Hochul signs bill that would limit 'addictive' social media feeds for kids in NY
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has signed a bill that would allow parents to block their children from getting social media posts suggested by a platform’s algorithm, a move to limit feeds critics argue are addictive.
NY Gov. Hochul's job approval ratings hit historic low: Poll
Governor Kathy Hochul's job approval and favorability ratings have plummeted to their lowest levels since she took office nearly three years ago, according to a Siena College poll released today.
Gov. Hochul pauses congestion pricing, leaving MTA with $15B shortfall
It’s been two weeks since Governor Kathy Hochul put an indefinite "pause" on congestion pricing in New York and is no closer to finding an alternative revenue source for the MTA now that it is $15 billion short.
Gov. Phil Murphy announces major clemency plan in New Jersey
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy announced a major clemency plan that would wipe out the criminal convictions of thousands of people.
Biden to give legal status to some undocumented spouses of US citizens
The Biden administration will allow certain spouses of U.S. citizens without legal status to apply for permanent residency, and eventually, citizenship. Here’s what to know.
US Secret Service agent robbed at gunpoint during President Biden's California visit
A U.S. Secret Service agent was robbed at gunpoint in Tustin, California, over the weekend while President Joe Biden was visiting Los Angeles.
Mayor Adams announces major public pool upgrades with $1B 'Let's Swim NYC' initiative
NYC officials launched the "Let's Swim NYC" initiative on Tuesday, a $1 billion capital investment to build, improve, and protect the city's public pools over the next five years.
Diddy returns key to NYC in response to video of him attacking singer Cassie
Sean “Diddy" Combs has returned his key to New York City after a request from NYC Mayor Eric Adams in response to the release of a video showing the music mogul attacking R&B singer Cassie.
Independent report criticizes Cuomo's 'top-down' management of New York's COVID-19 response
An investigation into New York’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic finds former Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s “top down" approach of dictating public health policy through his office sewed confusion during the crisis.
Watch: Kate, Princess of Wales, attends King Charles' Trooping the Color parade
Kate Middleton attended the Trooping the Color parade Saturday in honor of King Charles III’s birthday. It was her first public appearance since her cancer diagnosis earlier this year.
Hochul's subway mask ban proposal sparks debate over right to anonymous protest
A new proposal by Gov. Kathy Hochul to ban masks on the New York subway is drawing pushback from disability advocates and civil liberties, who say the measure could violate the right to protest anonymously.
Hochul considers banning masks on NYC subways: What to know
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said she's considering a ban on face masks in the NYC subway system due to concerns about people shielding their identities while committing antisemitic acts.
Elon Musk’s $44.9B pay package restored after Tesla shareholder vote
Tesla shareholders have voted to restore CEO Elon Musk’s record $44.9 billion pay package that was thrown out by a Delaware judge earlier this year.
Trump has 'sort of a pretty good idea' of VP pick; may announce during RNC
"During the convention," Trump said Thursday when asked about the announcement. "There were some good people and, we have some very good people."
Fort Worth man charged with threatening FBI agent after Hunter Biden verdict
"We’ll hunt you [expletive]s down and slaughter you like the traitorous dogs you are in your own [expletive] homes," 43-year-old Timothy Muller allegedly said in a voice message.
Pres. Biden will not pardon Hunter or commute sentence, he says
President Joe Biden said he will not use his presidential powers to lessen the eventual sentence that his son Hunter will receive for his federal felony conviction on gun crimes.
Nicole Brown Simpson's tragic murder and O.J.'s infamous escape: 30 years later
June 12 marks three decades since the tragic murder of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman, a crime that shook the nation and led to one of the most famous trials in American history.
Not pardon, but commute? How Biden might influence Hunter's legal outcome
President Joe Biden has confirmed he will not pardon his son, Hunter Biden, who was convicted on three federal gun charges. However, he has not yet addressed the possibility of commuting Hunter’s sentence.
Hunter Biden: a timeline of controversies and legal battles
Hunter Biden, the son of U.S. President Joe Biden, has been convicted of three felony charges related to a 2018 gun purchase, marking the latest in a series of personal and public controversies throughout his life, including early childhood tragedy and ongoing legal battles.
Rudy Giuliani's mugshot released as he's accused in Arizona's fake electors scheme
The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office released Rudy Giuliani's mugshot on June 10 as he's accused in Arizona's fake electors scheme.