Man who fired shotgun outside Albany synagogue cited events in the Mideast, federal agent says
An FBI spokesperson says Mufid Fawaz Alkhader has been charged with possession of a firearm by a prohibited person. Officials say Alkhader fired two shots outside a synagogue in Albany on Thursday.
An FBI spokesperson says Mufid Fawaz Alkhader has been charged with possession of a firearm by a prohibited person. Officials say Alkhader fired two shots outside a synagogue in Albany on Thursday.
Livery cab driver in custody after attack on cousins that left 1 dead, 1 critically injured
Sergio Zamora-Mendoza, 33, is facing charges of manslaughter and assault after the December 7 attack that left 66-year-old Carlos Guaman dead and a 52-year-old man in critical condition.
Sergio Zamora-Mendoza, 33, is facing charges of manslaughter and assault after the December 7 attack that left 66-year-old Carlos Guaman dead and a 52-year-old man in critical condition.
Jewish man sucker-punched, kicked in antisemitic Brooklyn attack
A Jewish man was sucked punched and beaten by an attacker spewing antisemitic slurs in the latest of a surge of hate crimes across the city.
A Jewish man was sucked punched and beaten by an attacker spewing antisemitic slurs in the latest of a surge of hate crimes across the city.
Long Island man sentenced to 25 years to life in prison for death of gas station manager
Joshua Roston, 37, was sentenced to 25 years to life in prison for running over and killing 59-year-old Cemal Dagdeviren in January 2019.
Joshua Roston, 37, was sentenced to 25 years to life in prison for running over and killing 59-year-old Cemal Dagdeviren in January 2019.
Federal court strikes down part of NY's gun control laws, upholds 'sensitive locations' ban
New York can continue to enforce laws banning firearms in sensitive locations, but a federal court blocked some aspects of New York’s new gun licensing rules, including a requirement that applicants turn over a list of their social media accounts.
New York can continue to enforce laws banning firearms in sensitive locations, but a federal court blocked some aspects of New York’s new gun licensing rules, including a requirement that applicants turn over a list of their social media accounts.
NYC school slashing: Student, 15, injured inside Bronx school; 3rd attack in 3 days
The Melrose slashing comes just a day after another incident at J.H.S. 123 James. M Kieran School in the Soundview section of the Bronx, the NYPD said. Tuesday morning, a 15-year-old student was also stabbed inside Edward R. Murrow High School in Midwood, Brooklyn.
The Melrose slashing comes just a day after another incident at J.H.S. 123 James. M Kieran School in the Soundview section of the Bronx, the NYPD said. Tuesday morning, a 15-year-old student was also stabbed inside Edward R. Murrow High School in Midwood, Brooklyn.
NYC weekend storm to pummel area with heavy rain, damaging winds, severe weather: Forecast
A developing storm system will deliver widespread rain, damaging winds, severe storms and even snow to the eastern half of the U.S. this weekend, including parts of New York City.
A developing storm system will deliver widespread rain, damaging winds, severe storms and even snow to the eastern half of the U.S. this weekend, including parts of New York City.
Chevy Chase falls off stage at 'Christmas Vacation' screening: ‘Just a little boo-boo’
Video shared by a TikTok user documented the fall. Chevy Chase's rep later said in a statement that "thanks to all his falls on ‘SNL,’ it was like riding a bike again."
Video shared by a TikTok user documented the fall. Chevy Chase's rep later said in a statement that "thanks to all his falls on ‘SNL,’ it was like riding a bike again."
Cousins attacked, one killed by livery driver in Brooklyn
One man is dead, and another critically injured, following an alleged assault by a livery driver in the Gravesend section of Brooklyn, the NYPD said.
One man is dead, and another critically injured, following an alleged assault by a livery driver in the Gravesend section of Brooklyn, the NYPD said.
New Yorkers gather in Central Park for world's largest menorah lighting
For the first night of Hanukkah, New Yorkers gathered in Central Park on Thursday evening to see the lighting of the world's largest menorah.
For the first night of Hanukkah, New Yorkers gathered in Central Park on Thursday evening to see the lighting of the world's largest menorah.
NYC congestion pricing brings higher costs on Gridlock Alert days
On Gridlock Alert Days, drivers entering the congestion zone in Manhattan will have to pay another $3.75 in addition to the $15 charge.
On Gridlock Alert Days, drivers entering the congestion zone in Manhattan will have to pay another $3.75 in addition to the $15 charge.
NY Democrats select former Rep. Tom Suozzi as nominee to fill George Santos seat
New York Democrats have selected former U.S. Rep. Tom Suozzi as the nominee for the special election to fill disgraced former Rep. George Santos's seat.
New York Democrats have selected former U.S. Rep. Tom Suozzi as the nominee for the special election to fill disgraced former Rep. George Santos's seat.
Trump expected to attend New York fraud trial again Thursday as testimony nears an end
Former President Donald Trump is expected to return to his New York civil business fraud trial again. Court officials are preparing for Trump to show up Thursday to watch an accounting professor give his opinion on some financial topics important to the case.
Former President Donald Trump is expected to return to his New York civil business fraud trial again. Court officials are preparing for Trump to show up Thursday to watch an accounting professor give his opinion on some financial topics important to the case.
Suspect shot by police near GWB in Washington Heights
The George Washington Bridge saw major delays on both levels Thursday morning. The lower level heading toward the West Side Highway was closed due to the ongoing investigation.
The George Washington Bridge saw major delays on both levels Thursday morning. The lower level heading toward the West Side Highway was closed due to the ongoing investigation.
Mayor Adams' approval rating falls to 28%, lowest for any NYC mayor since 1996
Just 28 percent of New Yorkers approve of Mayor Eric Adams' job so far in office, the lowest number for any mayor since 1996.
Just 28 percent of New Yorkers approve of Mayor Eric Adams' job so far in office, the lowest number for any mayor since 1996.
‘Most fun’ city rankings: Vegas, Orlando and Miami lead the pack – but where's NYC?
WalletHub released their 2024 list of the Most Fun Cities in America, which includes Las Vegas, Orlando, Miami and more. But where did the Big Apple rank?
WalletHub released their 2024 list of the Most Fun Cities in America, which includes Las Vegas, Orlando, Miami and more. But where did the Big Apple rank?
Bronx school slashing: 12-year-old girl injured, 2nd school knife attack in two days
A 12-year-old student was slashed with a knife at J.H.S. 123 James. M Kieran School in the Soundview section of the Bronx, the NYPD said.
A 12-year-old student was slashed with a knife at J.H.S. 123 James. M Kieran School in the Soundview section of the Bronx, the NYPD said.
2024 Belmont Stakes will be held at Saratoga Race Course
The 2024 Belmont Stakes will be run at Saratoga Race Course, with the third leg of horse racing's Triple Crown shifting from Long Island to upstate New York because of the massive renovation of Belmont Park.
The 2024 Belmont Stakes will be run at Saratoga Race Course, with the third leg of horse racing's Triple Crown shifting from Long Island to upstate New York because of the massive renovation of Belmont Park.
NYC delivery workers see wage surge amidst tipping model changes
Mayor Eric Adams said this will improve working conditions and quality of life for the 65,000 delivery workers in New York City.
Mayor Eric Adams said this will improve working conditions and quality of life for the 65,000 delivery workers in New York City.
I Almost Got Hit by an E-bike: NYC pedestrians demand license plates, registration of e-vehicles
Pedestrians who have been injured in e-bike crashes rallied at City Hall in support of legislation that would require license plates and registration of e-vehicles to enhance safety.
Pedestrians who have been injured in e-bike crashes rallied at City Hall in support of legislation that would require license plates and registration of e-vehicles to enhance safety.