Second night of George Floyd protests in NYC turn violent
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Multiple arrests, skirmishes and even a die-in marked the second night of protests in New York City over the death of George Floyd, police brutality and racial injustice.

Family asks for return of gold cross worn by Army vet as he died

Steve and Teresa Esposito had the type of story that might inspire a love song.  He was just out of the Army when the young couple met and moved to Brooklyn where they remained married for 70 years.

NYPD announces death of School Safety Agent due to COVID-19

The NYPD announced the death of Doris Kirkland, a 30-year veteran of the department, due to complications from COVID-19.

Deaths by ZIP code show poorer neighborhoods, minorities hit hardest from pandemic

The coronavirus has cut an unequal path of grief through New York City, hitting hardest in a ring of predominantly poorer, nonwhite neighborhoods a long subway and bus ride from Manhattan, according to data released by the city.

Doctor on frontline of COVID-19 battle dies in NYC

A New York City physician known for his dedication to patient care continued working on the frontlines of the pandemic in an intensive care unit and died from COVID-19.

Famed Peter Luger steakhouse turns to delivery

The Brooklyn institution is now offering pickup and delivery from a limited menu and butcher shop items.

NYPD shuts down Brooklyn Orthodox school

Police in New York shut down a Yeshiva school that was operating in defiance of a mandatory coronavirus shutdown.

College basketball player's trick shots go viral

Larry Moreno, a sophomore guard on the St. Francis Brooklyn Men’s Basketball team, has been dazzling the masses during quarantine with amazing trick shots.

Paycheck Protection Program adding burden for some restaurant owners

Restaurants were some of the first to close, and are expected to be some of the last businesses to reopen during the COVID  shutdown, and the Paycheck Protection Program that was meant to help is in some cases having the opposite effect.

NYC's iconic street ball courts go quiet during pandemic

In the six weeks since New York Mayor Bill de Blasio's actions, iconic street ball landmarks such as Rucker Park in Harlem, Brooklyn's Gersh Park, "The Cage" on West 4th Street in Greenwich Village, Dyckman Park in Washington Heights and others have all been void of the typical soundtrack that help usher in the spring warmup across the five boroughs.

Brooklyn pastor hailed as a hero for his work helping feed the hungry during COVID-19 crisis

Pastor Francisco Fernandez has been tirelessly distributing food and hope to families in need out of his church in Brooklyn, and the community he serves gave him a surprise “Thank you” celebration in return.

Brooklyn pastor honored for his work helping his community during coronavirus crisis
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Pastor Francisco Fernandez has been tirelessly distributing food and hope to families in need out of his church in Brooklyn, and the community he serves gave him a surprise ?Thank you? celebration in return.

Access limited at 3 city parks to enhance social distancing

At a press conference on Thursday, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio hinted that the city may issue restrictions at certain city parks to prevent overcrowding and ensure social distancing.

NYC launches free coronavirus antibody testing for all residents

New York City is offering free coronavirus antibody testing for all New Yorkers starting at five sites across the five boroughs.

NYPD seeking suspect in string of Brooklyn robberies

The NYPD is asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect wanted in connection to a string of burglaries in Brooklyn that have occurred between March 17 and May 3.