It is no ordinary time to lead a city. Budgets are in flux. Divisions are deepening. Political violence and misinformation are growing concerns. And as President Trump aggressively pursues his agenda, national politics are becoming an inescapable reality in city halls. The New York Times sat down last month with 16 mayors at a meeting…
Jul 12, 2025; Sonoma, California, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Chase Elliott (9) speaks to fans before the start of Cup Practice at Sonoma Raceway. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-Imagn Images Practice and Busch Light Pole Qualifying for Sunday’s NASCAR Cup Series AutoTrader EchoPark Automotive 400 at Dover (Del.) Motor Speedway was canceled due to inclement…
Seattle Storm’s Skylar Diggins (4) competes Friday, July 18, 2025, during the WNBA All-Star skills contest at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The extent of the personal issues that have sidelined Seattle Storm star Skylar Diggins is uncertain, but the Storm are certain any absence involving the veteran guard stings. “We have to understand who Sky…
Jul 16, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego FC defender Oscar Verhoeven (33) and Toronto FC defender Richie Laryea (22) battle over the ball in the first half at Snapdragon Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Julia Kapros-Imagn Images Theo Corbeanu scored on a first-half penalty kick and Sean Johnson recorded his 108th career shutout to help…
May 25, 2025; Concord, North Carolina, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Ross Chastain (1) shows off his diamond ring for winning the Coca Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images There may not be a driver in NASCAR who is better at doing more with less than Ross Chastain. Chastain, the…
We’ve shared plenty of spins on this classic treat over the years, but these are the sweet, chocolaty hits our readers just can’t quit. Armando Rafael for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Mariana Velasquez. Published Sept. 4, 2025Updated Sept. 4, 2025 This one goes out to all the chocolate lovers. Fudgy, chewy, cakey or…
The Los Angeles Dodgers have the trophy. The San Diego Padres have the fire. The San Francisco Giants have renewed energy. Welcome to Hot California Summer, where passion and team loyalty already have sparked a brilliant energy that should cast a shadow long into the fall. Pinning down the best division in baseball before the…
Jun 5, 2025; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker (43) walks to the pitchers mound to change pitchers against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the ninth inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images The Atlanta Braves hope a disheartening loss and a flight to San Francisco will lead to the same type…
Jan 4, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitch Marner (16) talks to forward Matthew Knies (23) during a break in the action against the Boston Bruins during the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images Mitch Marner issued an emotional farewell to Toronto on Tuesday, the same day…
Jul 28, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Colorado Rockies relief pitcher Seth Halvorsen (54) reacts after the final out in the ninth inning in a win over the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images Colorado Rockies closer Seth Halvorsen threw just five pitches in the top of the ninth inning before leaving…
