Petition surges for giant alligator Albert's return to New York home
Albert the alligator was seized from his home in Big Apple last week.
SNAP benefits could be quadrupled for millions of recipients
New legislation could see New York residents get extra money for food from the state.
Stimulus check update: Homeowners in this state can apply for rebate
New Yorkers have just days left to apply for a rebate that could offer a check of $1,400 or more.
Who is Brianna Suggs? FBI raids NYC mayor consultant's home
The FBI raided the home of Brianna Suggs, a consultant of New York City Mayor Eric Adams.
Charlotte Sena Ransom Note by Craig Ross Jr Raises Questions
Police watched in the dark as the kidnapper pulled up outside his victim's family home and only got "a sense" of the type of car.
Woman takes car on 200-mile test drive, gets arrested: Cops
The New York woman said she was getting the car checked by her mechanic and never returned to the dealership.
Wedding breaks into 40-minute brawl in Long Island
One police officer required hospital treatment after allegedly being bitten by the brother of the bride at a wedding.
Tears as senior golden retriever dumped at shelter as boyfriend hated dogs
"The look on her face was so sad and confused that it broke my heart," the heartbroken rescue worker said after Sophia the dog was left with her.
Muzzled dog abandoned in carrier "whimpering and crying" finds forever home
The dog, which was found alone in a park in Erie County, "seemed very happy to be rescued."
Internet asks what's the catch for five-bed New York home listed for $119k
Adrielle Sigler said she shared the listing to show there's "so much potential" around where she lives.
Crime is making Americans flee Democratic states
Democratic states California, New York, Illinois and Oregon all saw their populations fall in the year to July 2022, while Texas and Florida grew rapidly.
Trump judge Juan Merchan's Biden campaign donation raises eyebrows
Some say the $35 he contributed to defeat Trump in 2020 are enough to disqualify him from presiding over the case.
New York Law Threatens First and Second Amendments
In addition to offending the Second Amendment, New York put the First Amendment squarely in its focus as well. If this sounds familiar.
Colossal ice storm plunges 850,000 homes into darkness
More than 12 percent of homes in Michigan alone were without power as of Thursday morning, as a coast-to-coast winter storm brings blizzards and ice.
Republicans propose forcing schools to provide chocolate milk to children
Elise Stefanik, a Republican representative, introduced legislation that would make it federal law that schools must provide flavored milk.
George Santos loan admission puts Republicans in impossible position
Santos has withdrawn his claim that a $500,000 loan to his campaign came from the "personal funds of the candidate."
Gun-wielding Applebee's customer helps arrest man who slashed worker: Cops
Esteban F. Padron, 28, was arrested after he allegedly attacked an Applebee's employee with a steak knife.
George Santos has McCarthy pinned between a rock and a hard place
Republican Congressman George Santos has lost the confidence of some of his own party. But McCarthy needs him.
Human composting is legal in these six states
The New York State Catholic Conference has lobbied against human composting, which they say: "Does not provide the respect due to bodily remains."
Buffalo couple keeps stranger's dead body in living room during snowstorm
The woman's son thanked the couple for their help in trying to save her life after she collapsed while attempting to travel in the snow.
Buffalo snow storm death toll surges as police 'preparing for more bodies'
Buffalo Police Commissioner Joseph Gramaglia issued a warning after parts of the city were hit by five feet of snow.
Ancient New York ocean discovery could hold secret of hydrogen storage
The contents of the ancient seawater trapped in rocks for 390 million years may also give scientists clues about the climate on ancient Earth.
Heavy snow warning for Great Lakes after thundersnow hit New York state
Snow warnings have been put in place for large parts of western New York State, with a travel ban imposed across Buffalo.
Ex-elementary school principal convicted on 46 counts in child sex case
Former elementary school principal Kirk Ashton was charged with sexually abusing 26 boys in New York State over the course of 17 years.
Will crime cost Democrats New York?
Recent polls show Republican gubernatorial candidate Lee Zeldin with increased support as he has campaigned as a tough-on-crime candidate.
Cat says goodbye to dying dog and "best friend' in heartbreaking video
Erica Kutzing told Newsweek Bunny was adopted around the same time as her dog, Tye, who was blind, and she used to guide him around the house.
Raccoons Raid Politician's Home and Defecate on Flag: 'Not Very Patriotic'
Albany County legislator Sam Fein said he's "more careful about closing the door and the windows" since the incident.
John Lennon's Killer Is Up for Parole
Mark David Chapman, who shot the singer in 1980, has been denied release 11 times since 2000.
Why Some New York Stores Will Require You to Show ID to Buy Whipped Cream
Despite a law being enacted last year, the enforcement lagged due to issues with tracking the legislation.
Woodstock '99 Performer Says Crowd Was 'MAGA Before There Was MAGA'
Netflix's new documentary has put the infamous festival back in the news. Brian Rosenworcel and Ryan Miller of Guster reflect on the mayhem with Newsweek.