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Judge frees New York man after sentencing him to 5 life terms 27 years ago

Walter "King Tut" Johnson was sentenced to five life terms in 1997 by a judge who later released him from prison after 27 years.

CBS News - 15h

Inside Lucas Samaras’s New York Apartment

Lucas Samaras lived and worked on the 62nd floor of a Midtown building, transforming the space into a creative retreat unlike any other.

The New York Times - 2d

Trump Moves to Cancel New York City’s Congestion Pricing

The move will halt the program that charges most drivers $9 to enter much of Manhattan.

Inc. - 3d

Six New York prison workers indicted for murder in beating death of inmate

Assault on Robert Brooks in December caught on body cameras, triggering widespread outrage and calls for justice. Six New York prison workers have been indicted for second-degree murder in the ...

The Guardian - 2d

Pam Bondi Derides Eric Adams Indictment in New York as ‘Incredibly Weak’

At a conservative conference, Pam Bondi calls the case against New York Mayor Eric Adams “incredibly weak.”

The New York Times - 2d

New York Gov. Hochul won't remove Mayor Eric Adams 'at this time'

The DOJ is seeking to dismiss its criminal case against Eric Adams, citing the need for the mayor's cooperation on Trump immigration policies.

CNBC - 2d

Reporter's Notebook: A look back at 1939 Nazi rally in New York City

On this day in 1939, 20,000 people attended a Nazi rally at Madison Square Garden. Months earlier, Nazis in Germany had killed nearly 100 Jewish citizens in one night and sent 30,000 more to ...

CBS News - 2d

Facing Trump’s Threats, New York’s Governor Adopts a ‘Rambo’ Attitude

Gov. Kathy Hochul has embraced a more aggressive stance as she takes on President Trump, deals with Mayor Eric Adams and nears a competitive election next year.

The New York Times - 2d

New York Yankees announce change to longstanding facial hair policy

Yankees will allow players to wear ‘well-groomed beards’ Strict policy was imposed by George Steinbrenner in 1976 The New York Yankees dropped their ban on beards Friday, 49 years after it was ...

The Guardian - 2d

Accused UnitedHealthcare CEO killer to appear in New York court

Luigi Mangione, the man accused of gunning down UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, is expected to appear in a New York courtroom on Friday. The 26-year-old is charged with first degree murder. ...

CBS News - 2d

Will New York Force More Mentally Ill People Into Treatment?

Gov. Kathy Hochul has proposed changes to the state’s mental health laws, but they face opposition from lawmakers and civil-rights groups.

The New York Times - 2d

New York Yankees drop beard ban after 49 years

The New York Yankees are changing their facial hair policy. Going forward, players and coaches are allowed to have "well-groomed beards."

CBS News - 2d

New York doctor faces criminal charges in Louisiana for prescribing abortion pills

Dr. Margaret Carpenter, who legally practices in New York, is fighting extradition after Louisiana officials charged her for mailing abortion pills. As restrictive state laws clash with legal ...

CBS News - 2d

The New York Giants are at a crossroads: Is it time to draft a quarterback? | Football 301

With the Giants holding the third pick in the draft, the chatter around possibly selecting a new quarterback grows louder. But should they trade down?

Yahoo Sports - 1d

What happened in Luigi Mangione's New York City status hearing

Luigi Mangione, the man accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, appeared for a status hearing in New York state court on Friday. CBS News political reporter and attorney Katrina ...

CBS News - 1d

The New York Yankees’ repeal of their facial hair policy is simply business

Ending their decades-long ban on facial hair and bringing beards back to the Bronx had to be done to prop up New York’s declining competitive advantage. One of the last vestiges of George ...

The Guardian - 1d

A look back at New York City's historic Floyd Bennett Field

Visitors to New York City probably know the names of the city's largest airports, LaGuardia and JFK. But the city's first airport is a little less known. Floyd Bennett Field helped create air ...

CBS News - 1d

New York City’s Ukrainian community ‘disappointed’ after Trump’s ‘betrayal’

As the US upends decades of foreign policy, those watching the war unfold from miles away resolve to stand strong. Members of New York’s large Ukrainian community expressed a mix of ...

The Guardian - 8h

New York Red Bulls go into win now mode and lean on experienced players as new MLS season kicks off

The Red Bulls made a surprise run to MLS Cup last season, losing to the LA Galaxy in the final

CBS Sports - 1d

New York sues vape distributors over Elf Bar and other fruit and candy e-cigarettes

New York is suing several large electronic cigarette distributors for allegedly selling vaping flavors that can appeal to children

ABC News - 3d

Murder charges announced in death of Robert Brooks, man beaten by New York prison officers

Murder charges have been announced in the death of Robert Brooks, a 43-year-old inmate who was beaten by guards at an upstate New York prison in December.

NBC News - 2d

Marshall Rose, Who Helped Revive Two New York Institutions, Dies at 88

A real estate developer, he was instrumental in revitalizing the New York Public Library and transforming Bryant Park from a dangerous dead zone into a glorious sanctuary.

The New York Times - 2d

Mom of Sam Nordquist, transgender man tortured and killed in New York, slams police response

The mother of a Minnesota transgender man who was tortured and killed in upstate New York suggested that his death was preventable if local authorities had "done their jobs."

NBC News - 2d

Life with 7 kids: Hilaria and Alec Baldwin open up their $16 million New York home for reality series

Alec and Hilaria Baldwin are making a new TLC reality series that will reveal an intimate glimpse inside their lives as parents to seven children.

MarketWatch - 2d

‘I’m collaborating’: how New York City’s mayor gave in to Trump’s migrant crackdown

Eric Adams, mayor of the US’s largest city, is caught up in a swirl of indictments, immigrants, Rikers and Donald Trump. This Valentine’s Day, a new political power couple said their vows on the ...

The Guardian - 2d

New York Yankees reverse decades-old facial hair policy, will allow 'well-groomed beards'

New York Yankees players will finally be able to sport beards, the team announced on Friday, shaving the club's "outdated" and "unreasonable" grooming policy.

NBC News - 1d

MSG Networks reaches deal with Altice USA to bring back New York Knicks, Rangers games

Altice USA ends blackout with MSG Networks, restores New York Knicks, Rangers, Islanders, Devils games.

CNBC - 20h

Juan Soto hits a 426-foot home run in his first at-bat for the New York Mets

Juan Soto has homered in his first spring training at-bat for his new team, hitting a solo shot to left-center field in the first inning for the New York Mets against Houston

ABC News - 20h

Among Us 3D Is A New Game That Brings Together PC And VR Players, Free Demo Out Soon

Innersloth has made a series of Among Us announcements, including a brand-new game: Among Us 3D. A demo for the game, which shifts the perspective to a first-person view, will be available during ...

GameSpot - 3d

New DNA evidence frees Hawaii man who spent 30 years in prison for murder

HONOLULU — A Hawaii man who spent 30 years in prison for a murder he long denied committing declared the day “Freedom Friday” and said he was eager to visit his mother after a judge ordered him ...

NBC News - 1d

MLB free agent tracker: Pirates add Andrew Heaney, Alex Bregman finally finds new home with Red Sox

With spring training open, the free-agent market is just about tapped

CBS Sports - 4h

Inter Miami vs. New York City FC odds, Messi predictions: 2025 MLS picks for Feb. 22 from top expert

SportsLine's Brandt Sutton reveals his picks for the MLS matchup between Lionel Messi and Inter Miami vs. New York City FC on Saturday

CBS Sports - 19h

Meta’s ‘free speech’ revamp divides oversight board

Independent body searches for ways to hold social media group to account over content moderation and hate speech changes

Financial Times - 2d

Police Officer Killed in Hospital Shooting in York County, Pa., Officials Say

Officials said the gunman was fatally shot by the police and that two officers and three staff members at UPMC Memorial hospital in York County, Pa., were wounded but were in stable condition.

The New York Times - 18h

Police officer, gunman killed after shots fired at York, Pennsylvania hospital

A gunman, armed with a handgun and carrying zip ties, went inside UPMC's ICU, and took staffers hostage before he was ultimately killed by police in a shootout, the York County DA said.

CBS News - 6h

Split Fiction Cross-Play And Friend's Pass Free Access Explained

EA and Hazelight Studios have revealed information about how Split Fiction's Friend's Pass and cross-play between different platforms work. There's even a free trial for players who don't own the ...

GameSpot - 3d

A Pair Of Great Star Wars RPGs Are Free For Android Owners Right Now

Following its recent launch, the mobile Epic Games Store is continuing to roll out free games on Android worldwide and iOS in the European Union. Two new arrivals are particularly good ones worth ...

GameSpot - 2d