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On the third anniversary of the October 7 Hamas attack, pro-Palestinian demonstrators staged coordinated protests across the US. In Seattle, a march in Capitol Hill ended with one theft arrest and property damage. In New York, a vigil for victims was disrupted by protesters, leading to confrontations with Mayor Mamdani. Organizers linked the events to ongoing conflicts in Gaza and Iran.
The MTA reported that modern fare gates installed at 20 pilot stations reduced fare evasion by an average of 35% in the first half of 2026. Governor Kathy Hochul and MTA leadership announced the expansion of the program to 20 additional stations, with plans to eventually cover 150 stations. The new saloon-style doors feature sensors and cameras to detect payment while improving accessibility for riders with disabilities or luggage. Cubic, the vendor behind OMNY, achieved the highest reduction rates at specific Brooklyn locations.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state disaster emergency on October 6 to address a sharp rise in measles cases, primarily in rural areas. The move expands who can administer vaccines and order tests, as the state reports 108 cases this year. Neighboring Pennsylvania faces its worst outbreak in decades with over 1,000 cases and five deaths.
PepsiCo is voluntarily recalling 122,021 cases of 28-ounce Gatorade bottles across 37 states, including New York and New Jersey, due to undeclared food dyes. The FDA classified the action as a Class II recall on Oct. 2, 2026, indicating a remote risk of serious health consequences. Affected flavors include Lemon Lime, Lemon Lime Zero, Orange, and Orange Zero, which may contain unlisted Yellow No. 5 or Yellow No. 6. Consumers are advised to check lot numbers and return products for refunds.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency on October 6, 2026, to address a sharp rise in measles cases, particularly in rural areas. The move expands who can administer vaccines and order tests. New York has 108 confirmed cases this year, while neighboring Pennsylvania exceeds 1,000 cases with five deaths. The US is experiencing its worst measles year since 1991.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul declared a statewide disaster emergency on October 6 to combat a measles outbreak, marking the first such declaration since cases began rising in 2025. The move expands vaccine access and testing capabilities as New York reports 108 cases, primarily in rural areas, while neighboring Pennsylvania exceeds 1,000 cases.
Wall Street is on track for a record-breaking year, with first-half 2026 profits reaching $45.9 billion, up 51% from last year. This surge is fueled by massive AI investment, robust trading, and a boom in mergers and acquisitions. However, rising interest rates, particularly the 10-year Treasury yield hitting 5.35%, pose a significant risk to this momentum by increasing borrowing costs and potentially dampening dealmaking and consumer activity.
All 11 confirmed measles cases in Lewis County, New York, are located in the town of Lowville, according to the county public health department. The affected individuals, including both children and adults, are unvaccinated and do not attend public schools. On October 5, Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state disaster emergency to address the rising number of measles cases across rural New York, aiming to accelerate case identification and vaccine distribution. Statewide, confirmed cases have reached 101, more than double the 48 recorded last year. Health officials emphasize that the vaccine is 97% effective and urge unvaccinated individuals to seek immunization, noting that the general public risk remains low due to high vaccination rates.
Madison County health officials confirmed a rare Powassan virus infection in an adult male resident who tested positive on Monday. The patient is currently recovering at home. The county emphasized that the virus, transmitted by blacklegged ticks, can be fatal and has no vaccine or specific treatment. Health director Eric Faisst warned that ticks remain active as long as temperatures stay above freezing, urging residents to maintain strict prevention measures despite cooler weather.
Albany Medical Center has placed President and CEO Daniel T. Pickett III on paid leave while a special board committee oversees a 30-day independent review of sexual assault allegations. The review, conducted by an outside firm, aims to assess the potential impact of the claims on the health system. Pickett, who assumed the CEO role in December 2025, denies the accusations and has filed a defamation lawsuit seeking $1 million. Hospital operations will continue under senior leadership during the investigation, with the board declining further comment until the review concludes.
The 40th annual Broadway Flea Market raised $1,487,927 despite a nor'easter, benefiting Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Held indoors at the Hammerstein Ballroom, the event featured 63 tables, a live auction, and 39 performers, with 'The Lost Boys' leading individual table fundraising.
Crews activated the first tunnel-boring machine for the $16 billion Gateway project on September 28, 2026, marking the start of construction for new rail tunnels under the Hudson River. The machines will carve through New Jersey’s Palisades, with full service expected by 2035. This milestone follows a legal victory that restored federal funding after a federal freeze earlier this year.
A slow-moving nor'easter battered the Northeast coast on September 27, 2026, causing significant property damage, power outages, and one fatality. In Massachusetts, storm surges eroded seawalls and covered streets with sea foam, while New York and New Jersey experienced widespread flooding, downed trees, and emergency declarations. Forecasters warned of continued high tides and heavy rain through Monday, though the storm was expected to weaken by Tuesday.
A powerful nor'easter battered the Northeast on Saturday, causing hurricane-force winds, severe coastal flooding, and widespread power outages. The storm brought 74 mph gusts to New Jersey and 55 mph gusts to New York City, resulting in a fatality in Brooklyn. Forecasters warn of continued heavy rain and flooding through Sunday, with significant impacts expected in New England and the mid-Atlantic.
A powerful September nor'easter has struck the U.S. East Coast, causing severe coastal flooding, widespread power outages, and major travel disruptions. Over 31 million people are under coastal flood alerts, with the most intense impacts concentrated along the New Jersey and Delaware shorelines. The storm is expected to stall near the coast through Monday, prolonging rain and wind before departing on Tuesday.