N.Y. Today: 5 Weeks of Pain Begin for New Jersey Commuters

October 12, 2026

A city skyline can be seen from a train crossing the new Portal North Bridge.

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5 Weeks of Pain Begin for New Jersey Commuters

NJ Transit riders who rely on the century-old Portal Bridge face service cuts and disruptions as transit officials complete its replacement.

By Stefanos Chen

At Cornell, a Sorority Finds Itself Sued by One of Its Own

Some Delta Delta Delta members are asking if the sorority shares blame in the bombshell case — or if the group is a scapegoat.

By Julie Bosman and Andrea Barnes

A stately brown home with green shutters and surrounded by trees is seen on a sunny day.

Lower East Side Parishioners Mourn Loss of ‘Spiritual Home’

As the temporary closure of Most Holy Redeemer Church stretches on, congregants fear it will suffer the same fate as other shuttered houses of worship.

By Maya King

The exterior of Most Holy Redeemer Church is seen on a cloudy day.

New York’s Latest Famous Family Is a Hoot. Yes, They’re Owls.

The city’s latest feathered extraordinaires are captivating the Upper West Side with their screeches.

By Christopher Maag

A barn owl perches on metal in New York City.

Why Ketamine Immobilizes Some Users

Potent powders can produce a nearly catatonic state, particularly in those who have not tried the drug before.

By Andrew Jacobs

A close-up view of a dose of ketamine being prepared by a doctor.

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