News without the noise · New York Edition
Monday, May 25, 2026 · 55 stories
Emergency response drills are being conducted by the New Jersey Transit Police Department's Office of Emergency Management in collaboration with various federal, state, county, and local partners at MetLife Stadium in preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Over the past year, hospitals and government agencies have been preparing for potential challenges such as infectious diseases and extreme heat.
ICE has transferred an immigration detainee who was on a hunger strike, leading to clashes between protesters and officers. Lawmakers are calling for increased oversight of the facility and are advocating for its closure, citing concerns about transparency and the treatment of detainees.
New York will not address e-bike registration this year due to delays in the state budget, according to a key lawmaker.
A 41-year-old man was fatally shot multiple times inside a laundromat on Utica Avenue in Flatlands, Brooklyn, on Monday morning. He was pronounced dead at Kings County Hospital, while a 68-year-old man who was grazed in the foot is in stable condition. No arrests have been made, and the motive for the shooting remains unclear.
A shooting incident occurred at a laundromat on Utica Avenue and Ave J in Flatlands, Brooklyn, resulting in the death of a 41-year-old man who was found with a gunshot wound. Additionally, a 68-year-old man sustained a graze wound to his foot during the incident.
The NYC resident World Cup ticket lottery opened on Monday and quickly reached its limit of 50,000 entries within three minutes. Residents had the chance to win $50 tickets for matches, with 1,000 tickets available across several games. The lottery will continue to accept entries daily until May 30, with winners notified on June 3.
Israel has initiated a series of strikes across Lebanon, targeting Hezbollah sites in the Bekaa Valley and other regions, following Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's declaration to intensify military actions against the group. Netanyahu stated that Israel is 'at war with Hezbollah' and has instructed the military to deliver a 'crushing blow' to the organization. This escalation comes despite a recent extension of a ceasefire agreement, with ongoing fears that the conflict may spread to Beirut.
The World Health Organization has reported that the Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo is spreading rapidly, with at least 220 suspected deaths. WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus emphasized the need for immediate action from neighboring countries to mitigate the risk of the disease.
The US military has conducted new strikes on southern Iran, targeting missile sites and boats involved in mine placement. US Central Command stated that these actions were taken in self-defense to protect American troops from Iranian threats. The strikes occurred near Bandar Abbas, a significant Iranian naval base, amidst ongoing discussions between the US and Iran, although a peace agreement is not expected to be finalized soon.
The New York Knicks are focused on their upcoming Game 4 against the Cleveland Cavaliers, maintaining a 10-game winning streak with an average victory margin of 22.5 points. Jalen Brunson emphasized the importance of concentrating on the present game rather than the potential of reaching the NBA Finals, as the team is one win away from their first finals appearance since 1999. Brunson is averaging 29 points in the series, while teammate OG Anunoby contributed significantly in the last game after returning from injury.
New York City's top spellers are preparing for the national spelling bee, utilizing spreadsheets and quizzes as part of their study methods. Liam Kwon, a 10-year-old competitor, is among those representing the city in the upcoming event.
A Knicks fan, Kareem Pettus, and his wife were unexpectedly gifted free tickets to Game 1 of the playoffs against the Cleveland Cavaliers while attending a watch party at Madison Square Garden. The couple, from Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, expressed their gratitude and excitement, especially after witnessing the Knicks' historic 22-point comeback during the game. The event highlights the team's engagement with fans and the community.