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nypost.comAmtrak Work Train Fire Disrupts Service at New York Penn Station
A fire on an Amtrak work train car inside a Hudson River Tunnel led to delays and cancellations for New Jersey Transit, Amtrak, and Long Island Rail Road passengers Friday morning. Service on several lines remained affected into the morning rush hour.
nypost.comAmtrak work train fire near Penn Station injures five, disrupts service
An Amtrak work train caught fire in a Hudson River Tunnel early Friday morning, injuring five transit workers and forcing service suspensions for New Jersey Transit and the Long Island Railroad into Penn Station.
thehindu.comPro-Israel Group Sends Cease-and-Desist Letter to Park Slope Food Co-op Over Israel Boycott
A legal and civil rights group filed a cease-and-desist letter against the Park Slope Food Co-op after members voted to boycott Israeli products. The letter alleges the boycott violates cooperative rules and state law.
news.google.comNew York State Approves Tax Increase on Non-Primary Residences Valued at $1 Million or More
State lawmakers enacted a new tax targeting second homes in New York City. The measure applies to non-primary residences assessed at $1 million and above.
New York PostNew York state budget deal includes car insurance reforms
State officials reached agreement on insurance changes expected to reduce average driver premiums by 10 percent. The measures address fraudulent claims and limit certain damage awards. Savings are projected to appear after one to two years.
nypost.comPark Slope Food Coop Faces Complaint Over Israel Product Boycott
A discrimination complaint was filed against the Park Slope Food Coop after members voted to stop selling goods from Israel. The complaint cites a New York state law that bars businesses from boycotting products based on national origin.
nypost.comNJ Transit Keeps World Cup Schedule Despite Knicks NBA Finals
NJ Transit said it will not alter its World Cup service plans even if the New York Knicks host a potential Game 6 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden on June 8. The decision leaves Knicks fans facing limited late-night rail options after the game.
New York Post19-Year-Old High School Senior Stabbed to Death in Upstate New York Apartment
Breanne Keane, 19, was found stabbed inside her Cayuga Heights apartment on Saturday. Police arrested 20-year-old Damian Stewart at the scene and charged him with second-degree murder.
ecns.cnNew York Updates Hudson River Fish Consumption Guidance After 50 Years
State health officials revised fish-eating advice for the lower Hudson River for the first time since the 1970s. The change follows decades of cleanup work targeting polychlorinated biphenyls released from upstream industrial sites.
en.antaranews.comNew York forest rangers free hiker pinned in Merlin's Cave crevice
State forest rangers extracted an unidentified Brooklyn man from a narrow crevice inside Merlin's Cave in Canaan, New York, after he remained immobilized for six hours on May 17.
dnaindia.comUnited Nations Headquarters Offers Public Guided Tours Through September
The United Nations in New York provides in-person and virtual tours of its headquarters. Tickets remain available through September 11, 2026. All visitors must register in advance through the organization's security website.
nypost.comNew York Post Ranks Trust Levels of Local Sports Executives
The outlet introduced a six-category system to assess general managers in New York sports. One executive received the highest rating while another was placed in a variable category.
New York PostCongressional Candidate Has Record of Remarks About White Women
A Democratic primary candidate in New York posted remarks in 2019 describing white women as colonizers and recounting closing a door on an older white woman. The candidate also described policy positions on prisons, drugs, and agriculture.
nypost.comTrump Awards Presidential Medal of Freedom to 9/11 Hero Welles Crowther
President Trump announced the posthumous award during a May 22, 2026 rally in Rockland County, New York. Crowther, known as the Man in the Red Bandana, guided people to safety from the South Tower before the building collapsed.
New York PostJury Convicts Man of Murder-for-Hire in 2024 Killing of Art Dealer
A federal jury found Daniel Sikkema guilty of conspiring to kill his estranged husband Brent Sikkema. The verdict came after a two-hour deliberation in a case involving payments to a Cuban national who carried out the stabbing in Brazil.
yahoo.comMotorcade Stops for Supporters in Suffern, New York
A motorcade traveling through Suffern, New York, paused to allow its occupant to greet people gathered along the route. The stop occurred during travel through the area on the current date.
The BbcBrooklyn Woman Sentenced to 20 Years to Life for Drowning Her Three Children
A Brooklyn woman received a 20-years-to-life prison sentence on Wednesday for the 2022 drowning deaths of her three young children near Coney Island. Erin Merdy, 34, had pleaded guilty earlier this year to first-degree murder.
nypost.comBrooklyn Woman Sentenced to 20 Years to Life for Drowning Her Three Children
A Brooklyn woman received a 20-years-to-life prison sentence for drowning her three young children in the Atlantic Ocean near Coney Island in 2022. She had pleaded guilty earlier this year to first-degree murder charges.
New York PostForecast Calls for Rain and Cool Temperatures Across New York Metro Area Memorial Day Weekend
AccuWeather predicts a damp and chilly Memorial Day weekend for the New York metro area. Temperatures are expected to stay in the 50s and 60s with persistent showers.
abcnews.go.comSinkhole Shuts Runway at New York LaGuardia Airport
A sinkhole was discovered near Runway 4/22 at LaGuardia Airport on Wednesday morning, prompting an immediate shutdown and emergency repairs. Officials warned travelers to expect delays and cancellations amid forecast thunderstorms.
nypost.comNew York Town Official Sentenced to 17 Years for Shooting DoorDash Driver
A New York town official received a 17-year prison sentence Monday for shooting a DoorDash driver who approached his home asking for directions. The driver suffered serious injuries requiring surgery and a temporary colostomy.
upi.comFederal Judge Restricts ICE Arrests at Three Manhattan Immigration Courts
A federal judge ruled Monday that immigration agents may no longer make arrests without exceptional circumstances at three Manhattan buildings where immigration proceedings occur. The decision applies to courts at 26 Federal Plaza, 201 Varick Street, and 290 Broadway.
New York PostMTA and LIRR Unions Reach Tentative Deal to End Three-Day Strike
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority and five Long Island Rail Road unions agreed Monday night on a tentative contract that ends the first LIRR strike since 1994. Service will resume at noon Tuesday with shuttle buses still running for the morning commute.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewDeal Reached to End Three-Day Long Island Rail Road Strike
Negotiators for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority and five labor unions reached an agreement late Monday to end the strike that halted service on the busiest commuter rail system in North America. The deal provides raises for roughly 3,500 workers without increasing fares…
New York PostLIRR Strike Ends After MTA and Unions Reach Tentative Deal
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority and five Long Island Rail Road unions reached a tentative agreement Monday night to end a three-day strike. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said the deal provides raises for workers without raising fares or taxes.
nypost.comNew York Man Arrested After Driving to Sheriff's Office While Intoxicated
A 25-year-old man was arrested for driving while intoxicated after arriving at a sheriff's office to pick up a friend who had been released following a DWI arrest. The incident occurred in Montgomery County, New York.
joemygod.comLong Island Rail Road Strike Enters Third Day Affecting 300,000 Commuters
Tens of thousands of New Yorkers began the workweek without Long Island Rail Road service after workers went on strike over the weekend. More than 300,000 daily commuters who rely on the railroad are seeking alternative transportation.
nypost.comLIRR Strike Adds Two Hours to Long Island Commuters' Travel Time
A strike by Long Island Rail Road workers forced commuters to use shuttle buses and face longer travel times Monday morning. Riders reported commutes that took two to three hours instead of the usual less than one hour. Officials said fewer than 2,200 riders used the MTA-provided…
nypost.comPete Davidson's Former Staten Island Neighbors Describe Him as Polite Resident
The president of the condo board at Pete Davidson's former Staten Island building said the comedian was respectful to residents and minimized disruptions from celebrity guests. Davidson sold the unit this month after purchasing it for $1.2 million in 2020.
yahoo.comJerusalem Post Schedules New York Conference for May 31 and June 1 2026
The Jerusalem Post will hold its annual conference in New York on May 31 and June 1 2026. The two-day event includes panels on security, technology, and regional issues at 583 Park Avenue.
thegatewaypundit.comFederal Appeals Court Strikes Down New York Gun Law on Private Property
A federal appeals court ruled that New York's requirement for explicit permission to carry guns on private property open to the public violates the Second Amendment. The same court upheld the state's ban on guns in urban public parks.
uctoday.comLong Island Rail Road Strike Enters Second Day as Negotiations Resume
A strike by Long Island Rail Road workers has halted service on the nation's busiest commuter rail system, affecting hundreds of thousands of riders. New York officials have urged commuters to work from home while emergency shuttle buses operate from Long Island into Queens.
nypost.comLong Island Rail Road Strike Continues After Late-Night Talks Fail
A late-night meeting between the MTA and union leaders ended without an agreement to end the strike that has shut down the Long Island Rail Road. Negotiations are scheduled to resume Monday morning.
eonline.comNew York Judge to Rule on Evidence in Luigi Mangione Murder Case
A New York judge is scheduled to decide Monday whether prosecutors can use evidence seized from Luigi Mangione's backpack and statements he made after his arrest. The ruling will shape the state murder trial set to begin in September.
nypost.comNew York State Bill Would Ban Potassium Bromate in Baked Goods
New York State legislators passed a bill banning potassium bromate, a flour additive used in bagels, pizza and other baked goods. The measure cites potential cancer risks associated with the ingredient.
Fox NewsLong Island Rail Road Strike Suspends Service for 330,000 Commuters
Five unions representing about 3,700 workers walked off the job on Saturday, halting service on the Long Island Rail Road. The railroad said it would provide limited shuttle buses for essential workers during the week.
fortune.comLong Island Rail Road Strike Halts Service for 250,000 Daily Riders
Five unions representing about half the LIRR workforce walked off the job at 12:01 a.m. Saturday after contract talks stalled. The shutdown affects commuters traveling between Long Island suburbs and New York City.
nypost.comRunway Waiters Provides Model Staff for Luxury Events in New York
Runway Waiters supplies agency-signed models trained in hospitality for events in New York and other major cities. The company offers waitstaff, bartenders, brand ambassadors, and promotional models for private dinners, fashion launches, corporate receptions, and product activati…
joemygod.comLong Island Rail Road faces possible strike after contract talks stall
The Long Island Rail Road is facing a potential shutdown after five unions representing about half its workforce failed to reach a new contract agreement. Negotiations have continued for months with assistance from the Trump administration, but no deal has been reached ahead of t…
yahoo.comPharaohs owner Peter Gerace sentenced to 25 years for sex trafficking bribery and witness tampering
A federal jury convicted Peter Gerace of Clarence, New York, of conspiracy to commit sex trafficking, drug trafficking, defrauding the United States, witness tampering, maintaining a drug-involved premises and bribing a public official. The sentence triggers mandatory federal pri…
thesouthafrican.comGeneva New York man charged with production and possession of child pornography
Rafael Arroyo-Ubiles, 27, of Geneva, NY, was arrested and charged by criminal complaint in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York with production and possession of child pornography. The charges carry a maximum penalty of 30 years in prison, lifetime supervi…
yahoo.comBronx Man at Federal Reentry Center Charged With Hate Crime in Assault of Gay Man
Shorai Moore faces one count of hate crime for the April 1, 2026, assault of a gay man in the Bronx while serving a federal sentence at a residential reentry center. The charge triggers federal prosecution in the Southern District of New York and requires the Bureau of Prisons an…
FortuneLu Jianwang Goes on Trial in Brooklyn on Charges of Acting as Unregistered Chinese Agent
The 64-year-old U.S. citizen, also known as Harry Lu, faces charges of conspiring to act as a foreign agent and destroying evidence. Prosecutors say he helped establish a Manhattan outpost linked to China's Ministry of Public Security. His defense portrays the case as a failure t…
msnbc.comCayuga County Man Pleads Guilty to Attempted Coercion of Minor
A Cayuga County man pleaded guilty to attempted coercion and enticement of a minor in federal court. The plea moves the case from trial preparation to sentencing under federal guidelines and activates sex offender registration requirements.
nypost.comThree Staten Island Men Plead Guilty to Juror Bribery Attempt
Three men from Staten Island admitted offering up to $100,000 to sway a juror in a federal criminal trial. The pleas expose vulnerabilities in jury security and trigger sentencing proceedings with potential 20-year prison terms.
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news.google.comCelebrities Arrive at 2026 Met Gala in New York with Costume Art Theme
The 2026 Met Gala, a fundraiser for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute, featured attendees interpreting the Costume Art theme through elaborate outfits. Co-chairs included a musical multihyphenate, an actress, a tennis star, and a fashion editor. Highlights includ…
news.google.comMet Gala 2026 Held at Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York
The 2026 Met Gala, held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, featured celebrities in elaborate outfits aligned with the 'Costume Art' theme. Honorary chairs included Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos, amid some criticism of corporate patronage. Attendees like Beyoncé, Katy Perry,…
upi.comRudy Giuliani Recovers From Pneumonia, Off Ventilator in Florida Hospital
Former New York mayor Rudy Giuliani, 81, has improved after being in critical condition with pneumonia and is now breathing on his own. His son reported that Giuliani is conscious and cracking jokes following the removal of his ventilator. Well-wishers, including the current mayo…
thequint.comMet Gala 2026 Begins with Costume Art Theme and Fashion is Art Dress Code
The 2026 Met Gala takes place today at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, raising funds for the Costume Institute. Co-chaired by Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams and Anna Wintour, the event features a Costume Art exhibition and a Fashion is Art dress code. A l…
thequint.com**Met Gala 2026 Opens 'Costume Art' Exhibition With Beyoncé as Co-Chair**
The 2026 Met Gala, held on the first Monday in May, supports the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute with a 'Fashion is Art' dress code. Co-chaired by Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman and Venus Williams, the event includes a livestream and raises funds through high-priced ticket…
The GuardianJeff Bezos Named Met Gala Honorary Chair
The 2026 Met Gala has drawn criticism and boycotts due to Jeff Bezos's involvement as honorary chair and primary funder. Protesters and a New York mayor are skipping the event, citing concerns over the billionaire's influence. The gala launches the Costume Art exhibition at the M…
680news.comNewburgh Man Sentenced to Six Years for Child Porn and Extortion
Carsen Mansfield received a six-year prison term from a federal judge in New York for receiving and distributing child pornography and sending extortionate interstate communications. The sentence enforces federal penalties under child exploitation laws and requires three years of…
citizen.co.zaBrooklyn Gang Leader Sentenced to 60 Years in Prison
Moeleek Harrell, leader of the Bully Gang in Brooklyn, received a 60-year prison sentence for racketeering, murder conspiracies, and other crimes. The sentencing concludes a major federal case against the gang, removing a key figure from operations in Bedford-Stuyvesant.
cnet.comFormer New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani Hospitalized in Critical Condition
Rudy Giuliani, the former New York City mayor and personal attorney to President Donald Trump, is in critical but stable condition at a Florida hospital, his spokesman said. The 81-year-old hosted his online show from Palm Beach on Friday, where he noted his voice was under the w…