NYC Labor Day traffic, parking rules, best and worst times to travel: Forecast
Going away for Labor Day weekend? AAA says airports, highways, beaches and theme parks are all expected to be packed for the long holiday weekend. Here are some tips for those traveling this weekend:
NYC Winter Forecast 2024: Top almanacs' conflicting outlooks on temps, snow
Both boast high accuracy in their forecasts, but this year, they’ve predicted nearly "polar" opposite winters in many spots, including the NYC area. Here's what their outlooks are saying.
Nassau County mask ban: Teen arrested with knife is first violation under new law
An 18-year-old was arrested in Nassau County on Sunday in the first arrest linked to the county's mask ban.
Bronx bodega delivery workers targeted in string of robberies
A new, brazen robbery scheme is targeting Bronx bodega delivery workers by placing orders and then ambushing the drivers, stealing their food, money and transportation.
Brooklyn fire leaves 31 homeless, including 9 children and elderly residents
A devastating fire in the Ocean Hill section of Brooklyn has left 31 people, including nine children, without homes.
Sloth fever warning: What New Yorkers should know about the Oropouche Virus
U.S. health officials say more than 20 people returning to the U.S. from Cuba were infected with the Oropouche virus, also known as sloth fever.
'New Teacher Week' begins in NYC: Mayor Adams, Chancellor Banks welcome educators
It may still be summer vacation for students, but it is back to business for teachers. "New Teacher Week" kicked off on Tuesday.
9 injured, dozens displaced after Brooklyn fire rips through homes: FDNY
Nine people were injured, including 6 firefighters, after a fire tore out a row of homes in Brooklyn Monday night, the FDNY said.
Suffolk County police officers rescue man and his dog from Long Island waters
Two Suffolk County police officers rescued a man and his dog from the water on Long Island early Tuesday morning.
Noisiest city in the world: Where does NYC rank?
It appears New York City is living up to the city that never sleeps. Here's where NYC ranks in the noisiest-city in the world study:
NYC public school students to receive meals: Here's what is being offered
Good news for all students, breakfast, lunch and afterschool meals are free to all NYC public school students during the 2024-2025 school year. Here's what is being offered:
How much are New York parents spending on school supplies?
With the start of school just around the corner, parents are hitting the stores to get all the supplies their kids need for the school year. Here's how much New York parents are spending:
Brooklyn goldfish pond destroyed overnight, community rallies to restore
The community usually takes shifts watching the pond from their apartments. However, around 9 p.m., when no one was watching, the pond was destroyed.
Nearly half of NYC bus riders skip fare, MTA plans crackdown
According to a shocking new study, nearly half of bus riders in New York City are not paying their fares, up 30% from 2020.
Long Island apparent murder-suicide leaves 5 dead in Syosset; victims ID'd
Five people were found dead at a Wyoming Court home in Syosset on Long Island in what police are now investigating as an apparent murder-suicide.
18-year-old struck, killed by subway train in Queens: NYPD
An 18-year-old boy was killed Monday when he was hit by a subway train in Queens after running onto the tracks following a fight.
Severe thunderstorm watch issued for parts of Long Island, CT l Weather forecast
The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for parts of Long Island and Connecticut until 7 p.m.
Lithium-Ion batteries starting fires in NYC garbage trucks
The improper disposal of lithium-ion batteries is causing a dangerous dilemma for sanitation workers in the city, as the batteries are starting fires inside garbage trucks across the city.
Health Department to spray for West Nile virus in NYC: What to know
The Health Department is spraying for mosquitoes to prevent people from having the West Nile virus in New York.
Red Lobster closes 2 New York locations amid Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Two Red Lobster locations in New York are closing after another round of restaurants after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy earlier this year.