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Incumbent Ritchie Torres (D) defeated Michael Blake (D) and Jose Vega (D) in the Democratic primary for New York's 15th Congressional District

Incumbent Ritchie Torres (D) defeated Michael Blake (D) and Jose Vega (D) in the Democratic primary for New York's 15th Congressional District on June 23, 2026. As of April 2026, Torres and Blake led in endorsements, fundraising, and local media attention.

Ballotpedia · Jun 25

Five Republican state legislative supermajorities and three Democratic ones are highly exposed to breaking in 2026

Welcome to the Tuesday, June 23, 2026, Brew.

Ballotpedia · Jun 23

Aipac over affordability: Democratic candidates come under fire for support of Israel

Democrats like congressman Ritchie Torres face backlash for pro-Israel stances as Americans’ views of Israel sour

The Guardian - US · Dec 1, 2025

The 10 best jazz albums of 2023

Nikki Iles affirmed her flawless ear, Gretchen Parlato and Lionel Loueke finished each other’s sentences and Tyshawn Sorey rewrote standard-song interpretation

The Guardian - UK · Dec 26, 2023

Obama team reuniting in Chicago to mark 15th anniversary of historic presidential win

The former president will be interviewed by the hosts of “Pod Save America” during the first-of-its-kind reunion, expected to draw thousands Thursday through Saturday.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 29, 2023

Michael Blake/Chroma Nova: Dance of the Mystic Bliss review – joyously audacious jazz

The Canadian saxophonist showcases his flair for the intricate and spontaneous on an album that spans funky guitar hooks to Ellingtonesque reveries

The Guardian - UK · Jun 16, 2023

George Santos indicted on fraud, money laundering and other criminal charges -- 3 essential reads

Even by today’s low ethical standards for politicians, George Santos is quite exceptional.

The Conversation · May 10, 2023

Bowscapes review: album celebrates new traditions in South Africa's ancient bow music

Musical bows are among the oldest instruments in southern Africa. Musicologists think the “ping” a bowstring makes when an arrow is released inspired early hunters (as far back as the Khoi and San nations) to use it for music-making in ritual and, later, other contexts.

The Conversation · Mar 23, 2023

Alexandria youngster with rare condition Pica delighted with bedroom makeover

Little Barry McLaughlin walked into his aquarium-themed new bedroom last week after Impact Group UK offered to transform it at their own cost.

Daily Record · May 4, 2022

'I've had enough': Fishers struggle as lobster 'nearly as cheap as chocolate'

With prices again plunging as low as $35 for a whole lobster it might be a happy Easter for consumers but it's forcing fishers to ponder their future.

ABC News · Apr 14, 2022