FDNY chief Michele Maglione steps down after controversy over ‘racist’ cotton-ball game at New York City school
A senior official from FDNY has resigned amid backlash after leading a questionable game involving predominantly Black students at a Brooklyn high school called the “Cotton Ball Relay Race.” Critics have labeled it as racist. Michele Maglione, who served as the assistant committee member in charge of youth workforce development, saw her 20-year career tarnished […]
Items discovered at a New York seminary are actually invaluable relics of Brooklyn’s Saint Raphael.
Unexpected Findings at Yonkers Seminary It seems divine intervention was at play last week at an orthodox seminary in Yonkers, where workers came across what they initially thought were drugs. However, they quickly realized that these objects were, in fact, sacred relics. According to reports from WABC, drug-sniffing dogs were called to St. Vladimir’s Orthodox […]
Detainee in ICE custody found deceased in Nassau County jail cell, prompting investigation by New York state
Death of ICE Detainee at Nassau County Jail Inspires Investigations This week, an immigrant detainee held at Nassau County Jail was found dead, leading to investigations at both the state and local levels. The 42-year-old detainee, whose identity has not yet been released, was discovered unresponsive in his cell early Thursday morning. Paramedics were called, […]
Federal Judge Dismisses Trump’s $15 Billion Case Against New York Times
Trump’s Lawsuit Against NY Times Dismissed by Federal Judge A federal judge in Florida dismissed President Donald Trump’s $15 billion lawsuit against the New York Times on Friday. Trump claimed that the publication was trying to damage his reputation and undermine his candidacy for the 2024 presidential election with “actual maliciousness.” US District Judge Stephen […]
Discover the top spots in and around New York for stunning fall colors as the leaves reach their peak.
Fall is just around the corner, officially kicking off on Monday, September 22nd at 2:19 PM EST. New York is gearing up for a vibrant display of reds, oranges, and golds. Whether you’re off to Hudson, cozying up in a cabin in the Catskills, or enjoying a leisurely walk in Central Park, the beauty of […]
Multiple elected officials taken into custody at New York protest against ICE
A recent event in New York City saw several elected officials, including Director Brad Lander, arrested while attempting to access Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facilities. They were part of a larger group that visited multiple federal sites in hopes of inspecting retention cells, which have drawn criticism for overcrowding and poor conditions. This scrutiny […]
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Leading New York Democrat criticized for not dismissing school officer who praised Charlie Kirk shooting: ‘Betrayal of trust’
A prominent Democrat in Westchester County faced backlash on Thursday for not terminating a school officer who reportedly celebrated the death of Charlie Kirk. Christine Scarti, a Republican county candidate, along with other local officials, criticized incumbent Democrat Ken Jenkins for allowing officer Tanisha Blanche to continue her role, risking the safety of students at […]
Almost twelve New York City officials taken into custody for requesting entry to ICE detention facilities.
Federal Arrests in Manhattan Over ICE Protest On Thursday, federal authorities apprehended 11 Democratic election officials in Lower Manhattan following their request to enter the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) office. The protests began after a federal judge mandated improvements to conditions in the tenth-floor holding area of 26 Federal Plaza. A lawmaker attempted to […]
Democratic Party chair in New York does not support Mamdani
Jay Jacobs Withholds Support for Mamdani in Mayoral Race On Thursday, Jay Jacobs, the chairman of the New York Democratic Party, announced he would not endorse Zoran Mamdani in the upcoming New York City mayoral election. “Mr. Mamdani and I share a concern about the growing income inequality in America,” Jacobs stated. “However, our approaches […]