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.
Pitbull announces 2026 North American tour alongside Lil Jon
Pitbull is back on tour this year, and Lil Jon will be joining him. The “Timber” hitmaker announced…
January 15, 2026
Newark worker killed loading steel beams onto truck
A Newark worker was killed on Wednesday when a steel beam fell on him as he was loading a…
January 15, 2026
Federal immigration agents filmed dragging a woman from her car in Minneapolis
By SAFIYAH RIDDLE, SARAH BRUMFELD and HALLIE GOLDEN A U.S. citizen on her way to a medical appointment…
January 15, 2026
Venezuela’s Machado presents Nobel Peace Prize to Trump
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado said on Thursday she presented President Trump with the Nobel Peace Prize…
January 15, 2026
Family of 20-year-old Rikers Island detainee who died of appendicitis sues city, DOC
The family of a 20-year-old man who died of appendicitis in Rikers Island custody last year is suing…
January 15, 2026
An app’s blunt life check adds another layer to the loneliness crisis in China
By TED ANTHONY and FU TING BEIJING (AP) — In China, the names of things are often either…
January 15, 2026
Cooler fatally thrown at fleeing Bronx drug suspect was filled with juice, ice: witness
A cooler used by a cop to knock a fleeing drug suspect off his scooter in the Bronx…
January 15, 2026
Rep. Velázquez endorses Reynoso, goes toe-to-toe with Mamdani
Rep. Nydia Velázquez may be retiring, but she’s not leaving office without a fight. “La Luchadora” on Thursday…
January 15, 2026
Nick Reiner was in mental health conservatorship in 2020: report
Nick Reiner was placed under a mental health conservatorship for a year beginning in 2020, according to a…
January 15, 2026
DA Bragg proposes criminalizing NY businesses handling crypto without license
New legislation proposed by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg on Thursday would make it a crime for New…
January 15, 2026