NYC NOW Morning Headlines: Gov. Hochul Endorses Zohran Mamdani for NYC Mayor, Public Defenders Demand Probes into Deaths in Police Custody, and PATH Service Resumes Between Harrison and Journal Square
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Sep 15, 2025 Governor Kathy Hochul has thrown her weight behind Zohran Mamdani for mayor, highlighting their shared priorities on affordability and safety. In a push for accountability, the Legal Aid Society is demanding systemic investigations into deaths in police custody, following a troubling trend. Meanwhile, PATH train service between Harrison and Journal Square has resumed after recent disruptions, but more interruptions are on the horizon. Stay tuned for an in-depth look at these pressing issues!
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Hochul Backs Mamdani
- Governor Kathy Hochul publicly endorsed Zohran Mamdani for NYC mayor, highlighting shared urgency on affordability and safety.
- Hochul called Mamdani someone with the courage, urgency, and optimism New York City needs.
Mamdani Praises Hochul’s Priorities
- Mamdani praised Hochul for focusing on affordability, party unity, and standing up to Donald Trump.
- He highlighted efforts to expand child care and secure free school meals as examples of that focus.
Demand To Auto-Investigate Custody Deaths
- Legal Aid urges the Department of Investigation and the Civilian Complaint Review Board to automatically investigate deaths in police custody.
- They highlight cases where detainees showed medical needs yet still died, urging systemic oversight changes.