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New York Today
May 23, 2026
Two fire trucks block a two-lane road.

1 Person Killed and Dozens of Firefighters Injured in Staten Island Blasts

Two explosions rocked a barge on the North Shore of Staten Island, injuring 34 people. The resulting fire was under control, but was still burning.

By Christopher Maag and Nicol León Arge

Two silver train cars labeled “NJ TRANSIT” on a train track.

World Cup Fans Are Saying No to $98 Train Rides

World Cup fans, some of whom are already spending thousands of dollars, seem to prefer the $20 bus to get to MetLife Stadium.

By Andy Newman and Stefanos Chen

A man speaks into a microphone in front of a crowd of people.

Mahmoud Khalil to Appeal to Supreme Court in Effort to Halt Deportation

The move was expected to come after a federal appeals court on Friday ruled against Mr. Khalil, who became the face of President Trump’s crackdown on pro-Palestinian protesters.

By Jonah E. Bromwich

A giant Israeli flag is stretched across a section of Fifth Avenue during a parade last year.

Disconnect Widens Between Mamdani and Pro-Israel Jewish Leaders

In recent days, Mayor Zohran Mamdani has taken actions that have made the relationship between his office and some Jewish New York leaders more fraught.

By Liam Stack and Sally Goldenberg

Planes are shown parked at LaGuardia Airport at night with a glowing terminal in the background.

Sinkhole Keeps LaGuardia Runway Closed for a 3rd Day, Causing Delays

The Port Authority, which said the runway would reopen Saturday, urged holiday travelers to check with their airlines for travel updates.

By Patrick McGeehan

Rose McGowan speaks as reporters surround her with cameras and microphones.

News Analysis

In #MeToo Cases, Has ‘Believe Women’ Lost Its Power in Courtrooms?

The movement prompted a global reckoning about sexual harassment and sexual assault. But women taking the stand now are finding that defense teams are more aggressive.

By Debra Kamin

A red fox in a zoo enclosure.

Stowaway Fox Gets Clean Bill of Health and a Name: Basil (Like ‘Dazzle’)

He made his way to New York on a ship from England and wound up at the Bronx Zoo needing treatment for a serious infection.

By Ed Shanahan

A man is held by two officers as he walks down a hall. A State Police officer walks alongside them.

Mamdani Toughens New York’s Response to ICE, as Arrests Rise by 71%

Mayor Zohran Mamdani is pushing New York City agencies to adhere to sanctuary laws meant to protect immigrants from overzealous federal deportation efforts.

By Emma Goldberg

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