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N.J. Republican Who Pledged ‘Undying Support’ for Trump Concedes Defeat

“Sometimes life is bumpy and you have to man up,” Representative Jeff Van Drew said as he acknowledged his loss to Zack Mullock, the mayor of Cape May, N.J.

Attorney General Appoints Outside Counsel to Lead Cornell Rape Case

Jacqueline Kelly will oversee a criminal investigation into a former student’s allegations that she was raped in 2024.

New Yorkers Vote for Democrats and Against the White House

Gov. Kathy Hochul won re-election to a second full term, and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez secured a fifth term in Congress.

The Rocky Rise of Max Levai, Art World Nepo Baby

The gallerist fits the stereotype of the art world scion. But in reality he had to start (almost) from scratch.

Mike Lawler Concedes to Challenger Cait Conley in New York House Swing District

Representative Mike Lawler, a Hudson Valley Republican, chose to concede to Cait Conley even with tens of thousands of votes yet to be counted because of balloting issues in Westchester County.

Letitia James Wins Third Consecutive Term in New York Attorney General Race

With President Trump a focus of the race, Ms. James overcame a challenge from a Republican former federal prosecutor, Saritha Komatireddy.

NYC Voters Pass Ballot Measures That Could Boost Zohran Mamdani’s Agenda

The results could allow Mayor Zohran Mamdani to build housing and bike lanes more quickly.

Rebecca Bennett Unseats Tom Kean Jr. in New Jersey House Race

Rebecca Bennett, a Democrat, unseated Representative Tom Kean Jr. in a New Jersey swing district. Mr. Kean was absent from Congress for nearly four months while he was treated for depression.

Ned Lamont Wins Rare Third Term Against Ryan Fazio in Connecticut Governor Race

Democrats have held the top office in the reliably blue state since 2011, but Mr. Lamont is only the second Connecticut governor to be elected to three consecutive terms.

AOC Is Elected to Fifth Term in New York House District

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez defeated her opponent, Diamant Hysenaj, despite having spent much of this election cycle campaigning for other Democrats across the country.

Seneca Nation Elects First Woman President

Tina Abrams had served on the Senecas’ governing council since 2001.

Kathy Hochul Fends Off Bruce Blakeman in New York Governor Race

Kathy Hochul, New York’s first female governor, defeated Bruce Blakeman, capitalizing on voter frustration with President Trump and other Republicans.

What Went Wrong With Ballot Scanners In a Crucial Westchester District?

In Westchester County, north of New York City, the scanners were not processing ballots, delaying the vote count until Wednesday.

‘Waiting for Lefty’ Review: Protest Songs in the Key of Life

The music of the folk duo Yeller Tooth gives Classic Stage Company’s revival of this dated Clifford Odets play a refreshing heart.

At the CFDA Awards, Ralph Lauren Makes History and More Moments

And Anna Wintour reveals her pick for the midterm elections. Here’s what else happened at the CFDAs.

In Niagara, Even Grass May Be Radioactive

A reporter who visited at least six “red hot” radiation zones discusses where the contamination came from.

Restaurant Review: Graciela in New York

Graciela channels that country’s distinctive style, steeped in a deep appreciation of beef and skilled in the art of the grill.

Four Bridge Walks Across the Hudson River

Seeking renewal, a writer took to walking across bridges that span the river, coming away with a new perspective.

It’s Election Day in New York. Here’s What to Know.

Statewide races for governor, attorney general and comptroller occupy the top of the ticket, but Democratic leaders are focused on two House seats they hope to flip.

Runner, 24, Dies During Her First Marathon

Rachel Apa collapsed in Central Park. The cause was rhabdomyolysis, a rare muscle condition that can be brought on by exertion, her father said.

Child Dies From Measles in New York State’s First Fatal Case in 30 Years

Gov. Kathy Hochul said that the infant’s death, in Lewis County, reflected eroding vaccination levels. The state is experiencing a significant outbreak of the viral illness.

Governor Warns New Jersey Ports to Turn Away Russian Fuel

Gov. Mikie Sherrill sent a letter to 12 port and terminal operators in the state, warning them they “could be subject to millions of dollars in penalties” long after President Trump leaves office.

Buses Serving Jewish Schools Are Vandalized With Swastikas in Brooklyn

The police are investigating the vandalism as a potential hate crime after the buses were found defaced in Williamsburg on Monday morning.

Who Stole a Candidate’s Yard Signs? An AirTag Ping Offered an Answer.

Signs that belonged to Darrell Harris, a Republican candidate for state representative in Connecticut, vanished. Staff members had hidden AirTags inside some of them.

Trial Begins for M.L.B. Players Accused of Tipping Pitches to Gamblers

The trial will mark one of the first tests of the Justice Department’s ambitious efforts to crack down on manipulation in sports betting and prediction markets.

Judge Throws Out Charges Against Former F.B.I. Officials

The magistrate judge, Zia M. Faruqui, said the case was a rushed, political prosecution ordered by the White House intended to affect the midterm elections.

Mamdani Threatens Trump Administration with Legal Action Over ICE Parking Lot Use in NYC

Earlier this year, Mayor Zohran Mamdani had issued an order barring Immigration and Customs Enforcement from using city property as staging areas.

Two New Housing Projects That People Really Want to Live in

In East New York, Brooklyn, and Rockaway Village, Queens, new developments feel like neighborhoods.

Why Is Clifford Odets Having His Best Year Since 1935?

The playwright of hard-talking works like “Waiting for Lefty” and “Awake and Sing!” is again the man of the moment.

Flu Arrives Early in New York, With Cases Rising Rapidly in Children

More than 10,000 cases overall have been reported in the state. Public health experts are urging people to get their flu shots now.

Robin Greenfield Wants to Be One With Nature. But He Can’t Quit Instagram.

Once, Robin Greenfield aspired to wealth. Now, he has no home and eats from the earth. He chronicles it all on social media, but does the persona match the man?

N.Y.C. Schools Are Deeply Segregated. These Students Demand Change.

An effort to diversify the elite Hunter College High School comes amid a larger reckoning over continued segregation in the city’s public schools.

Divide on Israel Slowly Erodes Democratic Support with Jewish Voters in New York

An ironclad alliance between Jewish New Yorkers and the Democratic Party has been shaken by the divide over Israel’s war with Hamas.

Woman Is on Life Support After Being Stabbed While Jogging in Brooklyn

Katie Suarez, 28, was running along the Brooklyn waterfront on Friday evening when she was attacked. The police were still searching for the assailant.

The New York City Marathon in Photos and Videos

See how tens of thousands of runners and an estimated 2 million spectators embraced the race across the five boroughs.

In the Final Stretch, Hochul and Blakeman Try to Motivate Their Voters

The governor campaigned in the city with Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Her opponent, Bruce Blakeman, focused on Long Island and upstate.

Inspired by the Marathon? Here’s How to Qualify to Run.

There are several pathways to gain entry to the field, but most come with rules or obligations.

Which Miles Are the Toughest at the NYC Marathon?

Runners often struggle with the Queensboro Bridge, First Avenue in Manhattan and the homestretch of the run.

Para Athletes Will Place on the Podium for the First Time This Year

New York City Marathon organizers for the first time have added competitive rankings for Para athletes, including those who have low vision or other disabilities.

Inside Heidi Klum’s 2026 Halloween Party: See All the Wacky Costumes

The model and television presenter, dressed as her severed left hand, celebrated the 25th anniversary of her annual party by going gory.

‘In the Heights’ Review: An Exuberant Revival of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Musical

This concert staging of Lin-Manuel Miranda and Quiara Alegría Hudes’s 2005 musical is like driving through the streets of New York with the windows down.

That ringing you hear on marathon Sunday is not in your head.

New York City Marathon Updates: Close Finishes and Packed Streets Highlight a Five-Borough Street Party

Andreas Almgren of Sweden won the men’s division in his first marathon, and Sheila Chepkirui prevailed in a sprint to the finish in the women’s race. Tens of thousands of competitors are still on the course, with fans cheering every step of the way.

Here Are Some of the Celebrities Running in the NYC Marathon

Actors, reality stars and athletes are among those in the mass of runners. The comedian Tracy Morgan is the event’s grand marshal.

Who measures the marathon course?

24 Off Broadway Shows to Catch This November

From a revival of August Wilson’s “Seven Guitars” to a musical parody of the reality show “The Traitors,” New York stages are full of creativity this month.

How a five-borough route became the New York City Marathon’s beating heart.

Here’s the latest.

Why This Playwright Can’t Quit His Family of Anxious Liberals

Richard Nelson thought he was done with the Apple family in 2020. Then Donald Trump returned to the White House.

A Racial Equity Leader Clashed With Mamdani. Now She’s on the Way Out.

After Mayor Zohran Mamdani sought to remove the head of New York City’s Racial Equity Commission, some have raised questions about his commitment to reparations.

‘At the Next Stop, a Seat Opened Up Next to Her, So I Sat Down’

Seeing double on the 4 train, meeting a sitcom sidekick at dinner and more reader tales of New York City in this week’s Metropolitan Diary.

The Ecologist Surveying What NYC Looked Like Before the Concrete

The ecologist Eric W. Sanderson surveys the historical landscape of New York in a new book that, at 900,000 words, is as massive as the city it chronicles.

Bronx Neighbors Mourn Family Ravaged by E-bike Fire

Four members of a family have died after an electric-bike battery caught fire inside their apartment on Wednesday.

Mother of Teen Killed in the Bronx Gets Visa After Mamdani-Trump Call

Javits Frimpong, 15, died on Thursday after being shot close to his home near Crotona Park, the police said. The boy had moved from Ghana a year ago.

He Was a Rising Star at West Point. Then He Got His Girlfriend Pregnant.

Caleb Suh, a former West Point cadet and current Columbia student, pleaded guilty in June to forcing an abortion on another cadet in 2022. His ex-girlfriend is now suing him for assault and battery.

Birders Fear for N.Y. Celebrity Owls Over Construction Near Their Nest

A family of barn owls drew a crowd after making a nest in a derelict water tower in Manhattan. After workers tore off the roof, conservation officers arrived.

The NYC Marathon Is as Popular as Ever. It Remains Inaccessible to Many.

Running has long been celebrated as a cheap and accessible sport. But the culture of racing, especially in New York, is often anything but.

Black Bears in Connecticut Are Eating Grapes and Entering Homes

Bears and humans are increasingly getting in each other’s way, presenting problems for both species.

A Navy Pilot Tries to Flip a Key House Seat, Right by Trump’s Golf Club

Rebecca Bennett, a Democrat, is vying to unseat Representative Thomas Kean Jr. in a New Jersey district that includes President Trump’s Bedminster golf club.

A Century-Old Queens Costumer Says Goodbye

Robert Stivanello is the third-generation owner of his family’s costume company. But handmade costumes aren’t so popular anymore.

They Bought Harry Houdini’s House. It Came With a Gaggle of Magic Fans.

When a family of four moved into the famed escape artist’s former Harlem brownstone, they had no idea how much attention would come with the address.

Going to the NYC Marathon? Here are the Best Places to Cheer.

Here’s our guide to picking a good cheering location, whether you are following one runner’s progress or looking for a good spot to park yourself for the day.

At ABT, New Ballets Fade Beside Ashton and Balanchine

At American Ballet Theater, the fall season is a chance to steer the company away from full-length works. With one exception, the classics came out on top.

Halloween. The Marathon. Daylight Saving. What a Weekend.

There’s a lot going on in New York City in the next few days, including early voting and the end of daylight saving time.

What’s New at the Museum? Stargazing, Escape Rooms, Bachelorette Parties and More

Museums are pitching themselves as date-night destinations — and finding a generation of takers.

Tom Kean Jr. is Fighting for Political Survival

Representative Tom Kean Jr. inherited a name and a family legacy that helped carry him to Washington. It might not be enough to keep him there.

Scary Ghost Stories From New York Times Archives

From haunted zoo cages to ghostly bar owners, here are five stories from our archives that will make you shiver, or maybe chuckle.

8 Accused of Stealing Millions in Food Stamp Benefits From New Yorkers

A group was able to use stolen information linked to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits to create clones of E.B.T. cards.

8 Accused of Stealing Millions in Food Stamp Benefits From New Yorkers

A group was able to use stolen information linked to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits to create clones of E.B.T. cards.

Woman Charged With Hate Crimes in Stabbings of 2 Jewish Men in Manhattan

Anna Mochalova walked up to Jewish men in Midtown last week and attacked them with a needlelike object, according to federal prosecutors.

Will Gov. Ned Lamont Win a Rare Third Term in Connecticut?

Ned Lamont, a Democrat, is seeking a third consecutive term, which would position him to become the state’s longest-serving governor.

Bruce Blakeman Wants to Save New York from ‘Rampant’ Crime. Will it Resonate with Voters?

Bruce Blakeman is good friends with President Trump, an ex-husband to a Beatle’s wife and a Republican power player on Long Island. Now he wants to be governor.

Lucien Smith’s Last Paintings Reclaim His Dazzling First Act

The artist, who died at 37, had largely retreated from the art world after skyrocketing early success. A final body of work is an exorcism of sorts.

They Pick Up Cash From Weed Stores. Up to $250,000 a Day.

A company hires retired law-enforcement officers to move cannabis proceeds from dispensaries to banks.

Homes for Sale in New York and New Jersey

This week’s properties are a three-bedroom house in Floral Park, N.Y., and a five-bedroom house in Leonia, N.J.

Homes for Sale in Manhattan and the Bronx

This week’s properties are in TriBeCa, on the Upper West Side and City Island.

At NYC Marathon, Cowbells Are a Signature Sound. But Why?

Screaming fans and clanging cowbells have become the soundtrack to the New York City Marathon and to sporting events around the world.

The Five-Borough Route: The Beating Heart of the NYC Marathon

When the event’s five co-founders first proposed moving it out of Central Park, it seemed impossible. Much has changed in the sport and the city since that 1976 race.

The Five-Borough Route: The Beating Heart of the NYC Marathon

When the event’s five co-founders first proposed moving it out of Central Park, it seemed impossible. Much has changed in the sport and the city since that 1976 race.

The Fall Pilgrimage of These Graveyard Sheep Is Coming to an End

Since 2013, the Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral has invited farm animals to graze in the cemetery. But renovations will mean they can roam no more.

Justice Dept. Turns Civil Rights Group’s Informant Against It

Lawyers for the Southern Poverty Law Center say that federal prosecutors capitalized on the informant’s money problems and exposure to indictment to persuade him to assist the government.

Cornell Faculty Senate Moves Ahead With No-Confidence Vote Over Handling of Rape Case

After fierce debate, faculty members will begin voting Thursday on a resolution to condemn the administration’s handling of campus sexual assault.

Bronx Fire Caused by E-Bike Battery Kills Boy

Four other people, including two teenagers, were hospitalized after a lithium-ion battery started a fire in an apartment overnight Wednesday.

Alvin K. Hellerstein, Federal Judge Who Oversaw Maduro Case, Dies

Judge Hellerstein was one of the oldest federal judges. He presided over major cases including the civil litigation tied to the Sept. 11 attacks.

Ex-NYPD Sergeant Sentenced to at Least 4 Years for Fatal Drunk-Driving Crash

Tiffany Howell apologized to the family of Manuel Boitel, a Manhattan doorman. She had pleaded guilty to driving the wrong way down a highway while drunk, before crashing into his vehicle.

New York City Marathon Weather Forecast: Warmer Temperatures Than Normal

Thousands of runners will take part in the New York City Marathon on Sunday. Temperatures are expected to be unusually warm for November.

Two Murals That Celebrate New York

In 1986, Keith Haring created a mural with young helpers. Now an artist has worked to make a colorful mural in the Bronx.

In ‘I Became We,’ Many Voices Exalt One Very Personal Decision

For her latest autobiographical work, Mona Pirnot collaborated with Jack D. Coen on beautifully composed classical song-cycle.

How Art and Engineering Built the Statue of Liberty

Exactly 140 years ago, on a rainy day, the Statue of Liberty was inaugurated in New York Harbor. Our critic at large Jason Farago looks at the statue piece by piece to describe how it came to be.

How Hochul Became a Surprise Champion of the Subway

Gov. Kathy Hochul isn’t from New York City, but she could be its biggest mass transit defender in a generation. She has embraced that distinction in her re-election campaign.

Judge Who Used Racist Slur Forced Off Bench by New York’s Highest Court

Walter Jones, a longtime Canandaigua town justice, repeatedly used a slur aimed at Black people while telling a story set on his grandfather’s cotton farm.

Mamdani Seeks to Replace Head of Commission on Racial Equity

Linda Tigani, chairwoman of the commission, has been critical of the Mamdani administration’s handling of a racial equity report. She responded to the mayor’s plan to remove her with fiery comments.

Brooklyn Woman Found Guilty of Training With ISIS in Syria

Halima Salman, a U.S. citizen, was brought by her father to ISIS-controlled territory in 2016, when she was 17. She returned to the United States in 2024.

Before the Plaza’s Glow-Up, One More ‘Gilded’ Party

Cast members from HBO’s “The Gilded Age” snacked on cheese tortelloni and duck shawarma and had their portraits sketched at the Plaza Hotel on Monday night.

Alexander Brothers Sentenced to 30 Years Each for Sex Trafficking

The three siblings used their wealth and influence to lure and sexually assault women for more than a decade. Eleven of the victims spoke on Tuesday before the brothers were sentenced.

Ursula von Rydingsvard, Sculptor of Monumental Forms, Dies at 84

Working with four-by-four cedar beams, she created towering sculptures that evoked cave walls, frozen waves, seashells or the folds of a giant’s brain.

Ursula von Rydingsvard, Sculptor of Monumental Forms, Dies at 84

Working with four-by-four cedar beams, she created towering sculptures that evoked cave walls, frozen waves, seashells or the folds of a giant’s brain.

Could the Prius of Planes Be the Next Air Taxi?

Ultrashorts can land in tight spaces like helicopters. One landed this week at the Downtown Skyport.

The Art of the City Teen Side Hustle

Children and teenagers in New York are still earning money shoveling sidewalks and watching your cats.

A Trump Die-Hard Is Suddenly at Risk in an Upstate G.O.P. District

Blake Gendebien, a Democratic dairy farmer, is trying to flip a House seat in upstate New York. His opponent’s loyalty to President Trump may be helping.