ALBANY, N.Y.—Governor Kathy Hochul called for a national assault weapons ban in a statement issued on July 29, 2025, following a tragic shooting in Midtown Manhattan that killed four people, including NYPD Officer Didarul Islam, a 3½-year veteran. The officer, survived by his pregnant wife and two young sons, was among the victims of an…
July 18, 2024 Hazel Sanchez: Since May, the city has shut down more than 600 shops selling illegal cannabis as part of Operation Padlock to Protect. Dan Mannarino: Yes, two of those shops were bodegas in the Bronx, where a community tip led to yesterday’s million-dollar bust and a total of nine arrests. This morning, Mayor Eric…
Summary: New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced a $36 million funding package for law enforcement agencies in 28 communities across the state as part of her administration’s continued effort to combat gun violence. The grants, part of the Gun Involved Violence Elimination (GIVE) initiative, support equipment, overtime, staffing, and training. Since Hochul took office, shootings…
MR. SULLIVAN: Good afternoon, everyone. I want to start by taking a moment to reflect on the last year and take stock of where we are. This is my seventh time visiting Israel as National Security Advisor. I was here on October 18th of last year when I joined President Biden to send a strong…
Vice President Harris highlights: “President Biden and I know that far too many people in our nation are struggling with student loan debt. That is why we have forgiven nearly $144 billion for almost four million Americans while also creating the SAVE Plan so that millions of people can cut their payments in half or…
Mayor Eric Adams has initiated construction on the New Stapleton Waterfront Esplanade, a major component of Staten Island’s North Shore revitalization efforts. The project will introduce new housing, a modern school, and vibrant public spaces, transforming the waterfront for residents and visitors alike. This development highlights the city’s commitment to enhancing community infrastructure and creating…