Pizza delivery man facing deportation draws stay, support of leaders

Gov. Andrew Cuomo joined the chorus of New York officials calling for the release of an Ecuadorian native detained while delivering pizza at a Brooklyn Army base after his impending deportation was halted, at least for now, by a federal judge. In this undated family photo provided by Sandra Chica, Pablo Villavicencio poses with his two daughters, Luciana, left, and Antonia.

Suspected killer, 39, appears in court over manslaughter and robbery of widow, 100

'He is the last person I ever dreamed would do this': Anthony Bourdain's grief-stricken mother shares her shock over his suicide, but says he was in a 'dark mood' in the days before his death 'I'm going on a mission of peace': Optimistic Trump jets out of the G7 summit early for historic summit with Kim Jong-un, and says the Korean leader has 'one shot' to show he's serious 'The G8 is a more meaningful group than the G7': Trump repeats his controversial calls for Russia to be allowed back into the international fold and says may not have 'let Putin take Crimea' like Obama did' French restaurant where celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain dined on sausage and pork knuckle shortly before he took his own life becomes a pilgrimage site for his fans 'He gave everything to his work and then had nothing left for himself': Friends say Anthony Bourdain's grueling and lonely globe-trotting work schedule ... (more)

Trump ditched Puerto Rico when the cameras were off at FEMA briefing

Kate Spade's widower Andy Spade leaves his apartment wearing a children's MOUSE mask as medical examiner determines her official cause of death as suicide by hanging 'Our sweet Oakleigh Klover was born this morning and now is safely in heaven': Devastated country singer Walker Hayes reveals his newborn died after birth 'He needs to bring his toothbrush to court': Former US attorney says Paul Manafort will go to prison TOMORROW for witness tampering US diplomats in China are finally sent HOME weeks after being hit by mystery illness resembling a brain injury that other officials already suffered in Cuba 'I know it was a miracle God touched Kim Kardashian's heart': Alice Johnson speaks after being freed from prison and thanks Trump for his 'mercy' as the president wishes her a 'wonderful life' on Twitter 'WWIII could end civilisation' warns Putin as he uses annual TV phone in with Russian ... (more)

Tour de France-winning 1963 Ferrari sells for $70million to mogul…

Kate Spade's widower Andy Spade leaves his apartment wearing a children's MOUSE mask as medical examiner determines her official cause of death as suicide by hanging 'Our sweet Oakleigh Klover was born this morning and now is safely in heaven': Devastated country singer Walker Hayes reveals his newborn died after birth 'He needs to bring his toothbrush to court': Former US attorney says Paul Manafort will go to prison TOMORROW for witness tampering US diplomats in China are finally sent HOME weeks after being hit by mystery illness resembling a brain injury that other officials already suffered in Cuba 'I know it was a miracle God touched Kim Kardashian's heart': Alice Johnson speaks after being freed from prison and thanks Trump for his 'mercy' as the president wishes her a 'wonderful life' on Twitter 'WWIII could end civilisation' warns Putin as he uses annual TV phone in with Russian ... (more)

Congressman Sean Patrick Maloney running for N.Y. attorney general Source: Cox Media Group

He's looking to fill a seat left vacant by Eric Schneiderman, who abruptly resigned last month after he was accused of abusing women he dated. Maloney, who was first elected in 2012, said he sees the race for the open attorney general seat as an opportunity he could not pass up - despite a crowded Democratic field of three women running for the party's nomination.

Bill Clinton bristles at questions on Lewinsky, #MeToo

In this Monday, May 21, 2018, photo, former President Bill Clinton listens during an interview about a novel he wrote with James Patterson, "The President is Missing," in New York. In this Monday, May 21, 2018, photo, former President Bill Clinton listens during an interview about a novel he wrote with James Patterson, "The President is Missing," in New York.

Day 4 of Jordan protests, thousands rally against tax hikes

Union leader and former Robert Kennedy aide Paul Schrade suffered years of depression following the assassination but now is staunchly committed to preserving RFK's legacy. . FILE--In this Jan. 15, 2014, file photo, Colorado state Democratic Senator Mike Johnston listens to testimony during a committee hearing at the Capitol, in Denver.

The New Yorker Recommends: The Instructive Pleasures of “RBG”

When you purchase something using affiliate links on our site, The New Yorker may earn a portion of the sales revenue, which helps to support our journalism. The idea of going to see a documentary about a Supreme Court Justice was not, for me, immediately appealing.

In NYC, a Republican ex-con fights to return to Congress

The former Republican congressman from New York City's Staten Island is fighting his party, his president and the stigma of a felony conviction in a no-holds-barred primary June 26. Just two years out of prison, the amateur boxer with a fiery temper wants his old job back. And he has a legitimate chance to seize the nomination from the incumbent, Dan Donovan.

Ex-Syracuse mayor may run for governor as independent

Syracuse Mayor Stephanie Miner, center, speaks during a press conference where Susan Lerner, executive director of Common Cause New York, left, and Zephyr Teachout, right, pitched an ethics reform blueprint plan on Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2017, at the Capitol in Albany, N.Y. less Syracuse Mayor Stephanie Miner, center, speaks during a press conference where Susan Lerner, executive director of Common Cause New York, left, and Zephyr Teachout, right, pitched an ethics reform blueprint ... more Zephyr Teachout, right, listens to Susan Lerner executive director of Common Cause New York, left background, and Syracuse Mayor Stephanie Miner, foreground, prior to holding a press conference where the trio pitched an ethics reform blueprint plan on Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2017, at the Capitol in Albany, N.Y. less Zephyr Teachout, right, listens to Susan Lerner executive director of Common Cause New York, left ... (more)

Kim Kardashian West goes to the White House to talk pardon

This combination photo shows President Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Moon Township, Pa., on March 10, 2018, left, and Kim Kardashian West at the NBCUniversal Network 2017 Upfront in New York on May 15, 2017. Kardashian West arrived at the White House for a meeting with presidential senior adviser Jared Kushner, the president's son-in-law.

As Starbucks closes stores for racial bias training, experts warn the effort may fall short

While the coffee chain gets kudos for managing a P.R. crisis, a bevy of research suggests that culture can't be changed in one afternoon. Starbucks Chairman and CEO Howard Schultz presents during the Starbucks 2016 Investor Day meeting, in New York, Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2016.

Financial turmoil engulfs Italy amid political uncertainty

Farmers on the Hawaiian island o... Farmers say Hawaii should brace for a shortage of its traditional crop taro after record-breaking rains flooded their fields on the island of Kauai last month. Farmers say Hawaii should brace for a shortage of its traditional crop taro after record-breaking rains flooded their fields on the island of Kauai last month.

Who is Love Island’s Australia’s voice over guy Eoghan McDermott

The bulge is back! Hillary wears another over-sized coat with a suspicious protrusion sticking out as she attends Memorial Day parade with Bill 'We raised a monster': Casey Anthony's parents reveal she would disappear for days with Caylee, refused to identify girl's father and stole money from toddler's savings account in interview to mark 10-years since child's death Starbucks prepares to close more than 8,000 company-owned stores at a cost of $12m for a diversity training day weeks after two black men were arrested waiting for a friend Is the Trump-Kim summit back on? Top North Korean official travels to New York for high level meeting as US envoy flies to Singapore with both sides appearing STILL on course for June 12 date 'It's my life and my choice': Meghan McCain reveals she got into a screaming match with her father after the senator insisted he fly to DC for the Obamacare vote ... (more)

U.S. Coast Guard’s long history of service in New York

More than a dozen Navy and Coast Guard ships took part in a 30-year tradition this week, parading through New York Harbor for Fleet Week . The nautical display lasts just a few days, but the U.S. Coast Guard patrols the waterways of New York all year long, reports CBS News correspondent Don Dahler.

‘It’s about time:’ The 97-year history of Jack Johnson’s quest for a pardon

'It's about time:' The 97-year history of Jack Johnson's quest for a pardon Ignored by presidents for nearly a century, Trump finally responded to the heavyweight champion's 1921 plea for clemency. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: https://usat.ly/2se96gR World heavyweight champion Jack Johnson battles with challenger Al Kaufmann - the latest in a string of "Great White Hopes" - in a 1909 title bout.

Harvey Weinstein won’t testify at New York grand jury, lawyer says

Harvey Weinstein's defense attorney says Weinstein won't appear before the New York grand jury meeting Wednesday to hear testimony on the sex-crimes charges against him. Attorney Ben Brafman issued a statement Wednesday saying he advised Weinstein to skip the grand jury hearing because of a lack of time to prepare.

New York GOP picks Molinaro for governor

Republicans meeting at the state convention in New York City nominated Dutchess County Executive Marc Molinaro as their candidate for governor Wednesday and offered a scathing critique of Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who is seeking a third term in office. Molinaro presented himself as a person who overcame the odds.

EU to Trump: stop threatening us with tariffs

French President Emmanuel Macron arrives for a dinner with EU and Western Balkan heads of state at the Sofia Tech Park in Sofia, Bulgaria, Wednesday, May 16, 2018. . French President Emmanuel Macron, left, is greeted by Bulgarian Prime Minister Boyko Borissov as he arrives for a dinner with EU and Western Balkan heads of state at the Sofia Tech Park in Sofia, Bulgaria, Wednesday, ... .