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Cuomo’s apology, defense criticized
NEW YORK (AP) — In his response to an independent investigation that found he sexually harassed 11 women, Gov. Andrew Cuomo cited his own family member’s sexual assault to explain his behavior with accuser Charlotte Bennett. That component of his statement came under criticism from sexual assault survivors, their advocates and even crisis public relations…
U.S. could soon require vaccinations for foreign travelers
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration is taking the first steps toward requiring nearly all foreign visitors to the U.S. to be vaccinated for the coronavirus. That’s according to a White House official who previewed the developing policy. The requirement would come as part of the administration’s phased approach to easing travel restrictions for foreign…
New York real estate heir Robert Durst is expected to take the stand
LOS ANGELES (AP) — New York real estate heir Robert Durst is expected to take the stand at his Los Angeles County murder trial. The 78-year-old Durst could begin testimony as early as Thursday morning, and it’s likely to last several days. Having the defendant testify at a murder trial is considered extremely risky, but…
Forecasters predict a busier than usual Atlantic Hurricane season
UNDATED (AP) — U.S. government forecasters say they expect the Atlantic hurricane season to be busier than they first thought. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration updated its hurricane outlook Wednesday. Forecasters now expect 15 to 21 named storms, with seven to 10 becoming hurricanes. This hurricane season started busy with Elsa forming as the…
CDC issues new moratorium on evictions
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued a new moratorium on evictions that would last until October 3. The Biden administration is trying to quell intensifying criticism that it was allowing vulnerable renters to lose their homes during a pandemic. The new moratorium could help keep millions in their homes…
Cuomo urged to resign after probe finds he harassed 11 women
NEW YORK (AP) — An investigation into New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has found that he sexually harassed multiple current and former state government employees. State Attorney General Letitia James announced the findings Tuesday. The investigation, conducted by two outside lawyers, found that the Cuomo administration was a hostile work environment “rife with fear and…
A look at the harassment claims against Gov. Andrew Cuomo
NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Attorney General’s Office released its report finding that Gov. Andrew Cuomo sexually harassed multiple women. The report Tuesday corroborated allegations from 11 women. Many are current or former state employees, including a trooper in the Protective Services Unit whose allegation was previously undisclosed. Cuomo denied many of the…
NY Attorney General investigation concludes that Gov. Cuomo harassed multiple women
NEW YORK (AP) — Attorney general’s investigation concludes that New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo sexually harassed multiple women. Photo: FILE – In this Friday, May 21, 2021, file photo, New York Attorney General Letitia James addresses a news conference at her office, in New York. (AP Photo/Richard Drew, File)
NYC will soon require proof of vaccination for indoor activities
UNDATED (AP) — New York City will soon require proof of COVID-19 vaccinations for indoor activities, Mayor Bill de Blasio announced Tuesday. It is the first big city in the U.S. to impose such restrictions. The new requirement will go into effect Aug. 16. It applies to indoor dining, gyms and indoor entertainment venues. De…
Schumer looks to advance infrastructure package
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is looking to speed up consideration of a nearly $1 trillion bipartisan national infrastructure package. He promised on Monday that fellow Democrats would work with Republicans on amendments for the Senate’s consideration. The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act clocks in now at some 2,700 pages. Republican leader…
NYC Mayor encourages all to wear masks indoors, but falls short of mandating it
NEW YORK (AP) — New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio “strongly” urged even vaccinated people to start wearing masks indoors. Gov. Andrew Cuomo said unvaccinated transit employees in the metropolitan area would undergo weekly testing. But both Democrats on Monday resisted calls to impose new mask or vaccination requirements to counter the rapidly climbing…
Cuomo questioned for 11 hours by investigators
NEW YORK (AP) — Investigators conducting an inquiry into sexual harassment allegations against New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo questioned him for eleven hours when he met with them last month, according to The New York Times. The paper spoke to five people who had been briefed on the meeting, and who recounted some details on…