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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'

The state budget has new limits making it harder for taxpayers to know what they are paying for. Newsday reporter Michael Gormley has more. 

'More difficult to assess' 

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

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  

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Monday night's passage in the state Senate followed a decade of work by supporters of the measure.

Next hurdle for right to die law: Will Hochul sign it?

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On Monday, the Democrat-controlled State Senate voted largely along party lines, to make New York the 12th state to allow physician-assisted end-of-life care.

Supporters, critics divided on LI about end of life bill

The Hochul administration defended the budget as "abiding by all applicable state laws."

Critics say state budget cuts off much spending from review

Nassau and Suffolk combined for 83 bites to mail carriers last year, making up about a quarter of the statewide total in 2024.

For LI mail carriers, risk of dog bites comes with the job

The lieutenant governor launched his campaign last week with a call for "bold, decisive" leadership, implying it has been lacking.

Delgado's challenge in run for governor: Unseating his boss

Sens. Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand are in a messaging war aimed at pressuring Republicans.

Trump's budget puts NY senators on same side as Musk

A blood emergency is declared when there is less than a three-day supply of critical blood types available across the region.

Statewide blood emergency not affecting LI hospitals, officials say

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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' 

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.

Casino ask for help

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. 

'It is a huge inconvenience'

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. 

'It's a major objective'

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.

Near Ozzie Glidden's property line on the northern border is a sign that says, "Stop. Do Not Cross," next to a person-sized hole in the fence.

He lives steps from the border. Illegal crossings have become a common sight.

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Newsday food writer Erica Marcus tries the 3-foot-long lobster roll at 317 Main in Farmingdale.

This lobster roll is 3 feet long

On their second day of mandatory minicamp, the Jets are pleased with the progression of the team.

Jets minicamp is moving in 'the right direction'

Fifteen sets of twins are getting ready to graduate from Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School.

'Such a unique experience'  

When people bring baby animals into rehab centers, many times the animals don't actually need help. NewsdayTV's Macy Egeland visited Sweetbriar Nature Center in Smithtown to learn more.

Find a baby animal in the wild? Here's what you should do

Victoria Heuermann, daughter of accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex A. Heuermann, says her father "most likely" committed the killings in a new Peacock documentary, "Gilgo Beach Killer: House of Secrets."

Suspected Gilgo Beach killer's daughter says father 'most likely' committed killings in new documentary

Barkgata in Farmingdale is the latest canine-friendly spot on the Island offering luxury dog services, from boarding to recreation.

New dog hotel Barkgata joins Long Island pet businesses designed to pamper pooches

Games, rides and food: NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa visits Adventureland in this week's LI Works.

LI Works: Taking a spin at Adventureland

Organizers said the annual event was the biggest one yet, with 135 groups marching and about 20,000 people lining the parade route in Huntington. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

Long Island Pride Parade draws thousands to Huntington

Hundreds of youths fighting on Jones Beach were dispersed Thursday by police with the help of a helicopter, according to the authorities.

Jones Beach reopens after police break up crowd of 500

Why you can't ride the LIRR without an ID

An ID is required to ride the Long Island Rail Road

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