He went swimming after hours at Rockaway Beach, he ended up in handcuffs
A Queens man went swimming at Rockaway Beach during the heat wave last weekend but ended up arrested and dragged off the beach in handcuffs for swimming past the beach closing.
NJ teen found fatally shot in Queens
The NYPD is investigating the shooting of a 14-year-old boy from New Jersey who was found dead outside a home in the Rockaways.
Why shark sightings are more common at New York beaches
This summer, shark sightings are more common along New York's shores with at least five verified shark encounters where swimmers were bitten. An official explained why these so-called attacks are really just mistakes.
NYC rooftop bars and restaurants to enjoy this summer
Summer is the right time to wine and dine on New York City's rooftops. Whether you want to catch a breeze by the beach or enjoy Manhattan's stunning views, you've got options. Here are four places that exemplify the best of the rooftop bar scene.
Rockaway Beach reopens after temporarily closing due to shark sighting
“Sharks are generally uninterested in humans, and shark attacks remain extremely rare," officials said Sunday, after temporarily closing the beach due to shark sightings on Saturday.
NYC shark sightings: All Rockaway beaches closed to swimming
A pair of sharks were sighted in the area, prompting the closure of all seven miles of the beachfront to swimmers.
Mother shot twice while walking with 5-year-old, 2-year-old in Queens
Police say a 28-year-old woman was walking with a 5-year-old and a 2-year-old in a stroller when a gunman inside an SUV opened fire.
The Rockaway Hotel is new, chic destination with NYC skyline views
The Rockaway Hotel is a new, chic getaway nestled in the heart of the Rockaways with seaside views and city skyline sights over Jamaica Bay.
You can learn to surf in NYC at the Locals Surf School in The Rockaways
Located in The Rockaways, you’ll feel transported to a surfside oasis with access to rentals and surf classes for people of all ages and skill levels.
Coney Island, other NYC beaches open for swimming Saturday
All eight public beaches managed by New York City's Parks Department open to swimming on Saturday, May 28, 2022. Lifeguards will be on duty every day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Possible Rockaway Beach closures leave lawmakers, local businesses upset
A project by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers would cause closures from Beach 92nd to Beach 116th Street for much of the summer.
FDNY Firefighter Timothy Klein wake and funeral arrangements
The FDNY has announced the arrangements for the services for Firefighter Timothy Klein, who died in the line of duty. The wake will be held in Brooklyn and the funeral service will be in Queens.
Shocking video shows execution-style killing in Queens
A disturbing video released by the NYPD showed an execution-style killing in Queens.
Storm-resilient Queens oceanfront development moves forward
A $1 billion oceanfront development in Queens — touted as energy-efficient and storm-resilient — will include shops, apartments, community centers, and a nature preserve.
Gunman shoots teen inside Queens apartment building
The NYPD is asking for the public's help finding a man who shot a teenager inside an apartment building.
Man shot on Queens basketball court
Police in New York were looking for two people who opened fire on a basketball court, leaving a man hospitalized.
FDNY Firefighter Jesse Gerhard dies on duty
An FDNY firefighter has died after suffering a medical episode while on duty in his firehouse.
Car crashes into building, killing 10-year-old girl
An SUV drove onto a Queens sidewalk, killing a 10-year-old girl. Aerial video showed a Mazda SUV stuck partway through a roll-down gate of a single-story commercial building and several firefighters working to free the vehicle.
Man shot in front of Queens deli after argument with stranger escalates
The NYPD was searching for a man shot in the leg outside a deli in Far Rockaway, Queens.
2 men charged in shooting of NYPD cop in Queens
Two young men face charges in connection with the shooting and attempted carjacking of a 22-year-old NYPD officer in Queens.