Linda Schmidt

Jeff Bezos said the bottom half of Americans should pay zero federal income tax. He cited a nurse in Queens making ~$75K and paying ~$12K in taxes saying “we shouldn’t be asking this nurse in Queens to send money to Washington.”

@NYPDPC, @NYCMayor, and @GOVKathyHochul make a public safety-related announcement. x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

.@NYCMayor & @GovKathyHochul & NYPD Commissioner @NYPDPC are announcing that the Bronx will now officially be split into two patrol boroughs - Bronx North and Bronx South The NYPD will be bringing in 200 additional officers into the borough - including specialized units

Outspoken liberal icon Barney Frank, who took on Wall Street and won, dies at 86 trib.al/Ei0ApZg

BREAKING: President Trump comes out in support of former reality TV star Spencer Pratt’s and his political rise in the race to be the next mayor of Los Angeles. When asked if he sees any similarities between himself and the fellow reality-television-star-turned-politician, Trump noted Pratt's unique personality and popular appeal. "Oh, I'd like to see him do well... He's a character."

.@jalenbrunson1 has been listening to @justinbieber before every game since college 🏀 @nyknicks #FallonFlashback

NEW: MPD and the FBI are asking the public to help identify the faces behind the viral Chipotle assault in D.C.’s Navy Yard neighborhood. Authorities say a combined reward of up to $6,000 is now being offered for information leading to arrests and convictions in the case.

⛈️ Thunderstorms are possible across NYC today from 3 PM to 10 PM, with the strongest storms most likely from 5 PM to 9 PM. All thunderstorms are potentially dangerous. Any thunderstorm can produce lightning, heavy rain, and sudden changes in conditions. The strongest storms today may also bring damaging wind gusts up to 55 mph locally. 🌬️ Strong winds can blow around loose outdoor objects, bring down tree limbs, and affect power lines. Secure outdoor items before storms arrive and stay away from downed wires. Always assume downed power lines are live. 🌧️ Heavy rain may develop quickly, with minor flooding possible in poor drainage areas, low lying streets, and underpasses. Avoid walking or driving through flooded streets. 🚇 Use mass transit where possible and allow extra travel time. If you must drive, use caution, especially in high profile vehicles and on elevated bridges. 🏠 Get indoors if you hear thunder. Light rain may linger overnight into Thursday morning. Stay weather aware and sign up for @NotifyNYC: NYC.gov/NotifyNYC

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This is a problem! Does not seem like they were properly vetted like I was & every journalist I know was vetted. @katie_honan “While the city press pass process often requires submitting clips of breaking news stories, Weissbrot told the New York Times that she got approved using her “personal notes” from the Mangione case — rather than using actual articles.”

Long Island Rail Road service has now resumed, with full service back by 4:00 PM — just in time for the Knicks tonight. I want to thank the hardworking @LIRR workforce for helping get the trains back moving for Long Islanders.

.@NYCMayor says these 3 women should not have been issued press passes & that the city will be reviewing its process on how it distributes these press passes Will these press passes be revoked? “As part of the review-we're going to look into what the immediate next steps are”

Ex-Mayor de Blasio took time to appear on Brian Lehrer's show weekly. Mamdani commits to coming on 4 times per year.

The rsvp system is inconsistent and annoying, especially since social media creators get personally invited to events on a totally different system (they get texted from City Hall staff.) Sometimes they include an address, sometimes they don’t.

NEW: A 56-year-old woman plunged to her death after falling into an open manhole while getting out of her car in Midtown Manhattan. Emergency crews rushed her to the hospital, where she was later pronounced dead. Authorities are now investigating how the manhole was left uncovered in one of the busiest parts of New York City.

Bloodthirsty Luigi Mangione fangirls unapologetically celebrate CEO’s assassination: ‘F—k Brian Thompson,’ ‘His children are better off without him’. Read today's cover here: trib.al/DSiq0Kw

YOUR KNICKS ARE BACK TONIGHT‼️ describe your mood in one word ⬇️

.@NYCDHS has declared a Code Red during the current heat emergency. If you see someone who appears to be experiencing homelessness and may need assistance, call 311. An outreach team will be dispatched to offer support. For medical emergencies, call 911.

“It’s a great night for New York folks. A great night for Long Island.” LIRR strike ends at midnight MTA Chair & CEO Janno Lieber says they reached a fair deal with 5 LIRR unions. Phased in train service will begin tomorrow at Noon LIRR says full service will be restored by the evening rush tomorrow #lirr #mta @fox5ny

#LIRR strike is over at midnight tonight. Union workers start returning to work at the time. @fox5ny