Ex-con wanted in Harlem attack
The NYPD released the name and a photo of the suspect wanted for allegedly viciously beating and sexually assaulting a German tourist in Harlem. The NYPD identified the suspect as Keon Robinson, 28, an ex-con. He is a Level 3 sex offender who was arrested for a similar crime in 2007, Chief of Detectives Robert Boyce said. He served seven years in prison for that attack.
The NYPD released the name and a photo of the suspect wanted for allegedly viciously beating and sexually assaulting a German tourist in Harlem. The NYPD identified the suspect as Keon Robinson, 28, an ex-con. He is a Level 3 sex offender who was arrested for a similar crime in 2007, Chief of Detectives Robert Boyce said. He served seven years in prison for that attack.
NJ Transit not collecting tickets: Report
The NY Times reported Monday that NJ Transit failed to collected 240,000 tickets last year and lost out on $5M on revenue. NJ Transit responded to the Times saying the revenue loss is speculative.
The NY Times reported Monday that NJ Transit failed to collected 240,000 tickets last year and lost out on $5M on revenue. NJ Transit responded to the Times saying the revenue loss is speculative.
Penn Station flooding
The heavy rain caused some flooding in and around Penn Station. An entrance was closed and the stairs leading to a platform were closed for a few hours.
The heavy rain caused some flooding in and around Penn Station. An entrance was closed and the stairs leading to a platform were closed for a few hours.
'I Was There'
The 9/11 inspired movie is directed by Jorge Valdes-Iga and stars writer and actor James A. Lee. 'I Was There' is playing at the NYC Independent Film Festival through May 7.
The 9/11 inspired movie is directed by Jorge Valdes-Iga and stars writer and actor James A. Lee. 'I Was There' is playing at the NYC Independent Film Festival through May 7.
Trump security
The NYPD has stepped up security in the city for President Trump's visit.
The NYPD has stepped up security in the city for President Trump's visit.
Tony Bennett
Rosanna Scotto introduced Tony Bennett to SnapChat as they toured his new art exhibit.
Rosanna Scotto introduced Tony Bennett to SnapChat as they toured his new art exhibit.
Fake Uber drivers
The Drug Enforcement Agency said its Strike Force busted several people in New York City pretending to be Uber drivers while delivering cocaine and heroin to more than 100 customers. Those arrested include alleged ring leader Alfredo Tejada-Almonte who placed fake Uber logos and stickers on cars and parked them in front of buildings while making drug runs in the Bronx and upper Manhattan, DEA officials said.
The Drug Enforcement Agency said its Strike Force busted several people in New York City pretending to be Uber drivers while delivering cocaine and heroin to more than 100 customers. Those arrested include alleged ring leader Alfredo Tejada-Almonte who placed fake Uber logos and stickers on cars and parked them in front of buildings while making drug runs in the Bronx and upper Manhattan, DEA officials said.
Water leak in Penn Station
As bad as the commute through Penn Station in Manhattan is these days, it got even worse Wednesday when a ceiling pipe burst, dumping gallons of disgusting-smelling water on a Long Island Rail Road concourse and then down to a platform below.
As bad as the commute through Penn Station in Manhattan is these days, it got even worse Wednesday when a ceiling pipe burst, dumping gallons of disgusting-smelling water on a Long Island Rail Road concourse and then down to a platform below.
Murder of MTA conductor
The NYPD is searching for the boyfriend of slain MTA conductor Jacqueline Dicks in connection with her murder. The mother of six was on her way home from work when she was found dead with a gunshot wound to her head in East New York, Brooklyn, late Monday night. Emergency crews arrived at about 11:40 p.m. and pronounced her dead at the scene, said police.
The NYPD is searching for the boyfriend of slain MTA conductor Jacqueline Dicks in connection with her murder. The mother of six was on her way home from work when she was found dead with a gunshot wound to her head in East New York, Brooklyn, late Monday night. Emergency crews arrived at about 11:40 p.m. and pronounced her dead at the scene, said police.
Fake Uber drivers busted for running drug ring: Cops
Several people were busted in NYC for allegedly running a drug ring while posing as Uber drivers.
Several people were busted in NYC for allegedly running a drug ring while posing as Uber drivers.
MTA worker killed
An MTA train conductor and mother of six on her way home from work was found dead with a gunshot wound to her head in East New York, Brooklyn, late Monday night. Jacqueline Dicks, 41, was off-duty from the Metropolitan Transportation Authority when she was gunned down less than a block from her home. She was wearing her uniform at the time of her death.
An MTA train conductor and mother of six on her way home from work was found dead with a gunshot wound to her head in East New York, Brooklyn, late Monday night. Jacqueline Dicks, 41, was off-duty from the Metropolitan Transportation Authority when she was gunned down less than a block from her home. She was wearing her uniform at the time of her death.
MTA conductor killed on way home
The NYPD says officers found Jacqueline Dicks, 41, unresponsive with a gunshot wound to her head after responding to a 911 call around 11:40 p.m. Monday.
The NYPD says officers found Jacqueline Dicks, 41, unresponsive with a gunshot wound to her head after responding to a 911 call around 11:40 p.m. Monday.
Broken MTA elevators
New York City Comptroller Scott Stringer released the results of an audit of the MTA's elevators and escalators Monday revealing what he called "a maintenance mess." The comptroller's audit found that the MTA failed to complete scheduled maintenance on nearly 80 percent of the elevators and escalators the report sampled.
New York City Comptroller Scott Stringer released the results of an audit of the MTA's elevators and escalators Monday revealing what he called "a maintenance mess." The comptroller's audit found that the MTA failed to complete scheduled maintenance on nearly 80 percent of the elevators and escalators the report sampled.
#NoPayMay protest
Spotty service over the past month has some New Jersey Transit rail riders taking a stand. Fed up with seemingly never-ending delays and disruptions, some riders say they're ready to vote with their pocketbooks. On social media, commuters and transit advocates are using the hashtag #nopaymay to encourage riders to present their April monthly passes in May to protest dismal service.
Spotty service over the past month has some New Jersey Transit rail riders taking a stand. Fed up with seemingly never-ending delays and disruptions, some riders say they're ready to vote with their pocketbooks. On social media, commuters and transit advocates are using the hashtag #nopaymay to encourage riders to present their April monthly passes in May to protest dismal service.
Expect more Penn Station woes
Rail commuters at NY Penn Station can anticipate as many as three "significant" service disruptions this summer as part of the accelerated repair work of its aging infrastructure plans announced this week. Amtrak CEO Wick Moorman told a New Jersey legislative committee Friday that the goal is to have the work at the nation's busiest rail station done by Labor Day. "Amtrak now plans to advance this work quickly through a series of major projects beginning in May and continuing through the fall in order to quickly achieve the benefits of this renewal work for our partners and passengers," according to a statement posted to Amtrak.com. The work will require the closing of tracks and schedule changes of all the railroads operating at NY Penn.
Rail commuters at NY Penn Station can anticipate as many as three "significant" service disruptions this summer as part of the accelerated repair work of its aging infrastructure plans announced this week. Amtrak CEO Wick Moorman told a New Jersey legislative committee Friday that the goal is to have the work at the nation's busiest rail station done by Labor Day. "Amtrak now plans to advance this work quickly through a series of major projects beginning in May and continuing through the fall in order to quickly achieve the benefits of this renewal work for our partners and passengers," according to a statement posted to Amtrak.com. The work will require the closing of tracks and schedule changes of all the railroads operating at NY Penn.
Amtrak repairs
Amtrak will step up infrastructure repairs in Penn Station this summer, but that will mean more service delays to accommodate the construction and rehabbing. The work will require the closing of tracks and schedule changes of all the railroads operating at Penn. Some work will be done on weekends but a significant part will be done on weekdays, according to Amtrak CEO Wick Moorman.
Amtrak will step up infrastructure repairs in Penn Station this summer, but that will mean more service delays to accommodate the construction and rehabbing. The work will require the closing of tracks and schedule changes of all the railroads operating at Penn. Some work will be done on weekends but a significant part will be done on weekdays, according to Amtrak CEO Wick Moorman.
Funeral for a hero
Thousands of firefighters stood together dressed in blue to remember their fallen brother, Firefighter William Tolley, a 14-year FDNY veteran who died in the line of duty last week after falling from an apartment building in Queens. His casket was draped with the FDNY flag as it was brought into St. Martin of Tours Roman Catholic Church in Bethpage. His wife Marie followed with her daughter, Bella, 8, who wore her father's dress cap. Inside, they sang Bella's favorite song. Her uncle, Robert, says his brother was born to be a firefighter.
Thousands of firefighters stood together dressed in blue to remember their fallen brother, Firefighter William Tolley, a 14-year FDNY veteran who died in the line of duty last week after falling from an apartment building in Queens. His casket was draped with the FDNY flag as it was brought into St. Martin of Tours Roman Catholic Church in Bethpage. His wife Marie followed with her daughter, Bella, 8, who wore her father's dress cap. Inside, they sang Bella's favorite song. Her uncle, Robert, says his brother was born to be a firefighter.
Amazon Echo Look
You can ask Amazon Echo's Alexa feature pretty much anything. But what about asking for help with your wardrobe? Amazon has introduced the Echo Look, the new Alexa-powered at-home wardrobe assistant, which draws us closer to total dependence on technology and decision making.
You can ask Amazon Echo's Alexa feature pretty much anything. But what about asking for help with your wardrobe? Amazon has introduced the Echo Look, the new Alexa-powered at-home wardrobe assistant, which draws us closer to total dependence on technology and decision making.
Paige Hathaway
Instagram sensation Paige Hathaway shares her tips for getting 'Fit in 5.'
Instagram sensation Paige Hathaway shares her tips for getting 'Fit in 5.'
Expert tips on talking with children about '13 Reasons Why'
Dr. Jill M. Emanuele, senior clinical psychologist in the Anxiety and Mood Disorders Center at the Child Mind Institute, shares tips on how and what to discuss with their children if you watch the new movie, '13 Reasons Why.'
Dr. Jill M. Emanuele, senior clinical psychologist in the Anxiety and Mood Disorders Center at the Child Mind Institute, shares tips on how and what to discuss with their children if you watch the new movie, '13 Reasons Why.'