Joey Chestnut banned from 2024 Nathan's hotdog eating contest
Eating superstar Joey “Jaws" Chestnut is banned from competing in the event that made him a household name: Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest.
Eating superstar Joey “Jaws" Chestnut is banned from competing in the event that made him a household name: Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest.
NYPD community policing effort aims to stem youth violence
The NYPD's Blue Chips Program was in Brooklyn on Tuesday to allow police officers and executives to speak with young people about stopping violence and building positive community relations.
The NYPD's Blue Chips Program was in Brooklyn on Tuesday to allow police officers and executives to speak with young people about stopping violence and building positive community relations.
33-year-old man shot in the leg in Midtown Manhattan: NYPD
The NYPD is investigating after a 33-year-old man was shot in the leg in Midtown Manhattan on Tuesday evening.
The NYPD is investigating after a 33-year-old man was shot in the leg in Midtown Manhattan on Tuesday evening.
NYC transit workers rally for safety after series of violent attacks on employees
Members of New York City's Transit Workers Union came out Tuesday in a show of support for workers who have been violently attacked on the job.
Members of New York City's Transit Workers Union came out Tuesday in a show of support for workers who have been violently attacked on the job.
Long Island MacArthur Airport welcomes JetBlue, flights to Florida
JetBlue will offer nonstop service to and from three Florida destinations from MacArthur Airport.
JetBlue will offer nonstop service to and from three Florida destinations from MacArthur Airport.
No more Regents exams for NY? What could change for high school graduation
New York education officials announced this week a set of proposals that would make the Regents exams optional. We take a look at what the changes mean, and how they'll change the state's graduation requirements.
New York education officials announced this week a set of proposals that would make the Regents exams optional. We take a look at what the changes mean, and how they'll change the state's graduation requirements.
NYC rent: Who should pay cost of broker fees? City Council hearing scheduled
NYC is one of the only cities in the U.S. where tenants are slammed with broker. Under a new City Council proposal, that may not longer be the case.
NYC is one of the only cities in the U.S. where tenants are slammed with broker. Under a new City Council proposal, that may not longer be the case.
84-year-old woman struck by stray bullet in Brooklyn: 'Like a shock'
The sister of Althea Lawson, the 84-year-old woman who was struck by a stray bullet in Brooklyn on Monday, says that something must be done about gun violence in the city.
The sister of Althea Lawson, the 84-year-old woman who was struck by a stray bullet in Brooklyn on Monday, says that something must be done about gun violence in the city.
NY has some of the worst-rated hospitals in US: study
A new study by personal injury firm Suzuki Law Offices said Delaware has the worst hospital ratings, but where does New York stand?
A new study by personal injury firm Suzuki Law Offices said Delaware has the worst hospital ratings, but where does New York stand?
NY DMV says state IDs now available on phones
New York State's DMV is now allowing residents to have their driver's licenses and state IDs on their mobile devices.
New York State's DMV is now allowing residents to have their driver's licenses and state IDs on their mobile devices.
Possible human remains found on Long Island construction site
Officials are investigating after finding possible human remains at a Long Island construction site.
Officials are investigating after finding possible human remains at a Long Island construction site.
84-year-old shot in broad daylight in Brooklyn: NYPD
An elderly woman is hospitalized after being shot in the arm in Brooklyn Monday night, police said.
An elderly woman is hospitalized after being shot in the arm in Brooklyn Monday night, police said.
Pedestrian fatally struck on Washington Bridge: NYPD
A pedestrian was killed after being struck by a car on the Washington Bridge early Tuesday morning, police said.
A pedestrian was killed after being struck by a car on the Washington Bridge early Tuesday morning, police said.
NYC to add hundreds of red light cameras to intersections
Hundreds more red light cameras are coming to intersections all across New York City. Supporters say they'll keep the city's streets safe, while critics say they are simply a cash-grab.
Hundreds more red light cameras are coming to intersections all across New York City. Supporters say they'll keep the city's streets safe, while critics say they are simply a cash-grab.
Jessica Chastain's NYC home in historic building hits market for $7.45 million
Actress Jessica Chastain has put her exquisite New York City home up for sale.
Actress Jessica Chastain has put her exquisite New York City home up for sale.
Janno Lieber says MTA must shrink subway improvements following congestion pricing pause
MTA CEO Janno Lieber says the agency will have to cut back its plans for maintaining and improving its subways, buses and commuter rail in the wake of congestion pricing being put on hold.
MTA CEO Janno Lieber says the agency will have to cut back its plans for maintaining and improving its subways, buses and commuter rail in the wake of congestion pricing being put on hold.
NYC investment banker accused of punching woman at Pride event
An investment banker was allegedly caught on camera punching a woman in the face at a Pride event in Brooklyn this weekend.
An investment banker was allegedly caught on camera punching a woman in the face at a Pride event in Brooklyn this weekend.
Suffolk County farm cultivating hope with organic produce for the hungry
Island Harvest, one of the leading food banks on Long Island, is trying to change the way hunger is addressed by focusing more on long-term solutions, not only feeding those in need but also teaching them how to grow their own food.
Island Harvest, one of the leading food banks on Long Island, is trying to change the way hunger is addressed by focusing more on long-term solutions, not only feeding those in need but also teaching them how to grow their own food.
17-year-old shot in the leg at Queens park
A teenager was hospitalized after being shot in the leg at a park in Queens on Monday afternoon.
A teenager was hospitalized after being shot in the leg at a park in Queens on Monday afternoon.
New York plans to make Regents exams optional, no longer needed for high school graduation
New York State's Education Department shared its official plan to sunset the Regents exams, the make-or-break tests required for a high school diploma.
New York State's Education Department shared its official plan to sunset the Regents exams, the make-or-break tests required for a high school diploma.