Federal lawsuit challenges Nassau County mask ban
A disability rights organization is challenging the Nassau County, Long Island ban on wearing masks in public, except for health and religious reasons. Here's what they argue.
A disability rights organization is challenging the Nassau County, Long Island ban on wearing masks in public, except for health and religious reasons. Here's what they argue.
Family mourns after mother's burned body found in Highbridge Park
The family of Marcia Recarey is in mourning and searching for answers after the 58-year-old's body was found severely burned in Highbridge Park last week.
The family of Marcia Recarey is in mourning and searching for answers after the 58-year-old's body was found severely burned in Highbridge Park last week.
Who is Kerri Bedrick? Long Island mom arraigned in crash that killed son
Kerri Bedrick, of Long Island, is facing several charges after a wrong-way crash on the Southern State Parkway killed her 9-year-old son, Eli Henrys, in Bay Shore, authorities say.
Kerri Bedrick, of Long Island, is facing several charges after a wrong-way crash on the Southern State Parkway killed her 9-year-old son, Eli Henrys, in Bay Shore, authorities say.
NYC teen found after disappearing near Wall Street
Sophie Barker, 17, was last seen on Thursday morning at 10:30 a.m. around the Wall Street area in NYC.
Sophie Barker, 17, was last seen on Thursday morning at 10:30 a.m. around the Wall Street area in NYC.
What happens if New Yorkers don't break down their cardboard boxes?
Have you ever stopped to think about how many cardboard boxes come into and out of your home every week? Well, the NYC Department of Sanitation knows the answer – it's a lot.
Have you ever stopped to think about how many cardboard boxes come into and out of your home every week? Well, the NYC Department of Sanitation knows the answer – it's a lot.
Retired NYPD Detective honored for 1968 heroism
Retired NYPD Detective Randy Jurgensen was honored Thursday for his heroism apprehending a suspect who shot a police officer in 1968, all while being off-duty, in plain clothes and without backup.
Retired NYPD Detective Randy Jurgensen was honored Thursday for his heroism apprehending a suspect who shot a police officer in 1968, all while being off-duty, in plain clothes and without backup.
Park Slope residents on edge after multiple groping incidents
A string of groping incidents near Prospect Park have left residents in Park Slope on edge and criticizing the NYPD's handling of the incidents.
A string of groping incidents near Prospect Park have left residents in Park Slope on edge and criticizing the NYPD's handling of the incidents.
NYPD, SkyFOX catch boy playing hooky after urgent search
Panic and an urgent search for a Brooklyn boy ended in chuckles and a thumbs up as police – and SkyFOX – found the 9-year-old playing hooky on a rooftop.
Panic and an urgent search for a Brooklyn boy ended in chuckles and a thumbs up as police – and SkyFOX – found the 9-year-old playing hooky on a rooftop.
9-year-old killed in Southern State Parkway crash; mom drove impaired: police
A 9-year-old was killed in Bay Shore, Long Island after his mother, allegedly under the influence, drove the wrong way on the Southern State Parkway and crashed, authorities said.
A 9-year-old was killed in Bay Shore, Long Island after his mother, allegedly under the influence, drove the wrong way on the Southern State Parkway and crashed, authorities said.
Queens e-bike shop catches fire again, sparking safety concerns
A e-bike shop in Richmond Hill caught fire for the second time last week, leaving neighbors saying they are concerned for their own safety.
A e-bike shop in Richmond Hill caught fire for the second time last week, leaving neighbors saying they are concerned for their own safety.
Long Island business owners ask for federal relief after devastating flooding
The Biden Administration has approved a federal emergency declaration for Connecticut after historic flooding ravaged communities there. But on Long Island, business owners say they are still waiting for that extra help.
The Biden Administration has approved a federal emergency declaration for Connecticut after historic flooding ravaged communities there. But on Long Island, business owners say they are still waiting for that extra help.
3-month-old baby fatally mauled by dogs in attic while parents smoked pot: NY police
Authorities say a man and woman were charged in Rochester, NY, after they left their 3-month-old baby alone in an attic with two dogs and the child was fatally mauled.
Authorities say a man and woman were charged in Rochester, NY, after they left their 3-month-old baby alone in an attic with two dogs and the child was fatally mauled.
71-year-old punched repeatedly in face on NYC subway platform
A 71-year-old man was punched repeatedly in NYC on the Broadway Lafayette Subway Station platform in Soho, the NYPD said.
A 71-year-old man was punched repeatedly in NYC on the Broadway Lafayette Subway Station platform in Soho, the NYPD said.
Missing Brooklyn boy found on roof playing hooky
Panic and an urgent search for a Brooklyn boy ended in chuckles and a thumbs up as police ? and SkyFOX ? found the 9-year-old playing hooky on a rooftop.
Panic and an urgent search for a Brooklyn boy ended in chuckles and a thumbs up as police ? and SkyFOX ? found the 9-year-old playing hooky on a rooftop.
The Battle to save Elizabeth Street Garden in Little Italy: 'It’s so magical'
Elizabeth Street Garden is nestled between the cafés and restaurants of Little Italy, and for neighbors, it’s a hidden oasis – a respite from all the hustle and bustle.
Elizabeth Street Garden is nestled between the cafés and restaurants of Little Italy, and for neighbors, it’s a hidden oasis – a respite from all the hustle and bustle.
NYC parks employee charged with murder as hate crime in shooting of migrant
Elijah Mitchell, the NYC Parks Department employee accused of fatally shooting Venezuelan migrant Arturo Jose Rodriguez Marcano last month in Steuben Park, now faces murder as a hate crime charge.
Elijah Mitchell, the NYC Parks Department employee accused of fatally shooting Venezuelan migrant Arturo Jose Rodriguez Marcano last month in Steuben Park, now faces murder as a hate crime charge.
Dalai Lama UBS Arena visit: What to know as LIRR adds more stops
The Long Island Rail Road is adding extra service this morning for those that plan to attend the visit of the Dalai Lama to UBS Arena on Long Island.
The Long Island Rail Road is adding extra service this morning for those that plan to attend the visit of the Dalai Lama to UBS Arena on Long Island.
Mayor Adams signs executive order to find affordable housing sites
Mayor Eric Adams has signed an executive order that directs city agencies to identify city-owned properties that could potentially be used to develop affordable housing.
Mayor Eric Adams has signed an executive order that directs city agencies to identify city-owned properties that could potentially be used to develop affordable housing.
Human bones found near Brooklyn Bridge Park carousel: NYPD
The NYPD is investigating after human bones were discovered near Jane's Carousel in Brooklyn Bridge Park twice this week.
The NYPD is investigating after human bones were discovered near Jane's Carousel in Brooklyn Bridge Park twice this week.
These NY, NJ towns have the hottest ZIP codes for home sales l Full list
Realtor.com has released its 2024 list of hottest zip codes for home sales, and towns in NY and NJ made the list!
Realtor.com has released its 2024 list of hottest zip codes for home sales, and towns in NY and NJ made the list!