‘We Have To Do Better’ - De Blasio unveils grassroots plan to combat violence in NYC
Mayor Bill de Blasio unveiled his new "Take Back the Block" iniative, which aims to fight a recent spike in gun violence with a combination of law enforcement and community outreach.
De Blasio unveils new violence prevention plan
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio has unveiled his plan to combat the recent spike in violence across New York City.
NYPD, FDNY join memorial honoring the life of Queens teenager killed by stray bullet
Members of the NYPD and FDNY took part in a somber ceremony in Jamaica, Queens on Friday morning honoring the life of 14-year-old Aamir Griffin, who was killed by a stray bullet in 2019.
Somber ceremony honors Aamir Griffin
Family and friends of Aamir Griffin, a 14-year-old killed by a stray bullet last year, were joined by members of the NYPD and FDNY for the dedication of a bench in his memory.
How the John A. Reisenbach Foundation is reaching out to help New Yorkers in need
The John A. Reisenbach Foundation has been awarding grants to the homeless and formerly incarcerated since 1991.
John A. Reisenbach Foundation lends a hand to New Yorkers in need
The John A. Reisenbach Foundation, or JAR for short, has been awarding grants to the homeless and formerly incarcerated since 1991.
Subway station floods as Tropical Storm Fay drenches NYC
Video posted to social media shows the impact of Tropical Storm Fay's heavy rain inside the 149th St subway station in the Bronx on Friday.
Tropical Storm Fay Hits New York City
A tropical storm warning was in effect on Friday, July 10, for the entire coast of New Jersey, New York City, Long Island, and all of the Connecticut coastline as Tropical Storm Fay moved north, lashing the area with high winds and heavy rain. This video shows the storm over the Hudson River on the Upper West Side of Manhattan on Friday. Credit: Blair Talcott via Storyful
Ghislaine Maxwell seeks jail release in Jeffrey Epstein abuse case
A close associate of disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein who is jailed on charges she helped him sexually abuse young women and girls should be released to home arrest while she awaits trial, her lawyers said in court papers filed Friday.
The mysterious death of Lara Prychodko
To say Lara Prychodko was in good spirits the afternoon of July 10, 2018 would be an understatement.
Historic White Horse Tavern has liquor license suspended
The state liquor authority has suspended a landmark Manhattan bar's liquor licence for repeated social distancing violations.
Report: 25 percent of New York City tenants are not paying rent
The current rent crisis may be headed to a breaking point as a new report finds that 25 percent of city tenants haven't paid any rent since the coronavirus shutdown began in March.
Michael Cohen reportedly taken back into federal custody
Michael Cohen, President Donald Trump's former lawyer and fixer, has reportedly been taken back into federal custody.
Finding new homes for the pets left behind by COVID-19
Pets have also been affected by the coronavirus pandemic, as the growing death toll has left many dogs and cats without owners.
Pets left behind by COVID-19
The coronavirus pandemic has left many pets without families as it continues to burn through the United States.
Former Trump lawyer Michael Cohen back in federal prison
President Donald Trump’s former personal lawyer and fixer, Michael Cohen, has been returned to federal prison after allegedly being spotted breaking his home arrest order.
Financial District rooftop bar turns to the Greenhouse Effect to attract customers
Ampia Restaurant and Rooftop in the Financial District has introduced new two-person greenhouses to allow patrons to enjoy drinks and food while maintaining social distancing.
Financial district restaurant tries out greenhouses to attract customers
Ampia Restaurant and Rooftop on Broad Street in the Financial District is offering mini two-person greenhouses to customers to allow them to enjoy food and drinks while maintaining social distancing.
NYC cancels all large events through September 30
Mayor Bill de Blasio has announced that any large events that require a permit from the city have been canceled through September 30 as the city works to prioritize open space for public use.
As New Yorkers stay inside, a bumpy road back to business for NYC street food vendors
It's been a bumpy road back to business for street food vendors in New York City.