ICE says it will play a 'key part' in security for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the US: Report

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) will play a role in security planning for the FIFA World Cup 2026, which features matches in New York/New Jersey and Philadelphia, according to reports.

Judge rules federal prosecutors can’t seek death penalty against Luigi Mangione

A federal judge in New York dismissed a federal murder charge against Luigi Mangione on Friday, blocking prosecutors from seeking the death penalty in the case tied to the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

Man attempts to break Luigi Mangione out of prison by posing as FBI agent: authorities

A man claiming to be an FBI agent appeared at a federal jail on Wednesday night and told officers he had a court order to release Luigi Mangione, the Associated Press reported through authorities.

From Trinidad to Queens: Nicki Minaj’s immigration story, Trump ties and gold card

Nicki Minaj, the Trinidad-born rapper who rose to fame repping Queens, New York, is drawing renewed attention for her growing public support of President Donald Trump.

Packers tackle Rasheed Walker arrested in New York

Packers tackle Rasheed Walker has been arrested after police say he presented a firearm for inspection without proper credentials at LaGuardia Airport.

Watch: Deer smashes through bank window, wreaks havoc before officers help it escape

Police responded to a burglary alarm at a bank, only to find a deer had managed to somehow smash its way into the building through a teller window and wreaking havoc inside.

Zohran Mamdani begins his term as NYC mayor with an historic swearing in

Zohran Mamdani became mayor of New York City on Thursday, taking over one of the most unrelenting jobs in American politics with a promise to transform government on behalf of the city's striving, struggling working class. 

Epstein files: What’s getting released, when, and what to expect

The countdown has begun for the government to publicly unseal its grand jury files on Jeffrey Epstein. Here’s what’s getting released, and what to expect.

Gustav Klimt painting with Nazi survival story becomes most expensive modern artwork

A Gustav Klimt painting that helped save the life of its Jewish subject during the Holocaust sold Tuesday to become the second most expensive painting in history.

Nick Mangold, Jets legend and former Ohio State standout, dies at 41

Nick Mangold, the stalwart center who anchored the Jets’ offensive line for over a decade and became one of the most respected players in franchise history, has passed away at the age of 41.

Broadway faces possible shutdown as musicians, performers threaten strike

The lights on Broadway could soon go dark — at least temporarily — if contract negotiations between the Broadway League and unions representing musicians, actors and stage managers continue to falter.

Federal appeals court upholds $83.3M E. Jean Carroll judgment against Trump

A federal appeals court rejected President Donald Trump's appeal of an $83.3 million defamation verdict in favor of writer E. Jean Carroll on Monday.

Hikers on psychedelic mushrooms rescued after getting lost in NY mountains

A hiking trip took a “trippy" turn that ended with a group having to be rescued from a popular mountain destination in New York State last month.

Tour bus headed to NYC crashes on Thruway; 5 dead

Police said five people are dead in a crash involving a tour bus headed to New York City on the New York Thruway on Friday.

Brian Flores' racial discrimination claims against NFL can go to trial, appeals court rules

In February 2022, Flores sued the NFL and several teams claiming racial discrimination ran rampant through the league's hiring process, particularly against Black coaches.

New York woman unearths 2.30-carat diamond for her engagement ring

A 31-year-old Manhattan woman achieved a two-year dream by finding a 2.30-carat white diamond at Arkansas’ Crater of Diamonds State Park.