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Friday, September 5, 2025 - Midtown, Manhattan It was truly a star-studded gala in celebration of America’s 250th birthday in Midtown Manhattan as WABC Radio and its owners, John and Margo Catsimatidis, paid tribute to the start of America's year long celebration hosting New York’s political community on a night to remember. With the news and happenings changing every few hours, APBs Mike Leventhal caught up with Republican mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa to get his thoughts on the revelations that the White House might be floating an ambassador-ship position to Eric Adams in order to drop out of this hotly contested race… John Catsimatidis has a close relationship with President Trump and talks to him regularly and told Mike that something big is happening very soon! Staten Island based Scott LoBaido is an American artist known for patriotic, US Flag, and political themed paintings and sculptures. We first met Scott in the park across from the courthouse when Donald Trump was inside facing a judge - At the WABC Radio Foundation gala, Scott told Mike Leventhal that he firmly supports Curtis Sliwa to be the next mayor of the City of New York… The intrigue continues - what will Eric Adams do? Does Curtis have the ground game to advance in the polls - How much influence will president Trump exert? APB News has reporters and researchers as this is a developing story… 5:02
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Intrigue, Denials and Staredowns at the WABC Radio Foundation Annual Gala in Midtown Manhattan

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Runaway Horse-Drawn Carriage in Central Park

August 2025 - East Hampton, NY The first-ever biography of America’s greatest crime reporter in a newspaper career spanning decades, Jimmy Breslin covered the stories that he knew mattered most: the human stories beyond the front page. From the JFK assassination, to the Son of Sam killings, mafia heists, the Crown Heights riots, and the Occupy movement, Breslin’s influential columns captured the life beat of the second half of the 20th century. A quintessential New Yorker, Breslin rubbed shoulders with world leaders and neighborhood arsonists, profiled JFK’s gravedigger, and elicited letters from the Son of Sam killer during his reign of terror, all recounted in columns that were personal, blunt, and the truth - at least Jimmy’s version of it. Jimmy Breslin: The Man Who Told the Truth is the first biography of the legendary writer, vividly portrayed by Richard Esposito, a former colleague of the Big Man. From Breslin’s humble beginnings as a copy boy, to winning the 1986 Pulitzer Prize for Commentary, the writer’s life was as fascinating as any of his subjects. APB News caught up with longtime friend and colleague Richard Esposito at the 2025 East Hampton Library’s Annual Authors Night fundraiser to reflect on Jimmy’s career and why this is an important book for young journalists to discover. With the full cooperation of Breslin’s estate, and interviews with countless of Breslin’s former coworkers, friends, and enemies, Esposito has crafted a meticulous and revealing portrait of a complex man who bared his soul to the world in column inches. @libraryvideos 4:01
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Jimmy Breslin: The Man Who Told the Truth - Book Debut

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U.S. Dept. of Justice Serves New York State Attorney General Leticia James with two subpoenas #apb

Headline: Nobel Peace Prize Laureate & Journalist Maria Ressa is Concerned with U.S. Democracy Main Text: August 2025 - Midtown Manhattan APB News reflects back from an interview conducted this past September at the Clinton Global Initiative - a summit that brought world and thought leaders together under the umbrella of the United Nations general Assembly. APB News caught up with Marfia Ressler after her talk on stage with former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to talk about the new world order and what concerns her. The Nobel Peace Prize laureate and investigative journalist Maria Ressa has long fought for global press freedom as described in her book "How to Stand Up to a Dictator" which details her experience running the news site Rappler under the increasingly autocratic regime of President Rodrigo Duterte in the Philippines. She recently spoke with Mike Leventhal to discuss parallels she's seeing between the Philippines and the U.S. under President Trump. 3:28
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Nobel Peace Prize Laureate & Journalist Maria Ressa is Concerned with U.S. Democracy

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 - Midtown Manhattan: By: APB Staff Writer Just days after a mass shooting took place outside and inside of 345 Park Avenue at East 52nd Street, New Yorkers are trying to get back to a sense of normalcy. The shooting left four people dead including an off-duty New York City police officer and a number injured. Detectives from the NYPD Crime Scene Unit remain at the building studying the layout and trying to get a better sense of how the incident took place. Two shattered lobby windows were boarded up in the wake of the violence created by 27-year-old Shane Tamura, who opened fire first in the lobby and then on the 33rd floor of the office complex before fatally shooting himself in the chest. Detectives now say there was a second note left in Tamura's Las Vegas apartment addressed to his parents, which might offer more of an explanation of why he did this - offering an apology. The NYPD said at a series of news conferences that Tamura's gripe was with the National Football League who is based in the building - stating he was angry with the league with head injuries sustained by players over the years claiming he sustained the same brain injuries when he played high school football. Among the victims was NYPD Officer Didarul Islam, who had been working a private security detail inside the building when Tamura entered and opened fire in the lobby. Islam’s death shook the police department to its core that this happened as off-duty officers are allowed to accept private security work with permission from the department. This is a developing story! 2:00
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Update on Park Avenue in Midtown Manhattan Days After the Mass Shooting #mayoradams #apbnews #cte

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House Ethics Panel says AOC’s 2021 Met Gala appearance violated its gift rules #aoc #dress #taxes

What's happening in New York City could impact us all. Brandon Straka, the founder of the viral conservative WALK AWAY movement, is on a mission to "save" NYC from Democratic Socialism. This Nebraska native, who initially came to the city for his artistic dreams, is now deeply involved in its political future. APB News joined Straka in Union Square as he rallied against Democratic Socialism, particularly in the context of the mayoral race. Despite a modest crowd of 75, Straka is pushing forward. He's launched a comprehensive strategy to combat socialist policies in NYC, specifically focusing on Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani's agenda of rent freezes and government-controlled transportation. Straka's group plans to hold high-energy events and rallies across all five boroughs, aiming to inform New Yorkers about the potential repercussions of socialist policies. The critical question facing the city: Will a strong, single candidate emerge to challenge Mamdani, or will the opposition be fragmented? Get the full story on Straka's fight to influence New York City's direction. #WalkAway #BrandonStraka #NYCPolitics #DemocraticSocialism #SaveNYC #NewYorkCity #NYC #ConservativeMovement #ZohranMamdani #MayoralRace #BigApple #PoliticalDebate #RentFreeze #PublicTransportation #GrassrootsMovement 2:45
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Walk Away Foundation Launches Plan to Halt NYC Socialism and Zohran Mamdani | #ZohranMamdani #NYC

July 10, 2025 - Washington DC & Brasilia, Brazil: This week, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 50% tariff on all Brazilian imports, effective August 1st. He cited Brazil’s prosecution of former President Jair Bolsonaro, labeling it a "witch hunt" and an "insidious attack" on free speech and election integrity. Brazilian President Lula immediately summoned the U.S. chargé d’affaires, denouncing Trump’s demand to drop the trial and reaffirming Brazil’s independent institutions. Lula called Trump’s letter "offensive" and warned of reciprocal counter-tariffs. This action follows Eduardo Bolsonaro's temporary resignation from Congress in March 2025 and his move to the U.S. to lobby for political asylum and pressure Brazil’s judiciary - specifically Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes. His goal, he told APB News earlier this year, is to rally U.S. officials to sanction de Moraes and promote clemency for those involved in the January 8th riots in Brasília. Brazil is the U.S.’s second-largest trading partner, exporting around $40 to $50 billion annually, including coffee, orange juice, steel, and iron. The announcement caused Brazil’s real to fall over 2% and sparked broader market uncertainty. This is a developing story. #Trump #Brazil #Tariffs #TradeWar #Bolsonaro #Lula #Geopolitics #InternationalRelations #BreakingNews #Economy 2:17
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Trump Announces 50% Tariff on Brazilian Goods | #Trump #Brazil

A week after his partial conviction, APB News dives into what's next for Sean "Diddy" Combs. Judge Arun Subramanian denied bail, citing Diddy as a flight risk and potential danger, especially given past allegations of violence. With sentencing scheduled for October 3rd, the Probation Office is preparing a pre-sentencing report. While Diddy's team hopes for a lighter sentence, prosecutors are pushing for 4-5 years per count, and legal experts believe a lenient outcome is unlikely. Learn about his planned appeal, the possibility of a presidential pardon, and the 50+ civil lawsuits still pending against him. Diddy remains in custody at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn. #Diddy #SeanCombs #LegalUpdate #MannenAct #CourtCase #CelebrityNews #APBNews #Justice 1:00
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Diddy's Fate: What's Next After Conviction?

It's been one week since Sean "Diddy" Combs' partial conviction on two counts of transportation for prostitution under the Mann Act. APB News brings you the latest on his legal future. Judge Arun Subramanian firmly denied bail, citing Diddy as a significant flight risk and a potential danger, a decision reinforced by past allegations of violence including the infamous hotel incident. Sentencing is now officially set for Friday, October 3rd, 2025, a date confirmed after earlier discussions about moving it up. The Probation Office is currently compiling a crucial pre-sentencing report, which will play a major role in the judge's final decision. Legal experts highlight that aggravating factors, such as documented violent behaviors, are likely to influence the severity of the sentence. While Diddy's defense team is pushing for leniency, aiming for a term of 21 to 27 months including time served, prosecutors are advocating for a much harsher 4-5 years per count. Most legal analysts agree that a lighter sentence is highly improbable given the nature of the conviction. Beyond the federal case, Combs' legal team is preparing to appeal the conviction, and there's growing speculation about a potential presidential pardon. It's also important to note that Diddy still faces over 50 civil lawsuits alleging sexual misconduct. These are entirely separate from his criminal case and are expected to proceed regardless of his sentencing outcome. For now, Sean Combs remains in custody at the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) in Brooklyn, awaiting his fate. #Diddy #SeanCombs #DiddyConviction #MannAct #LegalUpdate #CourtCase #Sentencing #BailDenied #CelebrityNews #APBNews #JusticeSystem #TrueCrime #HollywoodScandal #MDCBrooklyn 2:04
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Diddy's Conviction: What Happens Next? Bail Denied, Sentencing Confirmed for Oct 3 | #Diddy

The July Fourth weekend in the Hamptons served as a pivotal moment for the New York City mayoral race, with independent candidate Eric Adams taking a leading role. He spent the holiday weekend connecting with supporters and drawing attention to Democratic frontrunner, socialist Zohran Mamdani. Adams spoke to APB News about Mamdani's controversial Columbia University admission claim and publicly questioned the feasibility of his $9 billion tax proposals, citing Governor Kathy Hochul's opposition. As the political season intensifies, New York will be watching closely as journalists uncover more. #NYCMayor #EricAdamsCampaign #HamptonsDebut #PoliticalSeason #ZohranMamdani #NYCNext 1:00
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NYC Mayoral Race Kicks Off in Hamptons with Adams at the Forefront

This July Fourth weekend in the Hamptons, NYC Mayor Eric Adams wasn't just celebrating – he was leading a full-throttle campaign blitz for the upcoming mayoral race! From high-profile fundraisers at the Dan’s Taste Celebration to direct jabs at Democratic frontrunner Zohran Mamdani, Adams was front and center. He controversially challenged Mamdani's Columbia University admission claims and fiercely attacked his $9 billion tax hike proposal, pointing to Governor Kathy Hochul's firm opposition. APB News caught up with the Mayor on his social media strategy. Get ready for Adams to dominate headlines as this contest heats up! #ericadams #NYCMayor #HamptonsPolitics #Campaign2025 #NYCNextMayor #PoliticalShowdown 2:25
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Eric Adams Lights Up Hamptons: NYC Mayor Kicks Off Mayoral Campaign Blitz | #ericadams

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Where was the Hip Hop community? Not at the courthouse to support Diddy for the jury’s verdict.

The verdict is in for Sean "Diddy" Combs, but a major question hung over the courthouse: Where was the Hip Hop community? On the day the jury decided Diddy's fate after 14 hours of deliberation, mainstream Hip Hop support was conspicuously absent. APB News was on the ground with multiple camera teams, speaking with Diddy's best friend of 35 years, Charlucci Finney, who addressed the lack of music world presence. While federal prosecutors failed to prove Combs was a sex trafficker or ran an international criminal organization (the RICO charge did not stick), Diddy was convicted on two prostitution charges, each carrying a potential sentence of up to ten years. In a significant courtroom development, the judge denied bail for the 55-year-old music mogul, ordering him to remain in detention at the Brooklyn Federal facility. Possible sentencing is slated for Friday, October 3rd. Throughout the intense day, APB's cameras captured movements from Sean Combs' family, including his 85-year-old mother, Janice, who maintained an optimistic outlook. Defense attorney Mark Geragos stated the verdict exonerates him from over 80 civil lawsuits. However, veteran legal experts caution that many of those lawsuits are still considered valid and are expected to play out over the coming years. #Diddy #SeanCombs #HipHopNews #CourtCase #Verdict #RICO #NYC #Justice #MusicMogul #CelebrityNews 2:44
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Diddy Verdict: Where Was Hip Hop? | Bail Denied, Family Reacts, RICO Drops | #Diddy

Thursday June 19th, A peaceful protest took place outside the Iranian Mission to the United Nations, where demonstrators gathered in a pro-Israel, anti-Islamic regime demonstration aimed at raising awareness about the brutality and oppression carried out by Iran’s ruling government. Former New York State Assemblyman Dov Hikind delivered remarks condemning the regime’s actions and voicing support for the Iranian people’s struggle for freedom. Protesters chanted “No nukes for Iran,” emphasizing concerns over Iran’s nuclear ambitions. One demonstrator stood out, proudly waving an Israeli flag while wearing a #FreeIran outfit—a symbolic fusion of solidarity between those oppressed by the regime and those who stand for democracy. The protest was marked by the visual unity of Israeli and American flags, underscoring the shared democratic values and commitment to human rights that bind the two nations. 1:00
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Protest outside the Iranian Mission to the United Nations over Iran’s nuclear ambitions #FreeIran

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 - Lower Manhattan - New York City comptroller and Democratic mayoral candidate Brad Lander was arrested by federal agents at an immigration court after he linked arms with a person that authorities were attempting to detain. The person Lander was walking out of the courtroom was also arrested. Lander had spent the morning observing immigration court hearings and told reporters that he was there to “accompany” some immigrants out of the building after their hearings. Lander’s detainment comes a little more than a month after Newark, New Jersey, Mayor Ras Baraka was arrested on a trespassing charge outside a federal immigration detention center in Newark. The charge was later dropped by interim U.S. Attorney for New Jersey Alina Habba, and Baraka’s fellow Democrat, Rep. LaMonica McIver, was charged with assaulting and impeding federal agents stemming from her role at the same visit as the mayor. A federal indictment charges she grabbed, pushed and blocked officers from arresting the mayor. She’s denied the charges and said she plans to fight it. Baraka has since filed a federal lawsuit against Habba alleging false arrest and malicious prosecution. A spokesperson for the FBI deferred comment to the Department of Homeland Security, which did not respond to the media's inquiry. This is a developing story! @NYCMayorsOffice @BarnetteLander @NYCComptroller 3:25
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New York City Comptroller Brad Lander Arrested by ICE Agents inside Federal Immigration Court #ice

June 2025 - Washington DC: While thousands of people came to the nation’s capital to celebrate the U.S. Army’s 250th birthday, the big news was that the Army has met its active duty recruiting goal for 2025, marking the earliest the service has reached its annual enlistment target in more than a decade. The Army surpassed 61,000 future soldier contracts, four months before the end of the fiscal year, marking the second consecutive year that the service has reached its target for new enlistment after it had failed to meet its goals in 2022 and 2023. U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll credited the service’s 10,000 or so recruiters for their “colossal efforts” to improve the service’s recruiting wing in recent years and sign up some 10% more young Americans to join the Army so far this year than last year when it achieved its 55,000-recruit target just before the fiscal year’s end… The Army secretary said Tuesday that hitting the goal so early showed the service’s recruiting challenges were “behind us.” APB News was invited by the America 250th Commission to spend time with the Army leadership and witness the parade. The Army, and most of the other military services, have struggled in recent years to meet their recruiting goals, at least in part because of a shrinking pool of eligible candidates. The Pentagon in recent years has estimated only some 23% of young Americans between the ages of 17 and 24 meet the basic education, fitness and moral criteria to serve. Among those qualified, only about 9% have shown interest in the military in recent years, according to Pentagon data. Amid its struggles in recent years, the Army has launched new programs to bolster its recruiting apparatus and raised its recruiting commander from a two-star general to a three-star. It also opened a new pathway to enlistment for Army hopefuls who initially fall short of meeting the service’s enlistment standards. Before the parade activities started, more than a dozen Army teams competed in a CrossFit-style competition, showcasing their strength, speed and stamina. The core message from the competition was to demonstrate to the public the level of teamwork that is required of its service members, as these exact fitness exercises are conducted regularly to teach soldiers how to keep mission-focused under pressure. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll congratulated the 3rd Infantry Division soldiers after they won the Army’s fitness contest all as part of the service’s 250th birthday festival on the National Mall in Washington. 3:30
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U.S. ARMY CELEBRATES 250 YEARS AND REACHES RECRUITMENT GOALS

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Edita Birnkrant, the executive director of NYCLASS, said the horse smashed through metal signs, garbage cans and other obstacles along the path as people “were forced to jump from the carriage to save their lives.” 

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Jimmy Breslin: The Man Who Told the Truth by @REspositoNYC - Book Debut

The first-ever biography of America’s greatest crime reporter in a newspaper career spanning decades, Jimmy Breslin covered the stories that he knew mattered most: the human stories beyond the front page.…

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One is related to her office’s civil fraud case against @realDonaldTrump which resulted in a penalty worth hundreds of millions of dollars.

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