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Long Island Rail Road strike shuts down New York commuter service after contract talks collapse
New York’s busiest commuter rail link is down. The Long Island Rail Road strike now tests wages, fares and weekday mobility.
Birch Coffee scales with Square in NYC as Block, Inc. seeks stickier seller revenue
Birch Coffee’s New York City expansion shows how Square is evolving into a commerce operating system. Read what it means for Block, Inc. now.
‘The lies must stop’: Melania Trump delivers rare White House statement on Epstein
First Lady Melania Trump denied any ties to Jeffrey Epstein in a rare White House statement on April 9, 2026, calling for a congressional hearing for Epstein survivors.
No Kings protests return to New York City for third time as nationwide mobilisation targets Trump administration policies
No Kings protests return to New York City on March 28, 2026, with marches across all five boroughs opposing Trump administration policies on immigration, Iran, and welfare cuts.
Guilty on all counts: Alexander brothers convicted in New York sex trafficking case
Federal jury convicts Oren, Tal, and Alon Alexander on all 10 sex trafficking counts in New York. Sentencing set August 2026; brothers face life in prison.
IED thrown at NYC mayor’s home: FBI probes ISIS link as two Pennsylvania men face federal terrorism charges
FBI opens terrorism probe after an IED was thrown outside Gracie Mansion during dueling protests; two Pennsylvania men in custody cited ISIS inspiration.
Millions at risk as deadly U.S. winter storm claims dozens of lives and another Arctic blast looms
At least 62 dead, millions without power, and another Arctic blast ahead—see how the deadly U.S. winter storm is unfolding and what’s coming next.
As Trump doubles down on raids, Mamdani draws line: Not in New York
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani condemns deadly federal immigration raids in Minneapolis and vows to prevent similar ICE and CBP operations in New York City.
U.S. declares multi-state emergencies amid widespread snowfall and freezing rain
Power outages, flight cancellations, and emergency declarations sweep across 20 U.S. states as a powerful winter storm paralyzes major cities and services.
Bronx gas blast kills 1, injures 14: FDNY says fire erupted during leak response
One person died and 14 were injured in a Bronx high-rise explosion and fire as New York City investigates gas system failures and emergency response gaps.