NYC NOW Evening Roundup: Judge Says Jim Walden’s Name Must Stay on NYC Mayoral Ballot, Alleged Arsonist Accused of Killing Queens Couple Confesses, NY Liberty Head to Playoffs, and Grape Season is Here
Sep 12, 2025
A court ruling secures Jim Walden's name on the NYC mayoral ballot despite his withdrawal. A confessing suspect in the tragic murder of a Queens couple raises eyebrows. The New York Liberty are gearing up for their playoff showdown, adding excitement to the sports scene. Meanwhile, grape season is in full swing, with local insights on the best varieties to savor, just in time for fall!
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Withdrawn Candidate Still Listed
- A judge ruled Jim Walden must remain on the NYC mayoral ballot despite withdrawing after the filing deadline.
- Walden said he ended his campaign to help unite anti-Mamdani voters but remains listed on the ballot.
Suspect Confesses After Manhunt
- Prosecutors say Jamel McGriff confessed to killing Frank and Maureen Olten and setting their Queens home on fire.
- Police tracked him via commercial transactions and arrested him in Midtown after a two-day manhunt.
Museum Sleepovers Return
- The American Museum of Natural History will resume monthly sleepovers for children and caregivers starting late October.
- Activities include sleeping under the blue whale, flashlight tours, snacks, and tickets at $225 per person.