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Dangerous RoadsFatal drugged driving crashes up on LI as lawmakers push to toughen law

The proportion of drivers who refused to take a test doubled over five years.

MORE ON THIS TOPICHere's what car crashes cost survivors on Long Island LI's 50,000 unlicensed drivers are far more likely to cause fatal crashes 2,100 killed, 16,000 seriously injured in LI crashes over a decade. What can be done?

Fed transportation secretary: Coordinating with state to reduce LI traffic crashes42 mins ago1m read

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Police disperse crowd at Jones Beach ... Nassau shifts to Coliseum 'Plan B' ... FeedMe: Food trucks Credit: Newsday

Police disperse crowd at Jones Beach ... Nassau shifts to Coliseum 'Plan B' ... FeedMe: Food trucks Credit: Newsday

Updated 30 minutes ago Dangerous Roads: Drugged driving ... Nassau shifts to Coliseum 'Plan B ... FeedMe: Food trucks ... Steve Guttenberg Lifetime movie

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State park police break up large Jones Beach gathering5:07 am1m read

Aldi to sell alcoholic beverages at all Long Island stores5:51 am

LI sushi spot reopens in unlikely location5:00 am1m read

Dog bite incidents for LI mail carriers top the state list2m read

Only in NewsdayCrushed by medical bills? Here's how to fight back in New York.3m read

First in NewsdayBlakeman: Nassau shifting to 'Plan B' as Coliseum casino now 'very unlikely'2m read

Only in NewsdayMeet the new NUMC chair 5m read

Former captain charged with sexually assaulting U.S. Merchant Marine Academy cadet4m read

Muslim leaders on LI puzzled by U.S. ceasefire veto2m read

LGBTQ community condemns Pentagon effort to possibly strip LI native Harvey Milk's name from ship 3m read

First in Newsday2 LI districts granted extensions to comply with mascot ban3m read

OTB's Boyle: Surveillance system malfunction closed Jake's 58 for hours Wednesday1m read

Saluting the American flag at 250 in Southampton3m read

Hempstead man convicted in killing of man who intervened in restaurant robbery attempt1m read

Dog Dock Diving, Lavender Festival and more can't-miss events to fill your weekend

National BBQ Festival comes to LI for the first time: Here's what to know 4m read

Only in NewsdayWith music and dance, new Alzheimer's center in Amityville providing services3m read

Only in NewsdayWhere to find a Nintendo Switch 2 on LI right now2m read

Do you know what pastrami is?

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LI's Morgan Taylor pulls double duty as VP of business ops for Liberty, LI Nets

02:07

Firefighters battle blaze at Calverton recycling facility

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Take a look inside Long Island's first Schmackary’s

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Extraordinary Senior: William, "Billy" McClelland

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Fully electric airplane makes milestone flight from East End to Queens

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LI Works: Shear happiness at Long Island Yarn and Farm

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Gilgo Beach killings: Victims memorialized on park benches near where remains were found

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What you need to know about the statewide school smartphone ban

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Town of Hempstead says 80,000 school bus camera tickets are valid

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Things to do

6 new food and drink spots in Long Beach

Long Beach is just getting revved up for the season, with several new eateries.

Guide to lavender festivals and u-pick fields on LI3m read

Where to see fireworks this summer on LI

20 things to do with Dad this Father's Day weekend7m read

Exploring LI's beaches after hours: Live music, seaside dining and more4m read

Patchogue's Alive After Five and more live music events returning this summer3m read

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Police disperse crowd at Jones Beach ... Nassau shifts to Coliseum 'Plan B' ... FeedMe: Food trucks Credit: Newsday

Police disperse crowd at Jones Beach ... Nassau shifts to Coliseum 'Plan B' ... FeedMe: Food trucks Credit: Newsday

Updated 30 minutes ago Dangerous Roads: Drugged driving ... Nassau shifts to Coliseum 'Plan B ... FeedMe: Food trucks ... Steve Guttenberg Lifetime movie

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Long Islanders' Favorites

From making viral NBA videos to the cover of Girl Scouts Do-si-dos, meet LI's Extraordinary Seniors

Chosen from dozens of Long Island students nominated by their schools, they stood out for their resiliency, work ethic and good nature.

MORE ON THIS TOPICMount Sinai High's valedictorian and salutatorian are twin brothers heading to Princeton together Meet Long Island's Class of 2025 valedictorians Meet Long Island's Class of 2025 salutatorians

Billy Joel tells Howard Stern: 'I'm not dying'1m read

JetBlue and United combine loyalty programs: What LI travelers should know2m read

Only in NewsdayPresident Trump's policies: What do they mean for LI?

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

CARTOONSSee Matt Davies' latest cartoon

Davies is Newsday Opinion's cartoonist.

EDITORIALSSloppy effort on deportations1m read

LETTERSTrump-Musk feud, DOGE, Long Island Power Authority2m read

THE POINTAnthony Figliola, who lost bid to succeed Zeldin in House, headed to HHS3m read

Do you know what pastrami is?

02:11

LI's Morgan Taylor pulls double duty as VP of business ops for Liberty, LI Nets

02:07

Firefighters battle blaze at Calverton recycling facility

0:21

Take a look inside Long Island's first Schmackary’s

02:00

Extraordinary Senior: William, "Billy" McClelland

0:47

Fully electric airplane makes milestone flight from East End to Queens

01:34

LI Works: Shear happiness at Long Island Yarn and Farm

02:00

Gilgo Beach killings: Victims memorialized on park benches near where remains were found

01:59

What you need to know about the statewide school smartphone ban

02:03

Town of Hempstead says 80,000 school bus camera tickets are valid

01:20

More Long Island

Only in NewsdayWeight loss drugs boom on LI — and break budgets

Long Islanders, doctors and industry experts weigh in on medicines like Ozempic and Wegovy — how they work, what they cost and why they're no magic fix.

MORE ON THIS TOPICPatient lost vision after taking weight loss drug Ozempic, lawsuit contends The skyrocketing cost of weight-loss drugs has state Medicaid programs looking for a solution Use of weight-loss drugs boosts clothing sales, reduces food spending

Did you work for Grumman in Calverton? The U.S. Navy wants to speak with you.3m read

New candle shop offering DIY workshops opens 1m read

Only in NewsdayFBI joins search for missing Long Island couple, sources say2m read

4 LIRR employees disciplined for time theft 2m read

Environmental concerns rise after Calverton recycling plant fire30 mins ago1m read

North Bellport man gets 25 years in fatal shooting, DA says1m read

Nation / World

Trump and Musk break up, and Washington holds its breath

Insiders have speculated about a potential falling-out between Donald Trump and Elon Musk for months.

Judge puts temporary hold on Trump's latest ban on Harvard's foreign students2m read

Jury deliberations to resume in Harvey Weinstein's sex crimes retrial

U.S. hiring likely slowed to 130,000 new jobs last month amid uncertainty over Trump's policies4:05 am2m read

Walmart's cake decorators stir up some rivalry with their affordable creations2 mins ago4m read

Newsday Live

Newsday Live Author Series: Christie Brinkley

Sports

Yankees beat Guardians behind Fried's stellar pitching, Bellinger's homer

Max Fried improved to 8-1 with six shutout innings and the Yankees took the lead for good in the fourth on Cody Bellinger's two-run home run.

MORE ON THIS TOPICJudge reiterates that he won't compete in HR Derby

Mets blow lead, lose to Dodgers thanks to comedy of errors in the field3m read

Mets' Lindor sidelined by broken pinkie toe1m read

Tensions and temperatures high at Giants practice2m read

Investigations

Newsday InvestigationState failed to discipline LI doctors for months, years after misconduct

The allegations against 46 doctors include illegally distributing opioids, fabricating records and sexual abuse.

MORE ON THIS TOPICSee 46 LI doctors who were allowed to practice despite misconduct

Dangerous Roads Only in Newsday'I was super worried.' How to get a suspended license reinstated.4m read

Only in NewsdayNassau traffic court pauses hearings on school bus camera tickets, but town still writing tickets3m read

Only in NewsdayNewsday report prompts Suffolk County to put child fatality review team into action3m read

Guide: 10 top Mexican restaurants on LI

LI's best Chinese restaurants

LI's best Italian restaurants

Best brunch restaurants on LI

High School Sports

Baldwin's Turner wins 400 at Nassau track state qualifier

His 49.24-second mark puts him in the state championships, scheduled for June 13-14 in Middletown.

Share your experiences on LI's dangerous roads

What do you see traveling on the Island's roads?

Entertainment

Summer TV preview: The 41 shows you need to watch13m read

Billy Joel tells Howard Stern: 'I'm not dying'1m read

'The Better Sister': LI-set series is well-crafted, but way too long2m read

Summer books preview: 12 of the season's hottest books

Tribeca Festival featuring four LI-centric films, including Billy Joel documentary2m read

Three new wave bands hitting LI this summer2m read

'Mountainhead' review: Brutal farce from 'Succession' creator2m read

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