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Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding NYS Trooper Thomas Mascia's shooting last week on the Southern State Parkway. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'There's a lot of emotion right now'

State Trooper Thomas Mascia has been suspended without pay amid an investigation into the circumstances of how he was shot on the Southern State Parkway last week. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Trooper involved in shooting suspended without pay

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' 

Robert Besedin Sr., a Baldwin Air Force veteran who claims Nassau cops assaulted him at his home in 2017, was awarded more than $2.3 million by a jury in Brooklyn Wednesday. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'The police did not tell the truth'

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If Trump's lead holds, he could be the first Republican presidential candidate to win Nassau County since 1988.

LI came out strong for Trump over Harris, unofficial tally shows

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Aaron Cooper pleaded guilty to second-degree manslaughter for the death of Pablo Rivera, 22, as well as charges of drunken driving and criminal impersonation in the second degree.

Ex-NYPD officer pleads guilty to causing fatal crash

Federal officials said the man intended to join ISIS in Syria.

LI man provided support to terrorist organization, federal prosecutors say

The lawyer for the Port Washington facility says it will not close Dec. 31.

Bidders vie for The Harborside retirement community

Just Salad was the fourth-fastest growing chain in the nation last year, according to Technomic, a restaurant and retail industry research firm.

Just Salad opens new eatery in Port Washington

The investigation into Thomas Mascia's conduct is "far from over" as investigators continue to piece together what happened, an official said.

NYS trooper under criminal investigation as shooting on LI 'did not occur the way it was reported,' police say

In other state legislative races, GOP incumbent Jack Martins in Nassau's 7th State Senate District beat Democrat Kim Keiserman.

Bynoe beats Montefinise for 6th State Senate district seat

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Freeport residents on Monday celebrated Gov. Hochul's veto of a bill which would have allowed Cleveland Avenue Fields to lose its park status and be sold to developers. NewsdayTV's Cecilia Dowd reports.

Park saved: 'It was a very good holiday gift for us'

Nassau County made $64 million in revenue from the red light program in 2022, but not everyone is happy. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports. 

'It's just a tax grab'

A fatal single-car crash occurred Monday night on the parkway in North Massapequa. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Police investigate fatal single-car crash

Community members gathered at a ceremony at Farmingdale High School to rename two streets in honor of Beatrice Ferrari and Gina Pellettiere, who died in a band bus crash last year. 

'Their time with us will never be forgotten'

According to Nassau Police, an 85-year-old man has died after a fire engulfed a Seaford home Monday evening.

Man dies after being pulled from Seaford house fire 

Volunteers at the Cradle of Aviation Museum in Uniondale expect to finish the 10-year restoration by May. 

'It's just an ongoing series of challenges' 

A second water main break in Baldwin since June on Winona Road has left residents concerned about the aging pipes underground.

Two water main breaks in four months a cause for concern?

The Amato family of Bellmore received a service dog on Thursday from the nonprofit Law Enforcement Officers Weekend to help the family whose sons have autism and Fragile X syndrome. 

'Today was a special day' 

The misdemeanor assault case against Kimberly and Gianna Gotti for attacking a woman at a high school basketball game was dismissed on a legal technicality Tuesday. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'Case shouldn't have been brought to begin with'

A new scholarship named in memory of slain NYPD Detective Jonathan Diller will benefit students enrolled at his alma mater, St. Mary's High School. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports. 

'It's a way to pay forward'

Thousands of fans and supporters attended an appearance of India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Nassau Coliseum on Sunday, while scores of demonstrators protested outside. NewsdayTV's Drew Scott reports.

'I think this is a great moment'

After a fire destroyed most of the James E. Donahue VFW Post 347 in Glen Cove, the community and its members came together to help rebuild. 

'The community came out for us' 

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