We at the Amsterdam News wanted to take a second to talk about the U.S. Constitution, one of the most influential and “living ...

Howie Evans was a proverbial giant. Even though standing just 5-10, he was a towering sports and cultural icon.

The theme of the first Monday in May Met Gala, “Tailoring for You”, was derived from the museum’s new exhibition “Superfine, ...

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The Drama Desk Awards always recognize excellence on and off-Broadway and are always extremely inclusive, which is amazing.

The news mainstream media just doesn’t cover. Racial justice journalism since 1909.

Governor Kathy Hochul announced that she and the State Legislature reached an agreement on the budget for fiscal year 2026.

A federal judge appointed by Donald J. Trump has delivered a legal and philosophical blow to the former president’s immigration agenda.

As of now, the city law, passed in 2019 under former Mayor Bill de Blasio, mandates that Rikers be closed by 2027 and replaced by borough-based jails. Adams has been slammed for “abandoning” the plan.

The Kelsey is a California-based nonprofit founded in 2018 that develops disability-forward housing and advocates for housing policy.

Leopoldo Fleming, the conguero and percussionist, and composer whose multi rhythms ignited the definitive sounds of Miriam Makeba, Nina Simone, and Harry Belafonte, died on April 28 in Paterson, N.J.

"Buena Vista Social Club" is a love letter to Cuban music, dance, traditions, and pride that you will want to open and reread again and again.