'Wrong direction':  Survey shows dismal outlook for New York City

A survey of New York City residents found that they are split in how they feel the city is headed as it continues to fight the coronavirus pandemic.

Joe Biden raises over $360 million in August for presidential campaign, shattering record

Former Vice President Joe Biden raised $364 million for his election effort in August, a record-shattering sum that will give the Democrat ample resources to compete in the final two months of the campaign. Biden struggled to raise money during the Democratic primary.

NY wedding venues sue Cuomo for same rights as restaurants amid coronavirus pandemic

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo and other state officials have been hit with a class-action lawsuit filed on behalf of more than 1,000 wedding venues that are arguing for the right to be treated the same as restaurants, which are allowed to serve up to 50% of their maximum occupancy under the current executive order pertaining to coronavirus-related restrictions.

NYC public schools delay start of in-person classes to Sept. 21

In-person classes will be delayed throughout the New York City public school system by 11 days to allow extra time for teachers to prepare, announced Mayor Bill de Blasio Tuesday.

President Trump, AG Barr announce $41M 'to address a surge in violence in Wisconsin'

According to a news release from the U.S. DOJ, awards will support community-based crime-fighting initiatives, local victim service programs and the hiring and training of law enforcement officers and prosecutors.

In Kenosha, President Trump calls violence 'domestic terror,' 'anti-American'

Soon after arriving in Kenosha, a visit made over the objections of state and local leaders, President Trump toured the charred remains of a block besieged by violence and fire.

Court blocks release of Trump's tax records until appeal is heard

A federal appeals court has blocked the release of President Donald Trump's tax records to the Manhattan District Attorney while an appeal is heard.

NYPD unveils discipline guide for officer misconduct

the nation's largest police department is spelling out potential ramifications for officer misconduct, unveiling on Monday a draft of a discipline matrix that will guide punishment decisions similarly to how sentencing guidelines are used in criminal cases.

NYC teachers union prepares for possible strike as school safety discussions continue

As the first day of school in New York City comes closer, it's still unknown if the city's teachers will go on strike over coronavirus safety measures at the city's schools.

Joe Biden hits campaign trail, blames Trump for inciting unrest

Joe Biden is forcefully condemning the violence at recent protests while also blaming President Donald Trump for fomenting the divide that’s sparking it.

Appeals court keeps Flynn case alive, won't order dismissal

The decision keeps the matter at least temporarily alive and rejects efforts by both Flynn's lawyers and the Justice Department to force the prosecution to be dropped without any further inquiry from the judge, who has months declined to dismiss it.

Lynne Patton says NYCHA residents weren't tricked for RNC video

Longtime Trump family aide and current HUD official Lynne Patton is pushing back on claims that New York City public housing residents featured in a promotional video shown during the Republican National Convention did know how the video was being used but says she wouldn't do it again.

Will NYC's teachers go on strike?
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As the first day of school in New York City comes closer, it's still unknown if the city's teachers will go on strike over coronavirus safety measures at the city's schools.