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Republican lawmakers in the House have struck a tentative deal on the state and local tax deduction, commonly referred to as SALT. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'I think it's a good thing'

Suffolk County officials advocated in support of stronger laws for those who drive under the influence of drugs.

'Need laws that will allow us to charge all drugged driving'

A bill that would make it illegal to come within 15 feet of first responders performing their duties in Nassau has come under fire from critics who say it would violate the First Amendment. Newsday Nassau County politics reporter Bahar Ostadan has the story.

Step back, or you could be charged with a misdemeanor

In his annual State of the County address, Suffolk County Executive Edward P. Romaine spoke of infrastructure projects and economic headwinds. Newsday politics editor David Cruz reports.

'There is uncertainty ahead'

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The calls for increased funding and legislation to address other concerns come after Newsday's "Broken Practice" investigation.

LI lawmakers: Toughen state doctor discipline system

The tax credit can be applied for travel, lodging and lost wages, according to state budget records.

NY law provides up to $10k for expenses to encourage organ donations

President Donald Trump directed the list to be created and charged federal department heads with identifying federal funds going to the jurisdictions that could be suspended or terminated.

Suffolk, East Hampton on DHS list of 'sanctuary jurisdictions'

Brookhaven officials displayed copies of documents that they said show a Stony Brook nonprofit owns Harbor Road, which was washed out last August and hasn't been repaired.

Brookhaven officials say nonprofit owns storm-damaged road and should move to fix it

Ryan had served as interim CEO for most of 2024. 

NUMC CEO Megan Ryan to step down in July

BusPatrol found no issue with 80,000 tickets written in school districts that didn't sign onto the program, a Hempstead official said.

U-turn: Controversial school bus camera tickets are valid, town vendor determines

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The exchange occurred hours before the legislature failed to pass a bill needed to fund Blakeman's $428 million infrastructure plan.

'Sit down! This is my show!'

As former New York Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo held his first rally as a candidate for New York City mayor in front of cheering supporters, some protesters demonstrated outside. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'We know New York is in crisis'

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman on Monday kicked off his campaign for a second term, promising to lower taxes and crime. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'You ain't seen nothin' yet'

Suffolk County Executive Edward P. Romaine spoke with Newsday about his plans for his second year in office. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Suffolk exec's agenda for second year in office

Researchers at Cold Spring Harbor Lab and families are worried lifesaving research will be jeopardized under the Trump administration's plan to cut $4 billion that research institutions receive from the National Institutes of Health. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'Without this medication, Emma wouldn't be here'

Some parishioners defended the mayor after he spoke at a prayer service in Queens, while protesters in Manhattan called for his ouster. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'Remove Eric Adams!'

NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland and Newsday politics reporter Bahar Ostadan explain the new policy and examine how the partnership between Nassau police and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement will work.

'Remove criminals from our communities who are here illegally'

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman stressed this was a "targeted enforcement" against "illegal migrants who have committed crimes." Protesters and advocates are pushing back. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports.

'This isn't about raids' 

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The state can choose to accept the findings or the matter will be sent to the U.S. Department of Justice, Linda McMahon said.

Supporters, protesters gather outside Massapequa High School

About 1,000 Jonas fans of all ages lined up to pose alongside him in West Babylon on Wednesday.

Spotted: Joe Jonas arrives for a meet and greet at Long Island record store

A man who had apparently been sleeping in a dumpster was found dead after a garbage truck stopped at a Kings Park middle school and he and another man were spotted inside, according to Suffolk police. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Body found in garbage truck at Long Island school after nearby dumpster pickup, police say

NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie talks with the families of three fallen war heroes, who have preserved their sons' bedrooms as memorials.

Bedrooms of the fallen

In 2023, crashes on Long Island cost at least $3.4 billion in medical care, lost work, property damage and more. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

After the crash: The financial toll of Long Island’s dangerous roads

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa visits the home of the grandma slice, Umbertos, and puts his hand in the dough to take a stab at pizza making.

LI Works: Earning dough with the 'Pope of Pizza'

The Jets began OTA workouts on Thursday and spoke about new quarterback Justin Fields and what the new offensive and defensive coordinators' approaches will be toward improving the team.

Jets begin voluntary offseason workouts

Sources say the man who discovered a body in his backyard pool is a member of the police task force that had been searching for homicide suspect Matthew Zoll. 

Sources: Detective owns home where body was found in pool 

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano and Newsday food writer Marie Elena Martinez check out Mill Pond Steak & Seafood in Centerport, which has recently been renovated. 

Summer dining: What's new on the East End

Billy Joel announced he has been diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus, or NPH. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa talks to pediatric neurosurgeon Michael Egnor about the disorder. 

What to know about Billy Joel's brain disorder

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On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," an interview with Cold Spring Harbor lacrosse goalie Maya Soskin and athletic director Michael Bongino. 

Sarra Sounds Off: Meet CSH lacrosse goalie Maya Soskin

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