House tax proposal raises SALT deduction limit to $30K, but New York Republicans argue it’s insufficient.
House Republicans are aiming to increase the state and local tax (SALT) credit cap to $30,000 in their effort to pass President Trump’s significant agenda bill, a move that has drawn criticism from New York’s Republican lawmakers. The proposal, shared by the House Ways and Means Committee and reported on Monday, seeks to raise the […]
Trial starts for Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’s sex-trafficking case in New York
Prosecutors in the assault and sex trafficking cases against Sean “Diddy” Combs stated that the hip-hop entrepreneur operates a “criminal enterprise,” highlighting that there’s “a different side to him.” They emphasized that this case isn’t merely about the private sexual preferences of celebrities. Combs, who is 55, was taken into custody in September 2024, facing […]
Two men fight with machetes on a New York City street.
Late Sunday in Upper Manhattan, two men were injured in a machete incident, according to police and sources. A 60-year-old man suffered a stab wound to the neck, while a 40-year-old man had sustained injuries to his arm and stomach. Reports suggest the two men injured each other during the altercation. Initially, the 911 caller […]
Footage reveals town official in New York shooting at DoorDash driver
Disturbing doorbell video captures the moment when town officials in New York shot and killed a DoorDash delivery driver seeking directions. The New York State Police are investigating John J. Reilly III, 48, an elected highway supervisor and licensed firearm dealer, for shooting a 24-year-old driver who had stopped outside his home on May 2. […]
Lawler at a turning point as he considers running for governor of New York
Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) is in a tough spot as he contemplates his next move: should he run for governor of New York, navigate the potential conflicts with allies of President Trump, or seek reelection in a challenging House district? It seems Lawler has gained traction within the GOP for the governor’s nomination, especially as […]
County in New York passes law declaring it illegal for animal abusers to have pets.
Lawmakers in Suffolk County, New York, have recently enhanced the Animal Cruelty Act by prohibiting convicted animal abusers from owning pets. The county council voted to implement a Class A misdemeanor charge for those found in violation, which could lead to up to one year in jail or fines reaching $1,000. This legislation builds on […]
Following the mauling of Penny the Chihuahua by a pit bull, New York should hold irresponsible owners accountable and consider prohibiting dangerous dog breeds.
After two aggressive pit bull attacks leave their cherished pets in intensive care, local residents are pursuing stricter regulations against the worst dog owners in New York, potentially pushing for an outright ban on certain breeds. In one incident, two large pit bulls attacked a small 16-pound Chihuahua without provocation. Another resident shared that the […]
New York lawmakers criticize CUNY chancellor following anti-Israel incident at Brooklyn College: ‘Take action or resign’
Legislators Demand Action After Campus Protests A bipartisan group of nine legislators from New York City and the state is pushing for immediate action following a chaotic protest on campus that resulted in over a dozen arrests. The protests, described as anti-Israeli, escalated into confrontations with police on Thursday. “This is completely unacceptable. Even two […]
Masked thief invades New York City residence
In New York City, there’s been a surge in burglaries involving robbers disguised in burqas. The NYPD is on high alert following an incident last week where bandits in traditional Muslim attire broke into a home in Queens, making off with valuable jewelry. The thief managed to slip into the residence through the kitchen window […]
MMA fighter attacked with a knife at New York gym
Stabbing Incident at Chelsea Mixed Martial Arts Gym Last Saturday, a fighter was thrown out of a Chelsea gym and subsequently stabbed three times by former members who had returned looking for management, according to officials. Caleb Perry, 23, was involved in an altercation at a mixed martial arts and self-defense gym located on West […]