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.
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
‘Today’ host Jenna Bush Hager reveals major new role at NBC
After 16 years on the “Today” show, Jenna Bush Hager is dipping her toe into scripted TV. On…
January 14, 2026
Renaming the Department of Defense the ‘Department of War’ could cost up to $125 million
By FATIMA HUSSEIN and KONSTANTIN TOROPIN WASHINGTON (AP) — Renaming the Department of Defense the Department of War…
January 14, 2026
Kiefer Sutherland threatened to kill Uber driver ahead of arrest
Los Angeles law enforcement sources are shedding more light on Kiefer Sutherland’s most recent arrest after the “24”…
January 14, 2026
A man shot by Border Patrol during an Oregon immigration stop pleads not guilty to assault on agent
By CLAIRE RUSH PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — A man shot and wounded by a Border Patrol agent during…
January 14, 2026
Free Starlink access for Iran seen as game changer for demonstrators getting their message out
By DAVID RISING BANGKOK (AP) — Iranian demonstrators’ ability to get details of bloody nationwide protests out to…
January 14, 2026
Accused Pennsylvania grave robber admits to selling remains online
A Pennsylvania man accused of stealing more than 100 skeletons from cemeteries allegedly admitted to selling some of…
January 14, 2026
Rikers guard smuggled pot, cigarettes, ‘security tools’ into jail: DA
A Department of Corrections officer was indicted Wednesday for smuggling marijuana and tobacco into a Rikers Island jail,…
January 14, 2026
Daily Horoscope for January 15, 2026 – New York Daily News
General Daily Insight for January 15, 2026 Easy connections open unexpected doors for us. Before dawn, Venus sextiles…
January 14, 2026
Trump admin opens probe into NYC policy on transgender athletes in school sports
The Trump administration on Wednesday opened an investigation into New York City’s public school system over a policy that…
January 14, 2026