New York City bill aims to ban toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in firefighting gear

The murder trial of Brian Walshe continues in Massachusetts, where prosecutors presented recordings and digital evidence indicating he searched for methods to dispose of human remains and details about an alleged affair. This evidence is central to the prosecution's case against Walshe, who is accused of murdering his wife, Ana Walshe.

New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani recently participated in a podcast interview where he sidestepped questions regarding Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer's leadership and whether he should be ousted, instead making a light-hearted comment about Schumer's resemblance to his father.

A significant initiative in New York aims to enhance safety for transgender individuals, driven by the legacy of a woman who continues to inspire change even after her passing. This effort reflects a community's resilience and commitment to supporting queer people during challenging times when many feel neglected by those in power.

New York's frontline nurses and leaders are expressing serious concerns over the implementation of artificial intelligence tools in the city's hospital system, claiming these technologies threaten both patient safety and their job security. The nurses argue that the introduction of AI is being done quietly and without adequate consultation or transparency.

A winter storm impacted the Midwest over the Thanksgiving weekend, bringing over a foot of snow and strong winds, leading to significant travel disruptions. Notably, a 45-car pile-up occurred on Interstate 78 in Indiana, and a Delta Air Lines plane skidded off the runway in Des Moines, Iowa, as 53 million people were under winter weather alerts from South Dakota to New York.

A Massachusetts man has been arrested for allegedly beating his parents and setting their home on fire, leaving them to die in the blaze. This shocking incident highlights the severe consequences of domestic violence and the potential for familial disputes to escalate into tragic outcomes.

Several protesters were arrested in New York City after blocking streets and exits to prevent federal agents from executing an immigration raid. The police reported that the demonstrators attempted to obstruct the agents' departure from a parking garage, highlighting tensions surrounding immigration enforcement actions in urban areas.

The New York Gaming Facility Location Board is scheduled to vote on Monday to award up to three casino licenses for the downstate New York area, a significant move in the state's gaming industry. This decision comes as part of ongoing efforts to expand gaming opportunities and enhance economic growth in the region.