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While visiting Charleston, Newsday travel writer Scott Vogel learned how to make biscuits with Carrie Morey, owner of Callie's Hot Little Biscuit.

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Nassau officials on Wednesday revealed the identity of Gilgo Beach homicide victim Jane Doe No. 3 and the toddler linked to her via DNA analysis. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports.

Police ID victim 'Peaches' and toddler in connection with 1997 homicide investigation

Nineteen Long Island water districts have found unregulated chemicals in their drinking supply. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

New challenge for Long Island water districts 

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano visits Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park to see the cherry blossoms. 

Where to see cherry blossoms on LI

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano and Alexis Roderick Joel tour the Long Island High School for the Arts, which is udergoing a massive theater renovation.

Alexis Joel talks renovations at LIHSA

The nonprofit is now suing the daughter of its founder, Christopher Arsenault, over the sanctuary's property following a fatal fire. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports. 

Legal battle over Happy Cat Sanctuary property

The pontiff died a day after blessing thousands for Easter in Rome. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

Remembering the life and service of Pope Francis

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa visits three Long Island restaurants to find out where the best wings are.

LI's best chicken wings? We've got the sauce!

President Donald Trump has conveyed his support for the Massapequa school district to keep its tribal name and logo, but it's unclear how the administration will do it. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Residents react to Trump weighing in on Massapequa mascot battle

Groomsmen are facing a growing number of expenses, from bachelor parties to tuxes, similar to the cost of being a bridesmaid.

Groomsmen on Long Island are paying up to $2,000 to be part of the big day

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The Town of Babylon Kite Festival, held at Overlook Beach on Sunday, drew thousands and raised money for scholarships. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'We had a few good runs today'

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Newsday real estate reporter Jonathan LaMantia looks at Long Island home prices, which rose to a $705,000 median sales price (excluding the East End) in the first quarter of 2025. 

'They don't anticipate things changing'

'Let's do what's best for the cats'

Former LI congressman George Santos will be required to enter a federal prison on July 25, 2025. Newsday TV's Andrew Ehinger reports. 

'Polar opposite of what a public servant should be'

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The fire started in one home and spread to another, firefighters said.

Five treated after fire damages two homes in North Babylon

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A city council resolution says FDR Services Corp. has "repeatedly violated federal and state health, safety and labor laws."

NYC Council condemns LI laundry service over employee work conditions

The Trump administration halted marine work on the project off Long Island, saying it needed further review.

Empire Wind pause raises concerns for future of NYS green-energy goals

All lanes remain open on the eastbound side.

Westbound LIE in Islandia closed after crash

The festival, at Overlook Beach, raises money for scholarships.

Families join in fun at Babylon Kite Festival

Volunteer ranks, including firefighters and EMS, stand at about 12,600 — a decline from last year, according to Suffolk County Fire, Rescue and Emergency Services.

Romaine: More volunteer firefighters needed in Suffolk

During the 1960s and '70s, one Long Island entomologist recalled hundreds of cicadas clinging to tree trunks, singing their persistent buzzing mating songs.

After 17 years underground, cicada brood's chorus might be quieter on LI

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Newsday investigative reporter Jim Baumbach looks at the process that school districts must undergo to discipline a teacher or administrator.

'A long process that's very costly'

Nassau officials on Wednesday revealed the identity of Gilgo Beach homicide victim Jane Doe No. 3 and her toddler daughter. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

The Trump administration has stated that beginning on May 5, the Education Department will begin collecting student debt. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'There will be some adverse impact'

Las Vegas Sands has ended its $6 billion proposal to build a casino at Nassau Coliseum. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Coliseum casino bid canceled due to 'market conditions'

The Trump administration ordered an immediate cease to the wind project near the coast of Long Beach, stating the Biden administration rushed the permit process. Newsday reporter Robert Brodsky reports.

'That work has ceased immediately'

Garden City held its 70th annual Easter parade with about 300 classic cars, while some Long Islanders celebrated the holiday with a sunrise service at Jones Beach. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

Easter celebrations around LI

The Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance Center hosted a rally on Sunday where attendees called for an end to the war between Russia and Ukraine. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'Each and every one of us has a mission'

Police said the carbon monoxide leak was caused by an oil burner malfunction in the home's basement. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Police: Carbon monoxide leak caused by oil burner malfunction

Following demonstrations on the Stony Brook University campus last spring, pro-Palestinian protests again took place Thursday, the first of this current school year. NewsdayTV's Drew Scott reports.

SBU demonstrations over war in Gaza resume

Some real estate experts are concerned about the potential effect of the economic outlook on the spring market. Newsday business reporter Jonathan LaMantia has the story.

'We're still seeing pretty steady growth'

A new discovery by researchers at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory shows promise for the possible early treatment and prevention of pancreatic cancer. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

'The discovery is a big deal'

The accused Gilgo Beach killer was in court Tuesday for a hearing to decide whether the DNA technique used on hair samples found near victims can be used at trial. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'I'm here to see the evidence'

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