Mamdani Demands Release of NYC Council Employee Detained by ICE
Mamdani called ICE's detention of a NYC Council employee with legal status "an assault on our democracy."
Macy’s Closing 14 Stores Across 12 States in 2026, Including NY
Macy’s is shutting 14 stores in 12 states, including New York. Liquidation sales start mid-January as the retailer focuses on stronger locations and digital growth.
Governor Moves to Ban Utility Shutoffs in Buildings Where Landlords Don’t Pay
The governor is trying to keep the lights, gas and water on in buildings where the landlord isn’t paying the bills. As part of the State of the State address she will deliver on Tuesday afternoon, Gov. Kathy Hochul will propose a statewide measure to prevent utilities from shutting off services to tenants in...
House in New York Condemned As Hundreds of Rats Found Inside
Officials report that the residence has been "completely overrun by hundreds of rats that were kept as pets.
New York snow bomb to return as temperatures plunge and maps turn haunting shade...
A chill is creeping into New York, hinting at further snowfall for much of the state and possibly New York City
Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update – January 12, 2026
News from around the nation. Nearly 15,000 nurses go on strike at major New York City hospitals; Indiana lawmakers push protections during surgery; Kentucky's pension system has improved but funding gaps persist; VA advocates say, 'renovictions' displace residents, harm affordability. Transcript. The Public News...
Shutdown deal brought a reprieve for WIC, but NY braces for ripple effect of...
This article was originally published by Healthbeat, a nonprofit newsroom covering public health published by Civic News Company and KFF Health News. Public health, explained: Sign up to receive Healthbeat’s free New York City newsletter here. The WIC program, which has provided healthy food, health care referrals...
City Council staffer detained by immigration officials
A New York City Council staff member has been detained by federal immigration officials on Long Island, officials said Monday. The detainment occurred around 3 p.m., according to sources. According to City Council Speaker Julie Menin, the staffer was detained after going to a routine court appearance in Bethpage....
A bright, chilly start to the week, but more snow is on the way
There's plenty of sunshine is on the way to the Tri-State Area, but the First Alert Weather team is also tracking a round of snow later this week.
N.Y. weather: Potential snow on tap later this week for NYC
Dry conditions with seasonable temperatures will continue across Staten Island through Tuesday night, according to the National Weather Service. No weather alerts or warnings are currently in effect for Richmond County. The National Weather Service forecasts Staten Island will experience west to southwest winds today...
