Politics Nov 04 Ocasio-Cortez apologizes to critic she blocked on Twitter In a statement, the Democrat said she had reconsidered her decision, as part of the settlement of a federal lawsuit that Dov Hikind had brought against her this year.
Politics Oct 11 Judge blocks Trump rule that would deny green cards to poorer immigrants U.S. District Judge George Daniels' ruling came just four days before the Trump administration was set to start enforcing new rules that would disqualify immigrants from getting legal U.S. residency if they were likely to become a burden on public…
Nation Oct 08 Lawsuits around U.S. seek to block Trump’s public charge rule The rule is an aggressive step by the Trump administration in its efforts to rewrite the nation's immigration policies with its focus on effectively denying permanent resident status to many legal immigrants through how it defines a "public charge."…
Nation Sep 11 Serena Williams’ treatment at U.S. Open resonates among black women Some black women say they have to worry perpetually about how they're coming across to make sure they're not dismissed as angry or emotional.
Politics Jun 26 In an upset, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez beats top House Democrat in New York primary U.S. Rep. Joseph Crowley, a member of the Democratic House leadership, has been defeated by a 28-year-old challenger, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, in the Democratic congressional primary in New York.
Politics May 08 Manhattan DA to probe abuse allegations against New York AG Schneiderman The Manhattan District Attorney's office is investigating allegations of physical violence against women by New York Attorney General Eric Schniederman, who held himself out as a champion of women and a liberal foil to President Donald Trump.
Nation Mar 23 Sympathy for white Austin bomber stirs debate about race For many observers and activists, public comments about Mark Anthony Conditt were just the latest example in which a white suspect seemed to receive an injection of humanity that is less often extended to blacks, Muslims and others.
Politics Nov 05 Undocumented immigrants see this election as crucial Only full citizens can vote; legal immigrants who are green card holders also are not allowed to cast a ballot.
Politics Dec 23 Rep. Michael Grimm pleads guilty to federal tax evasion NEW YORK — U.S. Rep. Michael Grimm admitted Tuesday to federal tax evasion, pleading guilty to charges he had fought as he won re-election last fall but that now leave his congressional future in question.