Trump Administration Denies Entry to Palestinian President Abbas, Officials for UN General Assembly in New York
The U.S. has barred Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and officials from a U.N. meeting, and imposed visa restrictions on Palestinian passport holders, following a Hamas attack.
ICE Arrests in New York City Soar by 56%, Targeting Broad Swath of Immigrants Regardless of Criminal History
ICE arrests in NYC area surged by 56% over the previous year, with a focus extending beyond those with criminal history, facing criticism for targeting a wider scope of immigrants.
New York City Braces for Upcoming Candidate Debates Ahead of 2025 Election, as Announced by Campaign Finance Board
The New York City Campaign Finance Board announced a schedule for upcoming political debates to enhance voter information, with mayoral debates on October 16 and 22, and public advocate and comptroller debates on October 9 and 14, respectively.
NY Governor Hochul Rejects Trump's Consideration of National Guard Deployment in NYC, Citing Effective Local Crime Reduction Strategies
Gov. Hochul and NYPD Commissioner Tisch oppose federal deployment of the National Guard in NYC, asserting local strategies and policing are effectively reducing crime, while President Trump is considering such an action for urban safety.
NYC Mayoral Race Heats Up as Mamdani Draws Crowds and Adams and Cuomo Intensify Critiques
Candidates intensify their NYC mayoral campaigns with endorsements and events as the race nears its climax; the City Council speaker contest also draws attention for its potential to balance the mayor's influence.
Zohran Mamdani Leads NYC Mayoral Fundraising with Over 1 Million in Contributions
Zohran Mamdani leads the NYC mayoral fundraising effort, with over $1 million raised and a strong average donation size from a broad donor base, outpacing competitors including Andrew Cuomo and incumbent Eric Adams.
Former NYC Mayor Advisor Ingrid Lewis-Martin Faces New Charges in Corruption Probe
Former NYC Mayor advisor Ingrid Lewis-Martin faces new charges amid corruption probes, her lawyer confirms. She previously denied bribery and money laundering claims. Mayor Adams maintains distance from the controversy as he seeks reelection.
New Charges Anticipated for Ex-Mayor Adams Aide Ingrid Lewis-Martin and Others in NYC Corruption Probe
Ingrid Lewis-Martin, a former aide to Mayor Eric Adams, faces new charges in a bribery and money laundering scheme connected to city real estate deals, alongside her son Glenn Martin and Deputy Commissioner Jesse Hamilton. They deny wrongdoing.












