Hate crimes double across New York City in alarming surge
Overall hate crimes jumped by nearly 100 percent this year compared to last, according to the NYPD.
Overall hate crimes jumped by nearly 100 percent this year compared to last, according to the NYPD.
Biden-Putin square off over Russian troop buildup near Ukraine border
President Biden warned Vladimir Putin that the U.S. would exact “a very real cost” on the Russian economy if it invades neighboring Ukraine.
President Biden warned Vladimir Putin that the U.S. would exact “a very real cost” on the Russian economy if it invades neighboring Ukraine.
Hochul has big lead in Democratic race for governor, poll finds
A new Siena College poll shows Governor Kathy Hochul with an early double digit lead in the Democratic primary for governor.
A new Siena College poll shows Governor Kathy Hochul with an early double digit lead in the Democratic primary for governor.
New York confirms more omicron variant cases
Two new cases are from Suffolk County, on Long Island, and two are from central New York.
Two new cases are from Suffolk County, on Long Island, and two are from central New York.
Rep. Devin Nunes tapped as CEO of Trump's new media company
The blank-check company that aims to take Trump Media & Technology Group public says two regulatory agencies are scrutinizing the deal.
The blank-check company that aims to take Trump Media & Technology Group public says two regulatory agencies are scrutinizing the deal.
Cops at New Jersey capitol boost COVID rule enforcement
New Jersey State Police have stepped up enforcement of a requirement that statehouse visitors show proof of a COVID-19 vaccination or negative test. Troopers stood guard at entrances around the statehouse complex, including little-used doorways.
New Jersey State Police have stepped up enforcement of a requirement that statehouse visitors show proof of a COVID-19 vaccination or negative test. Troopers stood guard at entrances around the statehouse complex, including little-used doorways.
Chris Cuomo, fired CNN anchor, quits SiriusXM radio show
“So, right now, I have to take a step back and focus on what comes next,” Chris Cuomo posted on Instagram. “That means I will no longer be doing my SiriusXM radio show.”
“So, right now, I have to take a step back and focus on what comes next,” Chris Cuomo posted on Instagram. “That means I will no longer be doing my SiriusXM radio show.”
Beijing Winter Olympics: US announces diplomatic boycott of games
White House press secretary Jen Psaki says U.S. athletes will continue to compete and will “have our full support,” but added “we will not be contributing to the fanfare of the games.
White House press secretary Jen Psaki says U.S. athletes will continue to compete and will “have our full support,” but added “we will not be contributing to the fanfare of the games.
NYC announces new vaccine mandate for all private sector employers
Beginning Dec. 27, all private-sector employers in New York City must require that their employees be fully vaccinated for the coronavirus, announced Mayor Bill de Blasio.
Beginning Dec. 27, all private-sector employers in New York City must require that their employees be fully vaccinated for the coronavirus, announced Mayor Bill de Blasio.
NYC vaccine mandate includes children as young as 5
Children as young as 5 years old will be required to get vaccines in New York City to enter restaurants and other indoor venues.
Children as young as 5 years old will be required to get vaccines in New York City to enter restaurants and other indoor venues.
Bette Midler, Joni Mitchell among Kennedy Center honorees
Honorees include Motown Records creator Berry Gordy, “Saturday Night Live” mastermind Lorne Michaels, actress-singer Bette Midler, opera singer Justino Diaz and folk music legend Joni Mitchell.
Honorees include Motown Records creator Berry Gordy, “Saturday Night Live” mastermind Lorne Michaels, actress-singer Bette Midler, opera singer Justino Diaz and folk music legend Joni Mitchell.
New Chris Cuomo sexual misconduct allegation emerged days before CNN firing: report
Former ABC producer Shelley Ross previously accused Cuomo of sexual harassment.
Former ABC producer Shelley Ross previously accused Cuomo of sexual harassment.
Trump media partner says it's lined up $1B in capital
Donald Trump’s new social media company and its special purpose acquisition company partner say the partner has agreements for $1 billion in capital from institutional investors.
Donald Trump’s new social media company and its special purpose acquisition company partner say the partner has agreements for $1 billion in capital from institutional investors.
Biden, Putin to hold video call Tuesday amid Ukraine tensions
The last known call between the leaders was in July, when Biden pressed Putin to rein in Russia-based criminal hacking gangs launching ransomware attacks against the United States.
The last known call between the leaders was in July, when Biden pressed Putin to rein in Russia-based criminal hacking gangs launching ransomware attacks against the United States.
Trustees stand by SUNY chancellor amid calls for resignation
Chancellor James Malatras is facing calls to resign after the release of text messages showing he mocked one of the women who later accused former Gov. Andrew Cuomo of sexual harassment.
Chancellor James Malatras is facing calls to resign after the release of text messages showing he mocked one of the women who later accused former Gov. Andrew Cuomo of sexual harassment.
Gov. Hochul: Three new Omicron variant cases found in NY
“Keep using the tools to help prevent the spread of COVID & its variants,” Hochul said in a tweet. “Get vaccinated, get your booster, & wear your mask.”
“Keep using the tools to help prevent the spread of COVID & its variants,” Hochul said in a tweet. “Get vaccinated, get your booster, & wear your mask.”
Opera singer Jakub Jozef Orlinski has many talents
Jakub Jozef Orlinski doesn't mind being called the "Justin Timberlake of opera."
Jakub Jozef Orlinski doesn't mind being called the "Justin Timberlake of opera."
HBO's DMX documentary dives deep into one year of his short life
HBO's new documentary "DMX: Don't Try to Understand" follows the late rapper for a year after he was released from prison.
HBO's new documentary "DMX: Don't Try to Understand" follows the late rapper for a year after he was released from prison.
Trump's lawyers appear in court in rape accuser's lawsuit
Lawyers for former President Donald Trump appeared before a federal appeals court Friday to argue that the U.S. government should take his place as the defendant in a defamation lawsuit filed by a writer who accused him of rape.
Lawyers for former President Donald Trump appeared before a federal appeals court Friday to argue that the U.S. government should take his place as the defendant in a defamation lawsuit filed by a writer who accused him of rape.
Democratic candidates angle for nomination in race for governor
New York State Democratic Party Chairman Jay Jacobs says he was hoping to avoid a primary.
New York State Democratic Party Chairman Jay Jacobs says he was hoping to avoid a primary.