Kayla Thompson
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Kayla Thompson is a dedicated journalist and writer with a passion for capturing the essence of New York. Her work spans a diverse range of topics, from the state’s vibrant cultural scene to its complex social and environmental issues. Based in Manhattan, Kayla has become known for her in-depth reporting and engaging storytelling that bring the many facets of New York to life.
What we know about Florida State shooting victims
A 57-year-old Florida State University dining services employee was one of eight people shot when 20-year-old gunman Phoenix…
April 18, 2025
State must review NYPD shooting of man in Queens to ID mental health service gaps: Public Advocate
Public Advocate Jumaane Williams slammed city and state officials for “chasing ambulances” instead of working towards more lasting…
April 18, 2025
Queens rapist wearing ‘Ghost Face’ sweatshirt was scared off by victim’s daughter: prosecutors
A 50-year-old Queens raped by a masked creep in a “Ghost Face” sweatshirt from the “Scream” horror movie…
April 18, 2025
Child dies following South Carolina school bus crash
A South Carolina eighth grader has died following a school bus crash believed to have been caused by…
April 18, 2025
Bodycam video shows police shoot Idaho teen with autism
Newly-released bodycam footage shows the moment police gunned down Victor Perez, a teen with autism and cerebral palsy,…
April 18, 2025
Home of Texas teen fatally stabbed at track meet swatted
The family of Austin Metcalf, a Texas teen fatally stabbed at a track meet earlier this month, was…
April 18, 2025
Federal judge pausing Trump admin’s plans for mass layoffs at CFPB
By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge who blocked President Donald Trump’s administration from dismantling the Consumer…
April 18, 2025
Career diplomat becomes the face of Trump’s ‘America First’ agenda at the UN
By FARNOUSH AMIRI UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The highest-ranking U.S. representative now at the United Nations told Congress…
April 18, 2025
Israeli strikes kill at least 25 in Gaza and Huckabee makes first appearance as US ambassador
By WAFAA SHURAFA and FATMA KHALED DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israeli airstrikes across Gaza killed at…
April 18, 2025
Venice expands day-tripper tax program in bid to combat overtourism
By COLLEEN BARRY, Associated Press VENICE, Italy (AP) — Venice is charging day-trippers to the famed canal city…
April 18, 2025