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Due to the ongoing heat wave, Cordello Avenue Elementary School in Central Islip is giving students frequent water and cooling breaks throughout the day. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'School is doing the right thing'

President Trump's "big beautiful bill" threatens access for tens of thousands of Long Islanders who have insurance through the Affordable Care Act. Newsday reporter David Olson reports.

Your health care could be in jeopardy

The Trump administration is going to be shutting down the LGBTQ+ youth suicide hotline within 30 days. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'This hotline is critically important'

One Long Island doctor said he believes some parents are basing their decision to avoid vaccinating their children on "things that might not be scientifically proven" that are circulating on social media.

Parents pushing back on child vaccinations

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The state said the program lacked proper accreditation and students were not appropriately supervised.

Hundreds of X-ray tech students in limbo after NYS bans university program

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The lawsuit details a "widespread fraud scheme" to take advantage of the state's so-called "Scaffold Law."

LI medical firms, doctors sued for allegedly providing unnecessary surgeries for workers in fake accidents

While many responders' symptoms improved after a decade, about 10% experienced worsening symptoms after 20 years, the study said.

20-year study finds PTSD can persist and even intensify for 9/11 responders

Meg Ryan was fired after NUMC executives learned of allegations she doled out the payments to herself and other employees.

NUMC's former CEO defends herself against $3.5M in excessive payments allegations

While some Long Island food nutrition experts said they're not seeing less fast food consumption, others credited social media with making healthy eating more popular.

LIers still want fries with that, bucking national trends

In North America, the report found, incidence was highest for cancers associated with behavioral factors like smoking and excess body weight.

Report: Half of worldwide cancer deaths preventable

The room is filled with sensory toys, sensory textures and light color hues meant to desensitize the patients ahead of dental treatment.

Sensory-controlled room at Farmingdale State College offers care for special needs, training for students

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The NY State Senate on Monday night approved a bill that would approve medical aid in dying, which opponents call physician-assisted suicide. Newsday Albany Bureau Chief Yancey Roy reports.

'We're not doing enough for people'

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'

Researchers have found harmful "forever chemicals" in certain beers, though experts said the significance for LI's dozens of small breweries was likely limited. Newsday Reporter Nicholas Spangler explains. 

PFAS found in certain beers

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. 

'Affects about one in 500 people over the age of 70'

The news that former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer has put a spotlight on the disease. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.  

'Early detection is the best tool we have'

Despite arrests, complaints, convictions and judgments, 46 physicians were allowed to practice freely. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland and reporters from Newsday's health and investigative teams have the story.

'We're all shattered in many different ways'

A Newsday analysis found "forever chemicals" above the federal limit in seven Long Island water districts. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports. 

'I don't trust the tap water'

Newsday's transportation and investigative teams, along with NewsdayTV, are examining the spate of deadly crashes on our roads and what can be done about it.

What to know about LI's dangerous roads

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From the Reptile Expo to Counting Crows at Jones Beach, check out all the fun things to do and explore this weekend.

What's up on LI: Lt. Michael P. Murphy run, Reptile Expo and Counting Crows

Police are urging Long Islanders to celebrate July Fourth safely and leave the fireworks shows to the professionals. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Suffolk's top cop: 'We will make arrests'

Suffolk police say the increased level of officers at Patchogue's event will also be seen at other similar gatherings across the county. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

Stepped-up police presence at Patchogue’s Alive After Five event 

A plan to slash rental assistance by $26 billion would cap housing vouchers for working-age, able-bodied adults at two years. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports

'I will be in trouble'

Newsday examines the increase in aggressive driving on Long Island as part of a yearlong investigative series into the area's dangerous roads. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

Aggressive driving making LI roads more dangerous, officials say

It's a reference to the Netflix show "You," which features a lover-boy serial killer played by Penn Badgley who is so cunning and likable he's lasted five seasons.

Long Island diner featured on Netflix creates 'You' burger

Reeyce Perito and Shauna Russell are BMX riders who train at Shoreham BMX and will be going to Denmark to represent Team USA at the UCI World Championship in July. NewsdayTV's Jamie Stuart reports.

Shoreham BMX is sending 2 riders from Long Island to represent Team USA

The rear of a coach bus sank through the top of multilevel underground parking garage in Lake Success Tuesday evening.

Pavement collapsed with a 'boom'

Tito Rad's, in Woodside, right on the outskirts of the "Little Manila" neighborhood, serves several filipino classics that everyone loves.

Eating with Our Filipino Grandma

Suffolk is about to get a new county park in Holbrook. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Crews begin demolishing abandoned Sachem school for county park 

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On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," we look at Newsday's All-Long Island teams for the 2025 spring high school season.

SARRA SOUNDS OFF: Celebrating LI's top spring athletes

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