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.
Zohran is mayor, not secretary of state
Captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is many things. He’s a dictator who has violently suppressed opposition and rigged…
January 15, 2026
His new illegal threats to withhold funding
Once again, Donald Trump threatens to break the law by trying to withhold appropriated funds to states with…
January 15, 2026
January 15, ‘Great Molasses Flood’ kills 21
Today is Thursday, Jan. 15, the 15th day of 2026. There are 350 days left in the year.…
January 15, 2026
Readers sound off on NHL coverage, democratizing housing and Mark Kelly
New York’s hockey fans need something to read Manhattan: In what can only be called a nightmare of…
January 15, 2026
Anti-ICE protester permanently blinded by federal agent in California
SANTA ANA, Calif. (AP) — A demonstrator was hit in the face with a projectile fired by a…
January 14, 2026
Brady Tkachuk scores his 200th goal as Senators beat the Rangers
By STEPHEN WHYNO Brady Tkachuk scored his 200th regular-season NHL goal and had three assists, and the Ottawa…
January 14, 2026
Nets’ losing streak extends to 5 games after dropping battle against Pelicans
Looking to avoid a five-game losing streak, the Nets battled in a see-saw matchup against the New Orleans…
January 14, 2026
Suspect arrested in fatal shooting of patient outside Brooklyn methadone clinic
A man was arrested for gunning down 46-year-old Marcin Iwanowicz outside a Brooklyn methadone clinic on Christmas Eve,…
January 14, 2026
Knicks’ Karl-Anthony Towns ‘encouraged’ by recent 3-point rhythm
SACRAMENTO — Knicks All-Star center Karl-Anthony Towns said he’s beginning to find his long-lost touch from three-point range.…
January 14, 2026
Menin to tap key allies — and her main speaker’s race opponent — for top NYC Council posts
City Council Speaker Julie Menin plans to tap Eric Dinowitz, Oswald Feliz, Shaun Abreu and Shekar Krishnan as…
January 14, 2026