Alexander brothers used wealth to lure, drug and rape women and girls, prosecutor says
Read full article: Alexander brothers used wealth to lure, drug and rape women and girls, prosecutor saysA federal prosecutor says the wealthy Alexander brothers used the same luring, drugging, and humiliation tactics to sexually assault numerous women and girls, bragging about their exploits in blog posts with titles that included “It’s not rape if.”.
New York’s congestion toll into Manhattan upheld by a federal judge over Trump’s objections
Read full article: New York’s congestion toll into Manhattan upheld by a federal judge over Trump’s objectionsA federal judge has blocked the Trump administration’s efforts to halt New York’s first-in-the-nation congestion fee on drivers entering Manhattan.
Supreme Court preserves only GOP-held congressional district in New York City for 2026 elections
Read full article: Supreme Court preserves only GOP-held congressional district in New York City for 2026 electionsThe Supreme Court has sided with Republicans in ruling that the boundaries of the only GOP-held congressional district in New York City do not not need to be redrawn for the 2026 elections, despite a court ruling that the district is unfair to Black and Hispanic residents.
ICE agents said to have posed as police, a tactic some fear could erode trust in real cops
Read full article: ICE agents said to have posed as police, a tactic some fear could erode trust in real copsFederal immigration agents arrested a Columbia student after allegedly gaining access to her apartment by posing as police in search of a missing child.
Mamdani pitches Trump on housing with mock newspaper in latest White House visit
Read full article: Mamdani pitches Trump on housing with mock newspaper in latest White House visitPresident Donald Trump has met with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani at the White House to talk about big federal housing investments.
Convicted stowaway arrested again after a new alleged ticketless flight from US to Italy
Read full article: Convicted stowaway arrested again after a new alleged ticketless flight from US to ItalyA woman on probation for stowing away on an international flight has been arrested again after sneaking onto a flight from Newark, New Jersey, to Milan, Italy, A law enforcement official familiar with the matter said Thursday that Svetlana Dali was taken into custody Thursday at Milan’s Malpensa Airport.
Mamdani's relationship with NYPD gets icy after officers were pelted in a snowball fight
Read full article: Mamdani's relationship with NYPD gets icy after officers were pelted in a snowball fightA massive snowball fight in New York that ended in police officers being pelted is creating a frosty dispute between Mayor Zohran Mamdani and his own police department.
Northeast US digs out from brutal snowstorm that disrupted flights and canceled school
Read full article: Northeast US digs out from brutal snowstorm that disrupted flights and canceled schoolMillions across the northeastern United States contended with treks to school and work as they dug out from a major storm that blanketed the region with snow, canceled flights, disrupted transit and downed power lines.
The Latest: New York City remains under a state of emergency, Mamdani says
Read full article: The Latest: New York City remains under a state of emergency, Mamdani saysA massive snowstorm pummeled the northeast United States from Maryland to Maine, forcing millions of people to stay home amid strong winds and blizzard warnings, transportation shutdowns, and school and business closures.
Huge snowstorm in the Northeast forces millions to stay home, disrupts flights and closes schools
Read full article: Huge snowstorm in the Northeast forces millions to stay home, disrupts flights and closes schoolsA massive snowstorm is pummeling the northeastern United States, forcing millions of people to stay home amid strong wind and blizzard warnings, transportation shutdowns, and school and business closures.
Blizzard warnings issued from Delaware to Massachusetts as storm threatens East Coast
Read full article: Blizzard warnings issued from Delaware to Massachusetts as storm threatens East CoastBlizzard warnings have been issued for New York City, New Jersey, Boston and communities along the East Coast as a late-winter storm approaches.
Nurses and New York hospital system reach a tentative deal to end the city’s largest nursing strike
Read full article: Nurses and New York hospital system reach a tentative deal to end the city’s largest nursing strikeNurses on strike at a major New York City hospital system have reached a tentative deal to end a more than monthlong strike.
Judge dismisses ex-NYPD commissioner's lawsuit alleging 'systemic corruption' in police department
Read full article: Judge dismisses ex-NYPD commissioner's lawsuit alleging 'systemic corruption' in police departmentA federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by New York City’s former interim police commissioner against the previous mayor, Eric Adams, and his top deputies.
Jury convicts man in killings of 4 people sleeping on NYC streets, rejecting insanity defense
Read full article: Jury convicts man in killings of 4 people sleeping on NYC streets, rejecting insanity defenseA man who fatally beat four men as they slept on New York City’s streets has been convicted of murder.
Man who lived rent-free in New Yorker Hotel, then claimed to own it, pleads guilty to fraud charge
Read full article: Man who lived rent-free in New Yorker Hotel, then claimed to own it, pleads guilty to fraud chargeA New York City man who claimed to own a storied Manhattan hotel has pleaded guilty to fraud.
A storm system sweeps across the Southeast triggering tornado watches and damaging winds
Read full article: A storm system sweeps across the Southeast triggering tornado watches and damaging windsA strong storm system has brought tornado watches and damage in parts of the Southeast just as the Northeast starts to warm up.
Striking nurses at 2 NYC hospital systems approve new contract but ones at another reject deal
Read full article: Striking nurses at 2 NYC hospital systems approve new contract but ones at another reject dealNurses on strike at two major New York City hospital systems have approved new contracts, but ones striking at another system have rejected a proposal to bring an end to the monthlong walkout.
US judges dismiss lawsuits accusing fantasy author Neil Gaiman of sexual assault in New Zealand
Read full article: US judges dismiss lawsuits accusing fantasy author Neil Gaiman of sexual assault in New ZealandFederal judges have dismissed three lawsuits accusing British author Neil Gaiman of sexually assaulting his children's nanny in New Zealand.
NYC nurses reach a deal to end a strike at 2 major hospitals while walkout continues at another
Read full article: NYC nurses reach a deal to end a strike at 2 major hospitals while walkout continues at anotherNurses and two major hospital systems in New York City have reached a deal to end a nearly monthlong strike over staffing levels, workplace safety and other issues.
New York governor picks a new running mate, as her current No. 2 moves to unseat her
Read full article: New York governor picks a new running mate, as her current No. 2 moves to unseat herNew York Gov. Kathy Hochul has announced a new reelection running mate — as her current lieutenant governor has launched an increasingly caustic primary challenge to unseat her.
New York police officer charged in cooler throw death says he was trying to protect colleagues
Read full article: New York police officer charged in cooler throw death says he was trying to protect colleaguesA New York City police sergeant who hurled a plastic cooler at a man fleeing officers on a motorized scooter, causing a crash that killed the driver, says he was trying to protect other officers from being injured.
Man seeks to be freed after his conviction was tossed in Jam Master Jay murder case
Read full article: Man seeks to be freed after his conviction was tossed in Jam Master Jay murder caseA man whose conviction in the killing of Jam Master Jay was recently overturned is seeking release on a $1 million bond while prosecutors appeal.
New cold snap adds urgency to winter storm recovery across the South
Read full article: New cold snap adds urgency to winter storm recovery across the SouthHundreds of National Guard troops have been mobilized in ice-stricken Mississippi and Tennessee to clear debris and help people stranded in cars and homes still without power as the Southern states brace for another blast of dangerous cold weather.
30 people dead from effects of winter storm as more freezing cold pummels US
Read full article: 30 people dead from effects of winter storm as more freezing cold pummels USMany U.S. residents are facing another night of below-freezing temperatures and no electricity after a massive winter storm dumped more snow in Northeast and left parts of the South coated in ice.
Massive winter storm dumps sleet, freezing rain and snow around much of US
Read full article: Massive winter storm dumps sleet, freezing rain and snow around much of USA massive winter storm has dumped sleet, freezing rain and snow across much of the U.S., halting air and road traffic and sending temperatures plunging.
Gas explosion, fire on top floors of New York City apartment building kills 1, injures 14
Read full article: Gas explosion, fire on top floors of New York City apartment building kills 1, injures 14Officials say one person was killed and 14 others injured in a gas explosion and fires at the top of a 17-story New York City apartment building.
NYC nurses on strike resume negotiations with hospitals on 11th day
Read full article: NYC nurses on strike resume negotiations with hospitals on 11th dayNew York City nurses on strike are headed back to the bargaining table with hospital administrators to try to bring an end to the city’s biggest walkout of its kind in decades.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani and US Sen. Bernie Sanders rally with nurses on ninth day of strike
Read full article: NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani and US Sen. Bernie Sanders rally with nurses on ninth day of strikeNew York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders are rallying with nurses in Manhattan during the ninth day of their strike.
Jury selection begins for luxury real estate brothers accused of sexually abusing women
Read full article: Jury selection begins for luxury real estate brothers accused of sexually abusing womenJury selection has begun in the New York City trial of two luxury real estate brokers and their brother, who are accused of sexually abusing dozens of women.
Mother of Elon Musk's child sues his AI company over sexual deepfake images created by Grok
Read full article: Mother of Elon Musk's child sues his AI company over sexual deepfake images created by GrokThe mother of one of Elon Musk's children is suing his AI company over deepfake images of her on the internet.
NYC nurses restart contract talks with another major hospital system on 5th day of strike
Read full article: NYC nurses restart contract talks with another major hospital system on 5th day of strikeNew York City nurses on strike say they have restarted contract talks with another one of the major hospital systems affected on the fifth day of the walkout.
Hospital and nurses fail to negotiate during second day of NYC's largest nursing strike in decades
Read full article: Hospital and nurses fail to negotiate during second day of NYC's largest nursing strike in decadesThousands of New York City nurses were back on the picket lines as they walked out for a second day from their jobs at some of the city’s leading hospitals.
Thousands of New York City nurses set to strike Monday if deal isn't reached with hospitals
Read full article: Thousands of New York City nurses set to strike Monday if deal isn't reached with hospitalsThousands of nurses at major New York City hospitals could soon go on strike, three years after a walkout scrambled operations at some of the same facilities.
Banchero banks in 3-pointer at OT buzzer to lift Orlando Magic past Nets
Read full article: Banchero banks in 3-pointer at OT buzzer to lift Orlando Magic past NetsPaolo Banchero banked in a 3-pointer from the top of the key at the overtime buzzer to give the Orlando Magic a victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday night.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani defends tenant official facing backlash for 'white supremacy' posts
Read full article: NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani defends tenant official facing backlash for 'white supremacy' postsNew York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is supporting a new housing official amid backlash over past social media posts.
Key moments in the US arrest of and case against Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro
Read full article: Key moments in the US arrest of and case against Venezuelan leader Nicolás MaduroAfter apparent months of planning, the U.S. strike that resulted in the arrest of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro unfolded swiftly over the weekend, with American forces converging on Caracas to arrest Maduro and his wife.
After capture and removal, Venezuela's Maduro is being held at notorious Brooklyn jail
Read full article: After capture and removal, Venezuela's Maduro is being held at notorious Brooklyn jailThe New York jail holding Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is a facility so troubled, some judges have refused to send people there even as it has housed such famous inmates as music stars R. Kelly and Sean “Diddy” Combs.
Zohran Mamdani officially sworn in on a Quran full of symbolism
Read full article: Zohran Mamdani officially sworn in on a Quran full of symbolismIncoming New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is making history not only as the city's first mayor to take the oath of office on a Quran but also as the first Muslim, South Asian, and African-born mayor.
Nasty weather on tap for New Year fetes at Rose Parade in California and revelers in New York City
Read full article: Nasty weather on tap for New Year fetes at Rose Parade in California and revelers in New York CityMarching bands, floats and thousands of spectators are bracing for a rare dose of New Year’s Day rain for the prestigious Rose Parade in Southern California.
Cities around the world welcome 2026 with thunderous fireworks and heightened security
Read full article: Cities around the world welcome 2026 with thunderous fireworks and heightened securityFrom Sydney to Paris to New York City, crowds have rung in the new year with exuberant celebrations filled with thunderous fireworks, while others have taken a more subdued approach.
Zohran Mamdani to become NYC's next mayor with a midnight oath underground
Read full article: Zohran Mamdani to become NYC's next mayor with a midnight oath undergroundZohran Mamdani will become mayor of New York City as the clock ticks over into 2026 — but the celebrations are set to last through New Year’s Day.
Winter storm snarls holiday travel across US Northeast, Great Lakes
Read full article: Winter storm snarls holiday travel across US Northeast, Great LakesMore than a thousand flights have been canceled or delayed across the Northeast and Great Lakes as a winter storm disrupted one of the busiest travel weekends of the year between Christmas and New Year’s.
Times Square to feature patriotic ball drop for New Year's Eve, kicking off US's 250th birthday
Read full article: Times Square to feature patriotic ball drop for New Year's Eve, kicking off US's 250th birthdayThe New Year's Eve ball drop in New York City will sparkle in red, white, and blue to kick off celebrations for the U.S.'s 250th birthday in 2026.
Mamdani appointee resigns after her decade-old antisemitic social media posts resurface
Read full article: Mamdani appointee resigns after her decade-old antisemitic social media posts resurfaceOne of New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani’s appointees has resigned over social media posts she made more than a decade ago that featured antisemitic tropes.
New York is the 8th state found to have improperly issued commercial driver's licenses to immigrants
Read full article: New York is the 8th state found to have improperly issued commercial driver's licenses to immigrantsThe federal government continues to find states improperly issuing commercial driver’s licenses to immigrants that remain valid after their authorization to be in the country expires, putting millions of dollars of funding at risk.
‘New Year’s Rockin’ Eve' to feature Chappell Roan, Mariah Carey, Post Malone and Maren Morris
Read full article: ‘New Year’s Rockin’ Eve' to feature Chappell Roan, Mariah Carey, Post Malone and Maren MorrisMariah Carey, Chappell Roan, Post Malone and Demi Lovato will help ring in the new year on “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve.”.
Starbucks to pay $35M to NYC workers in settlement as ongoing strike draws pols to picket line
Read full article: Starbucks to pay $35M to NYC workers in settlement as ongoing strike draws pols to picket lineNew York City officials say Starbucks will pay about $35 million to more than 15,000 New York City workers to settle claims it denied them stable schedules and arbitrarily cut their hours.
Trump administration plans to review refugees admitted under Biden, memo obtained by The AP says
Read full article: Trump administration plans to review refugees admitted under Biden, memo obtained by The AP saysThe Trump administration plans to review all refugees admitted during the Biden years, according to a memo obtained by The Associated Press.
🦃 Cities with the most and least expensive Thanksgiving dinner costs
Read full article: 🦃 Cities with the most and least expensive Thanksgiving dinner costsGrocery store prices have been on the rise in recent years, and many Americans feel the financial pinch on Thanksgiving — a holiday where food is the star of the show.
Epstein's accusers grapple with complex emotions about promised release of Justice Department files
Read full article: Epstein's accusers grapple with complex emotions about promised release of Justice Department filesTrump has signed legislation compelling the Justice Department to release the files on Jeffrey Epstein.
Takeaways from Trump and Mamdani visit: Both men get something they want, GOP loses a punching bag
Read full article: Takeaways from Trump and Mamdani visit: Both men get something they want, GOP loses a punching bagPresident Donald Trump and New York's Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani come from opposite parties and have spent months sniping at each other.
The Latest: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, former Trump loyalist, says she will resign from Congress
Read full article: The Latest: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, former Trump loyalist, says she will resign from CongressRep. Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia says she is resigning from Congress in January.
Trump and Mamdani go from adversaries to allies after White House meeting
Read full article: Trump and Mamdani go from adversaries to allies after White House meetingPresident Donald Trump has met the man who had proudly proclaimed himself “Donald Trump’s worst nightmare,” but he seemed to find the opposite.
New York Democratic Rep. Nydia Velázquez says she won't run for reelection in 2026
Read full article: New York Democratic Rep. Nydia Velázquez says she won't run for reelection in 2026New York Rep. Nydia Velázquez — a trailblazer known by the nickname “La Luchadora,” or the fighter — announced that she will retire next year after more than three decades in Congress.
Trump says he and Mamdani will meet Friday in Washington, setting up clash of political opposites
Read full article: Trump says he and Mamdani will meet Friday in Washington, setting up clash of political oppositesPresident Donald Trump says he will meet with New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani in Washington later this week.
NYC Mayor-elect hopes to meet with Trump to discuss affordability
Read full article: NYC Mayor-elect hopes to meet with Trump to discuss affordabilityNew York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani says he hopes to meet with President Donald Trump to find ways the political polar opposites can work together on the central focus of his winning campaign: affordability.
Trump plans to meet with Mamdani, says he'll 'work something out' with New York City's mayor-elect
Read full article: Trump plans to meet with Mamdani, says he'll 'work something out' with New York City's mayor-electPresident Donald Trump is indicating that he plans to meet with New York City’s mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and says they’ll “work something out."
‘Sunny Florida is waiting:’ Volusia sheriff campaigns in New York City
Read full article: ‘Sunny Florida is waiting:’ Volusia sheriff campaigns in New York CityLast week, Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood openly invited New York City residents to move to the Sunshine State after a heated mayoral election. Now, he's going after the police.