Rep. Lee Zeldin of Shirley was named the Republican designee for governor on Tuesday. 


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

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The deadline to have a REAL ID to travel domestically is just days away and appointments at the DMV to get an enhanced ID are hard to find.

'I think it's an important thing I have to do'

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'

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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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

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Hundreds of students, including many on Long Island, had been studying for degrees through the program, which the state had previously said lacked the right accreditation.

In reversal, NYS agrees to issue X-ray technician licenses to grads of Indiana-based program

The agency announced Tuesday that it has launched an investigation into the Connetquot school district for "actively taking steps to erase its Native American mascot and imagery."

U.S. Education Department to investigate LI district over mascot ban

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

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

Local fishermen say this year's menhaden run didn't start until May and was more sparse than in prior years.

LI's dearth of bunker sparks a question: Where did they go?

A $2 million cap on what can be paid to farmers for development rights hasn't kept pace with land values, the state comptroller's office said.

Audit: Low payment cap hurts farmland preservation program

Organizers described a weeklong affair wrapped around next year's Fourth of July festivities.

Massive boat parade planned for America's 250th birthday

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Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the banning of smartphones in schools as part of the New York State budget. 

'Bell to bell cellphone ban'

The lawsuit claims President Trump exceeded his legal authority and argues the administration's decision harms clean energy goals. 

 Trump administration sued over halt in energy projects  

State budget negotiations persist with unresolved issues, despite a general agreement being reached. Newsday Albany reporter Michael Gormley has the story.

Explaining the governor's affordability agenda

Two groups are trying to clear legal hurdles to build a casino in Queens and the Bronx.

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Additional hours have been added at the DMV for Long Islanders to upgrade their driver's licenses to a federal real ID. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

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New York's top earners will continue to pay their fair share, according to Gov. Kathy Hochul's proposed budget. Newsday's Albany reporter Michael Gormley explains. 

Budget proposal includes extension on temporary tax to wealthiest NYers

Gov. Kathy Hochul and Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman react to the move to rescind congestion pricing in New York City. Newsday transportation reporter Alfonso Castillo has more. 

'The cameras are staying on'

Gov. Kathy Hochul is calling for the advancement of nuclear power with green energy facing opposition from Washington, D.C. Newsday energy reporter Mark Harrington has more. 

Hochul eyes 'advanced' nuclear power to meet climate goals

Gov. Kathy Hochul has laid out her state budget proposal, increasing the total spending to $252 billion. It includes a middle-class tax break, tax rebate checks up to $500 to families and a 4.7% increase in school aid. 

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While the state Department of Motor Vehicles says the Mobile IDs are safe, some critics argue the digital driver's license poses personal privacy and security concerns. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Mobile ID app draws scrutiny

Tthe U.S.-Canada border is the longest in the world at 5,525 miles — more than twice as long as the border with Mexico — and it's pretty porous.

No fence. No barricade. Much of northern border looks like this.

Donna and Bill Leduc woke up in the middle of the night to find a man in their living room and a woman in their bathroom. With the help of a translator app, they discovered the pair had entered the country illegally by crossing the border near the couple's home in upstate New York.

This couple awoke to find two strangers inside their home. What they did next may surprise you.

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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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