Rudy Giuliani met for hours with 1/6 committee: reports

The former New York mayor is seen as a critical aide for the committee, which has interviewed nearly 1,000 witnesses, including family members of Donald Trump.

US sees risk of 'dire' COVID supply, rationing without more funding

Nearly all the money in the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan that was dedicated directly to COVID-19 response has been spent.

Biden signs $40 billion in US aid for Ukraine during Asia trip

The legislation, which was passed by Congress with bipartisan support, deepens the U.S. commitment to Ukraine at a time of uncertainty about the war's future.

Can hits sidewalk while Mayor Adams chats with Brooklyn residents

An empty metal drink can hit the ground not far from Mayor Eric Adams during a public appearance in Brooklyn on Friday.

Biden’s approval rating dips to lowest of presidency, poll shows

Only 39% of Americans approve of President Joe Biden’s performance. The results of a new poll reflect the country’s frustration with inflation, gun violence, the baby formula shortage, and the pandemic.

2022 Election: Ex-Mayor Bill de Blasio running for Congress

Former Mayor Bill de Blasio wants back in. The Democrat is running for Congress in a redrawn district that includes his home neighborhood in Brooklyn.

Secret Service workers for Biden Asia trip sent home after incident

Two U.S. Secret Service employees in South Korea to prepare for President Joe Biden’s visit have been sent home after being involved in a confrontation with locals that led to a police investigation.

Biden: South Korean computer chip plant a model for deeper ties to Asia

President Joe Biden opened a trip to Asia on Friday by touring a South Korean computer chip factory that will be the model for a semiconductor factory in Texas.

Mayor Adams' recent NYC crime remarks under scrutiny

As crime rates remain high around New York City, Mayor Eric Adams is defending his record on public safety. After nearly 6 months on the job, polls show his approval rating on crime is down and critics are wondering if he's sending mixed messages.

NJ Gov. Murphy wants all cops to be licensed

New Jersey is considering legislation that would require prospective police officers to fulfill several requirements before being issued a law enforcement license, including undergoing a psychological evaluation and completing post-academy professional training.

In wake of Buffalo massacre, Hochul vows action on guns, extremism

Signing an executive order, Gov. Kathy Hochul will be requiring that every county and New York City develop plans to identify and confront threats of domestic terrorism, including racially or ethnically motivated violent extremists. These plans must be submitted by the end of the year.

Birmingham private school assignment compares Barack Obama to monkeys

Biology students were given an assignment called 'an introduction to primates', which compared former President Barack Obama to apes, monkeys, and lemurs.

Former NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio exploring run for US House

Former New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio says he's considering a run for Congress after a legal battle over the state's political maps opened up a seat in Brooklyn.

Mayor Adams lobbies Albany to extend mayoral control of schools

Meeting one-on-one with state lawmakers, Mayor Eric Adams made the case that mayoral control of city schools should be extended for four years. One senator indicated the renewal would be shorter, though.