New York subway attack: Suspect Frank James faces federal terror charge
Police have arrested Frank R. James, the man accused of shooting 10 people on a Brooklyn subway. Authorities have charged him with a federal terror-related offense.
Police have arrested Frank R. James, the man accused of shooting 10 people on a Brooklyn subway. Authorities have charged him with a federal terror-related offense.
With Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin out, who will be Hochul's running mate?
The resignation of Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin after his arrest in an alleged campaign finance scheme has left Governor Kathy Hochul without a running mate.
The resignation of Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin after his arrest in an alleged campaign finance scheme has left Governor Kathy Hochul without a running mate.
Brooklyn subway shooting: Dozens hurt, shooter at large
The NYPD has identified a man that detectives are looking for who may be connected to the mass shooting that unfolded on a crowded subway train in Brooklyn at the height of the morning rush hour on Tuesday. Officers recovered a Glock 17 9mm semiautomatic pistol, three extended-capacity magazines, four smoke grenades, a hatchet, a container of gasoline, and a key to a U-Haul rental van, a top police official said.
The NYPD has identified a man that detectives are looking for who may be connected to the mass shooting that unfolded on a crowded subway train in Brooklyn at the height of the morning rush hour on Tuesday. Officers recovered a Glock 17 9mm semiautomatic pistol, three extended-capacity magazines, four smoke grenades, a hatchet, a container of gasoline, and a key to a U-Haul rental van, a top police official said.
Brooklyn subway shooting: Update on victims including several children
What would typically be a quiet Tuesday morning commute turned into a tragedy for families and students simply trying to get to work or school. More than two-dozen people were injured after the gunman opened fire on a rush-hour subway. Ten victims were shot
What would typically be a quiet Tuesday morning commute turned into a tragedy for families and students simply trying to get to work or school. More than two-dozen people were injured after the gunman opened fire on a rush-hour subway. Ten victims were shot
Schumer, NY officials decry ghost guns after deadly Bronx shooting
Lawmakers are calling for action to regulate the sale of 'ghost guns,' after an 'explosion' of them being recovered across New York City.
Lawmakers are calling for action to regulate the sale of 'ghost guns,' after an 'explosion' of them being recovered across New York City.
NY to make it easier to detain people for repeat theft
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and lawmakers are poised to use the state’s $220 billion budget to make it easier for judges to incarcerate certain people awaiting trial.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and lawmakers are poised to use the state’s $220 billion budget to make it easier for judges to incarcerate certain people awaiting trial.
Hochul: 'Conceptual' deal reached on NY state budget
New York lawmakers are meeting Thursday to discuss last-minute policy and spending disagreements that have held up passage of the state budget nearly a week past an April 1 deadline, including the potential expansion of a law for people with mental illnesses.
New York lawmakers are meeting Thursday to discuss last-minute policy and spending disagreements that have held up passage of the state budget nearly a week past an April 1 deadline, including the potential expansion of a law for people with mental illnesses.
Bail reform changes expected in NY state budget
Changes to bail reform could be on the way as part of the upcoming state budget. The agreement would allow judges to set bail for more offenses and would make it easier to keep repeat offenders in custody.
Changes to bail reform could be on the way as part of the upcoming state budget. The agreement would allow judges to set bail for more offenses and would make it easier to keep repeat offenders in custody.
Cuomo 'weighing options' ahead of deadline to get on NY ballot
The deadline to get on the ballot for the Democratic primary in New York is just days away. Will ex-Gov. Andrew Cuomo make a last-ditch effort to try to get his old job back?
The deadline to get on the ballot for the Democratic primary in New York is just days away. Will ex-Gov. Andrew Cuomo make a last-ditch effort to try to get his old job back?
2022 Election: New York redistricting ruling temporarily on hold
A trial court ruling that declared New York's new congressional and legislative district maps unconstitutional was temporarily stayed by a state appeals court judge Monday. The interim order from state Appellate Division Justice Stephen K. Lindley is in effect until Thursday, when oral arguments in the case are scheduled. Another decision on whether to extend the stay is expected later that day. The order comes four days after a trial court judge in Steuben County threw the state's primary season in turmoil by ruling the state's districts were illegally gerrymandered to benefit Democrats.
A trial court ruling that declared New York's new congressional and legislative district maps unconstitutional was temporarily stayed by a state appeals court judge Monday. The interim order from state Appellate Division Justice Stephen K. Lindley is in effect until Thursday, when oral arguments in the case are scheduled. Another decision on whether to extend the stay is expected later that day. The order comes four days after a trial court judge in Steuben County threw the state's primary season in turmoil by ruling the state's districts were illegally gerrymandered to benefit Democrats.
NY bail law fight emblematic of Democrats' debate on crime
A spike in violence during the COVID-19 pandemic has Democrats eager to show they’re tough on crime ahead of this year’s midterm elections.
A spike in violence during the COVID-19 pandemic has Democrats eager to show they’re tough on crime ahead of this year’s midterm elections.
New York redistricting ruling appealed
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and legislative leaders moved quickly to appeal a trial court judge's ruling that declared the state's new congressional and legislative district maps unconstitutional. Judge Patrick McAllister threw New York's primary season in turmoil Thursday by ruling the districts were illegally gerrymandered to benefit Democrats.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and legislative leaders moved quickly to appeal a trial court judge's ruling that declared the state's new congressional and legislative district maps unconstitutional. Judge Patrick McAllister threw New York's primary season in turmoil Thursday by ruling the districts were illegally gerrymandered to benefit Democrats.
New York budget negotiations: 8 top issues
Crime, high fuel prices and child care are among the big issues on the negotiating table as the Democrats who control New York's state government try to hammer out a state budget deal. This year's budget negotiations are the first for Gov. Kathy Hochul, who took office over the summer.
Crime, high fuel prices and child care are among the big issues on the negotiating table as the Democrats who control New York's state government try to hammer out a state budget deal. This year's budget negotiations are the first for Gov. Kathy Hochul, who took office over the summer.
NY gas rebate checks proposed
Could NY drivers be getting a gas rebate check? Here is the latest on the proposal.
Could NY drivers be getting a gas rebate check? Here is the latest on the proposal.
Cuomo would be competitive against Hochul in governor's race poll finds
Andrew Cuomo is tied in New York City, the home to a majority of Democratic primary voters in the state.
Andrew Cuomo is tied in New York City, the home to a majority of Democratic primary voters in the state.
NYC crime spike isn't from bail reform, comptroller says
Two years into New York's bold quest to eliminate pretrial incarceration for most crimes, state officials are considering abandoning some reforms. But New York City's fiscal watchdog is urging state lawmakers to "follow facts rather than fear."
Two years into New York's bold quest to eliminate pretrial incarceration for most crimes, state officials are considering abandoning some reforms. But New York City's fiscal watchdog is urging state lawmakers to "follow facts rather than fear."
Gov. Hochul unveils stricter Russia sanctions
The Democratic governor previously signed an executive order banning state agencies from doing business with Russian companies.
The Democratic governor previously signed an executive order banning state agencies from doing business with Russian companies.
NY passes anti-harassment laws sparked by Cuomo probe
New York has expanded workplace harassment protection for all public employees, and has banned the release of anyone’s employment records in retaliation for speaking up about alleged abuse.
New York has expanded workplace harassment protection for all public employees, and has banned the release of anyone’s employment records in retaliation for speaking up about alleged abuse.
NY lawmakers call for boost in funding for rental relief, utility debt and home care
New York's Democratic-controlled Assembly and Senate are both pushing to boost funding for housing and home care in this year's budget.
New York's Democratic-controlled Assembly and Senate are both pushing to boost funding for housing and home care in this year's budget.
NYC subways, other transit to get $769M more in pandemic aid
New York's Metropolitan Transportation Authority will receive an additional $769 million. Gov. Kathy Hochul called it a victory for New Yorkers.
New York's Metropolitan Transportation Authority will receive an additional $769 million. Gov. Kathy Hochul called it a victory for New Yorkers.