<p>You might recognize these faces from TikTok &mdash; they&#39;re all Long Island natives who have thousands or even millions of followers. They post comedy skits with their families, offer cooking advice or voice their opinions on everything from wearing a hijab to the taste of a bacon, egg and cheese sandwich.</p>

<p>Here&rsquo;s how these&nbsp;content creators use TikTok to build their careers.</p>


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A homeless man allegedly stabbed three people throughout Manhattan on Monday, police say. The man is now in police custody. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

NYC stabbing suspect arrested by cop who hails from LI

Brookville Village Police Chief Kenneth Lack says license plate readers are an essential tool for law enforcement. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports. 

More eyes on the roads

Nassau and Suffolk police on Saturday night shut down illegal street takeovers at a Uniondale parking lot and the Ronkonkoma train station, where more than 40 cars had gathered. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'Crazy to do it in the train parking lot'

Newsday education reporter Dandan Zou talks about how some LI school districts are dealing with the financial strain of sex abuse settlements. 

'The taxpayers need to know what you are doing'

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano got a sneak peek at "Disney on Ice: Let's Dance," which is at UBS Arena through Nov. 17.

'One big Disney dance party'

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Protesters held signs asking the county to "honor our contract."

CSEA members protest over Nassau County health plan

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Predicted rain Wednesday could lessen the threat of brush fires that have plagued the region.

Hochul declares statewide drought watch

"Wayne was involved. He volunteered for anything he could," said his friend Karen Boss, also a year-round Pines resident.

Wayne Heyser, year-round Fire Island Pines resident, dies at 79

Penny's sister, Jacqueline Penny, and childhood friend, Alexandra Fay, told the jury that the defendant had a reputation for honesty, compassion and empathy among his family and friends in West Islip.

First defense witnesses in Daniel Penny trial describe him as compassionate, empathetic

As winter approaches, homebuyers are still short on options to buy, propping up prices.

LI home prices keep rising but at slower pace in October

The budget includes funding for a new "Survivors Park" in Commack dedicated to survivors of breast cancer.

Smithtown approves $134M budget for 2025

The federal agency said the impact of the August storms wasn't severe enough to warrant the assistance to households.

FEMA denies individual aid request for Suffolk storm victims

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A Newsday investigation shows that about 70% of tickets issued by Suffolk County for school bus camera violations in 2023 took place on roads that students don't cross. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'Ridiculous tickets that are illogical'

Charges again North Merrick's James Luca were upgraded after he allegedly tried to blow up the Nassau Department of Social Services building using a propane tank. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'Allegedly placed several propane tanks ... at the doors of the DSS building'

Trisko II was introduced as Suffolk County Police's newest dog to patrol Long Island McArthur Airport. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'Trisko's gonna keep us safe'

Brush fires have continued to break out across Long Island. Crews from multiple agencies fought at least two in Medford on Tusday. 

'The threats are too great' 

Jonathan Quiles, a 20-year-old volunteer with the Medford Fire Department, is accused of intentionally setting two fires on Tuesday. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports. 

'This arrest will serve as a warning'

Rockville Centre police Det. John Murphy is charged with a hate crime after authorities said he harassed a cellular service worker, using a racial slur. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'No place for hate in this county'

Fifty years after Ronald DeFeo murdered his family in 1974 in their Amityville home, inspiring a series of books and movies, the "Amityville Horror" house still attracts sightseers and still resonates. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'Mythology about this house'

Long Islanders marked Veterans Day by taking part in traditional ceremonies and acts of service. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'This is what saved this country, the veterans'

Numerous brush fires have ignited on Long Island due to the dry conditions that have developed over the past two months. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports. 

'The last time we had any substantial amount of rain was way back in September'

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

'Such an important part of Long Island'

The first-ever flight simulator serves as the centerpiece of the new museum. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'This was one of the actual rooms that was used for training'

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