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The U.S. House of Representatives passed President Trump's megabill, which he is expected to sign on Friday. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa takes a look at how it could impact your finances.

House passes Trump's megabill

President Trump's megabill promises to make big changes to taxes and essential programs nationwide. Here's how it could impact Long Islanders. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'Any little bit of relief would be great'

A bill passed by the Senate raises the SALT cap, but provisions in the bill could limit who benefits. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'It's winning by not subtracting'

During her time in Congress, McCarthy became a leading advocate for gun control legislation. Newsday reporter Robert Brodsky has more on her legacy.

Remembering Rep. Carolyn McCarthy

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Here are answers to whether the president can make good on his threat to take over the city if Zohran Mamdani becomes mayor.

Trump threatens to take over NYC if Mamdani becomes mayor. Can he do that?

Of the five Long Island facilities sampled, the department did not complete a full inspection for four on time, the comptroller's office said.

Audit: Lack of prompt inspection by NYS left critical problems unsolved in adult care facilities

The marker remembers the life of Elymus Reeve, an "extraordinary American story" recalled by historians and officials alike.

New historical marker in Mattituck acknowledges slavery's role in Southold

Statewide, 230 grants were awarded this week by the state Office of Victim Services.

NYS adds $100M to funding for crime victims and families

Avi Small had been a key member of Hochul's staff since she became governor in 2021.

Hochul's press secretary resigns amid investigation

More than 20 million meals are expected to be provided under the federally funded program.

State opens summer food program for youth

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It was State Assemb. Zohran Mamdani's night as he declared victory over former Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo, who conceded in the New York City Democratic mayoral primary on Tuesday.

Cuomo: 'Tonight was not our night'

NYS lawmakers pass bill to end anonymous calls to child abuse hotline. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'Concerned about the use of CPS as a weapon'

Nassau Democrats have proposed an ordinance that would add Juneteenth to the county's list of official holidays. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'A slap in the face to those who recognize this holiday'

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'

LI reps have vowed to continue fighting to raise the SALT tax cap. Newsday deputy politics editor David Cruz reports.

'Fight this tooth and nail'

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?

The state budget has new limits making it harder for taxpayers to know what they are paying for. Newsday reporter Michael Gormley has more. 

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Extensive Medicaid cuts proposed in President Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" could significantly affect substance abuse programs on Long Island, advocates say. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

'Some will close, and every one of them will be taking fewer people'

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According to Sara Lopez Garcia's fiancé, she and her mother were detained by ICE on May 21 at their home in Mastic. She is still at the South Louisiana ICE Processing Center waiting for a flight to Colombia. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Suffolk Community College honors student taken by ICE

The Knicks introduced Mike Brown on Tuesday as their new head coach, and his goal is to produce championships. Newsday's Knicks beat writer Steve Popper reports.

Knicks introduce Mike Brown as their new head coach

How fast can Ken eat? NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa learns from, and challenges, compettive eater Eric "Badlands" Booker in this weeks LI works.

LI Works: World of competitive eating with LI's Eric 'Badlands' Booker

Five people were evacuated after the driver of a Toyota Camry crashed into the building, Nassau police said. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

5 evacuated after car drives into building

The MTA says it's been busting more ghost vehicles than ever. But the numbers show toll evasion in New York City isn't getting much better. Newsday Transportation Reporter Alfonso Castillo reports.

Toll evasion still high despite 'ghost vehicle' crackdown

Kathy Collins, Long Island's first female world boxing champion, speaks to NewsdayTV's Carissa Kellman about her legendary career and the sport's growth years later.

She was LI's first female world boxing champion

Lower gas prices may have caused more people to hit the roads this holiday weekend, according to AAA. Meanwhile, storms over parts of the U.S. could affect travelers heading home later this week. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

LIers navigate holiday weekend traffic

For many people in the Massapequa community, Independence Day means pride. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Celebrating July Fourth on LI

Fans packed inside to watch and celebrate the team making the first overall selection, something that the team lucked into when they won the draft lottery with just 3.5% odds.

Top pick sparks excitement for the future at Islanders draft party

We built our own combination of fresh pasta with sauce at a brand new eatery in Mineola.

Authentic pasta eatery opens in Mineola

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