Who are Mike Lawler and Mondaire Jones? Race for NY-17 swing seat

Both candidates have geared their strategies toward attracting moderate voters in a race that could help tilt the balance of power in the U.S. House.

Machete-wielding teen threatened sign-wavers outside Florida early voting site: Police

A Florida teen accused of trying to ‘antagonize the opposing political side’ has been arrested after police say he threatened people outside a Neptune Beach polling precinct. 

Prop 1, explained: Do NY voters know abortion is on the 2024 ballot?

In the 2024 election, New Yorkers will vote "yes" or "no" on Proposition 1. Yet some voters may not realize they are casting a crucial vote for or against abortion protections.

Who's winning the presidential race in NY, NJ, CT? Here's what polls say

While Vice President Kamala Harris continues to maintain a minor edge over former President Donald Trump nationally, what are polls saying about NY, NJ and CT?

Suspect in luxury Long Island resort murder found dead in apparent suicide

The suspect in the murder of a woman who was found dead inside a high-end resort and spa in the Hamptons has killed himself, police said.

Best (and worst) states for jobs in 2024: Here's where NY, NJ, CT ranked

Finding a job can be a lot of work, but in some states, the process of finding employment may be easier, according to a new report. Here's where NY, NJ and CT ranked.

NYC Marathon 2024 preview: Route, street closures, start times and more

Here's everything you need to know about the 2024 TCS New York City Marathon, including the route, street closures, start times and more.

Harris rallies voters at Ellipse, calls out Trump's divisive politics

Kamala Harris promised that she will put the country before party and herself as she stood before an overflowing crowd near the White House on Tuesday. 

‘I’m walking here!’: Jaywalking legalized in New York City

Jaywalking is now legal in New York City. Legislation passed by the City Council officially became law over the weekend after Mayor Eric Adams declined to sign or veto it after 30 days.

Dying Florida man tried to kill wife twice because he did not want her to be alone: affidavit

A 93-year-old Florida man reportedly admitted to deputies that he tried to kill his wife twice in the last two weeks because he did not want her to be alone after he died, according to the Marion County Sheriff's Office.

Marc Molinaro vs Josh Riley: Why NY-19 is one of the most expensive US House races

Democrat Josh Riley is fighting to unseat Rep. Marc Molinaro in New York's 19th congressional district. This is considered one of the tightest races in Congress -- and "New York's nastiest."

Woman found murdered inside luxury Long Island resort

A woman was found murdered inside a guest room of a Hamptons high-end resort and spa on Long Island, Southampton Town Police said.

Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine faces federal judge over alleged parole violations

Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine was arrested in New York City on Tuesday for alleged parole violations that were set when he was sentenced several years ago to two years in prison in a racketeering case.

Triple shooting in Westchester County leaves 1 dead; suspect in custody

A triple shooting in Westchester County left one person dead, and two others hospitalized, as New York State Police took a suspect into custody on Tuesday morning.

Key races to watch on Long Island this Election Day

New York has become a critical state in the presidential and congressional races for the 2024 election, including on Long Island, where several important races are taking center stage.

NJ wildfire 90% contained, but significant rainfall needed to fully extinguish blaze: Officials

Fire officials in New Jersey say that a wildfire that burned nearly 200 acres near Livingston’s Eisenhower Parkway and Route 10 is now 90% contained, but significant rainfall is still needed to fully put it out.

Subway rider attacked after refusing to give panhandler money: NYPD

Police say a panhandler hit a 21-year-old man in the back of the head with a baseball bat when the victim refused to give him $20.

Amtrak train hits trespasser on tracks in Virginia, service resumes

An Amtrak train traveling from New Orleans to New York was involved in a collision with a trespasser on the tracks in North Springfield on Monday afternoon, Amtrak officials reported.