'Human error' blamed for massive subway power outage

An investigation into what caused a widespread power outage on all of the MTA's numbered subway lines, along with the L train, on Aug. 29 is blaming human error and not a power surge.

20 years later, students in classroom with President Bush describe lives shaped by Sept. 11th

This class of Florida second graders had a front-row seat as the horror of September 11th unfolded. While all have taken different paths, each one was forged by history from the moment they never expected.

Biden announces plan to increase vaccinations, curb delta variant's spread

In his most forceful pandemic actions and words, President Joe Biden on Thursday ordered sweeping new federal vaccine requirements for as many as 100 million Americans — private-sector employees as well as health care workers and federal contractors — in an all-out effort to curb the surging COVID-19 delta variant.

One-third of NYC workers still unvaccinated: Report

Just 65% of city workers are vaccinated, with less than half of workers at the Department of Sanitation, the Department of Correction and NYCHA vaccinated.

Woman testifies R. Kelly kept her locked up before sexually assaulting her

A former radio station intern says R&B singer R. Kelly kept her locked in a darkened room for days before sexually assaulting her while she was unconscious in 2003. Kelly has repeatedly denied accusations that he preyed on several alleged victims.

Biden announces vaccine mandate for employers with more than 100 workers

President Joe Biden announced sweeping new federal vaccine requirements affecting as many as 100 million Americans in an all-out effort to increase COVID-19 vaccinations and curb the surging delta variant.

Moderna developing combo COVID-19 booster, flu shot

Moderna announced on Thursday that it is developing a vaccine that combines a booster for COVID-19 and a shot for the seasonal flu.

Brian Benjamin is sworn in as lieutenant governor of New York

Brian Benjamin took the oath of office on Thursday to become lieutenant governor of New York. He thanked Gov. Kathy Hochul for choosing him.

‘I can hear you! The rest of the world hears you’: George W. Bush’s bullhorn speech

Former President George W. Bush lifted a bullhorn to his lips and gave a historic speech from the rubble at Ground Zero after the World Trade Center towers fell on Sept. 11, 2001. This is what he said.

NY delays state worker office return and vaccine mandate

New York has delayed its requirement that state employees get vaccinated against the coronavirus or undergo weekly tests by more than a month to Oct. 12, the same day telecommuting workers are now scheduled to return to their offices.

Trump, Don Jr. to provide commentary for Evander Holyfield return to the ring

"I love great fighters and great fights," the former president said in a news release, announcing the plans. "I look forward to seeing both [fighters] this Saturday night and sharing my thoughts ringside. You won’t want to miss this special event."

Murders and shootings down in New York City

In a significant reversal, the number of murders and shootings were down across the city compared to one year ago, announced city officials Tuesday.

How actor Michael K. Williams built community connections in Brooklyn

Michael K. Williams, who died this week, was the co-founder of We Build the Block, an organization making a difference in the lives of young people in Brooklyn.

Biden declares ‘code red’ on climate change after touring Ida damage in NY, NJ

“People are beginning to realize this is much, much bigger than anyone was willing to believe,” President Joe Biden said while touring Hurricane Ida damage. “Even the climate skeptics are seeing that this really does matter.”

President Biden surveys storm damage in New Jersey and Queens

President Joe Biden will survey damage in parts of the northeast that suffered catastrophic flash flooding from the remnants of Hurricane Ida.

NYPD commissioner won't support early release of Rikers inmates

New York City Police Commissioner Dermot Shea said Tuesday he won't support the early release of inmates from Rikers Island due to staffing shortage.

Major disaster declarations for 6 NJ counties, 5 in NY following Ida's destruction

President Joe Biden approved major disaster declarations Monday greenlighting federal aid for people in six New Jersey counties and five New York counties affected by devastating flooding.