12-year-old boy falls onto tracks as L train enters Brooklyn station
A 12-year-old boy fell onto train tracks moments before an L train pulled into a Brooklyn subway station Tuesday, police said.
Jam Master Jay trial: 'Greed and revenge' drove 2 men accused of killing Run-DMC star, prosecutors say
In opening statements in Brooklyn federal court, Assistant U.S. Attorney Miranda Gonzalez laid out the prosecution's case that Karl Jordan Jr., the hip-hop star's godson, and Ronald Washington, a childhood friend, killed the 37-year-old in 2002 after they were cut out of a lucrative cocaine deal.
New York broadens legal rape definition to cover various nonconsensual acts
New York will expand its legal definition of rape to include various forms of nonconsensual sexual contact, under a bill signed into law by Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday.
Staten Island Ferry to bring back food, beverage service for first time since 2020
The Staten Island Ferry is aiming to bring back food and beverage service for passengers by the fall of 2024.
Investigators detail how an American Airlines jet crossed a runway in front of a Delta plane at JFK
Federal investigators are providing new details about a close call last year at JFK Airport in New York.
NYC culinary program for immigrants offers path to the American dream
A nonprofit called Careers through Culinary Arts Programs has launched a pilot program to teach immigrants food preparation and cooking, in order to help immigrants get jobs at hotels and restaurants in New York City.
New Square accident: Boy, 8, fatally struck by school bus in Rockland County
Officials received a report that a child had been struck by a school bus in front of 100 Clinton Ave. in New Square, a village in the town of Ramapo in Rockland County.
NYC restaurants warn of dire consequences if tip credit system ends: Survey
A whopping 95% of restaurant owners in New York City say they oppose proposed legislation that would eliminate the tip credit system.
Jam Master Jay trial begins for 2 accused of killing Run-DMC star in 2002
Opening statements are scheduled in Brooklyn federal court for the murder trial of Karl Jordan Jr. and Ronald Washington, who prosecutors say killed the 37-year-old Jay over a drug deal in 2002. Both men have pleaded not guilty.
Queens bust: 2 brothers kept homemade explosive devices, 'hit list' in Astoria apartment, authorities allege
Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz said authorities executing a search warrant at an Astoria home found six operable and loaded ghost guns, including assault weapons, protective gear and eight homemade explosive devices.
Long Island man jumps on car hood in $8,000 Facebook Marketplace Rolex deal gone wrong
An $8,000 Facebook Marketplace deal has gone bad on Long Island, with a man who was selling a Rolex watch jumping onto the hood of the thief's car in a quixotic attempt to keep from being robbed.
Queens Chamber opens voting for best bagel competition
Voting is now open for the Queens Chamber of Commerce's inaugural Queens’ Best Bagel Competition.
Brooklyn chain-reaction crash leaves 14-year-old dead: 'He was my best friend'
Christian Antoine was struck and killed after getting caught in between a vehicle crash at the intersection of E. 81st St. and Glenwood Road in the Canarsie section of Brooklyn, the NYPD said. The driver of the SUV, Rayan Salmon, was arrested.
NY leaders urge Biden Administration to accelerate federal marijuana decriminalization
New York Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand is calling on the Biden Administration to do more when it comes to decriminalizing marijuana at the federal level. She wants the drug completely de-scheduled.
NYC Councilman Yusef Salaam says police stopped him without giving a reason
NYC Councilman Yusef Salaam, a member of the exonerated group of men known as the Central Park Five, said he was stopped and pulled over by the NYPD without being given an explanation.
NYPD releases body cam video showing stop of Councilman Yusef Salaam
The NYPD released body cam footage showing the interaction between Salaam and the officer.
Rescuers save over two dozen cats from abandoned apartment in Queens
Multiple animal rescue groups came together recently to save over two dozen cats that were being kept in inhumane conditions inside an apartment in Woodhaven, Queens.
Neighbors relived after Queens brothel bust
Residents in Queens are expressing relief after at least six suspected brothers in their neighborhood were closed by the NYPD, but some are concerned that they could re-open.
New York schools using surveillance tech to catch students vaping
Schools all across New York are using surveillance equipment to crack down on students using electronic cigarettes.
Trump defamation trial verdict: Former president must pay $83.3M to E. Jean Carroll
A jury has reached a verdict in former President Donald Trump's defamation trial, saying he must pay an additional $83.3 million to E. Jean Carroll for calling her sexual assault allegation a lie.