Can destructive earthquakes hit NYC? Here's what experts say
Could an earthquake hit NYC? Experts explain why quakes are just as common on the East Coast as they are on the West Coast.
NYC pro-Palestinian protesters block roads near JFK Airport, march toward Wall Street
Hundreds of pro-Palestinian demonstrators marched over to Wall Street in New York City for a demonstration, while hours before, the long line of backed up passengers waiting to get into JFK's AirTrain Terminal grew quickly following tightened security amid protests there.
NYC migrant crisis: Buses bound for Big Apple drop migrants off in New Jersey, Secaucus mayor says
Secaucus Mayor Michael Gonnelli said buses of migrants bound for New York City have been stopping at the train station in his town in an apparent effort to evade an executive order by Mayor Eric Adams.
Rochester, New York crash kills 2, injures 5 following concert; police investigating
The crash in Rochester, New York happened as officers were directing traffic after a concert let out at the Kodak Center theater complex, police said.
Cross Island Parkway crash in Queens leaves 5 dead; victims ID'd
The victims in the crash on the Cross Island Parkway in Queens have been identified as Kazeem Ramsahai, Mario Ocampo, Dayanara Benitez-Ocampo, Salma Garcia-Diaz, and Jordy Bentances, the NYPD said.
Staten Island house fire kills 7-year-old girl on New Year's Day
According to the FDNY a 7-year-old girl is the only reported victim at this time.
Midtown Manhattan police chase ends in crash, at least 8 injured
A police chase in Midtown saw a suspect crash into several police cars before striking a food truck, pinning a woman underneath it.
How much New York's minimum wage will increase on Jan. 1, 2024
New York State will raise minimum wage to $16 an hour for employees in NYC, Long Island and Westchester, beginning in 2024, as well as $15 elsewhere in the state.
Sanitation Department cleans up 100,000 pounds of confetti in Times Square
Workers using mechanical brooms and collection trucks cleaned up 100,000 pounds of confetti before daybreak.
Times Square gears up for 2024 with millions planning to ring in the new year
1 million people are expected to watch the ball drop in Times Square tonight and more than a billion from across the world will join the countdown to 2024.
Controversial 'Charlie Brown-like' trees take center stage in Astoria
Residents in Astoria woke up this week to new trees planted in the center of their sidewalk, and not everyone is happy about it.
Brooklyn e-bike fire leaves 2 people injured, including child: FDNY
Firefighters confirmed it was the lithium-ion bikes in the apartment that were on fire when they arrived.
Bronx fatal fire leaves 5 injured, 2 NYPD officers hospitalized: officials
At least one person died and five people were hurt in a fire in the Soundview section of the Bronx on Saturday, the FDNY said.
Revelers set to pack into Times Square for annual New Year's Eve ball drop
Tens of thousands of New Yorkers, tourists and celebrities are expected to pack into Times Square on Sunday for the annual New Year's Eve bash.
Clarkstown murder-suicide: Family of four found dead inside New City home
Clarkstown police found an officer, his wife and two young sons with gun-inflicted wounds inside their home on Saturday, in what they believe to be a murder-suicide.
Will migrant buses flood Orange, Westchester counties due to new NYC executive order?
Will migrant buses flood Orange, Westchester and Rockland counties as companies try to avoid fines in New York City? Officials are bracing for impact.
Queens police shooting: MTA cops kill man accused of groping 19-year-old
MTA officers shot and killed a man in Jamaica, Queens, while attempting to arrest him for allegedly groping a 19-year-old woman.
Long Island community rallies behind gay teacher fired at Catholic school: 'God loves Mr. Califano'
A Long Island community is rallying behind Maria Regina School teacher Michael Califano, after claims that he was fired for being gay. The local diocese denies this.
NYPD preps for potential protests, problems as millions are expected in Times Square on New Year's Eve
NYPD officials confirmed that there were no specific credible threats to the festivities or the city, but warned that law enforcement would be on high alert.
Staten Island police chase ends with stolen box truck crashing into several cars; 26 injured
A police chase in the Stapleton section of Staten Island ended with a stolen box truck ramming into several cars, leaving 19 civilians and seven police officers injured, the NYPD said.