Alvin Bragg is in the news for his handling of recent NYC crime cases. First African American DA for Manhattan, born 1973.
A large snowball fight in Washington Square Park led to police officers being injured by snow and ice, with four suspects sought by police. Mayor Mamdani downplayed the incident as a chaotic but non-criminal event, while police and unions describe it as lawless and disgraceful.
Skiboky Stora was convicted of assault, stalking, and harassment targeting women, Jewish people, and white individuals in New York between 2023 and 2024. He represented himself during the trial, denying hate motives, but video evidence confirmed his involvement. Sentencing is scheduled for April 14.
As of March 21, 2026, Texas prepares for a May 26 GOP Senate runoff between incumbent John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton. Both remain on the ballot after failing to secure a majority in the March 3 primary. President Trump has yet to endorse either candidate, with his decision possibly tied to the fate of the SAVE America Act. Democrat James Talarico won the Democratic primary, setting up a competitive general election.
Harvey Weinstein's third retrial is underway in New York, focusing on a 2013 rape allegation by Jessica Mann. The jury is being selected, and the trial is expected to last up to four weeks. Weinstein denies all accusations and has shifted legal teams amid ongoing health concerns.
Jessica Mann has testified again at Harvey Weinstein’s third Manhattan sex-crimes trial, detailing a 2013 encounter in a Manhattan hotel room. Prosecutors seek a conviction on the rape charge after prior trials ended in overturns or a deadlock; Weinstein denies the allegations and remains in custody. The court has admitted new and previously discussed materials as evidence, while defense attorneys challenge the credibility of Mann’s account.
The Manhattan post-conviction review unit has found new evidence undermining the case against Harry Ruiz, who was convicted in 1994 for the fatal shooting of Emmanuel Felix. The findings include undisclosed payments to a key witness’s family and inconsistencies in witness testimony. Ruiz has maintained innocence, and a judge has rebuked a former assistant district attorney over participation in the reinvestigation. The case remains under consideration as prosecutors weigh next steps.