'13 Reasons Why' controversy over suicide
The Netflix series "13 Reasons Why" is based on a book by Jay Asher. The heavy subject matter of teenage suicide has schools across the country sending letters home to parents warning them about the series and encouraging them to talk with their children about it.
The Netflix series "13 Reasons Why" is based on a book by Jay Asher. The heavy subject matter of teenage suicide has schools across the country sending letters home to parents warning them about the series and encouraging them to talk with their children about it.
Commuter chaos again
LIRR and NJT commuters had to deal with yet another nightmare commute. A power problem in an East River tunnel caused extensive delays. When will this end?
LIRR and NJT commuters had to deal with yet another nightmare commute. A power problem in an East River tunnel caused extensive delays. When will this end?
NYPD gun bribery probe
A former New York Police Department lieutenant, two former police officers and a lawyer who once worked as a prosecutor were arrested in a federal gun licensing probe Tuesday as authorities said police employees traded speedy handling of gun permits for paid vacations, jewelry, catered parties, cash and visits to strip clubs.
A former New York Police Department lieutenant, two former police officers and a lawyer who once worked as a prosecutor were arrested in a federal gun licensing probe Tuesday as authorities said police employees traded speedy handling of gun permits for paid vacations, jewelry, catered parties, cash and visits to strip clubs.
Penn Station lawsuit?
MTA board members are fed up with Amtrak's handling of Penn Station. The MTA is now considering legal action against Amtrak after trail derailments in March and April.
MTA board members are fed up with Amtrak's handling of Penn Station. The MTA is now considering legal action against Amtrak after trail derailments in March and April.
Lower Manhattan shooting
The NYPD is investigating a shooting in Lower Manhattan Monday afternoon that apparently started as a dispute between two men. The argument between the men started in Battery Park, then moved to the street, where gunfire erupted at about 3:15 p.m. in front of 17 Battery Place, police said.
The NYPD is investigating a shooting in Lower Manhattan Monday afternoon that apparently started as a dispute between two men. The argument between the men started in Battery Park, then moved to the street, where gunfire erupted at about 3:15 p.m. in front of 17 Battery Place, police said.
Firefighter remembered
Bunting hangs at the entrance of William Tolley's firehouse in Ridgewood. The bunting is a symbol of a firehouse in mourning. Flowers, support, and love continue to stream in for the senior firefighter who gave the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty.
Bunting hangs at the entrance of William Tolley's firehouse in Ridgewood. The bunting is a symbol of a firehouse in mourning. Flowers, support, and love continue to stream in for the senior firefighter who gave the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty.
Hero firefighter mourned
A foundation affiliated with the Fire Department of New York is raising money for the daughter of the firefighter killed in a five-story fall. The FDNY is mourning the death of William Tolley, 42, of Bethpage.
A foundation affiliated with the Fire Department of New York is raising money for the daughter of the firefighter killed in a five-story fall. The FDNY is mourning the death of William Tolley, 42, of Bethpage.
FDNY tragedy
A firefighter battling a fire in Queens fell several stories and died Thursday afternoon. William Tolley, 42, fell five stories from the bucket of a fire ladder. He was taken to Wyckoff Heights Medical Center where he died. Firefighter Tolley is survived by his wife, Marie, and his daughter, Isabella.
A firefighter battling a fire in Queens fell several stories and died Thursday afternoon. William Tolley, 42, fell five stories from the bucket of a fire ladder. He was taken to Wyckoff Heights Medical Center where he died. Firefighter Tolley is survived by his wife, Marie, and his daughter, Isabella.
Firefighter dies
A firefighter died from a fall in Queens.
A firefighter died from a fall in Queens.
Death of smartphone?
We're with them all day, every day, never leaving home without them, but could we really soon live in a time when our smartphones are obsolete? Some say, yes. Facebook announced it is working on a system that would let you type straight from your brain, about 5 times as fast you can currently type on your phone.
We're with them all day, every day, never leaving home without them, but could we really soon live in a time when our smartphones are obsolete? Some say, yes. Facebook announced it is working on a system that would let you type straight from your brain, about 5 times as fast you can currently type on your phone.
Wallet thief
A man is cutting the pockets right off of the victims' pants.
A man is cutting the pockets right off of the victims' pants.
Live streaming violence
Steve Stephens's random and vicious killing of Cleveland retiree Robert Godwin Sr. is not the only violent crime to unfold in near-real time on Facebook. All of these incidents highlight the danger of allowing anyone to broadcast live from anywhere, with the simple click of a button.
Steve Stephens's random and vicious killing of Cleveland retiree Robert Godwin Sr. is not the only violent crime to unfold in near-real time on Facebook. All of these incidents highlight the danger of allowing anyone to broadcast live from anywhere, with the simple click of a button.
Facebook killer dead
The man who randomly gunned down a Cleveland retiree and posted video of the crime on Facebook killed himself Tuesday during a police chase in Pennsylvania that began when a McDonald's drive-thru attendant recognized him. It marked a violent end to the nearly 48-hour multistate manhunt for Steve Stephens, whose case brought another round of criticism down on Facebook over how responsibly it polices objectionable material posted by users.
The man who randomly gunned down a Cleveland retiree and posted video of the crime on Facebook killed himself Tuesday during a police chase in Pennsylvania that began when a McDonald's drive-thru attendant recognized him. It marked a violent end to the nearly 48-hour multistate manhunt for Steve Stephens, whose case brought another round of criticism down on Facebook over how responsibly it polices objectionable material posted by users.
FDNY graduation
Hundreds of New York's Bravest have now taken their heroism to the next level with the FDNY. It was graduation day for more than 300 probationary firefighters in East New York, Brooklyn. In this class is a diverse group of graduates from all races and backgrounds, including six women.
Hundreds of New York's Bravest have now taken their heroism to the next level with the FDNY. It was graduation day for more than 300 probationary firefighters in East New York, Brooklyn. In this class is a diverse group of graduates from all races and backgrounds, including six women.
Facebook murder suspect
In a rambling video, Steve Stephens said, "I snapped, I just snapped." But as the manhunt dragged on Monday for the man accused of posting Facebook footage of himself killing a retiree, police were unable to explain what set him off. A manhunt that started in Cleveland's gritty east side expanded rapidly into a nationwide search for Stephens, a 37-year-old job counselor who worked with teens and young adults, police said.
In a rambling video, Steve Stephens said, "I snapped, I just snapped." But as the manhunt dragged on Monday for the man accused of posting Facebook footage of himself killing a retiree, police were unable to explain what set him off. A manhunt that started in Cleveland's gritty east side expanded rapidly into a nationwide search for Stephens, a 37-year-old job counselor who worked with teens and young adults, police said.
Cop honored
Had Daniel McDade not been stuck in traffic on March 16, several other people would likely be dead. The MTA police officer was taking a shortcut in the Soundview section of the Bronx when he witnessed a young man carjacking an FDNY ambulance. The thief ran over EMT Yadira Arroyo, dragging her down the street and killing her.
Had Daniel McDade not been stuck in traffic on March 16, several other people would likely be dead. The MTA police officer was taking a shortcut in the Soundview section of the Bronx when he witnessed a young man carjacking an FDNY ambulance. The thief ran over EMT Yadira Arroyo, dragging her down the street and killing her.
Facebook murder suspect
A man is accused of killing an elderly stranger and posting the video on Facebook.
A man is accused of killing an elderly stranger and posting the video on Facebook.
Train stuck in Hudson River tunnel
An NJ Transit train with hundreds of people aboard is stuck under the Hudson River.
An NJ Transit train with hundreds of people aboard is stuck under the Hudson River.
Daughter of 9/11 victim joins NYPD
Her dad was a cop who died on 9/11 and now she's joining the NYPD.
Her dad was a cop who died on 9/11 and now she's joining the NYPD.
Tesla Semi-Truck In the Works
Hillary Vaughn reports.
Hillary Vaughn reports.