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Pope Francis left mark on NYC during 2015 visit

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

MORE ON THIS TOPICPope Francis' funeral to be held Saturday, with public viewing starting Wednesday Pope Francis remembered on LI as 'a champion of the marginalized''Heart of a humble servant': LIers remember Pope Francis as a down-to-earth pontiff who advocated for the poor

Only in NewsdayLI Catholics heading to Rome for a canonization are instead saying goodbye to Pope Francis55 mins ago2m read

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LI affordable housing lottery opens with $1,256 for one-bedroom3m read

Trump: Massapequa should keep its mascot, team name2m read

New restaurant slated for busy LI village7:16 am1m read

Feds issue new threat over congestion pricing; NYS says program is legal2m read

Three takeaways from the Knicks' Game 2 loss to the Pistons2m read

Elmont man charged with threatening teens with a gun 6:59 am

AG: Landlord charged University at Albany students illegal fees1m read

LI mall is abuzz with thousands of rooftop bees7:03 am3m read

Former Rep. George Santos tells judge prosecutors 'lying'2m read

Population of those who lived through Holocaust is rapidly shrinking, survey finds6:41 am1m read

Voters back Hochul policy issues, but irked by late state budget, poll finds1m read

Women car clubs rev up LI car scene5m read

First in NewsdaySplish Splash adds exclusive new event this season1m read

Barry Williams shares secrets about 'The Brady Bunch'3m read

Only in NewsdayDA will seek to use testimony of uncharged conduct against former LI teacher at trial2m read

National Grid workers OK contract with 4% annual wage hike1m read

Overhead electrification of LIRR a cheaper alternative to shorten commutes, study says3m read

President Donald Trump's first 100 days: Latest updates

Latest UpdatesHarvard sues Trump administration to stop the freeze of more than $2 billion in grants Trump renews attacks on Federal Reserve Chair Powell, accelerating U.S. market slide Thousands are expected to attend the White House Easter Egg Roll, with the Trumps presiding

Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff, has died

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

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

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

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Longtime Long Island restaurant turns into upscale Japanese spot

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Commuters hopeful Penn Station will improve

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

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

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Garden City holds annual vintage car show and Easter parade

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60 years of giving you the world at 1010 WINS

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Things to do

Offseason prep: How seasonal venues, attractions are getting ready for the summer

Preparations for summer are underway at Long Island outdoor venues.

Couple opens cheese shop on North Shore2m read

How to get passes for state, county parks on Long Island3m read

Guide to treasure hunting and antiquing in upstate NY

How single-income families make it work on LI6m read

5 scenic communities for kayak drop-in trips4m read

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Highway worker safety ... Thousands of bees at Tanger ... Knicks lose Game 2 Credit: Newsday

Highway worker safety ... Thousands of bees at Tanger ... Knicks lose Game 2 Credit: Newsday

Funeral services for Pope Francis ... Highway worker safety ... Affordable housing lottery ... LI Works: LI Aquarium

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Long Islanders' Favorites

Only in NewsdaySuffolk ordered to refund $25M in taxes to South Shore Mall, shifting burden to taxpayers

The mall's assessment was cut from a high of nearly $412 million to $96.8 million for the 2024-25 tax year.

Only in NewsdayMSG's Breen upset that RSNs won't air NBA playoffs in new TV deal2m read

See what single-family homes sold on LI last month

Popular tulip festival returns with millions of colorful blooms4m read

Opinion

Cartoons by Matt Davies

LETTERSJan. 6 pardons, RFK Jr.'s autism comments

Reader letters to Newsday.

THE POINTGavin Wax: From Trump's MAGA-phone to FCC official3m read

EDITORIALSFrancis set path for successor2m read

COMMENTARYThe 'golden age' of U.S. manufacturing stumbles out of the gate3m read

Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff, has died

02:31

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

01:18

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

03:21

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

0:41

Longtime Long Island restaurant turns into upscale Japanese spot

01:35

Commuters hopeful Penn Station will improve

02:09

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

01:11

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

01:28

Garden City holds annual vintage car show and Easter parade

01:57

60 years of giving you the world at 1010 WINS

01:31

More Long Island

LIers air concerns over Social Security benefits at town hall meeting

Reps. Tom Suozzi and Laura Gillen held the forum after constituents expressed concern about wait times skyrocketing.

MORE ON THIS TOPICSocial Security Administration says to expect big workforce cuts AARP: Social Security customer service needs improvement

LI Restaurant Week returns with prix fixe deals1m read

Remembering LI's flea markets5m read

Buffalo Wild Wings GO opens first Nassau location2m read

Levittown man killed in upstate motorcycle crash1m read

Parking closures at LIRR lots as revitalization projects launch2m read

Selden offers 'access to everything' while still being tucked away in the suburbs3m read

Nation / World

Walgreens will pay U.S. $300M resolving allegations company illegally filled false opioid prescriptions

The U.S. alleged that the company overlooked "clear 'red flags'" that some of the prescriptions it was filling for opioids were false.

Homeland Security Secretary Noem's purse stolen at DC restaurant, officials say

What do 'expert level' talks signal for the progress of the Iran-US nuclear negotiations?4m read

Some GOP states are targeting driver's licenses issued to immigrants illegally in the US3m read

Karen Read's second murder trial revives debate over who killed her Boston police officer boyfriend2m read

Newsday Live

Newsday Live Author Series: Michael Symon

Sports

Knicks can't complete comeback this time, drop Game 2 to Pistons

The Knicks, after trailing by 15 in the third quarter, tied it with 1:15 left but Dennis Schroder's three on the next possession iced it for Detroit.

Lindor, Mets blast Phillies with NLDS flashback2m read

Schmidt struggles early as Yankees fall to Guardians3m read

Only in NewsdayMSG's Breen upset that RSNs won't air NBA playoffs in new TV deal2m read

Investigations

Newsday InvestigationMold, roaches and 'life-threatening' hazards: Why these LI public housing facilities failed inspections

Several residents at local senior housing were afraid to speak out, citing fears they could be evicted.

MORE ON THIS TOPICRockville Centre housing complex wins 32 years of tax breaks Residents fear displacement as town plans to rebuild senior housing complex

Only in NewsdayAt least 46 recently retired LI educators earned over $200,000 in salary and pension

Only in Newsday$3.7M and counting: What the fight over Grumman's park cleanup is costing residents

Newsday InvestigationAnalysis: 70% of Suffolk school bus camera tickets issued on streets where kids don't cross

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

Roundup: Lacrosse, baseball, softball and flag football

Highlights from the top games across Long Island.

Share your experiences on LI's dangerous roads

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

Entertainment

'Andor' review: A thrilling force to be reckoned with2m read

Life is still sunny for Craig Allen after WCBS radio2m read

'The Gatsby Gambit' review: A great Gatsby mystery2m read

'Government Cheese' review: Arresting parodrama1m read

1010 WINS' all-news format marks 60th anniversary6m read

Report: Lindsay Lohan to star in dark Hulu drama 'Count My Lies'1m read

Engeman to open season with 100th show, 'Come From Away'1m read

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