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Today's Big Stories
1. 'It's time to move forward': Adams speaks out after DOJ moves to toss corruption case
Mayor Eric Adams today thanked the Justice Department for ordering federal prosecutors to drop the federal corruption case against him, while continuing to maintain his innocence.
Speaking at a news conference, Adams said he “said from the outset, I never broke the law, and I never would.” Gov. Kathy Hochul, meanwhile, fielded several questions about the Justice Department’s decision at an unrelated briefing this morning.
Follow NY1's live blog for New York officials' reactions to the news.
2. Hochul directs state agency to reject Con Edison's proposed rate hike
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday pushed back against proposed rate hikes from Con Edison, directing the state’s Department of Public Service to reject the company’s request for approval.
The proposed increase from the utility giant would see electricity rates rise by 11.4% and natural gas rates by 13.3% in 2026. At a news conference, Hochul called the proposal “shocking.”
3. New York City argues for noncitizen voting law before state's top court
New York’s top court was asked today to reverse a ruling against a law that would allow noncitizens to vote in New York City municipal elections by lawyers who argued city officials acted within their legal powers.
New York City became the first major U.S. city to grant widespread municipal voting rights to noncitizens in January 2022 — though the law approved by the Democrat-led city council was never implemented due to a legal challenge from Republicans. The city law did not grant noncitizens the right to vote in presidential, congressional or state elections.
4. 4 FEMA employees fired over payments to reimburse NYC for hotel costs for migrants
Four federal employees were fired today over payments to reimburse New York City for hotel costs for migrants, Department of Homeland Security officials said.
The workers are accused of circumventing leadership to make the transactions, which have been standard for years through a program that helps with costs to care for a surge in migration. But officials did not give details on how the four had violated any policies.
5. Trump ally Steve Bannon pleads guilty, avoids jail time in border wall fraud case
Steve Bannon pleaded guilty today to a fraud charge related to duping donors who gave money to a private effort to build a wall along the U.S. southern border — a case the conservative strategist has decried as a "political persecution."
Bannon, a longtime ally of President Donald Trump, reached a plea agreement that spares him from jail time in the "We Build the Wall" scheme as long as he stays out of trouble.
6. Baseball analyst previews Yankees and Mets chances this year
With the Super Bowl in the rear-view mirror, the attention of many city sports fans has already turned to the upcoming baseball season — and New Yorkers have plenty to look forward to this year, according to longtime MLB Network analyst Harold Reynolds.
Reynolds, a former MLB All Star himself, told "Mornings On 1" the days of the Mets being the underdogs are long gone now that they acquired Juan Soto from their cross-town rivals.
7. Tips and tricks for wrapping gifts this Valentine’s Day
Wrapping a gift is often an afterthought, but for some, it’s an art form. From layering tissue paper to adding handmade touches, presents can turn into showstoppers. And yes, wrapping can even be done at the last minute.
Robin Zachary is a prop stylist and the author of the book “Styling Beyond Instagram: Take Your Prop Styling Skills from the Square to the Street.” She joined the “Mornings On 1” team today to share some tips and tricks just in time for Valentine’s Day wrapping.
In Case You Missed It
Rehearsals are underway at 651 ARTS in Brooklyn with the Rooted Theater Company of the critically acclaimed work from Keenan Scott II called "Thoughts of a Colored Man." (Courtesy of 651 ARTS)
Critically acclaimed Broadway show returns in Brooklyn
Rehearsals are underway at 651 ARTS in Brooklyn for a critically acclaimed work from Keenan Scott II called "Thoughts of a Colored Man."
It's the story of seven Black men who grew up in the same neighborhood in Brooklyn. NY1’s Roger Clark spoke with Rooted Theater Company's artistic director about the show.
