Trump suggests delaying November election -- but date is set by Congress

President Donald Trump is for the first time publicly floating a “delay” to the Nov. 3 presidential election, as he makes unsubstantiated allegations that increased mail-in voting will result in fraud.

Cuomo, de Blasio slam NYPD for arrest of transgender woman placed in unmarked van

Several local lawmakers are demanding answers from the NYPD after video shows officers arresting a transgender woman and placing her in an unmarked police van during a protest.

Bay Area couple battling HOA over BLM, anti-Trump signs

One message supports the Black Lives Matter movement. The other says, "Trump Is A Donkey's Rear End."

Trump tells voters who live in suburbs they ‘will no longer be bothered’ by low-income housing

President Trump told suburban voters in a tweet on Wednesday they will “no longer be bothered or financially hurt” by having low-income housing in their neighborhood after his administration revoked an Obama-era housing rule.

Lawmakers in NJ propose legislation to make remote learning the norm statewide

The debate over reopening schools is intensifying in New Jersey, as three state lawmakers are proposing to begin the new school year with remote-only learning.

12 NYC bars have liquor licenses suspended over social distancing violations

As part of an ongoing effort to prevent the spread of the coronavirus and crackdown on businesses accused of flaunting social distancing guidelines, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced Wednesday that the state suspended the liquor licenses of 12 New York City-area bars.

Trump dismisses virus aid for cities, lashes out at GOP

President Donald Trump is dismissing Democratic demands to include aid for cash-strapped cities in a new coronavirus relief package.

Joe Biden says he will name running mate in first week of August

The former vice president has vowed to select a woman. He’s also confirmed in recent weeks that his short list includes several women of color.

Biden's notes: ‘Do not hold grudges’ against Kamala Harris

Joe Biden didn’t want to say much Tuesday about his vice presidential search, but Democrats’ presumptive presidential nominee was prepared nonetheless to talk about potentially sensitive politics around one of the top contenders: Kamala Harris.

US officials say Russia is spreading virus disinformation

The U.S. government has identified two suspected Russian military intelligence operatives who it believes are helping direct the spread of disinformation through websites that have published extensively on the coronavirus pandemic, American politics and international affairs.

Mayor: New York City seal should be re-examined

Bill de Blasio says he would be in favor of re-examining if the city seal holds up to contemporary scrutiny. 

Gym owners who defied closure order face charges

The owners of a New Jersey gym that has repeatedly defied Gov. Phil Murphy’s executive order to remain closed during the COVID-19 pandemic were arrested Monday.

Cuomo: 105 NYC, LI bars cited for distancing violations

More than 100 bars and restaurants in the New York City area were flagged for coronavirus social distancing violations this weekend, and some now face the possible suspension of their liquor licenses.