Ronkonkoma, also making stops at Hicksville and Jamaica and connecting all the way down to Washington, D.C. Newsday transportation reporter Alfonso Castillo reports. 

Ronkonkoma to D.C.on one train? Yeah, that's the ticket!

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa visits Tony's Tacos in Garden City to learn how to make Italian tacos.

LI Works: Shelling out tacos with a twist

With the Las Vegas Sands casino project for the Nassau Coliseum dead, observers are waiting for Nassau officials to reveal Plan B for the county-owned site. Newsday politics reporter Candice Ferrette examines the issue.

With casino project dead, what's next for Nassau Coliseum?

Its cleanliness, safety and tranquil vibe put it as the nation's best beach, according to a Florida researcher's new rankings.

Life's a beach on LI!

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