Biden pardons thousands convicted for 'simple possession' of marijuana

By Gotham Rex on October 6, 2022

He is also calling on governors to issue similar pardons for those convicted of state marijuana offenses. Source: Check out ABC 7 for more…

CA kidnapping: Suspect worked for family, baby was left to die, family spokesperson says

By Gotham Rex on October 6, 2022

A family spokesperson said the suspect is a former employee who used to drive for the victims’ trucking company. They also revealed that the 8-month-old baby was left for dead and died from exposure. Source: Check out ABC 7 for…

Biden Visits IBM to Promote Investments in U.S. Semiconductor Production

By Gotham Rex on October 6, 2022

President Biden traveled to Poughkeepsie, N.Y., to connect a $20 billion investment by IBM to the bipartisan bill meant to spur production of critical microchips. Source: New York Times

Police Vehicle Crashes Into Crowd in Bronx, Critically Injuring 2

By Gotham Rex on October 6, 2022

The vehicle drove over a double yellow line, hit a car and careened onto the sidewalk, sending 10 people to the hospital, including two children, the authorities said. Source: New York Times

Federal Judge Blocks N.Y. Gun Law, Finding Much of It Unconstitutional

By Gotham Rex on October 6, 2022

The order, issued by Judge Glenn T. Suddaby, found that the state’s new restrictions on carrying guns in public trampled on the rights of New Yorkers. Source: New York Times

Gun-Related Suicides and Killings Continued to Rise in 2021, C.D.C. Reports

By Gotham Rex on October 6, 2022

The increases in homicides were particularly stark among Black and Hispanic men, while suicides involving firearms rose among all adults. Source: New York Times

Broncos vs. Colts predictions: Three player prop picks and odds

By Gotham Rex on October 6, 2022

Here are three more prop bets to target for “Thursday Night Football.” Source: NY Post click here for more…

Judge postpones Twitter-Elon Musk trial to Oct. 28 to allow deal to close

By Gotham Rex on October 6, 2022

The had been scheduled to start on Oct 17. Source: NY Post click here for more…

Jason Oppenheim and new girlfriend Marie-Lou Nurk party in NYC until 2 a.m.

By Gotham Rex on October 6, 2022

An insider tells Page Six that they looked “in love” as they enjoyed dinner at Cathedrál and then a late night of partying at hot spot Little Sister Lounge. Source: NY Post click here for more…

Twitter under Musk? Most of the plans are a mystery

By Gotham Rex on October 6, 2022

After months of squabbling over the fate of their bombshell $44 billion deal, the billionaire and the bird app are essentially back to square one. Source: Check out ABC 7 for more…

Suspect in murder of FDNY EMS Capt. Alison Russo-Elling arraigned

By Gotham Rex on October 6, 2022

Peter Zisopoulos pleaded not guilty and will undergo an evaluation, on the request of his attorney, to determine if he is fit to stand trial. Source: Check out ABC 7 for more…

Fall colors 2022: Where to see the best colors of fall this weekend

By Gotham Rex on October 6, 2022

Fall foliage season is here! Here’s where to find the best views across New York, Connecticut and New Jersey, and other parts of the country. Source: Check out ABC 7 for more…

They Wear Leather, Ride Motorcycles. And Protect Children From Abusers.

By Gotham Rex on October 6, 2022

A nonprofit on Staten Island offers a nontraditional, “ride-or-die” sphere of protection for vulnerable youth. Source: New York Times

Rochester to Pay $12 Million Over Daniel Prude’s Death After Police Restrained Him

By Gotham Rex on October 6, 2022

Daniel Prude died in March 2020 after police officers put a mesh hood over his head and pressed his face into the pavement. Source: New York Times

For New York’s Food Insecure, a Lifeline When It Matters Most

By Gotham Rex on October 6, 2022

Life on the economic margins grows less worrisome with the knowledge that there can still be food on the table. Source: New York Times

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