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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Missing Brooklyn boy found on roof playing hooky
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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Manhattan College announces new name

The school, located in the Riverdale section of the Bronx, announced that, effective immediately, it will change its name to Manhattan University.

NYC winter forecast: What Farmers’ Almanac is 'red flagging'

It certainly feels like fall outside, which means winter is right around the corner in NYC. So, what's in store this year for NY, NJ and CT? Here's what you need to know.

Pumpkin Spice Latte returns tomorrow! A look at Starbucks 2024 fall menu

Starbucks announced a 2024 return date for its fall menu, as well as other big chains such as Dunkin', 7-Eleven and Krispy Kreme. Here's what you need to know.

Adams touts NYC crime drop amid search for subway slasher

NYC Mayor Eric Adams praised reduced crime numbers in the city at a Tuesday press conference, just hours after the NYPD said a man was slashed in the neck while standing on a subway platform on the Upper East Side.

Queens hit-and-run: NYPD seeks 2 women after crash kills pedestrian

A NYC hit-and-run crash near Horace Harding Expressway and Casino Boulevard in Queens left a pedestrian dead, the NYPD said.