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New York City argues for noncitizen voting law before state's top court

New York’s top court has been asked to reverse a ruling against a law that would allow noncitizens to vote in New York City municipal elections
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FILE — Activists participate in a rally on the steps of New York City Hall ahead of a City Council vote to allow lawful permanent residents to cast votes in elections to select the mayor, City Council members and other municipal officeholders, Dec. 9, 2021. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer, File)
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Paul McCartney rocks the Bowery. Inside his surprise NYC concert

Paul McCartney has staged a surprise performance before a small crowd in New York
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FILE - Paul McCartney performs at the Glastonbury Festival in Worthy Farm, Somerset, England, on June 25, 2022. (Photo by Joel C Ryan/Invision/AP, File)
February 12, 2025 at 3:30 AM

8 million New Yorkers versus 3 million rats: Is rat birth control the solution?

ABC News looks at New York City’s fight to curb rat populations as some city leaders and residents uncover new methods to reduce the rodents like birth control and "rat walks."
February 12, 2025 at 3:30 AM
8 million New Yorkers versus 3 million rats: Is rat birth control the solution?
February 11, 2025 at 10:32 PM

FEMA officials fired after Musk claims they paid to house migrants in 'luxury' hotels

After Elon Musk complained about federal spending for housing migrants in New York, the Department of Homeland Security announced four FEMA officials have been fired.
February 11, 2025 at 10:32 PM
Recently arrived migrants board a bus back to their temporary tent shelters at Floyd Bennett Field, a former airfield in Brooklyn, on January 04, 2024 in New York City.
February 11, 2025 at 6:36 PM

NYC Mayor Eric Adams speaks after prosecutors drop charges against him

The Justice Department directed federal prosecutors to dismiss the bribery charges, saying they were disrupting Adam's ability to assist in President Donald Trump's crackdown on immigration and crime.
February 11, 2025 at 6:36 PM
VIDEO: NYC Mayor Eric Adams speaks after prosecutors drop charges against him
February 11, 2025 at 3:48 PM

DOJ moves to drop bribery case against NYC mayor

The Justice Department has instructed federal prosecutors in the Southern District of New York to drop the bribery case against New York City Mayor Eric Adams.
February 11, 2025 at 3:48 PM
VIDEO: DOJ moves to drop bribery case against NYC mayor
February 11, 2025 at 12:48 PM

Justice Department moves to drop case against New York City Mayor Eric Adams

Adams has spent time with President Donald Trump recently, including meeting with him in South Florida and attending his inauguration.
February 11, 2025 at 12:48 PM
Mayor Eric Adams speaks during State of the City address on Jan. 9, 2025 in New York City.
February 11, 2025 at 8:03 AM

3 convicted of murder after men were drugged, robbed after leaving NYC nightclubs

Three men have been convicted of murder in a conspiracy to rob men leaving Manhattan nightclubs and bars after plying them with drugs that left them incapacitated
February 11, 2025 at 8:03 AM
February 11, 2025 at 8:00 AM

FEMA halts migrant housing funds in NY after Musk’s criticism

The acting head of the federal agency responsible for responding to disasters says he’s suspending payments sent to New York City to house migrants and that staff who made them will be held accountable
February 11, 2025 at 8:00 AM
FILE - Migrant, Cesar Anibal Bonilla Estrada, 54, from Ecuador, center, checks his phone during dinner time at the migrant shelter on Randall's Island, on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Andres Kudacki, File)
February 11, 2025 at 6:20 AM

DOJ moves to dismiss federal charges against Eric Adams

The Justice Department has instructed federal prosecutors in the Southern District of New York to drop the bribery case against New York Mayor Eric Adams.
February 11, 2025 at 6:20 AM
DOJ moves to dismiss federal charges against Eric Adams
February 10, 2025 at 7:34 PM

Korean restaurant Jungsik makes Michelin history

The formerly two-starred Korean restaurant Jungsik was elevated to three Michelin stars Monday, joining the likes of Eleven Madison Park, Le Bernardin, Masa and Per Se.
February 10, 2025 at 7:34 PM
Jungsik New York becomes the first Three Michelin Star Korean restaurant in the U.S. at the Michelin Guide ceremony in New York City on Dec. 9, 2025.
February 10, 2025 at 6:20 PM

State bans DeepSeek from government devices

New York government employees are barred from downloading DeepSeek’s AI application onto state computers due to security concerns, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced.
February 10, 2025 at 6:20 PM
The Deepseek logo is seen in this illustration taken Jan. 27, 2025.
February 8, 2025 at 3:34 PM

Bird flu concerns for New York

The governor of New York is enforcing stricter measures to curb avian flu in live bird markets.
February 8, 2025 at 3:34 PM
VIDEO: Bird flu concerns for New York
February 7, 2025 at 7:58 PM

New York shuts down live poultry markets after bird flu detected

Officials said the shutdowns are prudent steps.
February 7, 2025 at 7:58 PM
In this screen grab from a video, a chicken market is shown in New York, on Feb. 7, 2025.
February 7, 2025 at 12:23 PM

Kids in New York keep dying while 'subway surfing' on top of trains

New York City is trying to deter dangerous “subway surfing” through education programs, but some transportation advocates and lawmakers say it's not enough
February 7, 2025 at 12:23 PM
Trains arrive and depart from a subway station in the Coney Island section of New York, Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
February 7, 2025 at 2:00 AM

Suitcase with human remains inside discovered in New York City's East River

Human remains have been found in a suitcase that was drifting in the East River in New York City, police said.
February 7, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Authorities investigate after human remains were found in a suitcase in the East River in New York, Feb. 5, 2025.
February 7, 2025 at 1:29 AM

Human remains found in suitcase in New York City

A police unit retrieved a suitcase near Governors Island on Thursday. Authorities have not yet identified the body found inside. They're unsure how long the remains were in the suitcase.
February 7, 2025 at 1:29 AM
VIDEO: Human remains found in suitcase in New York City
February 6, 2025 at 9:25 PM

New York governor signs bill protecting doctors prescribing abortion meds

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul discusses a new bill she signed Monday protecting New York doctors who prescribe abortion medication.
February 6, 2025 at 9:25 PM
VIDEO: New York governor signs bill protecting doctors prescribing abortion meds
February 6, 2025 at 8:28 PM

Bill Nye hits the runway at New York Fashion Week show

Nye, along with fellow celebrities like Nigel Barker and Mario Cantone, appeared in the Blue Jacket Fashion Show, an event which promotes awareness of prostate cancer.
February 6, 2025 at 8:28 PM
Nye, along with fellow celebrities like Nigel Barker and Mario Cantone, appeared in the Blue Jacket Fashion Show, an event which promotes awareness of prostate cancer.
February 6, 2025 at 3:31 PM

NY governor on illegal immigrant criminals: ‘We don’t want them here’

Gov. Kathy Hochul discusses the issues facing her state, from dangerous winter weather to immigration raids.
February 6, 2025 at 3:31 PM
VIDEO: NY governor on illegal immigrant criminals: ‘We don’t want them here’
February 5, 2025 at 4:32 PM

Death of NY man beaten by prison guards ruled a homicide in autopsy report: Lawyers

Lawyers say the death of a handcuffed man who was pummeled by New York prison guards was ruled a homicide in an autopsy report
February 5, 2025 at 4:32 PM
FILE - Robert Brooks Jr. speaks during a news conference as his lawyer Steve Schwarz, left, and Jared Ricks, listen in Rochester, N.Y., Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2024. (AP Photo/Carolyn Thompson, File)
January 31, 2025 at 8:42 PM

Eric Adams' attorney meets with Justice Department over federal case: Sources

Mayor Eric Adams’s attorney visited Justice Department headquarters Friday to discuss the future of the mayor’s criminal bribery case, sources told ABC News.
January 31, 2025 at 8:42 PM
In this Sept. 27, 2024, file photo, New York City Mayor Eric Adams and his lawyer Alex Spiro hold a press conference at the federal court after his arraignment on bribery and fraud charges in New York.
January 31, 2025 at 11:49 AM

Tour boat captain gets prison after boat capsizes off NYC, killing woman and child

The captain of an unauthorized tour boat is headed to prison after his vessel capsized in the Hudson River, killing a woman and a 7-year-old child
January 31, 2025 at 11:49 AM
January 30, 2025 at 3:55 PM

New York City police searching for 6 subway train joyriders

New York City police are searching for a group of people they say took a subway train on a joyride
January 30, 2025 at 3:55 PM
January 29, 2025 at 10:00 PM

NYC Mayor Adams' case discussed by DOJ, including dropping altogether: Sources

The Justice Department has had discussions about the future of the corruption case against New York City Mayor Eric Adams.
January 29, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Mayor Eric Adams speaks during State of the City address on Jan. 9, 2025, in New York City.
January 29, 2025 at 7:42 PM

Ex-fire chief in New York City pleads guilty in corruption scandal

A former New York City Fire Department chief has pleaded guilty to a conspiracy charge, admitting that he and others agreed to accept $190,000 in bribes to speed safety inspections for customers of a former city firefighter
January 29, 2025 at 7:42 PM
FILE - This combo of Feb. 7, 2023 images provided by the Fire Department of the City of New York, shows Brian Cordasco, left, and Anthony Saccavino, two former NYFD chiefs arrested on Sept. 16, 2024, on charges that they solicited tens of thousands of dollars in bribes to provide preferential treatment in the department's fire prevention bureau. (Fire Department of the City of New York via AP, File)
January 28, 2025 at 10:33 PM

'I'm going to die': Subway shove survivor recounts near-death experience

A man who was pushed onto New York City subway tracks in the path of an oncoming train is recounting the harrowing, near-death experience.
January 28, 2025 at 10:33 PM
Subway survivor Joseph Lynskey speaks with ABC News.
January 27, 2025 at 6:38 PM

State trooper who allegedly 'staged' shooting surrenders on criminal charges

A New York state trooper who claimed to have been shot in the line of duty in October is now facing criminal charges for having allegedly "staged" the shooting.
January 27, 2025 at 6:38 PM
A New York State Police patch is seen on a State Trooper's arm inside the Jacob Javits Convention Center on Jan. 13, 2021.
January 27, 2025 at 5:23 PM

New York City Mayor Adams to have 'routine' medical tests, limit schedule

"Over the last few days, Mayor Adams hasn't been feeling his best," Fabien Levy, deputy mayor for communications, said on social media late Sunday.
January 27, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Mayor Eric Adams speaks during State of the City address on Jan. 9, 2025 in New York City.
January 27, 2025 at 12:40 PM

NYC Mayor Adams to have 'routine' medical tests, limit schedule

"Over the last few days, Mayor Adams hasn't been feeling his best," Fabien Levy, deputy mayor for communications, said on social media late Sunday.
January 27, 2025 at 12:40 PM
"Over the last few days, Mayor Adams hasn't been feeling his best," Fabien Levy, deputy mayor for communications, said on social media late Sunday.
January 23, 2025 at 6:12 PM

Long Island farm kills 100,000 ducks amid bird flu outbreak

Crescent Duck Farm in Aquebogue, New York, said it was forced to cease operations and euthanize its entire flock of ducks.
January 23, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Crescent Duck Farm in Aquebogue, New York, said it was forced to cease operations and euthanize its entire flock of ducks.
January 23, 2025 at 5:21 PM

Farm forced to euthanize more than 100,000 ducks after bird flu detected

A farm in Long Island, New York, is being forced to euthanize its flock of more than 100,000 ducks after health officials detected cases of bird flu.
January 23, 2025 at 5:21 PM
In this undated stock photo, ducks are seen standing in a farm.
January 23, 2025 at 8:06 AM

New York man arrested for injecting fake Botox

A suspect is currently in custody, facing allegations of procuring counterfeit Botox from China and administering it to patients without possessing the necessary medical license.
January 23, 2025 at 8:06 AM
VIDEO: New York man arrested for injecting fake Botox
January 23, 2025 at 1:18 AM

New York Rangers rescue Moose in the ice

Last week, New York conservation officials successfully rescued an adult moose from a very precarious situation.
January 23, 2025 at 1:18 AM
VIDEO: New York Rangers rescue Moose in the ice
January 22, 2025 at 2:35 PM

New York governor introduces cellphone ban proposal

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Tuesday a proposal to ban smartphones from hallways, classrooms and during lunchtime.
January 22, 2025 at 2:35 PM
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul delivers the 2025 State of the State Address, Jan. 14, 2025, in Albany, N.Y.
January 22, 2025 at 1:50 AM

New York schools may implement cellphone ban

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Tuesday a proposal to ban smartphones from hallways, classrooms and during lunchtime.
January 22, 2025 at 1:50 AM
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Tuesday a proposal to ban smartphones from hallways, classrooms and during lunchtime.
January 21, 2025 at 10:23 PM

Governor asks Trump to 'reexamine' nation's first congestion pricing plan

The plan, which launched on Jan. 5, newly charges passenger vehicles $9 to access Manhattan below 60th Street during peak hours.
January 21, 2025 at 10:23 PM
A congestion pricing toll as seen near the Lincoln Tunnel in New York City, Jan. 13, 2025.
January 18, 2025 at 1:42 AM

NYC bus hangs off overpass after crash into guardrail

The bus went partially over the edge in the Bronx early Friday. It didn't have any passengers, and no one was injured. A union official said the driver lost control while moving around a parked car. 
January 18, 2025 at 1:42 AM
NYC bus hangs off overpass after crash into guardrail
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NYC Mayor Eric Adams meeting with Trump on Friday, his office says

The meeting will be the latest correspondence between the incoming Trump administration and Mayor Eric Adams, who last month met with incoming border czar Tom Homan.
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The meeting will be the latest correspondence between the incoming Trump administration and Mayor Eric Adams, who last month met with incoming border czar Tom Homan.
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More cops put on NYC subways after horrific crimes

New York City Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Thursday that she is deploying more police officers to the New York City subway system.
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Police officers patrol the F train platform at the Coney Island-Stillwell Avenue Station, Dec. 26, 2024, in New York.
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Amid rising 'anxiety' over crime, governor deploys more cops to NYC subway system

New York City Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Thursday that she is deploying more police officers to the New York City subway system.
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New York City Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Thursday that she is deploying more police officers to the New York City subway system.
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Federal judge denies Alexander brothers bail in sex trafficking case

More than 40 women claim they were drugged and sexually assaulted by Miami and New York real estate brokers Oren and Tal Alexander, along with their brother Alon. The defense denies the allegations.
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VIDEO: Federal judge denies Alexander brothers bail in sex trafficking case
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NYC's new congestion pricing program is working, MTA says

Preliminary data from the first week of New York City's highly debated congestion pricing program shows the country's first plan of its kind is working, officials said.
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Cars drive by a congestion pricing toll near Columbus Circle in New York City, Jan. 2025.
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NYC's new congestion pricing program is ‘working’ with less traffic, MTA says

Mayor Eric Adams called congestion pricing a "major change" for New Yorkers and said the city will be analyzing the data to see what we "need to do better."
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Mayor Eric Adams called congestion pricing a "major change" for New Yorkers and said the city will be analyzing the data to see what we "need to do better."
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14-year-old killed in 'unprovoked stabbing,' suspect arrested

A man has been charged in the fatal stabbing on Friday of a 14-year-old in the Bronx that police described as a "random and unprovoked attack."
1 month ago
Suspect Waldo Mejia was arrested for the murder of 14-year-old Caleb Rijos in New York City, Jan. 11, 2025.
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Inside the Animal Care Centers of NYC

See how working with animals can be a great hobby and how to get involved, no matter your age.
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VIDEO: Inside the Animal Care Centers of NYC
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DA to seek 'most severe punishment' in subway torching death of woman

The man charged with burning a woman to death on a New York City subway train pleaded not guilty Tuesday to murder and arson charges.
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Sebastian Zapeta, center, accused of burning a woman to death inside a New York City subway train, appears in Kings County Supreme Court for an arraignment, Jan. 7, 2025, in New York.
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Suspect in NYC subway burning death pleads not guilty

The suspect, Sebastian Zapeta-Calil, who police said is an undocumented migrant from Guatemala, set a woman on fire as she slept on a New York City subway train last month.
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The suspect, Sebastian Zapeta-Calil, who police said is an undocumented migrant from Guatemala, set a woman on fire as she slept on a New York City subway train last month.
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FBI uncovers 'additional criminal conduct' by NYC Mayor Eric Adams: Prosecutors

The FBI has uncovered “additional criminal conduct” by New York City Mayor Eric Adams, federal prosecutors said in a new court filing Tuesday.
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New York City Mayor Eric Adams is interviewed on Dec. 18, 2024, in New York.
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NYC drivers face 1st workday commute with new tolls

The congestion pricing toll for drivers entering Manhattan below 60th Street began Monday, with Gov. Kathy Hochul pledging to closely analyze pricing data and adjust the program if necessary.
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VIDEO: NYC drivers face 1st workday commute with new tolls