<p>The courts ruled last year that the fees tacked onto fines for running red lights were illegal. The red-light camera programs in both Nassau and Suffolk counties could cost millions of dollars in legal settlements. Newsday&#39;s politics reporter Candice Ferrette has more.&nbsp;</p>


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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'

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'

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His campaign blamed the snafu on a since-fixed software glitch.

Cuomo denied matching funds for NYC mayoral campaign

The event marks the congresswoman's first town hall since taking office in January.

Gillen to host town hall Wednesday

Homeland Security said the facility "does not and has not performed research on Lyme disease."

RFK Jr. says 'highly likely' Lyme disease came from Plum Island. Why scientists say it's impossible.

The controversy is pitting veteran against veteran.

Attempts to raise awareness of increasing suicides dividing veterans in Suffolk

Trustee Michael O'Neill spoke with Newsday about early steps he plans to take as mayor.

Amityville mayor-elect, to be sworn in Monday, vows tight rein on budget

The Justice Department said Oyster Bay unfairly restricted Masjid Al-Baqi. 

Federal government backs Bethpage mosque seeking to expand 

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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' 

With some tariffs being paused, what could that mean for Long Island consumers and businesses? NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports. 

'I pass the cost on penny for penny'

Former Long Island congressman Lee Zeldin will lead the Environmental Protection Agency following his confirmation by the Senate on Wednesday. 

Lee Zeldin will officially lead the EPA

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For some small businesses who specialize in imported goods, President Trump's tariffs have created uncertainty. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Long Island grocers concerned about tariffs

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. 

Breakthrough in pancreatic cancer research at LI lab

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa is a kid in a candy store. He visits the Chowards factory to see how they make their famous Violet mints.

LI Works: Sweet time at the Chowards mints factory

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano visits the renovated RPM Raceway in East Farmingdale, featuring LED-lit tracks and advanced karts for an immersive racing experience.

Raceway unveils new go-kart track, massive upgrades

Eastport-South Manor's Alexandra DaEira-Loccisano has become one of the top flag football quarterbacks on Long Island. NewsdayTV's Carissa Kellman reports.

She's one of LI's top flag football QBs

Nassau County has joined the state's task force to crack down on license plates that have been altered, also known as "ghost plates," while Suffolk is considering a similar move. Newsday transportation reporter Alfonso Castillo has the story.

Nassau joins New York 'ghost vehicle' task force

The popular Korean fried chicken chain opened its first Long Island location.

Popular Korean fried chicken chain opens first Long Island location

The Trump administration has postponed a U.S. EPA rule slated to ban the cancer-causing chemical trichloroethylene, found in places such as dry cleaning and degreasers. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

EPA postpones rule adopting ban on chemical TCE

Meet the Aged Skaters, a group of people of a certain age who are getting back into skateboarding at Veterans Park in East Northport. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

GenX skateboarders still out there skating, in their 50s and up

Tellers, Rothmann's and Red Salt Room: A look at three steakhouse brunches on Long Island.

3 steakhouse brunches on LI

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