Columbia University protests: A timeline of how we got here

Tensions on Columbia's main campus continue to escalate. NYPD officials forced their way into Hamilton Hall as protesters had occupied, vandalized, and blockaded most of the building overnight.

Man punched repeatedly, nearly robbed on NYC subway train

A 61-year-old man was punched repeatedly onboard a NYC subway train after another man tried to steal his cellphone in Midtown Manhattan, the NYPD said.

New York school makes 'New Ivy League' colleges list

Binghamton University in New York made Forbes' list of "New Ivies," a new list of the top schools beyond those with the once-coveted distinction.

Long Island teen arrested in car crash that killed 73-year-old woman

Police arrested a teenager on Long Island Saturday night, accused of driving while high and trying to flee the scene of a car crash that killed a 73-year-old woman.

NYC fireworks guide 2024: Where can I see them this summer?

Looking to see fireworks light up the sky this summer in NYC? Here's a list of legal fireworks displays that were issued permits by the Fire Department.

NYPD dismantle pro-Palestinian encampments at NYU, The New School

Members of the NYPD arrived at NYU, as well as The New School in Greenwich Village, to disperse the pro-Palestinian encampments on the campuses, at the request of the NYC universities.

NYC Five Boro Bike Tour 2024: Street closures

The TD Five Boro Bike Tour is making its return to NYC this Sunday, May 5th. Here's what roads and bridges will be closed for the event.

ELIJA Farm grows opportunities for adults with autism on Long Island

ELIJA Farm on Long Island is working to create an inclusive space where autistic people can learn valuable job skills while helping others.

NYC opens first pet-friendly homeless shelter in the Bronx

New York City has opened its first pet-friendly homeless shelter, meaning that people in need of shelter will no longer have to give up their pets to find a place to stay.

Several NYC-area Catholic schools set to close by end of school year

Four Catholic schools in the city and one in Westchester will all be closing down at the end of the year, with officials blaming declining enrollment, along with other factors.

Columbia University urging more diverse blood donors amidst shortages

Columbia University and the American Red Cross are trying to raise awareness about the need for more diverse blood donors as blood donation shortages continue nationwide.

NYPD defends decision not to disclose accidental gunshot during Columbia protest response

NYPD officials are defending their decision to initially keep quiet about a potentially dangerous accident that happened as officers cleared pro-Palestinian protesters from Columbia University this week when a sergeant accidentally fired his gun into a dark office.

17-year-old girl stabbed to death in the Bronx: NYPD

The victim, identified as Emery Mizell, was stabbed in the chest, police said. She was rushed to a hospital, where she was pronounced dead.

Chinatown small businesses fear economic hit from congestion pricing

Small businesses in Manhattan's Chinatown say they fear congestion pricing could worsen things for business owners who have yet to bounce back from COVID-19.