This week, as our #Jewish siblings concluded the holy days of #RoshHashanah and #YomKippur, we entered October carrying both sacred reflection and global sorrow.

EDITORIAL: "U.S. foreign and domestic policies often converge, and there are several examples of this today. Take, for example, Trump’s deployment of troops to major American cities and the attack on suspected narco-traffickers in the Caribbean."

WEATHER ALERT: A nor'easter is headed to the city today bringing heavy rain and high winds. A high wind advisory and costal flood warning is in effect for parts of New York City for Sunday and Monday. Go to amsterdamnews.com/weather for more information.

One in three Americans can’t afford to take recommended doses of prescription drugs because of skyrocketing prices. Even the price tag for low-cost generic drugs has risen so much that some consumers are cutting their doses in half, or skipping them entirely, to stretch out a month’s supply.

The city Department of Housing Preservation and Development (#HPD) released the final version of the “Where We Live” plan on October 2 to comply with federal fair housing standards, as well as state and local anti-discrimination laws.

Rob Parker’s journey is now etched in history. Southern Connecticut State University just named its sports press box after the trailblazing journalist. First Black columnist at Newsday, Detroit Free Press, and Cincinnati Enquirer. Now, his name overlooks the field where it all began.

Enthralled with #dance, a 14-year-old girl adopted a new first name, #Dancette, and a lifetime love was cemented.

Washington Commanders rookie running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt was one of his team’s outstanding performers in last Sunday’s 27-10 road win over the Los Angeles Chargers.

COVER STORY: Even @iamcardib’s influence may not be enough to soften the blow of the MTA's upcoming fare increase, set to take effect in January 2026. #Subway and local bus fares will rise to $3 starting then. Read more here: http://bit.ly/4ohyQmX 

#FDNY EMS #Local2507, the union representing more than 4,000 emergency medical technicians, paramedics, and fire inspectors, has launched the #StandWithEMS campaign.

An opposition politician who is set to become #Guyana’s opposition leader when parliament convenes in the coming weeks has been indicted on a string of charges by a federal grand jury in Florida linked to a massive gold smuggling, tax #evasion, and money #laundering scheme in recent years.

Too many Black Americans wait longer for transplants—and some never make it off of the list. Share your views in our short survey. Your voice could help save lives. 👉Visit bit.ly/4nzm82L to take the survey. #DonateLife #BlackHealthMatters

In the mid-90s, Dr. Ian Andre Roberts came to the U.S. from Guyana with promise, pursuing the American dream. Three decades later, he is in U.S. Marshals custody in Iowa, facing federal firearm charges and deportation.

Black New Yorker: Inspired by her grandmother a natural healer in Jamaica ,Dr. Cheryl Smith has become a leading physician in Harlem for over 30 years, specializing in HIV/AIDS. Her family's healing blueprint guides her as a community leader today

OP-ED: At a time when more people are seeking a path through depression, anxiety, and other mental illnesses, representation matters. When your therapist looks like you ,or at least has the framework to understand your lived realities, the work changes. Healing feels possible.

William “Bill” Morris Perkins’ life is a true Harlem tale, going from humble beginnings to an activist and finally an elected official. So on Oct. 4, his home village saw fit to celebrate his life and legacy by naming a street for him in an emotional ceremony.

A grand jury has indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James on a fraud charge, a person familiar with the matter told The Associated Press on Thursday. Read more here: http://bit.ly/3VYY3qa

In 2007, when Dancette Pratts’ longtime #teacher and #mentor, Bette White Fernandez (who passed away earlier this year), decided to retire after 54 years, she turned over her dance studio to Pratts, who had begun teaching #dance at the precocious age of eight.

Please see our statement on the unauthorized use of our logo to create a false story by City Council candidate Johnathan Rinaldi.

As Republican and Democrat legislators squabble over the federal government shutdown, educators worry that the impacts to funding for schools and colleges could be serious the longer it continues.

A judge will resentence #AndreBrown later this year, opening the door for him to remain free despite his reinstated conviction.

The Amsterdam News Educational Foundation recently celebrated the AmNews' unprecedented award winning renaissance and share the exciting work ahead. See the full video here: http://bit.ly/4ohLJxn

EDITORIAL: "U.S. foreign and domestic policies often converge, and there are several examples of this today. Take, for example, Donald Trump’s deployment of troops to major American cities and the attack on suspected narco-traffickers in the Caribbean."

MOVIE REVIEW: There is plenty to divide audiences in “One Battle After Another,” the rollicking and provocative new feature produced, written, and directed by auteur Paul Thomas Anderson and inspired by the Thomas Pynchon novel “Vineland.” Set in present-day California.

A judge will resentence Andre Brown later this year, opening the door for him to remain free despite his reinstated conviction. The Bronx-born father faced the possibility of resuming the now-vacated 40-year prison bid he was freed from in 2022.

COVER STORY: While the MTA insists the upcoming fare increase is necessary to sustain the transit system and is below the rate of inflation, critics argue that this ongoing cycle of fare hikes criminalizes poverty.

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Please see our statement on the unauthorized use of our logo to create a false story by City Council candidate Johnathan Rinaldi.

Black New Yorker: Basketball was everything to Antoine Noble—and that passion never left. Though a knee injury changed his path, his love for the game and his Harlem community led him to youth development. He’s dedicated to ensuring the next generation has a shot!

EDITORIAL: Mayor Adams gave the state service—reduced shootings, etc. However,his failures dominate the story. To the citizens of New York the accomplishments are merely footnotes. #NYCpolitics.

Too many Black Americans wait longer for transplants—and some never make it off of the list. Share your views in our short survey. Your voice could help save lives. 👉Visit bit.ly/4nzm82L to take the survey. #DonateLife #BlackHealthMatters

Sean “Diddy” Combs’ lawyers want the hip-hop mogul sent to a low-security federal prison in New Jersey to serve his four-year, two-month prison sentence, telling a judge Monday that the facility’s drug treatment program will help him stay clean.

Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani turned up as the National Action Network (NAN) celebrated its 15th Annual Triumph Awards, which featured several high-profile honorees in a star-studded event on October 6. His rival candidate, former Gov. Andrew Cuomo,was absent.

Today we honor civil rights activist and founder of The Rainbow PUSH Coalition Rev. Jesse Jackson on his 84th birthday!

The annual #GameChangers conference, held last week in #NewYorkCity, celebrated its 15th class of honorees. Leaders in sports came from around the country to discuss today’s progress and the journey still to come in women’s sports.

If you have not seen “Stranger Things: The First Shadow,” playing at the #MarquisTheatre in the Marriott on W. 46th Street, then you must make plans to see this horror play which comes brilliantly to life in front of your eyes.

ICYMI: It took just a couple of days after Mayor Eric Adams dropped out of the 2025 campaign before the remaining candidates began targeting each other. While the race may have become more focused, it is no less scurrilous.

Christopher Nieves was jailed over a pedicab violation—and died before ever seeing a judge. His story is a tragic reminder that NYC’s jail system still puts vulnerable lives at risk. #JusticeReform #Rikers

The #AFGE and #AFSCME have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over firing threats due to the government #shutdown.

The Trump administration is canceling millions of dollars in magnet school grant funding after New York City officials missed a last week deadline to overhaul their policies regarding transgender students.

“Vinyl NYC: 33 1/3 of the Best Record Stores Across All Five Boroughs,” husband and wife architectural and interior photographers James and Karla Murray explore New York City’s iconic record shops from across all 5 boroughs. Read more here: http://bit.ly/48Y3AEO .

Assemblymember Landon Dais is making a statewide push to end poverty among veterans, especially among Black and Brown veterans, who are more prone to experience homelessness and unemployment after their service.

The late Michael D. Dinwiddie, the curator of an absolutely breathtaking exhibition recently opened at #LincolnCenterPerformingArtsLibrary, “Syncopated Stages: Black Disruptions to the Great White Way.”

The #Guyana-born educator, arrested by masked #ICE agents in #Iowa last week, has not only championed a stellar academic career in the U.S. but was on his way to becoming a high-ranking police officer back home before migrating to the U.S..

The CDC's ACIP vaccine committee was in disarray, voting three times in two days on a combined MMR-Chickenpox vaccine. Members admitted they were confused about the funding.

Black women were the central focus at a NYC mayoral forum held on September 29th in Harlem. The three major candidates discussed their platforms specifically with NY1's Cheryl Wills at the Apollo Stages.

EDITORIAL: "As the city’s second elected Black mayor, Eric Adams patterned himself after David Dinkins — prophetically right down to being a one-term office holder. But as we often say, all comparisons are odious."

If you have not seen Gabrielle Nevaeh in “Stranger Things: The First Shadow,” playing at the Marquis Theatre in the Marriott on W. 46th Street, then you must make plans to see this horror play which comes brilliantly to life in front of your eyes.

Too many Black Americans wait longer for transplants—and some never make it off of the list. Share your views in our short survey. Your voice could help save lives. 👉Visit http://bit.ly/4nzm82L to take the survey. #DonateLife #BlackHealthMatters

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