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Executive Director Marc Alessi speaks on plans to preserve Nikola Tesla's legacy after a fire destroyed the historic lab.

'Such an important part of Long Island'

A jury found the Bay Shore Union Free School District liable for failing to investigate sex abuse allegations against former teacher Thomas Bernagozzi. 

Jury unanimously agreed the district was 100% liable 

The Bay Shore Union Free School District was found liable for ignoring sexual abuse allegations against former teacher Thomas Bernagozzi. 

Largest award to a Long Island student under the Child Victims Act 

Trooper Thomas Mascia was released from Nassau University Medical Center after being wounded in a shooting on the Southern State Parkway Wednesday night.

Trooper released from hospital, search for suspect continues

The loss of Kenia Nunez's husband inspired her and one of the couple's daughters, Natalia Suaza, to run Sunday's New York City Marathon.

'It's an incredible experience' 

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No one knows how Tuesday's presidential election will turn out, but the Federal Reserve's move two days later is much easier to predict: With inflation continuing to cool, the Fed is set to cut interest rates for a second time this year.

Federal Reserve is set to cut rates again while facing a hazy post-election outlook

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Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump are zeroing in on Sunbelt states as they embark on one last weekend quest to sway undecided voters in battleground states that will determine the next president.

Harris and Trump focus on Sunbelt states during final weekend push for votes

Restaurant chain TGI Fridays says it has filed for bankruptcy protection as it looks for ways to "ensure the long-term viability" of the casual dining brand.

TGI Fridays files for bankruptcy protection as sit-down restaurant struggles continue

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee has approved a revised plan for a massive proposed wind farm after he rejected a slimmed-down version earlier this year.

Washington governor OKs massive new wind farm and urges swift turbine approvals

Warren Buffett is now sitting on more than $325 billion cash after continuing to unload billions of dollars worth of Apple and Bank of America shares this year and continuing to collect a steady stream of profits from all of Berkshire Hathaway's assorted businesses without finding any major acquisitions.

Warren Buffett is sitting on over $325 billion cash as Berkshire Hathaway keeps selling Apple stock

Both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris have campaigned in the Rust Belt city of Erie, Pennsylvania.

Listen to business owners and voters in Erie, Pennsylvania. They could help decide the White House.

Japan is planning an automated cargo transport corridor between Tokyo and Osaka to make up for a shortage of truck drivers.

Japan plans automated cargo transport system to relieve shortage of drivers and cut emissions

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About 200 residents are trying to save their homes amid the possibility of the Harborside retirement facility closing due to bankruptcy. 

Harborside retirement community residents could be without a home 

The median home sale price on Long Island — excluding the East End — rose to $700,000 for the first time among deals that closed during the July to September period, Newsday real estate reporter Jonathan LaMantia reports.

Record high median home price on Long Island 

Home prices on Long Island may have reached their peak in 2024. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa discusses with business reporter Jonathan LaMantia.

September median home prices show a slight dip 

Median prices in Great Neck, Amityville and Franklin Square all increased at least 17% in the first half of 2024. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie and Newsday business reporter Jonathan LaMantia have the story.

'Prices are crazy'

According to a report by state Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, pretax profits of securities firms in New York City rose nearly 80% in the first half of this year compared with the same period in 2023.

Wall Street profits climb 80% in the first half of 2024 

Getting a head start on holiday shopping? RetailMeNot's Stephanie Carls talks about what Amazon has to offer on Oct. 8 and 9.

How to get the best deals on Prime Big Deal Days

Dockworkers began walking picket lines early Tuesday, at ports from Maine to Texas, including New York, in a strike over wages and automation that could reignite inflation and cause shortages of goods if it goes on more than a few weeks.

Dockworkers strike could reignite inflation and cause shortages of goods

The number of furniture retailers on Long Island are on the decline, particularly mom-and-pop shops, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

LI furniture stores feeling the pinch

Amazon is set to go from two to nine warehouses on Long Island in response to online shopping, Newsday's James T. Madore reports.

Amazon opens more LI warehouses to meet increase sales

Kmart in Bridgehampton, the discount retailer's last full-size Kmart in the U.S., will close its doors next month after 25 years in operation.  

Kmart in Bridgehampton to close next month

The median single-family home in Nassau sold for $835,000 last month, while the Suffolk median rose to $680,000.

Home prices on Long Island are continuing to climb

The Federal Reserve has cut interest rates for the first time in more than four years. Newsday's business reporter Jonathan LaMantia explains how this will affect Long Islanders. 

What Fed's decision to cut interest rates means for LIers 

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