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Newtown High School in Elmhurst, Queens has been around for more than a century, but has never had a football team.
Next season, that all changes. http://specne.ws/wHAJf1
Next season, that all changes. http://specne.ws/wHAJf1
Queens high school gets first football program in 128-year history
This past fall was all about teaching kids the game.
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December 18, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Newtown High School in Elmhurst, Queens has been around for more than a century, but has never had a football team.
Next season, that all changes. http://specne.ws/wHAJf1
Next season, that all changes. http://specne.ws/wHAJf1
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has named Sherif Soliman as the next director of the Mayor’s Office of Management and Budget, a role that will involve overseeing city finances and helping implement the incoming administration’s agenda. http://specne.ws/cwF34A
Mamdani appoints veteran city official as budget director
Sherif Soliman will be director of the Office of Management and Budget.
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December 18, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has named Sherif Soliman as the next director of the Mayor’s Office of Management and Budget, a role that will involve overseeing city finances and helping implement the incoming administration’s agenda. http://specne.ws/cwF34A
The City Council could be going out with a bang on Thursday while holding its final stated meeting of the session.
As many as 70 bills could be voted, with some already facing opposition.
Read more: http://specne.ws/czThcX
As many as 70 bills could be voted, with some already facing opposition.
Read more: http://specne.ws/czThcX
Council to hold last stated meeting of term
As many as 70 bills could be voted, with some already facing opposition.
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December 18, 2025 at 12:52 AM
The City Council could be going out with a bang on Thursday while holding its final stated meeting of the session.
As many as 70 bills could be voted, with some already facing opposition.
Read more: http://specne.ws/czThcX
As many as 70 bills could be voted, with some already facing opposition.
Read more: http://specne.ws/czThcX
The New York Working Families Party ditched a longtime political ally Tuesday by endorsing an insurgent state Senate candidate — while also sending a message to moderate Gov. Kathy Hochul ahead of her 2026 reelection. http://specne.ws/NTHq7z
Working Families Party makes early endorsements
The party voted to back Assemblywoman Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas over State Sen. Jessica Ramos.
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December 17, 2025 at 5:30 PM
The New York Working Families Party ditched a longtime political ally Tuesday by endorsing an insurgent state Senate candidate — while also sending a message to moderate Gov. Kathy Hochul ahead of her 2026 reelection. http://specne.ws/NTHq7z
Energy companies have proposed or are building 180 battery energy storage systems citywide, according to the Department of Buildings.
But in Manor Heights on Staten Island, some are unhappy about where they're being built. http://specne.ws/2QM3ig
But in Manor Heights on Staten Island, some are unhappy about where they're being built. http://specne.ws/2QM3ig
Battery energy storage system sparks controversy on Staten Island
NineDot Energy plans to officially turn it on in the summer of 2026.
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December 17, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Energy companies have proposed or are building 180 battery energy storage systems citywide, according to the Department of Buildings.
But in Manor Heights on Staten Island, some are unhappy about where they're being built. http://specne.ws/2QM3ig
But in Manor Heights on Staten Island, some are unhappy about where they're being built. http://specne.ws/2QM3ig
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Wednesday that she will support a bill legalizing medically assisted suicide for terminally ill adults with less than six months to live, once it is amended. http://specne.ws/8Dcxpz
Hochul says she'll sign amended 'Medical Aid in Dying' Act
Gov. Hochul said she will sign the amended bill in January.
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December 17, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Wednesday that she will support a bill legalizing medically assisted suicide for terminally ill adults with less than six months to live, once it is amended. http://specne.ws/8Dcxpz
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani is working on beefing up his incoming administration, with aides reportedly sorting through over 72,000 resumes to fill thousands of vacancies in city government.
Read more: http://specne.ws/X68c9K
Read more: http://specne.ws/X68c9K
Mamdani transition team sorts through 72,000 resumes, seeks senior staff hires
Around 100 staffers are working with a $3 million budget, according to a transition spokeswoman
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December 17, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani is working on beefing up his incoming administration, with aides reportedly sorting through over 72,000 resumes to fill thousands of vacancies in city government.
Read more: http://specne.ws/X68c9K
Read more: http://specne.ws/X68c9K
The Hope Center in Harlem has provided New Yorkers with free therapy sessions for nearly a decade.
The center is now expanding its reach.
Read more: http://specne.ws/fVyc4i
The center is now expanding its reach.
Read more: http://specne.ws/fVyc4i
New mobile mental health services unit coming to Harlem
A new grant for the Hope Center will bring care to New Yorkers in need where they are.
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December 16, 2025 at 3:30 AM
The Hope Center in Harlem has provided New Yorkers with free therapy sessions for nearly a decade.
The center is now expanding its reach.
Read more: http://specne.ws/fVyc4i
The center is now expanding its reach.
Read more: http://specne.ws/fVyc4i
For the third time, cane in hand, former MTA train operator Myran Pollack walked into a Brooklyn courtroom to recall how his life changed on Oct. 8, 2024.
Read more: http://specne.ws/zoqQHZ
Read more: http://specne.ws/zoqQHZ
Bronx man gets 15 years in prison for stabbing MTA employee
Pollack says he contemplated suicide because the pain is so bad and sees a therapist weekly for PTSD, yet he forgives Davalos.
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December 16, 2025 at 3:00 AM
For the third time, cane in hand, former MTA train operator Myran Pollack walked into a Brooklyn courtroom to recall how his life changed on Oct. 8, 2024.
Read more: http://specne.ws/zoqQHZ
Read more: http://specne.ws/zoqQHZ
It’s been more than a month since Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has made any key appointments.
But this week, incoming First Deputy Mayor Dean Fuleihan says that’s going to change.
Read more: http://specne.ws/tDHphc
But this week, incoming First Deputy Mayor Dean Fuleihan says that’s going to change.
Read more: http://specne.ws/tDHphc
Sources: Mamdani to announce key fiscal appointments
Sources told NY1 that Sherif Soliman is expected to be named the director of the Mayor’s Office of Management and Budget.
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December 16, 2025 at 2:30 AM
It’s been more than a month since Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has made any key appointments.
But this week, incoming First Deputy Mayor Dean Fuleihan says that’s going to change.
Read more: http://specne.ws/tDHphc
But this week, incoming First Deputy Mayor Dean Fuleihan says that’s going to change.
Read more: http://specne.ws/tDHphc
Mark Ruffalo joined NY1's Annika Pergament, weighing in on the death of Rob Reiner, who he worked with in the movie "Rumor Has it."
December 15, 2025 at 11:48 PM
Mark Ruffalo joined NY1's Annika Pergament, weighing in on the death of Rob Reiner, who he worked with in the movie "Rumor Has it."
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani is set to retain Jessica Tisch as NYPD commissioner. In case you’re not familiar with her, Ayana Harry gets you up to speed.
December 15, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani is set to retain Jessica Tisch as NYPD commissioner. In case you’re not familiar with her, Ayana Harry gets you up to speed.
At A&C Superette on Staten Island, the sandwiches aren’t just lunch, they’re a family affair.
Read more: http://specne.ws/D1edTR
Read more: http://specne.ws/D1edTR
A taste of tradition: Staten Island deli keeps Italian family legacy alive
One family is spreading their Italian heritage all over Staten Island.
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December 15, 2025 at 6:15 PM
At A&C Superette on Staten Island, the sandwiches aren’t just lunch, they’re a family affair.
Read more: http://specne.ws/D1edTR
Read more: http://specne.ws/D1edTR
At Breads Bakery, Hanukkah means the return of sufganiyah and latkes, with the beloved fried treats drawing crowds eager to taste a holiday tradition rooted in the miracle of oil.
Read more: http://specne.ws/zrFmiF
Read more: http://specne.ws/zrFmiF
Sufganiyah season begins as Breads Bakery celebrates Hanukkah
The seasonal items are only available for a limited time.
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December 15, 2025 at 5:30 PM
At Breads Bakery, Hanukkah means the return of sufganiyah and latkes, with the beloved fried treats drawing crowds eager to taste a holiday tradition rooted in the miracle of oil.
Read more: http://specne.ws/zrFmiF
Read more: http://specne.ws/zrFmiF
Hundreds gathered at the world’s largest menorah in Midtown to mark the first night of Hanukkah, dedicating the ceremony to victims of a deadly antisemitic attack in Sydney and standing in solidarity.
Read more: http://specne.ws/LrC225
Read more: http://specne.ws/LrC225
Menorah lighting in Midtown honors victims of deadly Hanukkah attack abroad
City leaders condemned the violence and pledged increased security.
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December 15, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Hundreds gathered at the world’s largest menorah in Midtown to mark the first night of Hanukkah, dedicating the ceremony to victims of a deadly antisemitic attack in Sydney and standing in solidarity.
Read more: http://specne.ws/LrC225
Read more: http://specne.ws/LrC225
New Yorkers make great neighbors…even to those living in New Jersey and Connecticut! NY1 is now available in parts of NJ and CT on Xfinity (and Spectrum) internet.
December 15, 2025 at 4:38 PM
New Yorkers make great neighbors…even to those living in New Jersey and Connecticut! NY1 is now available in parts of NJ and CT on Xfinity (and Spectrum) internet.
New York City was blanketed by its first significant snowfall of the season Sunday, with Staten Island seeing the highest totals before frigid, dangerous cold settled in.
Read more: http://specne.ws/eUkDUU
Read more: http://specne.ws/eUkDUU
NYC gets first significant snowfall of the season as bitter cold follows
Temperatures are expected to plummet Sunday afternoon.
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December 15, 2025 at 4:05 PM
New York City was blanketed by its first significant snowfall of the season Sunday, with Staten Island seeing the highest totals before frigid, dangerous cold settled in.
Read more: http://specne.ws/eUkDUU
Read more: http://specne.ws/eUkDUU
Cheryl Wills is joined by Share for Life founder and CEO Janine Saulsbury to discuss giving back to the community, including turkey giveaways and toy drives.
Watch the full "In Focus" interview here: http://specne.ws/4fgMu3
Watch the full "In Focus" interview here: http://specne.ws/4fgMu3
December 14, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Cheryl Wills is joined by Share for Life founder and CEO Janine Saulsbury to discuss giving back to the community, including turkey giveaways and toy drives.
Watch the full "In Focus" interview here: http://specne.ws/4fgMu3
Watch the full "In Focus" interview here: http://specne.ws/4fgMu3
Cheryl Wills talks to B.R.O. Experience founder Barry Cooper about the struggles of getting funding and resources needed for the community as a Black nonprofit leader.
Watch the full "In Focus" interview here: http://specne.ws/eQn67Z
Watch the full "In Focus" interview here: http://specne.ws/eQn67Z
December 14, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Cheryl Wills talks to B.R.O. Experience founder Barry Cooper about the struggles of getting funding and resources needed for the community as a Black nonprofit leader.
Watch the full "In Focus" interview here: http://specne.ws/eQn67Z
Watch the full "In Focus" interview here: http://specne.ws/eQn67Z
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani announced his elected advisory committee on Friday.
The group includes Gov. Kathy Hochul, Brooklyn Rep. Hakeem Jeffries and state Attorney General Letitia James.
Read more: http://specne.ws/tu1Sso
The group includes Gov. Kathy Hochul, Brooklyn Rep. Hakeem Jeffries and state Attorney General Letitia James.
Read more: http://specne.ws/tu1Sso
Mamdani announces elected advisory committee
It’s a group composed of more than 100 elected officials.
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December 13, 2025 at 12:19 AM
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani announced his elected advisory committee on Friday.
The group includes Gov. Kathy Hochul, Brooklyn Rep. Hakeem Jeffries and state Attorney General Letitia James.
Read more: http://specne.ws/tu1Sso
The group includes Gov. Kathy Hochul, Brooklyn Rep. Hakeem Jeffries and state Attorney General Letitia James.
Read more: http://specne.ws/tu1Sso
As visitors explore the galleries at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, there’s a whole team right below them preserving the museum’s historic pieces of art. Roger Clark gets an inside look from Ted Hunter, an armorer and conservator in the Arms and Armor Department.
December 12, 2025 at 11:21 PM
As visitors explore the galleries at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, there’s a whole team right below them preserving the museum’s historic pieces of art. Roger Clark gets an inside look from Ted Hunter, an armorer and conservator in the Arms and Armor Department.
The Upper West Side will soon have a skyscraper only 50 feet shorter than the Empire State Building. It all comes down to one rule: air rights. Annika Pergament explains.
December 12, 2025 at 7:18 PM
The Upper West Side will soon have a skyscraper only 50 feet shorter than the Empire State Building. It all comes down to one rule: air rights. Annika Pergament explains.
A new report outlines changes the city could make to its half-price transit fare program.
Currently, only about 37% of those who qualify are enrolled. http://specne.ws/xDpfZk
Currently, only about 37% of those who qualify are enrolled. http://specne.ws/xDpfZk
New report recommends massive Fair Fares expansion
Current enrollment is just over 360,000, or about 37% of those who qualify.
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December 12, 2025 at 7:15 PM
A new report outlines changes the city could make to its half-price transit fare program.
Currently, only about 37% of those who qualify are enrolled. http://specne.ws/xDpfZk
Currently, only about 37% of those who qualify are enrolled. http://specne.ws/xDpfZk
Citing safety issues, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy threatened to withhold millions of dollars in federal funding from New York if it doesn’t comply within 30 days to DOT regulations for worker eligibility. http://specne.ws/GFcwUu
DOT threatens funding for NY over foreign commercial driver's licenses
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said 53% of the licenses issued to foreign truck drivers in the state were done so illegally
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December 12, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Citing safety issues, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy threatened to withhold millions of dollars in federal funding from New York if it doesn’t comply within 30 days to DOT regulations for worker eligibility. http://specne.ws/GFcwUu
Megababe founder Katie Sturino has always said it was her dream to do “Weather on the 1s,” so today, we handed her the clicker!
Watch her make her NY1 debut with a little help from meteorologist Guy Brown. 🌤️
Watch her make her NY1 debut with a little help from meteorologist Guy Brown. 🌤️
December 12, 2025 at 4:48 PM
Megababe founder Katie Sturino has always said it was her dream to do “Weather on the 1s,” so today, we handed her the clicker!
Watch her make her NY1 debut with a little help from meteorologist Guy Brown. 🌤️
Watch her make her NY1 debut with a little help from meteorologist Guy Brown. 🌤️