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    Angolan Journalist Detained for Protest Coverage

    Hermenegildo Caculo was held for nearly 4 days with no record of arrest, the third time he's been detained while reporting on demonstrations.

    Rainbow Flag Reinstalled at Stonewall, But Placed Below American Flag

    The federal government has restored the Rainbow Flag at the Stonewall National Monument, but it now flies below the American Flag on the flagpole.

    Where Are Young Americans Protesting the Iran War on Campuses?

    MS NOW host Katy Tur questions the lack of student protests against the Iran War compared to past anti-Israel demonstrations.

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    Apr. 16, 2026

    Youth Demand Urgent 2030 Sustainable Action

    Young leaders gather at UN to advance innovative solutions for the Sustainable Development Goals

    Apr. 15, 2026

    Protesters Detained in NYC Anti-War Demonstration

    Activists protested US military support for Israel during ongoing conflict with Iran.

    Apr. 14, 2026

    Advocates Push for Polling Place, More Ballot Curing on Rikers Island

    New York City Council members say less than 5% of eligible Rikers inmates vote due to lack of access.

    Apr. 14, 2026

    Pride Flag to Return to Stonewall Monument

    Federal government reverses decision to remove LGBTQ symbol from historic site.

    Apr. 14, 2026

    Police Arrest 90 at New York Protest Over Israel Arms

    Demonstrators gathered to condemn US military aid to Israel during ceasefire with Iran

    Apr. 14, 2026

    Protesters Rally Against War and ICE in New York

    Demonstrators voice opposition to U.S. foreign policy and immigration enforcement actions.

    Apr. 14, 2026

    Police Arrest New York Protesters Opposing US Arms Sales to Israel

    Demonstrators gathered outside senators' offices, blocking traffic before arrests

    Apr. 13, 2026

    About 100 Protesters Detained at NYC Demonstration Against Israel Arms Sales

    Protesters blocked traffic on Third Avenue in Midtown Manhattan to protest U.S. weapons shipments to Israel.

    Apr. 13, 2026

    Trump Reinstates LGBTQ Pride Flag at Stonewall Monument

    Reversal of prior policy allows rainbow flag to fly at historic civil rights site.

    Apr. 13, 2026

    Stonewall Allowed to Display Pride Flag Again

    Federal government reverses course on removal of LGBTQ symbol from historic monument

    Apr. 13, 2026

    Religious Liberty Commission Urges Ongoing Vigilance Against Threats

    Commissioners call for commission to continue monitoring challenges to religious freedom

    Apr. 12, 2026

    Counterprotest Turns Violent at NYC Anti-Islam Rally

    Makeshift device thrown, 3 arrested as tensions escalate between opposing groups
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    Unions

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    Law

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    NY Attorney General Refuses to Release Tax Returns

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    Elections

    Buttigieg Hints at 2028 Presidential Run

    Schlossberg Leads in NY House Primary Poll

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    Legislative Policy

    Black Women Face Job Losses and Declining Birth Rates

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    New York Lawmakers Struggle to Finalize Budget as Stopgap Spending Tops $7.5 Billion
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    Former President Trump to Read Old Testament Passage at Bible Marathon

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