Sharyn Alfonsi says CBS declined to renew her 60 Minutes contract after a fight over a pulled CECOT investigation. The decision has reignited questions about editorial independence at the network.

The CFTC has asked a Manhattan court to vacate a $5 million consent order with Gemini, saying evidence behind the penalty was flawed and refund status is unclear.

At TikTok’s NYC showcase, Councilmember Kevin Riley promoted Intro 408 — a pilot to pair social‑media creators with local small businesses. Supporters say it could boost discovery for neighborhood shops.

A new Campaign Finance Board analysis finds NYC's 2025 mayoral race drew the highest local turnout in 50 years, with Brooklyn topping registration and young voters surging.

The U.N. Security Council condemned a drone strike near the UAE’s Barakah nuclear plant and the IAEA warned of serious risks if systems are hit. Emirati officials say drones came from Iraq; investigations are under way.

Protesters gathered at Gracie Mansion Tuesday, accusing Mayor Zohran Mamdani of not doing enough to protect Jewish New Yorkers. Counter‑protesters also showed up, turning the rally into a tense split over safety and symbolism.

A viral video showed three pro‑Mangione supporters wearing city press badges and praising the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. City Hall and legal experts are now debating how NYC issues press credentials.

The state budget moves the New York reparations commission’s final report to 2029 and adds statutory protections for commissioners as hearings continue statewide.

A DSA-backed public defender’s podcast comments about diverting some violent offenders to treatment have roiled the Harlem Assembly primary and drawn sharp criticism. The June contest now centers on competing visions of safety.

The Court of Appeals heard a challenge over whether New York’s Equal Rights Amendment voids the state's rule forcing judges to retire at 70.

BNP Paribas has appealed a Manhattan jury’s $20.75M verdict that found it aided Sudan’s regime; the 2nd Circuit will weigh whether banks can be sued under foreign law.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani says he secured 1,000 $50 World Cup tickets for New Yorkers; the seats will be distributed by ballot and paired with cheaper shuttles and free fan zones.

Hotel owners have opened private reviews after a whistleblower accused the Hotel and Gaming Trades Council of corruption, complicating a major contract moment.