FDNY deploys robotic dog for first time in collapsed garage search
For the first time, the FDNY deployed a robotic dog to search for survivors after a parking garage collapsed in Lower Manhattan on Tuesday afternoon.
Good Samaritan stabbed breaking up subway fight, suspect arrested
The NYPD arrested a 27-year-old woman who allegedly stabbed a good Samaritan trying to break up a fight on the New York City subway.
Fearless Girl statue stays put opposite NYSE for now
The 4-foot bronze Fearless Girl statue that was deposited in front of New York City's Charging Bull in 2017 will remain in its current spot opposite the New York Stock Exchange.
Young robbers assault, pepper spray woman in Lower Manhattan
Authorities say a group of three young women pepper-sprayed and punched a woman before stealing her bag.
Some NYC unions boycott, criticize parade
Some groups are hoping Mayor Bill de Blasio's parade doesn't distract from issues they have with the treatment of city workers. At least two municipal unions said their members boycotted the parade entirely.
NYC to honor essential workers with Hometown Heroes Parade July 7
New York City will honor all essential workers who saw the city through the coronavirus pandemic with a ticker-tape parade on July 7, announced Mayor Bill de Blasio.
Tunnel to Towers 5K to return in September
The 5K run and walk goes through the Hugh Carey Tunnel from Brooklyn to Lower Manhattan in honor of Firefighter Stephen Siller, who died on 9/11.
Arturo Di Modica, sculptor of Wall Street bull, dies at 80
The artist who sculpted the bronze bull statue near the New York Stock Exchange that became an iconic symbol of Wall Street has died in his hometown in Sicily at age 80.
Wearing 2 masks required to enter some federal courthouses in NY
You'll need to double mask to go inside federal courthouses in Manhattan.
Manhattan restaurateur takes a chance and opens new eatery
Greer Fredericks had planned to open Peaches Low Country Kitchen in April but then the coronavirus pandemic hit.
New York gift shops struggle without tourists
The coronavirus has altered many aspects of life and business in the United States' biggest city, and the pandemic is taking a major toll on the gifts-and-luggage stores that dot tourist-friendly areas.
Bank shares tumble on reports of rampant money laundering
The financial sector was hit hard Monday following a report alleging that a number of banks have continued to profit from illicit dealings with disreputable people and criminal networks.
Wall Street working from home may stay that way
The big U.S. banks have a message for many of their New York City workers: Don’t hold your breath about coming back to the office.
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.
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.
9/11 Memorial to reopen July 4; museum still closed
More than three months after it was closed due to coronavirus, the Sept. 11 memorial plaza will reopen to the public on July 4.
Fed Chairman Jerome Powell warns that long downturn would mean severe damage
“The longer the downturn lasts, the greater the potential for longer-term damage from permanent job loss and business closures,” Powell said. “Long periods of unemployment can erode workers’ skills and hurt their job prospects.”
Fear turns to greed on Wall Street as Fed details bond buys
The Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 629 points, or 2.5%, at 24,975, as of 9:48 a.m. Eastern time, and the Nasdaq composite was down 1.5%. The losses were widespread, with 98% of the stocks in the S&P 500 lower
Wall Street's rally zooms higher after surprise gain in jobs
The report gives credence to the building optimism among stock investors that the economy can recover relatively quickly from its current hole.