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New York Today
February 7, 2026
Kathy Hochul raises her left index finger to make a point as she delivers her acceptance speech during the 2026 New York State Democratic Convention.

Hochul Takes Aim at Trump as She Wins N.Y. Democrats’ Nomination

Gov. Kathy Hochul seemed eager to portray herself as a leader ready to stand up to the Trump administration, as she vies for re-election in November.

By Benjamin Oreskes and Grace Ashford

An aerial view of the Hudson River with large sheets of ice on the water. Two vessels are winding their way through the ice.

Icy Conditions Have Put New York’s Citywide Ferry Service, Well, on Ice

Ice has clogged the East River, suspending NYC Ferry service for thousands of commuters. More cold and snow is expected this weekend.

By Stefanos Chen and Samantha Latson

A man in a suit sits at a table with leather briefcases. Another man leans on the table.

N.Y.P.D. Sergeant Found Guilty in Death of Bronx Man He Threw Cooler At

Erik Duran was convicted of second-degree manslaughter, making him the first New York City police officer to be found guilty of killing a civilian while on duty in a decade.

By Chelsia Rose Marcius and Maria Cramer

School Bus Driver Charged in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run That Killed Girl, 11

The driver is accused of leaving the scene after the collision and faces misdemeanor charges.

By Troy Closson

Luigi Mangione sits at a table as he speaks to another man. Two officers are standing behind them.

U.S. and N.Y. Prosecutors in ‘Tug-of-War’ to Put Mangione on Trial First

A New York State Supreme Court judge set a trial date of June for Luigi Mangione, who is accused of killing a health care executive.

By Hurubie Meko

Three construction workers gather around a crane.

U.S. Judge Says Trump Cannot Halt Funding for Tunnel Project

Nearly all of the work had stopped on Friday while negotiations continued in Washington and litigation played out in court.

By Patrick McGeehan and Chris Cameron

Melecia Martinez, wearing a black winter coat, poses outside while holding her baby daughter, who is wearing a coat and wrapped in a blanket.

New York Grants Pregnant Workers Paid Leave. How Many Know That?

The state is the first in the United States to require paid leave for prenatal care. While some women are using the time off for medical appointments, others don’t know that it’s available.

By Emma G. Fitzsimmons

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