Union Square's post-influencer chaos: Cleanup efforts and fundraiser underway

After huge crowds caused mayhem and thousands of dollars of damage at a social media meetup organized by Twitch streamer Kai Cenat, a fundraiser has been started to repair Union Square.

7 pedestrians struck by car at Midtown crosswalk, driver arrested

According to the NYPD, a 29-year-old woman was driving a Honda Accord eastbound on W. 36th St., near 6th Ave., when she ran a red light and plowed into the pedestrians.

Multiple pedestrians struck by vehicle in Manhattan

Authorities say a car struck the victims at the intersection of East 42nd Street and Lexington Avenue at around 5:30 p.m. in Midtown.

Migrant lines may become 'new norm' around NYC

Luis and Bryan were just two of the dozens of asylum seekers outside the Roosevelt Hotel in midtown Manhattan today, hoping to be placed in a shelter somewhere in the city. 

NYPD seeks more suspects after 60-year-old taxi driver attacked in Manhattan

Police are searching for several more suspects after a 60-year-old taxi driver was viciously attacked by several suspects in Midtown last week.

Man fatally stabbed at CVS in Midtown

The victim's identify has not been released, and it is still unclear what led up to the stabbing.

Actress Jodie Comer ends Broadway show over poor NYC air quality

Actress Jodie Comer stopped a performance of her one-woman show Prima Facie due to breathing problems caused by New York City's poor air quality.

Madison Square Garden 'incompatible' with Penn Station: Transit agencies

Madison Square Garden is one of a kind: A transportation hub with a gigantic sports arena on top of it. But three major transportation agencies say it's a one-of-a-kind that does not work.

First Taiwanese-style chicken restaurant opens in NYC

Get ready New Yolk City! Chunky Boss is now open in Midtown serving up Taiwanese-style fried chicken and customers have nothing but EGG-CELLENT reviews.

Police hunt for NYC trio in $100K diamond, jewelry theft

The NYPD is asking for the public's assistance in finding the three individuals in connection to a jewelry theft.

Woman, 20, falls to death from roof of Times Square hotel

Investigators are trying to determine if the woman fell, was pushed or jumped from the Midtown hotel’s roof.

On this day in history, May 1, 1931, Empire State Building opens during Great Depression

The majestic Empire State Building, now the Grand Old Lady of the New York City skyline, opened amid great civic fanfare just 14 months after construction on it began on this day in history, May 1, 1931.

Fourth-generation cop is one of over 500 new NYPD recruits

The NYPD welcomes 538 new officers to the force on Monday, including Officer Michael McCarthy, who follows in the footsteps of his father, grandfather and great-grandfather by becoming a police officer.

Cleanup underway after fleeing driver hit NYPD officer outside Midtown wine bar

The restaurant owner said a party of eight asked to sit outside moments before the incident happened, but he was short-staffed, so he had them sit inside instead.