May 13, 2021
Court upholds life sentence for Mississippi man convicted of marijuana possession
Mississippi's Court of Appeals upheld Allen Russell's life sentence due to his status as a "habitual offender" from his past run-ins with the law including unlawful possession of a firearm...
Front-runners come under attack during lackluster debate for NYC mayor
Eric Adams and Andrew Yang became the prime targets during the first Democratic NYC mayoral debate. Yang and Adams were the only standouts from the other six candidates.
Far-left House Democrats break with Biden, blast Israel in speeches
A gaggle of far-left Democrats -- including members of the so-called "Squad" -- paraded onto the House floor Thursday night to deliver a series of rhetorical broadsides against Israel, with...
Outfielder's return to Mets looks near after big step
Brandon Nimmo’s return to the Mets appears imminent.
The best of the barbs traded at first NYC mayoral debate
The Zoom forum for the first televised Democratic primary mayoral debate didn't stop the rival candidates from slinging mud across their computer screens, prompting leading candidate Brooklyn Borough President Eric...
Woman hoarding gas flees police, catches on fire after crash
A South Carolina woman who was hoarding gasoline tried to flee police in a stolen car and crashed into a fiery wreck.
Expert rates the winners and losers of first televised NYC mayoral debate
Whose ideas and policies landed well? Former aide to Mayor John Lindsay Sid Davidoff examines the winners and losers from the first NYC mayoral debate.
Elon Musk's net worth takes a dive after SNL gig: report
The quirky billionaire's net worth has dropped by $20.5 billion since his less-than-starmaking comedy debut, Forbes estimated.
'Second' rate: Yang says Garcia is great runner up in mayoral debate
Frontrunner Andrew Yang said he'd list his more experienced rival Kathryn Garcia as his second choice for mayor during Thursday's debate for the Democratic primary election -- even after she...
NYC HS hoops teams left wondering if they'll play: 'hurting kids'
Cardozo's Shadmaan Khan is far from alone. Kids attending public schools across the five boroughs are waiting for the powers that be to provide an answer on a basketball season.
Matt Gaetz associate expected to plead guilty in federal case
Joel Greenberg is scheduled for a hearing in federal court next Monday and all indications point to him entering into a guilty plea. He is accused of sex trafficking a...
Massage therapist's sex scheme uncovered by Ohio State football
A massage therapist had sex with five Ohio State football players after offering them a rubdown, a report said. The 41-year-old woman’s sexual therapy sessions came to light after a...
Yankees ripped by Rays, blow shot to move into first place
The Yankees had a shot to move into first, but failed after their 9-2 blowout loss to the Rays on Thursday night at Tropicana Field.
Knicks rally for win to stay alive for No. 4 seed in East
The Knicks never cease to stop impressing with their fortitude and resiliency.
Shooting in Rhode Island leaves as many as 9 injured
The shooting was the largest in Providence's history, according to police.
Here's where NYC mayoral wannabes stand on vaccines in schools, remote learning
All eight of the Democratic candidates running for mayor said they oppose requiring that teachers get the coronavirus vaccine before the upcoming school year. But during the first mayoral debate...
TV crew attacked after filming fight for report on Miami Beach chaos
The crime beat hit a little too close to home for a Miami news crew Wednesday night when they were attacked while reporting a story about increasing lawlessness on South...
Man arrested for drilling holes in U-Hauls to steal gas
Jesse Smith was allegedly stealing gas from U-Hauls in Griffin, Georgia amid the shortage and spilling some in the street in the process.
Rangers get permission to interview top coach on radar
The Rangers were granted permission to interview Gerard Gallant for the team's vacant head-coaching job, according to a Thursday report by TSN's Darren Dreger.
Romney blasts DHS head over 'extremely damning' border crisis response
The Utah senator pushed back against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas about the surge in migrants at the southern border, calling for an answer to the situation.
Rangers legend leaves organization
Hall of Famer Brian Leetch, who served as the Rangers’ hockey operations adviser since 2017, resigned from the organization on Thursday.
Joe Judge looking forward to 'normal' rookie minicamp
Joe Judge was talking about the return of preseason games, after a one-year, pandemic-triggered hiatus, when he got to the heart of the matter, in terms of moving closer to...
'Been black all my life,' says Maya Wiley in mayoral debate
Mayoral hopeful Maya Wiley on Thursday said "I have been black all my life" before promising to defund the NYPD by $1 billion and shift the money to the city's...
Yankees outfielder has yet another injury
Yankees center fielder Aaron Hicks missed Thursday night's game with another injury. This time it's a sore wrist.
Under-the-radar colt a legit contender in Preakness Stakes
Midnight Bourbon, the third betting choice, could be the colt to win this Saturday's Preakness Stakes.
Delta will require new employees get COVID vaccine, CEO says
Delta will require that all new employees be vaccinated against the coronavirus, the airline's CEO said in an interview aired Thursday.
Laundering millions: Lottery winner throws $26M ticket in the wash
A California woman accidentally destroyed her winning lottery ticket by washing it with her laundry and now may miss out on $26 million.
TNT parts ways with analyst on eve of NBA playoffs
Chris Webber and TNT have agreed to part ways on the eve of the NBA playoffs, The Post has learned.
Biden's HUD secretary violated Hatch Act with election talk: watchdog
President Biden’s secretary of Housing and Urban Development violated the federal Hatch Act when she weighed in on the 2022 Ohio Senate election, reports said.
Yankees star off to historic start: Stunning numbers prove it
Before you dig up all of your superlatives to capture Gerrit Cole’s amazing 2021 launch, the right-hander offered one verbal shrug late Wednesday night.
What makes Luis Rojas the right man to lead Mets
Up front, it is worth pointing out that Luis Rojas has not accomplished anything yet. His baseball baptism might have come by fire after the Carlos Beltran disaster, but he...
The Black Keys celebrate 20 years together with a new blues album
On “Delta Kream,” their 10th studio album, the Black Keys celebrate their 20th anniversary by going back to their roots on 11 Mississippi hill country blues songs by greats such...
Biden inauguration priest resigns as Santa Clara U. president
The Jesuit priest who presided over the inaugural Mass for then President-elect Joe Biden resigned as president of Santa Clara University in California.
Fisherman chased by 11-foot alligator in terrifying video
A fisherman became the bait when he was chased by an alligator in the Everglades as seen in scary GoPro video footage.
Bill Maher contracts COVID despite being vaccinated
According to the report, no other staff or crew members from Maher's show have tested positive. The host said he "feels fine" despite testing positive for COVID.
Adolescents vaccinated in NYC as sites open to 12 to 15-year-olds
Tweens and young teens began getting COVID-19 vaccines in New York City.
Nets star's return gives Big 3 a vital opportunity
If James Harden is reunited with Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving, it won’t just be their first time playing together in nearly three months.
The week in whoppers: De Blasio's 'safe' city, Team Biden's 'supply crunch' and more
Diary of disturbing disinformation and dangerous delusions: This Quote: “I don’t think it will, honestly. . . . This is a very safe place, and there’s more and more activity....
Long Island CVS worker charged with having forged COVID vaccine cards
Police found 62 vaccine cards in the former CVS worker's car and charged him with eight counts of criminal possession of a forged instrument among other alleged crimes.
Saturday's Times Square shooting may mark a crossroads for NYC
Could the latest Times Square shooting be a turning point for New York amidst a rise in crime over he last year?
NYC Democratic Socialists upset Jewish leaders with support for Palestinians
Antisemitism is rearing its ugly head in New York City among prominent political leaders and activists tied to the Democratic Socialists of America amid fierce fighting in the Middle East...
Wall Street panicking that Biden's tax hikes will be retroactive
The White House won’t rule out a retroactive implementation of its sweeping new tax plan -- and tax haters across Wall Street are in a panic. The Biden administration has...
Lead-footed NYC councilman slows down — in paying his ticket
City Councilman Brad Lander vowed to "slow down" after The Post exposed his habit of speeding in school zones -- but that apparently applies to paying his tickets, too, city...
Do you still need to wear a mask? Despite CDC update, that depends
The new federal guidance advises people who are inoculated against COVID-19 to stop wearing masks outdoors in crowds and in most indoor settings.
Robert Durst's murder trial set to resume after yearlong COVID delay
Robert Durst's murder trial is set to resume in Los Angeles after being delayed for over a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Unlikeliest of Yankees no-hitters turns 25: Sherman
To appreciate the implausibility of Dwight Gooden’s no-hitter, which turns 25 on Friday, you need to understand who the following characters were a quarter of a century ago
President Biden appears to snub charter schools on national celebration week
President Biden is apparently ignoring the contributions of charter schools in educating students -- during National Charter Schools Week.
Giants rookie overcame family tragedies to achieve NFL dream
Sometimes, dreams come true with years of commitment. Sometimes, tragedy strikes without warning. Gary Brightwell’s life is the intersection of the two.
President Biden's charter-school dis
In a fresh sign of teacher-union sway over President Joe Biden, this is the first Charter School Week in 30 years not to be marked by a presidential proclamation. That's...
Mortician spills macabre details of working with dead bodies on TikTok
A young mortician has gone viral on TikTok, sharing trade secrets and talking about the most difficult parts of working with the dead.
Not Cuo fast! NY not ready to follow CDC advice on going maskless, gov says
While the CDC released some new maskless guidelines for vaccinated Americans, Gov. Andrew Cuomo said he has not determined if New York will follow suit just yet.
'Woman in the Window' review: Amazing house stars in lousy movie
Amy Adams, Gary Oldman, Julianne Moore and Jennifer Jason Leigh star in this blah thriller that wants for a major twist — but leaves the audience feeling bored instead.
Tennessee school guidance counselor accused of changing grades
A former Tennessee school guidance counselor is accused of cooking the grade books -- by changing the marks on students' transcripts, authorities said.
Sense and science are finally triumphing on COVID restrictions
All of a sudden, good sense is breaking out everywhere when it comes to COVID precautions. On Thursday, the Centers for Disease Control finally admitted the obvious: Anyone who’s fully...
How groundbreaking showrunner Yvette Lee Bowser 'Runs the World'
After making history as the first African-American woman to develop her own primetime series, she said her new half-hour Starz dramedy explores the same themes.
ESPN puts the 'con' in contradiction
Hardly matters what you order, it now will be served with a topping of preposterous and a side of ridiculous.
Stefanik faces challenge for ousted Cheney's House GOP post
The New York representative has largely been seen as the heir apparent to the position.
Oklahoma governor grills steaks under pro-vegan PETA billboard
Called a "meathead" by PETA, Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt stood by his freedom of choice and beefed up the feud by grilling a few pieces of red meat underneath the...
Randi Weingarten's support of 1619 Project betrays union's proud history
Randi Weingarten may be moving off her all-out resistance to school reopenings, but the powerful head of the nation’s largest teachers’ union is still betraying schoolchildren on another front by...
Johnson & Johnson vaccine shipments dry up
Shipments of the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna vaccines won’t be interrupted.
Tesla driver arrested for backseat ride goes on another driverless cruise
Param Sharma is back in the backseat of his new Tesla after the first one was impounded following his arrest for not riding in the driver's seat.
Israel deploys ground forces near Gaza as conflict escalates
Israel has deployed ground forces in Gaza and ramped up air strikes in the region -- just the latest escalation in the bloody conflict with Palestinian militia groups.
Disney revenue falls short as Disney+ subscriber growth slows
Disney's revenue fell short of Wall Street's expectations last quarter as subscribers to its Disney+ streaming service slowed -- sending the stock down 4 percent in late trading. In a...
Cali cops deliver Mother's Day flowers after delivery driver arrested for DUI
One of the officers said the holiday shouldn't be "ruined" because of the alleged drunk driver's actions.
Man stabbed, robbed of e-bike in Tompkins Square Park
The suspect stabbed and robbed the man of his e-bike following the violent attack in the East Village park.
Hamas steps up rocket attacks on Israel as Gaza conflict intensifies
For the fourth straight day, Israel and Hamas fired artillery and rockets at each other as the conflict wages on.
Letters to the Editor — May 14, 2021
The Issue: The Post’s endorsement of Brooklyn beep Eric Adams for mayor in the Democratic primary. Thank you for your endorsement of Eric Adams (“The Post endorses Eric Adams for...
Trump to restart rallies next month as he plays coy about 2024 run
Dates and locations have not yet been announced, but a source said the president's team is in the process of selecting venues for a pair of events in June.
Democrats refuse to prioritize REAL infrastructure — like Colonial Pipeline
Child care is infrastructure, according to Sen. Elizabeth Warren. Health-care aides for seniors are infrastructure, say Democratic activists. “Anti-racism” is infrastructure, we’re told. But these things aren’t infrastructure; they’re just...
Ex-Islander flourishing in unique role after career-ending eye injury
When Johnny Boychuk abruptly announced that he was hanging up the skates last November, he said it wasn’t a decision, but a life choice.
Disney World to begin reducing social distancing rules
“The Happiest Place On Earth” is allowing its patrons to be closer to each other again: The theme park recently announced it is relaxing its distancing protocol.
Mazeika Magic has the Mets rolling
Nothing says legendary quite like two walk-offs without a hit in four career at-bats. The Mazeika magic is real for the Mets.
Feds green light four new Metro-North stations in the Bronx
The project, known as "Penn Station Access," will be completed by 2025, New York Governor Cuomo said during a press conference with Bronx politicians.
Jeff Bezos affair saga is even more embarrassing than you thought
The upcoming book "Amazon Unbound,” by Brad Stone delves into the details of CEO Jeff Bezos's personal life and his affair with TV personality Lauren Sanchez.
Tom Brady's dad 'salivating' over Bucs-Patriots matchup
Tom Brady's father seems more excited to return to Foxborough than the Buccaneers quarterback.
New NYC mayoral poll shows Eric Adams leading Andrew Yang ahead of first debate
Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams came out on top of a new poll ahead of the first televised mayoral debate toinght.
US Marine arrested for assaulting cop in Capitol riot
A US Marine stationed in Virginia has been charged with assaulting a police officer during the Jan. 6 Capitol riot -- believed to be first known active military member to...
Revamped EPA website shows increased climate change risks
After a gap of more than four years, the Environmental Protection Agency is relaunching a website highlighting evidence of climate change in the United States.
NFL responds to lawyer's claim star QB's accusers aren't being 'respected'
The NFL responded Thursday to concerns expressed by the lawyer representing the nearly two dozen plaintiffs suing Deshaun Watson for sexual misconduct.
The weird ways people collected fuel during the gas crisis
There was a panic at the pump this week as people up and down the East Coast have feared a gas shortage after the Colonial Pipeline shut down after a...
Critics rip 'wrong' Cuomo for 'harassment is not making someone uncomfortable' claim
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo faced a heated back-and-forth exchange with a reporter when he was pressed about the sexual harassment allegations against him.
'Spiral' signals the death of 'torture porn' — good riddance!
Generally speaking, after the fourth or fifth entry in an appalling, disgusting, empty-headed horror series, there is no point in reviewing them anymore.
Nine West partner offers to buy Reebok for over $1B
Offers to buy Reebok started rolling in this week with the licensing company behind Nine West and Frye offering around $1 billion for the money-losing sneaker label, The Post has...
Accused COVID relief fraudster belongs to extremist group, feds say
Amos Mundendi allegedly tried to get $14 million that were meant as COVID-19 relief funds from the government. He was granted release on bail this week but prosecutors have appealed...
Biden: 'Great day for America' as vaccinated can lose masks, shake hands, hug
President Joe Biden addressed the latest CDC mask guidelines in a speech at the White House and noted that vaccinated people can now do activities like shaking hands and hugging.
Colleges pushed anew for reparations for slavery, racism
At Georgetown University in Washington, D.C., there’s growing dissatisfaction among some slave descendants about the Catholic institution’s pioneering reparations efforts.
Yankees star tests positive for COVID as outbreak grows
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The Yankees’ COVID outbreak now includes a player. Gleyber Torres was placed on the COVID-19 injured list after receiving the results of a positive test, the...
Judge Judy on ‘PC police,’ her new show and negotiating her old salary
“I’m not a big fan of the PC police,” the 78-year-old said while reflecting on the final taping of her 25 years as “Judge Judy” and upcoming production for her...
'We feel naked': Jill Biden, Jennifer Garner go maskless during visit to vaccination site
First lady Jill Biden and actress Jennifer Garner teamed up in West Virginia on Thursday to visit a vaccination site at a local high school. Biden, 69, landed in Charleston at...
Man angered by Texas deputies in yard killed them: cops
Jeffrey Nicholas allegedly shot and killed Concho County deputies Stephen Jones and Samuel Leonard in Eden, Texas.
Teachers union chief cites Stuyvesant HS in ripping standardized testing
American Federation of Teachers president Randi Weingarten pointed out the admissions statistics for the upcoming school year as she pushes for schools to shift away from standardized testing.
Florida man who spent COVID-19 relief funds on Lamborghini sentenced to prison
David Tyler Hines was sentenced on May 12, 2021, after pleading guilty to wire fraud in February.
White House staff and reporters rip off masks after CDC pivot on indoor use
White House staff members and reporters have been seen going without masks after the recent CDC guideline on indoor masks.
China uses coercive policies to drive down Uyghur birth rates: think tank
China maintains that changes in birth rates are linked to improved health and economic policy and it strongly rejects accusations of genocide.
Councilman's aide who said he was tormented settles for $850K
Michael Bistreich’s $10 million lawsuit against the former Brooklyn lawmaker and the City of New York was settled after a judge ruled his case could move forward to trial.
Biden: Israel has no 'significant overreaction' to growing Gaza conflict
President Joe Biden expressed his support for Israel as violence in the Gaza Strip continued.
Students who hacked KFC for $31,000 worth of chicken jailed in China
The Chinese students who scored a five-finger-lickin' discount worth some $30,000 at Kentucky Fried Chicken in 2018 are going to prison.
Schools ditch student mask requirements in growing numbers
The debates have been emotional and highly divisive around the country, in some cases leading to the involvement of police.
Opposition to Alden takeover of Tribune heats up ahead of vote
Opposition to hedge fund takeover of Tribune Publishing is bubbling up ahead of next week's deal vote, including three legal fights, plans for multi-city rallies and written pleas for new...
Brood X cicadas force businesses, homeowners to take precautions
Brood X, a classification of the trillions of periodical cicadas that have descended in states across the eastern and southern U.S., has emerged after a 17-year hiatus -- and already closed one restaurant. The District...
Biden is failing to protect America from the next pandemic
Life is getting back to normal and not a day too soon. But scientists warn that another pandemic could smack us. While we’re letting down our guard, the federal government...
AMC cashes in on Reddit-trading frenzy with $428 million share sale
Cinema operator AMC Entertainment Holdings has raised about $428 million from a share sale, capitalizing on the retail-trading driven surge in its stock earlier this year. The world's largest cinema chain operator's...
Hummer hauling fuel bursts into flames in Florida
Fire crews that rushed to battle the blaze discovered four 5-gallon containers filled with gas in the back of the vehicle.
Man attacked at pro-Israel rally in Midtown, NYPD says
A Jewish man was attacked with a metal chair at a protest over the Israel-Palestine crisis in Manhattan.
NYPD unions sue watchdog again to stop probes into sex abuse allegations, lying
A pair of NYPD unions are suing the Civilian Complaint Review Board — again — after the watchdog expanded its power to investigate cops for sexual abuse and lying, according...
'Verbal assault and abuse': Pelosi backs AOC after run-in with Greene
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi Thursday sided with her rival from the Democratic Party's progressive flank, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez -- a frequent critic who's bucked her leadership -- over her run-in...
New 'Torched Earth' beer tests nasty effects of climate change on brewing
Fat Tire brewers took the three basics of beer — grain, water, yeast — and put them through the "gauntlet of climate change."
Amazon Fresh grocery store to replace shuttered Fairway in Paramus
The Jeff Bezos-owned e-commerce giant bought the former Fairway location out of bankruptcy auction along with another former Fairway store in Woodland Park for a total of $1.5 million last...
Caitlyn Jenner gets just 6% support in poll of California governor candidates
The single-digit support was surprising given the amount of press coverage her run has received.
Let's make a deal: Biden meets with GOP to talk 'compromise' on $2.3T spend plan
As President Biden looks to pass a massive infrastructure bill, he is confident he can meet somewhere in the middle to get Republicans to support the legislation.
Disney exec shuffle reportedly spurs 'bruised egos' amid Bob Iger exit
It's no longer the happiest place on Earth. Disney's major leadership shift is rankling employees, as former chief executive Bob Iger prepares to step away from his role as executive...
At least half a dozen more victims of gun violence reported overnight in NYC
One of the incidents was fatal -- and allegedly involved the gang member accused of opening fire on NYPD officers.
Injured Net eyes miraculous playoff return before contract opt-out
Injured point guard Spencer Dinwiddie said he wants to return for the Nets’ postseason run, which would mark the fastest ACL recovery ever. In a far-ranging interview with Forbes, Dinwiddie...
Psaki: Teaching about systemic racism, critical race theory is 'responsible'
White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki responded to a new bill introduced by Sen. Tom Cotton that proposes a new tax on university endowments.
Australian woman wakes up with Irish accent after throat surgery
Dr. Karl Kruszelnicki, a science author and commentator, weighed in on the debacle in a TikTok video explaining that Yen may have foreign accent syndrome.
Tree trimmer terror: Accused serial killer slashed throats of his victims
A California man working as a tree trimmer is a serial killer -- who slashed the throats of five people, killing three of them in the past year.
Public service in the US: Increasingly thankless, exhausting
Even before the coronavirus arrived, researchers have found in 2018 that about half of American public servants said they were burnt out, compared with 20% over workers overall.
Crypto exchange Binance reportedly under investigation by DOJ, IRS
Binance, one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, is under investigation by the Justice Department and Internal Revenue Service, Bloomberg News reported on Thursday, citing people with knowledge of the...
Officer tries to revive dying COVID patient in India
Amid India's COVID crisis, a police officer in Meerut, India, desperately tries to revive a dying patient in this heartbreaking video. Footage from inside Lala Lajpat Rai Memorial Medical College...
NYPD cop wounded in Brooklyn shootout cheered as he leaves hospital
Office Brian McCurran was wheeled out of Kings County Hospital by his partner from the 81st Precinct.
A-Rod finally reaches agreement to buy NBA team
Alex Rodriguez is one giant step closer to becoming an NBA owner.
Surveillance footage released of suspect in Times Square subway slashing
Cops released surveillance footage early Thursday of the suspect who allegedly slashed a 35-year-old man in the Times Square subway station.
The Yankees have their swagger back
After all the worries about the Yankees in April, they have turned their season around in May.
Baby of woman tortured, strangled in Greece was found trying to 'wake' her
The baby daughter of a British woman who was tortured and killed by burglars in Greece was found crawling on her and desperately trying to "wake" her, according to a...
Officials: Tiny uptick in 2020 military sex assault reports
The Army and Marine Corps saw slight increases in the number of reports, while the Navy and Air Force saw small decreases.
Discord testing new features for audio events in shot at rival Clubhouse
Chat platform Discord said on Thursday it will start to test paid tickets for audio events, the first feature where creators can make money from the site.
US airlines begin repairs on Boeing 737 MAX planes, expect quick return
United Airlines and two other major US carriers said on Thursday they will quickly repair more than 60 Boeing 737 MAX planes grounded early last month over an electrical problem that could...
Biden: FBI determined Putin not involved in Colonial Pipeline hack
"I am confident that I've read the report of the FBI accurately. And they say they were not, he was not. The government was not," Biden said at the White...
Former Yankees star cuts deal after embarrassing video of DUI arrest surfaced
Back in February, Damon was arrested for misdemeanor DUI while driving in Florida with wife Michelle Mangan-Damon.
New mom Meghan Trainor lists Bing Crosby's old LA carriage house for $6M
New mom Meghan Trainor is “all about that space” — and is dumping her 7,000-square-foot LA farmhouse as she settles into her almost 10,000-square-foot Encino mansion. Her five-bedroom, seven-and-a-half bathroom...
NYC bus drivers demand cops in their vehicles amid surge in assaults
Driver Lupa Guallpa, 38, tearfully recounted how she'd been driving buses for just eight months before a man stomped, punched and choked her on Nov. 6.
They’ll be here for you! ‘Friends: The Reunion’ drops trailer ahead of premiere
They’ll be here for viewers with “Friends: The Reunion” -- and they finally have a date for when, exactly.
Alleged Times Square gunman claims he wasn't in NYC during shooting
Farrakhan Muhammad, 31, who was busted Wednesday at a McDonald's in the Sunshine State, told WCJB-TV that he was in New Jersey preparing to head south when the shooting happened...
Teen busted with loaded gun at Midtown store on day of Times Square shooting
The 19-year-old suspected was reportedly nabbed while trying to swipe a pair of Nikes and was later discovered in possession of a loaded gun.
Jerry Jones does so many awkward things in this Cowboys video
Things got weird.
De Blasio admits jobless benefits may be 'an issue' in getting people back to work
Bill de Blasio's remarks follow The Post's report on a Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce poll that shows more than two-thirds of the businesses in the borough are having trouble hiring.
Inside the largest new condo towers opening in Manhattan right now
Size still matters as Manhattanites contunue wanting to live large.
Gas prices hit $3.02, but Southeast shortages could ease by weekend
Prices across the country have risen eight cents over the past seven days.
Perseverance Mars rover's robotic arm starts conducting science
NASA's Perseverance Mars rover is using its robotic arm to search for signs of ancient microbial life. The rover, which landed in Jezero Crater in February, had been functioning largely as a communications base between the autonomous...
Startling new bodycam footage shows Capitol rioters cheer after DC cop assault
The footage shows DC Metropolitan Police officer Michael Fanone on the ground outside a Capitol entrance, surrounded by the rioters who had dragged him downstairs, beat him and zapped him...
Former NHL player accuses coach of sexual assault: 'Life has been destroyed'
An unnamed player from the Chicago Blackhawks’ 2010 Stanley Cup-winning team has filed a lawsuit alleging the organization ignored accusations that he and an unidentified teammate were sexually assaulted by a member...
Alleged gunman who shot cop is known gang member with rap sheet
The suspected gunman was identified by sources as Boyce Hayward, a member of the Young Stackers street gang, according to the NYPD
CDC issues new guidance on masks, social distancing
“Anyone who is fully vaccinated can participate in indoor and outdoor activities – large or small — without wearing a mask or physically distancing,” CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky said...
'Shake' it up: De Blasio chows down on burger, touts free fries for vaccinated
Mayor Bill de Blasio chowed down on a Shake Shack burger and fries for breakfast, as he announced the fast food outlet is giving away free fries to those who...
The rising movement to get groundbreaking MLB player into Hall of Fame
This’ll be an uphill climb -- a committee chooses the 10 candidates for the ballot, and then a candidate must receive 12 of 16 votes for election -- yet there...
Over 130 US personnel injured in 'directed-energy' attacks
At least 130 US personnel, including spies, diplomats and soldiers, have suffered brain damage and other significant injuries as a result of suspected "directed-energy" attacks, according to a report.
Turkish president tells Putin Israel needs to be taught 'deterrent lesson'
Turkey's Recep Tayyip Erdogan wants Israel to be taught a "deterrent lesson" as the Jewish State responds to attacks from militant Palestinian groups.
Police swarm home of mortified mom who left her 'corpse' outside
She got a cop shock after a poorly disposed of Halloween prop prompted suspicion that she'd committed murder.
Poland wants to buy Marie Curie’s vacation house in France
Premier Mateusz Morawiecki said on Twitter this week that the house, on the southwest outskirts of Paris, is “part of Poland’s history.”
'Death 2 Palestine' spray-painted on Brooklyn mosque
Thursday is Eid al-Fitr, one of the holiest days of the year marking the end of fasting of Ramadan.
Google wins cloud deal from SpaceX for Starlink internet service
Google has won a deal to provide cloud services to Elon Musk's SpaceX, which has launched a slew of Starlink satellites to provide high-speed internet, it said on Thursday.
John Kerry says Xinjiang solar panel production presents 'problem' for US climate strategy
Kerry was questioned during a House Foreign Affairs Committee hearing.
Disney reportedly scrubs woke anti-racism training after backlash
The webpage that previously carried the internal training documents was down, replaced with a "pardon our Pixie dust" message, according to Christopher Rufo, who first reported on the training.
NYPD investigates two more anti-Asian bias assaults in Big Apple
A 23-year-old nurse was hit the head with a cane and a 21-year-old was slugged in the face in two more unprovoked subway attacks on Asian Americans in the Big...
'SportsCenter' legend couldn't believe how it ended at ESPN
The longtime "SportsCenter" host says that he declined a contract offer that included “a big pay cut to do essentially the same job.”
Up for debate: Democratic mayoral contenders face off on TV for first time
New Yorkers will get their first chance to watch a live televised debate Thursday night among eight Democratic mayoral contenders for the June 22 primary.
JPMorgan, others to extend credit to customers without credit scores: report
Banks in the US are nearing a deal to share information about customers' bank accounts in a bid to extend credit to those who historically haven’t qualified.
How a fake whistleblower peddled lies about Florida's COVID deaths
Rebekah Jones, a former dashboard manager at the Florida Department of Health, has single-handedly managed to convince millions of Americans that Governor Ron DeSantis has been fudging COVID-19 data.
NYPD officer wounded in Brooklyn shootout with gangbanger identified
Mayor de Blasio praised the 28-year-old officer as a hero Thursday morning and praised the NYPD’s policing strategies that got the alleged gunman off the street.
Migrant girl, 8, crosses border alone — and has no way to contact parents
The girl, identified as Emely Antonio Dominguez Valdez, was separated from her guides during a storm.
Harry Potter flagship store to open in NYC
Author J.K. Rowling's groundbreaking "Harry Potter" franchise has chosen a new home for its flagship store in New York City, Warner Bros. has announced.
MLB players union seeking $500 million in grievance against league
The MLB Players Association has officially filed a grievance stating that MLB did not act in good faith last year to play as many games as possible, and MLB has...
'Those Who Wish Me Dead' review: Angelina Jolie as a firefighter?
In the new thriller “Those Who Wish Me Dead,” Angelina Jolie is repeatedly punched in the face, kicked and stabbed by Nicholas Hoult as a forest fire rages around them....
Scientists offer look into life as Caribbean volcano erupted
More than 16,000 people fled the ash-covered hills and homes in northern St. Vincent while the scientists stayed behind.
The highs — and astonishing lows — of Angelina Jolie's film career
The chameleon-like celebrity has delivered at least one Oscar-worthy performance — and a number of serious clunkers.
Dad arrested in missing baby's death hours after begging public for help
An Alabama father has been busted in the death of his missing 5-week-old boy, just hours after he gave a press conference begging the public for help finding his son.
Film studio apologizes for using man to dub Laverne Cox's voice
Oscar-winning flick "Promising Young Woman" was set to premiere in Italy on May 13, though it's since been pushed back after fans voiced outrage on social media.
Mets veteran is showing the potential of 'Bench Mob' he created
The reality set in for Kevin Pillar during spring training. After spending eight years as an everyday player with four different teams, the 32-year-old outfielder realized the DH wouldn’t be...
St. John's head coach rewarded for turnaround
Mike Anderson, the Big East Coach of the Year who guided the Johnnies to a fourth-place finish this past season, has agreed to a contract extension
Tony Hinchcliffe dropped by agents after 'C-word' slur against fellow comic
Insult comic shtick or not, Peng Dang said that dropping the "C-word" absolutely "crossed the line."
Mask and you shall receive: Fauci finally says vaxxed Americans don't need 'em outside
"If you are vaccinated, you don't have to wear a mask outside. We’ve got to make that transition," Dr. Anthony Fauci told CBS This Morning on Thursday.
Capitol police arrest man with sword, six daggers near Senate offices
US Capitol Police officers arrested a 40-year-old Florida man who was carrying a sword — and six daggers — near Senate office buildings.
Teen impaled by javelin in freak accident at NJ high school: cops
The javelin was stuck several inches in the teen’s right thigh, although there was no visible bleeding, police spokeswoman Jillian Messina said.
Israeli soldier killed by Hamas mourned by hundreds at funeral
Staff Sgt. Omer Tabib, a member of the Nahal Infantry Brigade’s 931st Battalion, died Wednesday when the anti-tank missile hit his jeep, wounding two other soldiers.
Tom Brady to Giants fans: Why do you hate me?
Tom Brady apparently is still haunted by his two Super Bowl losses to Eli Manning and the Giants.
Bloody hell! Woman wakes up to find shocking drippage falling from ceiling
Emergency crews discovered the man in the upstairs apartment had died from natural causes and had been decomposing for five or six days.
Amazon aims to hire 75,000 new workers despite labor shortage
Amazon said Thursday it plans to hire 75,000 more warehouse workers and drivers in the US and Canada — and it's boosting wages and incentives in the face of a...
Hall of Famer goes berserk on TV over Tom Brady-Bill Belichick showdown
NFL Network's Michael Irvin is more than excited for the Buccaneers-Patriots matchup in Week 4 of the 2021 season. Following the release of the full NFL schedule on Wednesday night,...
Target stops selling sports, Pokémon cards after parking lot fight
Target will stop selling all sports and Pokémon trading cards on shelves after a man was attacked over the red-hot collectibles.
Former Rangers captain latest to land ESPN job
The New York-to-Bristol connection continues.
Examining the Rangers coaching candidates
On the season finale of "Up In The Blue Seats," the crew looks at coaching candidates and welcomes in ex-Ranger Brandon Dubinsky.
Massive blaze breaks out at Brooklyn power plant: FDNY
Video posted to Citizen shows a large, billowing dark cloud of smoke rising from the roof of the building in Coney Island.
US cities see surge in deadly street racing amid pandemic
From Portland, Oregon; to Albuquerque, New Mexico; from Nashville, Tennessee; to New York City, officials are reporting a dangerous, and sometimes deadly, uptick in street racing.
How developers are selling Manhattanites on luxury — in another borough
Beauty Queens: Manhattan looks its best when you aren’t in it, just really close to it.
Security guard goes viral for wild martial arts moves in Texas bar fight
A Texas security guard is going viral after being caught on camera unleashing a series of martial arts moves against a man and a woman at a Mexican restaurant in...
Save 21% on this single-serve coffee maker + grinder with over 17K Amazon reviews
Doesn’t coffee just make everything easier? Right now, the Single-Serve Coffee Maker for K-Cups/Ground Coffee with Grinder Bundle is on sale for $54.95.
Inside the bevy of new boutique developments opening in NYC
Seeing a shrink: A boutique building boom means a bevy of smaller-scale condos in Manhattan.
A bunch of hacks: Colonial Pipeline reportedly forked over millions to get access back
The Alpharetta, Georgia-based company paid the ransom in untraceable cryptocurrency, Bloomberg reported, citing two people familiar with the transaction.
Red Bulls have a 'very good feeling' – and it's warranted
When the Red Bulls fired Chris Armas last September after the club won just three of its first nine contests, head of sport Kevin Thelwell issued a blunt assessment of...
Bronx native parlayed bittersweet UFC moment into 'biggest opportunity'
Shane Burgos was able to parlay his impressive effort in a loss to Josh Emmett into a fight he’s genuinely excited about against Edson Barboza.
Israeli jet shoots down 'suicide drone' launched from Gaza Strip
The Israeli air force on Thursday shot down an explosives-laden “suicide drone” that was launched from the Gaza Strip toward a target off the Mediterranean coast.
Zach Wilson's mom isn't loving her newfound fame
In a lengthy rant on Instagram stories, Lisa appeared to complain about COVID-19 mask policies at Disney World parks, calling the establishment "maskholes."
Become an accomplished creative writer with this workshop under $30
When finished with this workshop — which is 98% off the original price — you’ll feel more confident writing for multiple genres.
McDonald's to boost wages by 10 percent amid worker shortage
McDonald’s said it will boost its rank-and-file employees' hourly pay by 10 percent as it seeks to add 10,000 workers at its company-owned eateries.
Far-right Israeli mob’s vicious attack on Arab man caught on live TV
The footage from Bat Yam, south of Tel Aviv — which aired live on Israeli TV on Wednesday night — shows the mob attacking the man amid a night of...
UK mask-wearing, social distancing to be relaxed on June 21
On May 17 the UK will begin easing some lockdown measures including dining and drinking indoors.
New York approves Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for teens ages 12 to 15
New York's coronavirus vaccine task force has approved the statewide use of Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine to kids ages 12 to 15.
Biden admin sued for pushing white men to 'back of the line' for COVID aid
The Biden administration is being sued on behalf of a Tennessee business owner, claiming that it is giving preference to restaurants and bars owned by women and minorities for COVID...
Memorial Day travel expected to increase 60 percent compared to 2020
AAA Travel predicted on Tuesday that more than 37 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles away from home over the holiday weekend.
Plane crazy: Somehow this aircraft — and another — survived a wild mid-air collision
The two aircraft were flying over Cherry Creek State Park in preparation for landing at Centennial Airport when they crashed into each other, leaving one of the planes nearly severed...
What a mug: Woman named Iconic Facce sentenced for robbing bank to finance plastic surgery
The bandages are off — but the charges are sticking: An Alabama woman pled guilty this week of robbing a bank two years ago. Prosecutors argued that her plan was...
How Conor McGregor became the richest athlete in the world
Conor McGregor’s inspiring rags-to-riches tale reached a new high on Thursday when he topped Forbes’ list of the world’s highest-earning sports people.
Quarterback's Panthers criticism doesn’t sound great for Sam Darnold
Teddy Bridgewater is now in Denver, after the Panthers unceremoniously shipped him off for a sixth-round pick after one season in Carolina. The team is instead rolling with former Jets...
University of South Carolina president resigns amid plagiarism scandal
Bob Caslen, the president of the University of South Carolina has resigned after admitting he plagiarized parts of a weekend commencement speech.
AOC hits Biden for taking 'the side of occupation' amid Mideast violence
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez tweeted comments on Wednesday in response to Joe Biden saying earlier that day that Israel "has a right to defend itself when you have thousands of rockets flying...
Meow or never: City unleashing 1,000 feral cats to shed rep as rat capital of US
Chicago has released more than 1,000 feral cats onto the streets — hoping to end its long-running ranking as the rat capital of the US.
Open or shut case? Top teachers union takes stance on US schools in fall
The nation’s second-largest teachers union will on Thursday finally call for all US schools to fully reopen by the next academic year.
Bitcoin plummeted after Musk's Tesla announcement
Bitcoin plummeted as much as 14 percent after Tesla CEO Elon Musk said the electric car maker suspended use of the cryptocurrency as payment for its vehicles.
Egyptian delegation arrives in Israel for Gaza cease-fire talks
A delegation from Cairo has arrived in Israel to help and try to negotiate a cease-fire in the escalating conflict in Gaza, Egyptian intelligence officials said Thursday.
Horse drama shouldn't ruin betting at Preakness
Horse racing usually gets a boost in publicity this time of year as everyone tries to figure out whether the Kentucky Derby winner will be able to sweep the Triple...
Workers file just 473,000 new jobless claims in another pandemic low
The number of Americans seeking new jobless benefits continued a steady week-over-week decline, falling below a half million and hitting a pandemic low.
What it was like covering one of the wildest nights in UFC history: 'Absolutely in tears'
The drama exploded right next to Megan Olivi. Serving as the reporter for UFC 261, Olivi tried to intervene as her ESPN colleague and former UFC heavyweight and light heavyweight...
Pulse-pounding images capture Israeli missile moments before it obliterated building
Social media users warned of the impending strike, saying Israeli forces had hit the building with a "roof-knocking" bomb at least an hour before it was leveled.
Liz Cheney willing to do 'whatever it takes' to stop Trump in 2024
Fresh off her ouster from House Republican leadership, Rep. Liz Cheney is maintaining her crusade to do "whatever it takes" to oppose former President Donald Trump.
Bet on Blue Jays and their desperate pitcher
With our job hanging in the balance, we will back the desperate Stripling and the Jays.
Florida gov to pardon anyone charged for defying COVID rules
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis made the unexpected announcement on Fox News Wednesday as he decried county officials penalizing people. "It's a total overreach," he told Laura Ingraham.
Take the Brewers in this spot
The Milwaukee Brewers have had this pitcher's number.
What you'll get if you win Emily Ratajkowski's NFT Christie's auction
The EmRata piece is being offered without an estimate in order to let “the market alone” determine its final price, according to Christie’s.
War drums beating as Israel preps ground troops for possible action in Gaza
Israel prepared infantry troops along the Gaza border early Thursday for a possible ground invasion as the military launched additional airstrikes against Hamas targets – while the terror group renewed...
Dog with super long neck goes viral
This pooch is head and shoulders above the pack. See why Gatsby, a Borzoi-German shepherd mix in Sweden, went viral on TikTok for his surprisingly long neck. "How on Earth...
Luis Severino's next rehab step delayed
Rehabbing Yankees starter Luis Severino was scheduled to throw a batting practice session, but that has been pushed back after the right-hander woke up with a stiff back.
'Absolute bulldog' gives Yankees just what they need
Gerrit Cole gave the Yankees just what they needed.
Biden to press: 'I'm not supposed to be answering all these questions'
President Joe Biden didn't shy away from the numerous questions from members of the media as he addressed a variety of topics including the Colonial Pipeline cyberattack, the ongoing violence...
Teen, 11-year-old busted in robbery of elderly Asian man
An 80-year-old Asian man was attacked by a 17-year-old San Leandro teen and 11-year-old on May 8, 2021. According to police, the attackers had been involved in several crimes in...
Lindsey Graham rips Biden's 'naive,' 'weak' response to Colonial Pipeline cyberattack
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) became the latest prominent Republican to slam the Biden administration Wednesday over their response to the ransomware attack that shut down the Colonial Pipeline for five...
Stylist to the stars Zerina Akers talks to Jalen Rose about dressing Beyoncé
Does Beyoncé love a good bargain? My recent guest on "Renaissance Man" said that Queen Bey isn't married to high-end labels and crazy price tags. If it's cool, she'll wear...
Julius Randle wants to be a Knick forever
Julius Randle said he wants to "retire as a New York Knick."
NYPD cop shot three times in Brooklyn; suspect in custody
An NYPD cop was shot around 11:15 p.m. in Bushwick near Macon Street and Howard Avenue. The suspect has been arrested and both officer and suspect have been taken to...
NY Rep. Elise Stefanik makes her pitch to conservatives ahead of leadership vote
Elise Stefanik, a representative of New York, sought to ease the skepticism of conservatives in an effort on why she should succeed Rep. Liz Cheney as Conference chair.
Cryptocurrency market tanks after Tesla suspends bitcoin transactions
The global cryptocurrency market lost hundreds of billions of dollars in value after Tesla CEO Elon Musk said his company was suspending the use of bitcoin for vehicle purchases, a...