Ride share bubble?
Whether you're an Uber, Gett, Juno or Lyft loyalist, safe to say most of us have used at least one of the myriad of apps to get around this city. The industry has grown at breakneck speed with few signs of slowing down. In the last year and a half, the number of app based rides has more than tripled. In New York City alone, adding more than 600 million miles and in the last four years 50,000 more cars on the road.
Whether you're an Uber, Gett, Juno or Lyft loyalist, safe to say most of us have used at least one of the myriad of apps to get around this city. The industry has grown at breakneck speed with few signs of slowing down. In the last year and a half, the number of app based rides has more than tripled. In New York City alone, adding more than 600 million miles and in the last four years 50,000 more cars on the road.
GWB rescue
Port Authority Police and the NYPD rescued an apparently suicidal man who was on the edge of the upper level of the George Washington Bridge Friday morning.
Port Authority Police and the NYPD rescued an apparently suicidal man who was on the edge of the upper level of the George Washington Bridge Friday morning.
Steer escapes
A steer took police on a wild chase through Jamaica, Queens on Tuesday. The runaway bovine escaped from a slaughterhouse. Cops were finally able to corral and tranquilize the large and heavy animal in the backyard of a home on 158th Street more than an hour later. The steer had at least six darts hanging out of it when it finally went down.
A steer took police on a wild chase through Jamaica, Queens on Tuesday. The runaway bovine escaped from a slaughterhouse. Cops were finally able to corral and tranquilize the large and heavy animal in the backyard of a home on 158th Street more than an hour later. The steer had at least six darts hanging out of it when it finally went down.
Not My Presidents Day Rally
Thousands of Facebook users will be protesting President Donald Trump in Columbus Circle on Presidents Day.
Thousands of Facebook users will be protesting President Donald Trump in Columbus Circle on Presidents Day.
Michael Bolton
The Grammy-winning singer is hosting the NetFlix special, "Michael Bolton's Big, Sexy Valentine's Day Special."
The Grammy-winning singer is hosting the NetFlix special, "Michael Bolton's Big, Sexy Valentine's Day Special."
Karina Vetrano case
The NYPD said it has two types of DNA evidence linking Chanel Lewis to the brutal murder of Karina Vetrano.
The NYPD said it has two types of DNA evidence linking Chanel Lewis to the brutal murder of Karina Vetrano.
Interview: Commissioner O'Neill
Police Commissioner James O'Neill, who has been with the NYPD for almost 35 years, spoke to Ernie Anastos about his job and the job of the entire department.
Police Commissioner James O'Neill, who has been with the NYPD for almost 35 years, spoke to Ernie Anastos about his job and the job of the entire department.
Giovanni Ribisi
The actor stars in the Amazon series, 'Sneaky Pete.'
The actor stars in the Amazon series, 'Sneaky Pete.'
Police contract deal
New York City and the PBA have reached a contract deal for cops.
New York City and the PBA have reached a contract deal for cops.
Alcohol-detecting Tostitos bags
The makers of Tostitos have partnered with MADD to get 25,000 cars off the street on Super Bowl Sunday by distributing alcohol-detecting Tostitos bags that can also request an Uber for you.
The makers of Tostitos have partnered with MADD to get 25,000 cars off the street on Super Bowl Sunday by distributing alcohol-detecting Tostitos bags that can also request an Uber for you.
'Rogue' Twitter accounts
It appears the effort to place a blackout on information at some government agencies is backfiring. It is unclear who is behind these rogue Twitter accounts, but it is clear a lot of people are interested in what they have to say.
It appears the effort to place a blackout on information at some government agencies is backfiring. It is unclear who is behind these rogue Twitter accounts, but it is clear a lot of people are interested in what they have to say.
Tags and the City
A European duo reimagined how the New York City subway system is mapped out in a project they call "Tags and the City," which renames subway stations after the most popular Instagram hashtags in the area.
A European duo reimagined how the New York City subway system is mapped out in a project they call "Tags and the City," which renames subway stations after the most popular Instagram hashtags in the area.
NYPD administrative trial
Officer Richard Haste testified about shooting an unarmed teen.
Officer Richard Haste testified about shooting an unarmed teen.
Eric Garner grand jury?
Law enforcement and other sources confirmed to Fox 5 News that a federal grand jury heard testimony from police officers about the chokehold death of Eric Garner. A legal expert said the grand jury could reach a decision by the time a new administration is sworn in Friday.
Law enforcement and other sources confirmed to Fox 5 News that a federal grand jury heard testimony from police officers about the chokehold death of Eric Garner. A legal expert said the grand jury could reach a decision by the time a new administration is sworn in Friday.
Officer on trial
An NYPD cop who shot an killed an unarmed man in the Bronx several years ago is facing a departmental trial.
An NYPD cop who shot an killed an unarmed man in the Bronx several years ago is facing a departmental trial.
Irving Plaza shooting case
The NYPD has arrested a second person in connection with a fatal shooting at Irving Plaza during a concert.
The NYPD has arrested a second person in connection with a fatal shooting at Irving Plaza during a concert.
Transit contract talks
The MTA and its largest labor union have struck a tentative deal, averting a potential strike.
The MTA and its largest labor union have struck a tentative deal, averting a potential strike.
Funeral for an NYPD hero
A funeral service was held Friday for a New York City police officer known for publicly forgiving a teenage gunman who in 1986 left him paralyzed from the neck down. Detective Steven McDonald died Tuesday at the age of 59.
A funeral service was held Friday for a New York City police officer known for publicly forgiving a teenage gunman who in 1986 left him paralyzed from the neck down. Detective Steven McDonald died Tuesday at the age of 59.
Disney On Ice
Disney On Ice presents Dare to Dream at Prudential Center in Newark.
Disney On Ice presents Dare to Dream at Prudential Center in Newark.
Johnson & Johnson warns insulin pumps can be hacked
Johnson & Johnson has issued a written warning to users of its Animas OneTouch Ping insulin pump users that a cyber security issue could allow a person to hack into it using its unencrypted radio frequency communication system.
Johnson & Johnson has issued a written warning to users of its Animas OneTouch Ping insulin pump users that a cyber security issue could allow a person to hack into it using its unencrypted radio frequency communication system.