Dianne Feinstein defends work after New Yorker hit piece -- but won't commit to finishing term

NEW YORK -- Five female anchors will no longer work at a New York news channel as part of the settlement of an age and gender discrimination lawsuit alleging they were passed over in favor of younger talent, according to statements from the women, their lawyers and the channel.The women who sued in Manhattan federal court in June 2019 include Roma Torre, a Montclair, New Jersey, resident in her early 60s who was NY1′s first on-air hire when it began its programs in 1992.The settlement of the

A New York Democratic executive from Erie County has come under scrutiny after being accused of apparently playing hockey with a handful of people at a rink, despite the fact that a nearby rink was closed due to COVID-19 concerns for hosting scrimmages. Erie County Comptroller Stefan Mychajliw, a Republican, posted a video that allegedly shows Mark Poloncarz (in all black) shooting around on a hockey rink with up to 14 others.

As the second wave of coronavirus sweeps New York, the state's governor has threatened legal action not only against a Brooklyn-based network of medical clinics that allegedly distributed the Moderna coronavirus vaccine out of sequence with state guidelines but those who received the first shot before their eligibility. "We will not tolerate any fraud in the vaccination process.

The owner of a Mac repair shop filed a $500 million libel lawsuit against Twitter on Monday, claiming that the platform’s defamed him when it blocked the New York Post’s expose on Hunter Biden.

No matter if you’re a famous director or just an aspiring filmmaker that has zero credits to your name, odds are you’ll probably succeed more if you’re not so much of a jerk. And if you ever hope of landing George Clooney in your cast, that’s a necessity.

The Real Housewives of New York alum Bethenny Frankel's closet, and now we're checking in with The Real Housewives of Atlanta star Cynthia Bailey. Bailey, who is the latest guest to appear in Marie Claire's Precious Metals series, walks us through her favorite jewelry pieces.

NEW YORK -- It has taken The Strokes almost two decades to earn their first Grammy nomination. But lead singer Julian Casablancas is betting they'll walk away empty-handed at the ceremony.The band's “The New Abnormal” will compete on Jan.

A California woman has been accused of claiming $21,000 in coronavirus unemployment benefits under Democratic Sen. Dianne Feinstein's name, according to Politico.

climate plan. Harvie said there were missed opportunities and demanded an end to big road construction projects and a shift away from oil and gas.

Alison Roman will not be returning to the New York Times.  Roman announced the career news on Instagram on Wednesday.The move comes seven months after Roman's column was placed "on temporary leave" following comments she made about Chrissy Teigen's business empire.

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New Yorker staffer writer Jane Mayer published a story Thursday citing people familiar with Democratic California Sen.

RHINEBECK, N.Y. -- A well-known cartoonist for The New Yorker has been arrested on a possession of child pornography charge, police said.Danny Shanahan, 64, was arrested Wednesday at his home in Rhinebeck, New York, state police said in a news release.

A cartoonist famous for his work in The New Yorker was arrested Wednesday on child pornography charges, state police said. Rhinebeck resident Danny Shanahan, 64, was charged with possession of a sexual performance by a child, cops said in a statement.

More than half of New York City firefighters say they won’t get a COVID-19 vaccine when it becomes available, per a report. Approximately 55% of 2,053 firefighters said “No” when the union, the Uniformed Firefighters Association, asked, “Will you get the COVID-19 Vaccine from Pfizer when the Department makes it available?,” according to UFA president Andy Ansbro, the New York Post reported.The responses comprise about 25% of the union’s 8,200 active members.

New York City politico Lindsey Boylan said on Twitter Saturday that New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo's office was the "most toxic team environment" and that people were "deathly afraid of him."  "Most toxic team environment? Working for @NYGovCuomo," Boylan wrote. "I’ve had many jobs.

Bill Nye is reminding us all about the importance of wearing masks as the world continues to battle the coronavirus pandemic.

Slave Play playwright Jeremy O. Harris and New York Theatre Workshop – the Off Broadway company where he developed the acclaimed work – announced today the establishment of two $50,000 commissions for new theatrical works, keeping a pledge the author made when he signed a two-year overall deal with HBO last March.