Governor Kathy Hochul is considering removing New York City Mayor Eric Adams from office following the resignation of four of his top deputies amid the Justice Department’s decision to drop his corruption case. Hochul will convene key leaders to discuss the situation, stating the departures raise concerns about Adams’ leadership. The case involved allegations of illegal campaign contributions and travel perks, with critics questioning Adams’ political independence and ability to govern effectively.
Full Article
Karen Read murder retrial: Key witness Jennifer McCabe takes the stand
In the retrial of Karen Read, a key witness, Jennifer McCabe, described the frantic moments after finding Read's boyfriend, officer John O'Keefe, unresponsive in the snow in January 2022. Prosecutors allege that Read struck O'Keefe with her SUV after a night of drinking and left him to die, leading to charges of second-degree murder and vehicular manslaughter; she maintains her innocence. McCabe's testimony included Read's erratic behavior at the scene and her admission of uncertainty...
Read more