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Massapequa Park neighbors awoke Monday to a large police presence and a new search of the home of alleged serial killer Rex A. Heuermann. NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports.

'I just wish it would go away'

A 45-year-old acquaintance of a West Hills homeowner was found unresponsive in the owner's swimming pool Sunday.

Resident performed CPR

Newsday politics reporter Vera Chinese and NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland look at Suffolk County's strategy in shelling out large sums to settle lawsuits.

Suffolk aggressively settling lawsuits

Dominick Critelli, a decorated World War II veteran, will be knighted and awarded the French Legion of Honor for his courage and devotion in liberating France during World War II next month. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

'I think about the people I left behind'

A student wearing a Palestinian flag on her cap made a statement by walking out of the ceremony before it ended. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

'Everyone was celebrating'

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"I have had some exposure to the culture of government and politics in Nassau County during the years that you were in government," U.S. District Judge Joan Azrack said to Rob Walker.

Brown: On Long Island, it's about the culture — of corruption

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The Republican victories across Long Island on Tuesday could boost the party in the 2022 elections.

Brown: Republicans in Nassau and Suffolk, went in it to win it

In less than a half-hour, Nassau County legislators killed $106 million in unpopular fees — and opened a sizable hole in the 2022 budget.

Brown: Blasting a big hole in Nassau's budget

The Republican leader of the Nassau County Legislature is the latest in a long line of county officials to try to curb taxpayer-funded mailings at election time.

Brown: A (nother) quest to cull taxpayer-funded political mailings

No one party has a lock on Long Island, which leaves major parties pitching for every vote they can get.

Brown: Candidates are knocking. Will you let them in?

Huntington Town officials have offered a bare-bones account of an accident in which Supervisor Chad Lupinacci hit a utility pole, sustaining $22,000 in damages to his sedan.

Brown: Why did the Huntington Town supervisor cross the road?

Officials and anti-drug abuse experts say they will try to ensure that millions of dollars Nassau and Suffolk will get in opioid settlement money goes toward drug treatment and prevention.

Brown: Could LI's millions in opioid settlement money go up in smoke?

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Suffolk cops responded to a Deer Park middle school after officials discovered a student brought a BB gun to school.

Superintendent: Student has been disciplined.

John "Junior" Gotti's wife and daughter face charges in connection with an alleged fight at a high school basketball game.

Case hits a snag

Eisenhower Park's temporary stadium, set to host the 2024 Cricket World Cup, is game-ready, officials said. NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports.

'It's baseball with a lot more fun'

Brian Perales, of Brooklyn, has been charged in connection with a Manhasset carjacking. NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports.

'Things like this ... don't occur here'

Three more chemical drums have been removed from Bethpage Community Park, bringing the running total to 22. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

22 drums in total discovered in Bethpage

Michael Cohen, ex-President Trump's former fixer, testifies over payments he allegedly made to Stormi Daniels to conceal an alleged 2006 encounter between her and Trump.

Trump trial: Michael Cohen takes the stand, Day 2

What started as a peaceful demonstration quickly intensified between student protesters and Stony Brook University. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.  

Stony Brook protests: 'I believe that every student ... has a right to protest'

Michael Cohen testified about hatching what prosecutors said was a "criminal conspiracy" with Trump and the National Enquirer editor to kill stories that could damage Trump's prospects for winning the presidency.

LI native Michael Cohen testifies at Trump's hush money trial  

Hazardous "forever chemicals" linked to cancers and other health problems will be removed from Hicksville's water supply, officials said Monday as they broke ground on a new $9 million treatment system. NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports.

'Critical filtration upgrade puts Hicksville ahead of the pack'

A growing problem on Long Island is food insecurity. With inflation increasing the cost of living, some working families are turning to local food pantries. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports.

'The line sometimes is wrapped around the corner'

Stasia Scocca and her daughter, Sadie McGill, of Mount Sinai were born with a rare genetic disorder. Watch how they've adapted and grown closer because of it.

'Having her has made me stronger'

Detectives say Clinton Bucknor, 71, allegedly sexually abused a female teenager in March. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland reports. 

Clinton Bucknor, 71, is facing several criminal charges 

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