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The NTSB continues to investigate Thursday's crash of a sightseeing helicopter into the Hudson River that killed a family of five from Spain and the pilot.

A pilot and a family of five from Spain were killed after a helicopter crashed into the Hudson River on Thursday, officials said. 

Helicopter upside-down in the water

At the Mass, his widow Stephanie Diller told those gathered, "I know that he's with us and he's getting an absolute kick out" of their son Ryan, now 2.

  A Memorial Mass was held to mark 1 year since NYPD Det. Jonathan Diller was killed

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.

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A city council resolution condemns FDR Services Corp. for having "repeatedly violated federal and state health, safety and labor laws."

NYC Council to condemn LI laundry service over employee work conditions

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This is the third weapon confiscated at a TSA checkpoint at Kennedy Airport this year.

Officials: TSA agents at JFK find gun in carry-on of LI man

Francis arrived in New York after his first stop in the United States, in Washington, D.C., and before his final stop, in Philadelphia.

Pope Francis left mark on NYC during 2015 visit

Launched in January, congestion pricing charges a $9 toll for most passenger vehicles to enter Manhattan south of 60th Street.

Feds issue new threat over congestion pricing; NYS says program is legal

Although composting has been mandatory for New York City residential buildings since October, it wasn't until April 1 that violators could face fines.

Adams exempts most NYC residential buildings from composting fines

The fire at St. Edmund Church started in the back but spread throughout the church and into the roof.

Fire destroys interior of Breezy Point church a day before Easter

"Put plainly, Santos is not genuinely remorseful, despite accepting responsibility as part of his allocution," federal prosecutors wrote in court papers.

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Ed Smith gathered at the World Trade Center Memorial to honor and remember his late wife, Monica Rodriguez Smith, who died in the 1993 World Trade Center bombing. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'It changed the course of my life'

NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch says there will be patrols on rooftops, bomb-sniffing dogs and drones to monitor the crowds. 

'There will be no backpacks, large bags, coolers' 

Over the past year, Newsday has followed a pair of migrant families as they navigate new surroundings and an immigration system that has been overwhelmed. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'I haven't stopped crying'

Sen. Chuck Schumer wants to see detection technology used in tracking drone use in the New York area.  

'We have more questions than answers'

As the search for the alleged killer of UnitedHealthCare CEO Brian Thompson continues, the NYPD released 2 new photos of the suspect. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'Deny,' 'Depose' and 'Defend'

Luigi Nicholas Mangione, 26, was arrested Monday in connection with the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in Midtown last week.

Man arrested in Pennsylvania in connection with CEO shooting

On Monday, a jury acquitted Daniel Penny of criminally negligent homicide in the chokehold death of Jordan Neely on a city subway train last year.

Subway chokehold death trial ends in acquittal

The judge in the Daniel Penny trial has dropped the top charge of manslaughter after the jury was deadlocked.

Judge drops top charge in Penny trial

WARNING Graphic content: The CEO of UnitedHealthcare, Brian Thompson, was shot and killed Wednesday in front of a midtown Manhattan hotel, the NYPD said. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'It appears the suspect was lying in wait'

Retired city firefighter Kevin Williams from Patchogue shares his story on receiving a life-saving organ donation. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports. 

'It's a very humbling and very emotional thing'

Jessica Tisch was sworn in on Monday as the NYPD's 49th commissioner. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

49th NYPD commissioner sworn in

New York City officials said a homeless man allegedly went on an unprovoked stabbing spree across town in Manhattan Monday, killing two men and a woman.

NYC stabbing suspect arrested by cop who hails from LI

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NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano and Alexis Joel tour the Long Island High School for the Arts, which is udergoing a massive theater renovation.

Alexis Joel talks renovations at LIHSA

President Donald Trump has conveyed his support for the Massapequa school district to keep its tribal name and logo, but it's unclear how the administration will do it. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Residents react to Trump weighing in on Massapequa mascot battle

The pontiff died a day after blessing thousands for Easter in Rome. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

Remembering the life and service of Pope Francis

New Jets general manager Darren Mougey on Monday said he feels good about the team as he makes final preparations for the NFL Draft.

Jets GM: 'The board's pretty much set'

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa visits three Long Island restaurants to find out where the best wings are.

LI's best chicken wings? We've got the sauce!

Groomsmen are facing a growing number of expenses, from bachelor parties to tuxes, similar to the cost of being a bridesmaid.

Groomsmen on Long Island are paying up to $2,000 to be part of the big day

Amtrak will lead the $7 billion reconstruction of Penn Station which could allow for new ideas and changes. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports. 

Commuters hopeful Penn Station will improve 

Islanders fans say ticket costs and parking inconveniences are some of the factors why attendance at UBS Arena has dropped during the 2024-25 season. Newsday Sports' Carissa Kellman reports.

Puck stops here: Islanders fans blame poor play for 4-year low in attendance

Kelly was finishing his morning walk on the Upper West Side on a gloomy St. Patrick's Day when something peculiar caught his eye.

Comedian Tom Kelly turns to social media to reunite Syosset grad with lost diploma

Ben Mevorach, 1010 WINS' vice president of news, on how the all-news radio station has transformed to stay contemporary.

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