Dedicated to news and information in the New York City area, the Daily News is among America’s oldest newspapers. It has been known for its intense city news coverage, celebrity gossip, classified ads, comics and a sports section. The paper has also been known for its editorials and opinion pieces that offer different perspectives on issues. In addition, the Daily News has an extensive education section that provides information about a variety of topics such as current events, history, science and other subjects.

The newspaper has been owned by several people over the years and has undergone many changes in format, style and content. It was founded in 1878 and has been published continuously since then. It is the oldest of the metropolitan daily papers and is one of the largest newspapers in the United States. The News has won many awards over the years for its writing and journalism.

In the mid-20th century the Daily News was one of the most popular and influential newspapers in the country. Its circulation peaked in 1947 with 2.4 million copies daily. It is also notable for being the first U.S. daily printed in tabloid format. In its early days, the newspaper was known for its sensational headlines. In 1975, for example, the paper screamed “Ford to City: Drop Dead!”

Since its takeover by cost-slashing hedge fund Alden Global Capital in 2017, the Daily News has struggled. The paper has faced staff cuts, a buyout of its printing plant and a series of controversies over its editorial direction. Several senior editors have left the paper, while the venerable paper’s longtime owner, Mortimer Zuckerman, stepped down in 2017.

The Daily News has been criticized for its anti-Trump coverage and editorial positions, but it also has been praised for its investigative reporting and local focus. The newspaper has a long tradition of supporting political activism, particularly in the city’s poorer neighborhoods. In the past, it has advocated for women’s rights, civil rights and gay rights. The newspaper has also reported on government corruption and organized crime.

The paper has a number of online editions and is available in print form at most major newsstands in the New York City area. It is the most widely distributed newspaper in the state of New York and has an international edition. Its website features videos and blogs as well as news and commentary. The News is also home to a variety of contests and sweepstakes in which readers can win money, VIP event tickets and premium experiences and gift cards to high-end restaurants. The website also includes articles, editorials and opinion pieces from the newspaper’s editors and columnists. The website also features a community for its readers where they can share their stories.