Candace Owens

Candace Owens biography: 18 things about New York City native

Candace Owens, born in New York City, is a conservative commentator known for her criticism of feminism and the Black Lives Matter movement. Raised by her grandparents after her parents' divorce, she shifted from liberal views to supporting the Republican Party. Owens founded Blexit and has been recognized by Trump and West. She has faced controversy regarding her past and political transformations.

Manhattan, New York City’s Henry Yau charged with identity theft conspiracy

Henry Yau, a former supervisory deportation officer for ICE, was arrested for improperly sharing confidential government information, benefiting 28 individuals. Meanwhile, Tommy Lin, a former NYC mayor's office director, was involved in a bank fraud conspiracy and arrested for identity theft and fraud charges. Both cases highlight serious misconduct.

10 things about US Army veteran Walter Schnackenberg from Brooklyn, New York City

Walter Martin Schnackenberg, born in Brooklyn, New York, was a U.S. Army veteran and longtime General Electric employee. He married Mary Lou, with whom he had four children. Schnackenberg passed away in 2009 at age 76. He enjoyed traveling, had eight grandchildren, and was active in the Republican National Committee.

Donald John Trump Sr. (©Fulton County Jail)

Queens, New York City native Donald Trump elected US president again

The 60th U.S. presidential election took place on November 5, 2024, featuring Donald Trump as the Republican candidate and Kamala Harris representing the Democrats. Other candidates included individuals from various parties and independent backgrounds. Preliminary electoral votes show Trump with 226 and Harris with 312, with updates expected as more votes are counted.

10 things about Manhattan, New York native Clarice Kirnon Brown

Clarice Lilian Molina Kirnon Brown was a lifelong New Yorker and a dedicated employee of the City College of New York for thirty years. Born on February 14, 1927, she married Byron Lester Brown and had two children. She passed away on March 31, 2006, leaving behind a legacy, including her son, Byron II, Buffalo's first African-American mayor.

New York’s Yuxin Fu accused of scamming Marston Mills, Massachusetts resident out of $46K

Yuxin Fu, 24, from Flushing, Queens, was arrested for scamming a Marston Mills resident by posing as a DEA member, leading the victim to transfer $46,000 for protection against a fictitious investigation. After fleeing to China in May 2023, she was detained upon returning to the U.S. in September 2024 and arraigned for serious charges.

Lyle Menendez biography: 13 things about New York City native

Joseph Lyle Menendez is a Cuban-American man born in New York City, New York, United States to Jose Enrique Menendez and Mary Louise "Kitty" Andersen Menendez. Jose was born in Havana, Cuba while Kitty was born in Oak Lawn, Illinois, USA. Who is Lyle Menendez? After Lyle was born, he and his parents moved to … Continue reading Lyle Menendez biography: 13 things about New York City native

Olivia Nuzzi biography: 13 things about journalist born in New York City

Olivia Hannon Nuzzi is an American journalist from New York City. She lost both parents to illness between 2015 and 2021. A Fordham University graduate, she began her journalism career in 2011 and has worked for outlets like The Daily Beast and New York magazine. Nuzzi has been engaged to Ryan Lizza.

Bronx, New York’s Jimmy Solano-Arias sentenced to 5 years in prison

Jimmy Solano-Arias, 45, of the Bronx, New York City, New York, United States worked as an armed security guard at the Jacob K. Javits Federal Office Building at 26 Federal Plaza in Manhattan, New York City. The building has 41 stories, making it the tallest federal building in the U.S. Who is Jimmy Solano-Arias? Before Solano-Arias … Continue reading Bronx, New York’s Jimmy Solano-Arias sentenced to 5 years in prison

Why Muhammad Shahzeb Khan tried to travel from Canada to New York City

Muhammad Shahzeb Khan, 20, is a citizen of Pakistan and a resident of Canada. He is also known as Shahzeeb Jadoon. Muhammad Shahzeb Khan arrested in Canada On October 7, 2023, Hamas launched a wave of terrorist attacks in Israel. Khan allegedly planned to celebrate the one-year anniversary of the attacks. Khan is accused of trying … Continue reading Why Muhammad Shahzeb Khan tried to travel from Canada to New York City