Supreme Court rules on key Voting Rights Act rule, voids majority Black congressional district in Louisiana

The Supreme Court on Wednesday limited the scope of a key Voting Rights Act provision that restricts how states draw districts affecting minority voters, constraining states' use of race as a factor when drawing congressional maps ahead of the 2026 midterms. 

He-Man creator Roger Sweet dies at 91: Report

Roger Sweet, the creator of the He-Man action figure, which spawned the popular cartoon series “He-Man and the Masters of the Universe,” has died.

Former FBI Director James Comey indicted again in Justice Department probe

Former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted again, this time over a social media photo of seashells arranged on a beach that officials say constituted a threat against President Donald Trump.

New passports featuring Trump’s image unveiled by State Department

The State Department is rolling out passports with President Donald Trump’s image prominently featured on the inside cover. Here's what to know.

Record number of Americans say their financial outlook is ‘getting worse’

A new survey finds rising costs still dominate Americans’ concerns, with a record share saying their financial situation is getting worse. Here’s what to know.

Man beaten in NYPD arrest video, Timothy Brown files $100M claim

Brown said this is his first public account of the encounter, describing feelings of humiliation and lasting emotional impact.

Scotland’s World Cup return fuels excitement among fans in New York

Scotland is heading back to the World Cup after nearly three decades, and fans in New York are already celebrating the moment.

'The Voice' singer Dylan Carter's cause of death revealed: Report

Rising country singer and former contestant of "The Voice," Dylan Carter, has died at 24. His cause of death has been revealed, according to a report.

Woman killed in 2-car crash outside laundromat in Newark

A fatal two-car crash in Newark has killed one woman, according to the Essex County Prosecutor's Office.

Transit officials urge NY, NJ commuters to work from home during FIFA World Cup

As the region gears up for the FIFA World Cup this summer, transit officials are issuing a stark warning to New York and New Jersey commuters: work from home if you can.

Cole Allen: WHCA shooting suspect faces attempted assassination charge

Cole Tomas Allen, the 31‑year‑old suspect in the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting, made his first court appearance on Monday as he faces multiple federal charges.