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Chris Gallant: NY Congressional candidate defends past bondage photos
The Democratic hopeful says he's not ashamed of his racy modeling past, even joking it's his 'Kim Kardashian moment.'
Kathy Hochul and Bruce Blakeman clash over NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani
The New York governor dodged attacks regarding her alliance with the socialist mayor during a heated final debate.
Kathy Hochul vs. Bruce Blakeman: Body language expert breaks down the debate
A human behavior analyst claims the governor looked totally flustered while her opponent channeled major anger during their latest heated showdown.
Saratoga Springs: Coworker arrested for attempted murder in knife attack
A local college student was airlifted to the hospital after her passenger allegedly attacked her during a ride home from work.
Rudi and Mirabela Lacatusu: Couple accused of multi-state necklace theft
The pair allegedly scammed elderly victims out of high-value jewelry across four states before landing in federal custody.
New York deer collisions spike as mating season hits the highway
The DOT is warning drivers to stay alert as peak deer breeding season leads to thousands of dangerous accidents across the state.
Donald Trump hits out at New York legislation over 'gestating parent' term
The former president used a Syracuse rally to slam state laws replacing traditional parental terms.
Donald Trump promises to 'clean house' in New York with Bruce Blakeman
The President is promising to slash energy bills and crack down on crime if voters pick the Republican candidate over Governor Kathy Hochul in November.
Donald Trump campaigns in Syracuse for New York gubernatorial candidate
President Trump hit the stage in Syracuse to boost Republican Bruce Blakeman's bid to unseat Gov. Kathy Hochul ahead of the midterms.
Miguel Baron: Queens pharmacy owner hit with $31M Medicaid fraud charges
A pharmacist allegedly used black-market HIV drug schemes to fund a luxury lifestyle, including high-end real estate and World Cup tickets.
Cilia Flores: Wife of Nicolás Maduro requests house arrest in NY court
Lawyers for the former Venezuelan first lady are citing serious heart health concerns as they push for a move from Brooklyn jail to home confinement.
Kathy Hochul’s administration to destroy 150K expired abortion pills
New York is trashing a $112,000 stockpile of unused medication, sparking a sarcastic win-lap from pro-life activists.
Wellsburg hayride crash leaves 14 injured in upstate New York
A youth outing turned into a nightmare when a tractor overturned on Sunday, sending three people to the hospital in critical condition.
Letitia James under fire from defense lawyer in Cornell sexual assault case
A lawyer for one of the accused is demanding the Attorney General recuse herself, claiming her past public comments prove she’s already picked a side.
Debra Messing endorses Bruce Blakeman for NY governor in campaign pivot
The Will & Grace star is officially backing the Republican candidate for New York governor, citing concerns over the city's economic decline.
Mount Vernon Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard Violated Federal Election Law
The embattled mayor was hit with a federal warning after using city-branded mailers to push her preferred candidates in a local primary.
Letitia James faces backlash over appointment as Cornell 7 special prosecutor
Critics are calling out the New York Attorney General's impartiality following her social media activity regarding the high-profile frat house rape case.
Iran diplomats kicked out of U.S. after staying past UN event
Two Iranian UN delegation members were forced to leave the U.S. this weekend after ignoring an official order to head home.
Watertown Airport TSA finds spent smoke grenade in passenger bag
The dangerous-looking device was stashed in an aerosol can, leaving security officers stunned.
Cornell rape investigation: Leaked transcripts reveal new details
Hundreds of pages of testimony from the Title IX investigation into an alleged 2024 gang-rape at a Cornell fraternity have been made public.
New York unclaimed funds: $21B pile includes Rihanna, Zohran Mamdani
The state is holding billions in lost cash, and you might have a share waiting for you.
New York and Wyoming sign pact to streamline crypto regulation
Regulators are teaming up to make licensing smoother for digital asset firms operating in both states.
Bruce Blakeman proposes $35 billion tax cut for New York residents
The gubernatorial candidate’s plan aims to slash income taxes for families across 45 counties if he wins in November.
AOC begins testing waters for a possible 2028 Senate run in upstate New York
The House representative is spending time outside NYC, sparking rumors about her political future ahead of the 2028 cycle.
Kathy Hochul: $1B Medicaid contract sparks major scrutiny in Albany
The state quietly bumped a tech deal for Deloitte to over $1 billion without putting it up for a public bidding war.
Fire Island swimmer vanishes as nor'easter slams the East Coast
A search is underway for a missing swimmer while the powerful storm has already claimed one life in Brooklyn.
SNL Season 52: Mayor Zohran Mamdani roasted in stormy cold open
The show kicked off its 52nd season with a wild sketch featuring Ramy Youssef as Mayor Mamdani navigating a nor'easter and a surprise visit from Donald Trump.
Nor'easter storm hits Northeast, triggering emergency declarations
Major flooding, power outages, and canceled concerts are sweeping across the coast as states of emergency are declared in New York and New Jersey.
LaGuardia Airport traveler busted after hiding fake IDs in Xbox
TSA officers at LGA found a stash of fraudulent licenses tucked away next to a gaming console, and the vibes were definitely not it.
Westchester coyote attack: Woman bitten on hiking trail
Local officials are warning residents to stay vigilant after a suspected rabid coyote bit a hiker on the Old Croton Aqueduct path.
Polymarket faces New York lawsuit over alleged illegal betting
The New York Attorney General is calling out prediction markets for allegedly operating an illegal gambling ring under the radar.