Drug lords face federal charges in New York after transferred from Mexican prison

Rafael Caro Quintero, Notorious Mexican Drug Lord, Is Arraigned in New York

The move by Mexico to allow the transfer of Rafael Caro Quintero to the United States signaled a potentially new era of cooperation in the drug war.

The New York Times - 7h

Mexican drug lord pleads not guilty to killing of DEA agent after US extradition

Rafael Caro Quintero arraigned in New York over federal agent’s death after years as one of US’s most wanted men. After years as one of US authorities’ most wanted men, the Mexican drug cartel ...

The Guardian - 6h

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 - Feb. 21

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 - Feb. 20

Flight from New York to India diverted to Rome after security concern

Two Italian military fighter jets flanked American Airlines Flight 292 as it arrived but the Federal Aviation Administration did not elaborate on what was the security issue aboard the plane.

CBS News - 5d

Mexico sends cartel leader, other prisoners to U.S. to face charges

The Justice Department says the men taken into custody from Mexico "include leaders and managers of drug cartels recently designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations."

CBS News - 1d

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 - Feb. 20

'New York, New York' to play only after Yanks win

The Yankees will play Frank Sinatra's version of the "Theme From New York, New York" only after home wins instead of all games in the Bronx, going back to the original custom set by owner George ...

ESPN - 4d

The Yankees Won’t Play Sinatra’s ‘New York, New York’ After Losses

It’s been a big week for changes in the Bronx, as this shift in tradition comes just days after the team amended its longstanding facial hair policy.

The New York Times - 4d

U.S. charges Tajik man living in New York with conspiring to help ISIS

A Tajik man living in New York was arrested and charged with conspiring to provide material support to the ISIS and ISIS-K terrorist groups, according to court documents.

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 - Feb. 21

Hochul highlights New York state jobs for federal workers

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is launching a "You're Hired" campaign to recruit federal workers who are losing their jobs due to the Trump administration's program cuts.

The Hill - 3d

After fizzled tailgates, Falcons superfan 'Birdlady' faces criminal charges

Clients say they paid for parties, but when the goods didn't arrive, some called law enforcers for help.

ESPN - Feb. 21

Arizona governor signs order to fight Mexican cartels, drug trafficking at border

Gov. Katie Hobbs' order expands border security operations in four border counties, Yuma, Pima, Santa Cruz and Cochise.

CBS News - 3d

Deal reached to end illegal strike by New York state prison workers, governor says

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has announced an agreement to end a wildcat strike that has roiled the state’s prison system for more than a week

ABC News - 22h

Mexico extradites wanted drug lord to US in attempt to ward off tariffs

Rafael Caro Quintero, sought since 1985 for murder of DEA agent, among 29 prisoners sent across border

Financial Times - 1d

Drug lord convicted in Mexico of DEA agent's murder appears in US court

Rafael Caro Quintero was arraigned on multiple drug and weapons offenses in Brooklyn federal court following his extradition Thursday to the U.S. from Mexico.

ABC News - 5h

Yankees to play Frank Sinatra's 'New York, New York' only after wins in change to postgame tradition

The Yankees previously played the iconic song after both wins and losses

CBS Sports - 4d

Yankees will play Sinatra's 'New York, New York' only after home wins

The Yankees will play Frank Sinatra’s version of the “Theme From New York, New York” only after home wins instead of all games in the Bronx, going back to the original custom set by owner George ...

ABC News - 4d

WATCH: Horse rescued from icy pond in upstate New York

A horse that fell through the ice of an upstate New York pond was saved by rescuers who pulled together to free the animal from the frigid water.

ABC News - 1d

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 - Feb. 21

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 - 5d

3 dead and 2 injured after boat capsizes near New York

At least three people are dead and two are injured after a boat overturned near New York on Sunday, officials said.

NBC News - 5d

Three dead and one missing after boat sinks in New York City

Two others hospitalized after speed boat capsizes off Breezy Point, Queens, as Coast Guard continues search. Three people died, two others were hospitalized and one was missing after a boat sank ...

The Guardian - 4d

UK steelmakers face £150mn annual bill from carbon charges, industry warns

Decision to wind down free emission allowances is an ‘earthquake moment’ for producers

Financial Times - 5d

Michigan veterinarian faces theft charge after refusing to return homeless man's dog

A Michigan veterinarian says she rescued a distressed dog

ABC News - 3d

From pills to new uses, here's what Eli Lilly’s top scientist sees as the future of weight loss drugs

Eli Lilly Chief Scientific Officer Dan Skovronsky spoke to CNBC about obesity pills and more on the future of weight loss.

CNBC - Feb. 20

Federal workers demand help from Congress after firings, Musk's ultimatum

Federal workers are struggling to figure out what is happening with their jobs after Elon Musk's ultimatum to document their work or resign. Some are showing up at town halls nationwide, demanding ...

CBS News - 3d

Fighter jets escort flight from New York to Rome following security concern

Situation on American Airlines flight originally bound for New Delhi reportedly involved bomb threat sent by email. An American Airlines flight from New York to New Delhi landed safely in Rome on ...

The Guardian - 4d

Dead birds found on New York beach believed to have died from avian flu

At least 20 dead birds found on a small beach in East Patchogue, New York, are now being tested for avian flu, sparking concerns in the community. WNBC’s Pei-Sze Cheng reports.

NBC News - 17h

Revealed: how members of House of Lords benefit from commercial interests

Months-long Guardian investigation exposes weaknesses in code of conduct that could trigger calls for greater reform. Calls to toughen Lords rules as it is revealed one in 10 peers are paid for ...

The Guardian - 4d

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 - 6d

Kim Kardashian sued after mistakenly IDing New York man as Texas death row inmate on Instagram

Kim Kardashian is being sued for slander and libel after she posted an Instagram photo that inaccurately labeled a New York man as a Texas death row inmate.

NBC News - 4d

A fourth person is presumed dead after a boat sank off the coast of New York City

Three people died and a fourth person is presumed dead after a boat sank off the coast of New York City, authorities said Monday.

NBC News - 3d

Aaron Rodgers reportedly could stay in New York after all ... with lowly Giants

Giants reportedly shift interest after Stafford rejection Rodgers, 41, looks for new home after two years with Jets Big Blue pick third in draft after disastrous 3-14 season Aaron Rodgers’ goal ...

The Guardian - 2h

Mexico sends cartel suspects to U.S. to face charges

Mexico has sent 29 cartel suspects detained in Mexico to the U.S. to face charges. This comes as Mexico navigates potential new tariffs on goods sent to the U.S.

CBS News - 14h

10 former prison guards charged in death of inmate Robert Brooks

Ten former prison guards have been indicted in the killing of Robert Brooks, a prisoner who was incarcerated at the Marcy Correctional Facility in Marcy, New York.

ABC News - Feb. 20

Drug lords face federal charges in New York after transferred from Mexican prison

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