New York Repeals 'Walking While Trans' Law
The anti-loitering law, passed in 1976, resulted in decades of discrimination by law enforcement against women of color and people who are transgender, critics say.
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New York State Bar Association Considers Expelling Rudy Giuliani
The bar association said it received "hundreds of complaints in recent months" about Giuliani, ultimately deciding Monday to launch a "historic" inquiry into the president's attorney.
Cuomo Won't Get Vaccine Until His Group's Turn In Black, Hispanic, Poor Communities
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo said testing for COVID-19 was more readily available in richer, whiter communities in the state. He added: "This can't happen again, and it can't happen with this vaccine."
Amid Isolation And Loneliness, Elderly Face Crumbling Safety Net
New York has more people over the age of 65 than the total population of many states. And despite federal aid, the state's system meant to help protect seniors is short tens of millions of dollars.
New York Approves Eviction Moratorium Until May
Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed the law late Monday allowing for a ban on residential evictions for tenants who endured a "COVID-related hardship."
Fauci Says Holiday Gatherings Should Include Fewer Than 10 People
"Ten may even be a bit too much," Dr. Anthony Fauci said, warning that family gatherings through the holidays could lead to "a really dark time" by mid-January.
Supreme Court Says New York Can't Limit Attendance In Houses of Worship Due To COVID
Justices said the Gov. Andrew Cuomo's executive order limiting attendance in places of worship violates the First Amendment.
Yes, The Macy's Parade Is Still Happening This Year — But It'll Be A Bit Different
Instead of traveling the traditional 2.5-mile-route through New York City's Midtown, the Thanksgiving Day parade will take place in front of Macy's department store.
11 Arrested In Clashes After Pro-Trump Convoy Passes Through NYC's Times Square
Skirmishes broke out after some counterdemonstrators yanked flags off vehicles – and some drivers and passengers got out of their cars.
New York Yankee Hall Of Fame Pitcher Whitey Ford Dies At 91
The southpaw was dominant during his 16-year career, winning six World Series titles in the 1950s and 1960s. Nicknamed "Chairman of the Board," Ford holds the team record for most wins by a pitcher.