Over 200 protesters descended on Grand Central Terminal in New York City on Friday evening, calling for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war. The demonstration, organized by Jewish Voice for Peace, saw protesters wearing black t-shirts with slogans and chanting slogans demanding a cease-fire. The NYPD said the protesters were taken briefly into custody, issued summonses and released, with no injuries reported.
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Burt Young, best known for his role as Paulie Pennino in the “Rocky” franchise, has died at the age of 80. He had a long and successful career in film and television, appearing in acclaimed films such as “Chinatown,” “Once Upon a Time in America,” and “The Sopranos.” He was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in the 1980 film “Rocky II.” Young will be remembered for his memorable performances and his unique ability to bring characters to life.
A woman was taken into custody Wednesday after attempting to approach former President Donald Trump during his civil fraud trial in New York City. The trial is part of a $250 million civil action brought against the former president by the New York Attorney General, and Trump has already been found liable for fraud. The woman was taken into custody and it is unknown if she will face any charges for her attempt to speak to Trump.
Two families with ties to New York City are mourning the loss of their daughters, who were among the 260 people killed by Hamas militants at a music festival in Israel. Hannie Ricardo found a message from her daughter on WhatsApp saying, "Mom, I love you so much," and realized it was a goodbye. The other family is mourning the loss of Noa, a young woman who was taken by Hamas at the festival, and her family has been searching for her since. Both families are now left to grieve the loss of their daughters and remember them for the lives they lived.
An 18-year-old Brooklyn man, Brian Dowling, has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder in connection with the fatal stabbing of public policy activist Ryan Carson. Neighbors of Dowling described him as "mentally paranoid," and police questioned him at the 81st Precinct before charging him with the crime. The death of Carson has left the Brooklyn community in shock, mourning the loss of a well-respected activist.
Frank James, 64, has been sentenced to life in prison for opening fire on a New York City subway car during rush hour in April 2022. His attorneys had asked for a reduced sentence of 18 years, citing his mental illness, but the judge ruled that the severity of the crime warranted the life sentence. The shooting left 10 people wounded, including Fatim Gjeloshi, 21, who was left paralyzed from the waist down, and brought attention to the issue of gun violence in New York City.
Former President Donald Trump is set to make a rare, voluntary court appearance on Monday in New York City for the start of a civil trial in a lawsuit brought by the New York Attorney General's office. The $250 million lawsuit alleges fraud in Trump's business dealings, and the outcome of the trial could have widespread implications for his businesses. Trump has expressed his displeasure with the lawsuit and is likely to base his defense on his own version of the facts.
A powerful storm hit New York City on Friday, causing flooding and damage to property. Subway systems were shut down, flights were delayed, and streets and highways were flooded. Governor Hochul warned of the storm's "dangerous and life-threatening" nature and urged residents to take precautions. The storm is expected to continue for another 20 hours, with the full extent of the damage yet to be seen.