Author: Newyorki

The race for New York City’s highest office has reached its most intense stage as the three leading candidates — Zohran Mamdani (Democrat), Andrew Cuomo (Independent), and Curtis Sliwa (Republican) — faced off in a heated final debate ahead of the November 4 election. Held at the CUNY Graduate Center in Midtown Manhattan, the debate featured sharp exchanges on crime, housing affordability, public transit, and the city’s economic future. Each candidate aimed to define their vision for post-pandemic recovery and distinguish themselves in a crowded political atmosphere that has kept voters highly divided. Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic nominee and state…

A large-scale immigration enforcement operation by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and federal agents on Canal Street in Chinatown has ignited outrage and protests throughout Manhattan. The coordinated raid, which took place early Thursday morning, resulted in the detention of four U.S. citizens who, according to legal representatives, have not been charged with any crime. Witnesses reported that federal officers surrounded several blocks along Canal Street, an area well-known for its street vendors and bustling trade in souvenirs and goods, some allegedly counterfeit. Videos shared online showed chaotic scenes as vendors attempted to flee and bystanders shouted at agents…

A tragic accident unfolded early this morning at a construction site in Manhattan’s Hudson Yards, where a worker fell from a height of roughly 50 feet to his death. According to the New York Police Department, the incident occurred shortly before 9 a.m. at 605 West 30th Street, a location currently under active development. Emergency responders rushed to the scene after receiving multiple 911 calls reporting a fall at the site. Despite immediate medical assistance, the worker was pronounced dead shortly after being transported to a nearby hospital. Officials from the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) and Occupational…

A large-scale federal enforcement operation in Lower Manhattan’s Chinatown has drawn strong public reaction after officers from the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and other federal agencies conducted raids along Canal Street, targeting vendors accused of selling counterfeit goods. According to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the operation aimed to dismantle long-standing networks involved in the sale of fake luxury items, including handbags, watches, and electronics. Agents, accompanied by NYPD officers, moved through several blocks of Canal Street, seizing merchandise and detaining individuals suspected of violating federal trade and immigration laws. Witnesses described chaotic scenes as dozens of…

As New York City heads into the final stretch before Election Day, the race for mayor has reached a fever pitch following a tense and combative final debate among the leading candidates: Zohran Mamdani (Democrat), Andrew Cuomo (Independent), and Curtis Sliwa (Republican). The live debate, hosted on Tuesday night, showcased sharp ideological divisions and fiery exchanges as each contender sought to convince undecided voters in a city grappling with economic recovery, public safety, and housing affordability. Mamdani, representing the progressive wing of the Democratic Party, emphasized social equity, housing justice, and police reform. “New Yorkers deserve leadership that prioritizes people…

In a major step toward financial relief and healthcare equity, New York City Mayor Eric Adams has unveiled a new initiative aimed at cancelling medical debts for over 75,000 working-class New Yorkers. The program, valued at more than $2 billion, is expected to benefit roughly half a million residents across the city. The initiative targets individuals burdened by unpaid hospital bills — a financial strain that has long trapped many families in cycles of poverty and anxiety. The city will partner with nonprofit organizations and healthcare providers to identify eligible cases and erase qualifying debts. Officials emphasize that this effort…

The New York City Police Department (NYPD) has announced a large-scale recruitment campaign titled “Back the Blue”, aimed at rebuilding its depleted ranks after losing more than 14,000 officers since 2020. The initiative comes as city officials express growing concern over staffing shortages that have stretched the force and strained response times across the five boroughs. According to NYPD Commissioner Edward Caban, the department currently employs just over 29,000 active officers, down significantly from the pre-pandemic figure of nearly 43,000. The new campaign seeks to bring the total back to 35,000 officers by January 2026, marking one of the largest…

A major federal operation in Manhattan’s Chinatown district has ignited outrage after Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents, alongside other federal officers, carried out a large-scale raid targeting sellers of counterfeit goods near Canal Street. The raid led to multiple arrests, street clashes, and a wave of protests denouncing what many described as “heavy-handed” tactics against immigrant vendors. According to witnesses, armored vehicles and agents in tactical gear stormed several storefronts and sidewalk stalls early Tuesday morning, confiscating large quantities of bags, watches, and electronics alleged to be counterfeit. The operation quickly descended into chaos as crowds of vendors and…

Global stock markets fell on Wednesday following disappointing quarterly forecasts from streaming giant Netflix, which weighed on investor sentiment and triggered broader declines across the technology sector. Netflix’s lower-than-expected revenue outlook sparked a sell-off in major tech shares, with analysts pointing to concerns about slowing subscriber growth and rising competition in the streaming industry. The company’s cautious guidance also raised doubts about the resilience of consumer spending in the digital entertainment market. The Nasdaq Composite and S&P 500 both slipped in early trading, while European and Asian markets mirrored the decline amid heightened investor caution. Shares of other major tech…

Governor Kathy Hochul has vetoed a bill aimed at expanding emergency medical services (EMS) staffing for 911 calls in New York City, citing concerns that legislation alone cannot solve the system’s underlying workforce and training challenges. The proposed measure, backed by state legislators and the EMS Workers Association, sought to mandate additional emergency crews on duty to improve response times and address chronic staff shortages. Proponents argued that the bill would enhance public safety and reduce burnout among first responders. However, in her veto statement, Hochul said that “the issue is not simply about adding positions but ensuring qualified personnel…