NYC Council sues Mayor Adams over ICE’s return to Rikers Island
The New York City Council is suing Mayor Eric Adams over his executive order allowing federal immigration officials to return to Rikers Island. The lawsuit, filed Thursday, accuses the mayor of abusing his power and participating in a "corrupt bargain" with the Trump administration.
Columbia University activist detained by ICE during US citizenship interview
Mohsen Mahdawi, a Palestinian man who led protests against the war in Gaza as a student at Columbia University, was arrested at a Vermont immigration office where he was expected to be interviewed about finalizing his U.S. citizenship, his attorneys said.
Brooklyn company launches life-saving gel nationwide: 'Control bleeding almost instantly'
A revolutionary gel that can stop bleeding instantly is being made inside a sterile lab in Brooklyn — and it’s about to go nationwide.
These states have the highest average tax refund in 2025
A new report shows tax refunds are larger in 2025, but fewer people are receiving them. Geography, income and tax policy all play a role in how much money Americans get back from the IRS.
Homeowners sue Long Island hospital over damage they say was caused by construction vibrations
A group of West Islip homeowners is suing Good Samaritan Hospital and its parent company, Catholic Health, claiming a nearby construction project caused severe damage to their homes.
AI tool aims to catch abuse in group homes after shocking video
In the aftermath of a shocking video of abuse at an autism center in upstate New York, the father of the abused child has created a AI-based real-time video monitoring system to detect and flag abuse.
NYPD launches quality of life crackdown to tackle open drug use, illegal parking
The crackdown is focused on addressing complaints about open drug use, homelessness, illegal parking, ghost plates, and e-bikes driving on sidewalks.
NYC Mayor Adams visits Dominican Republic roof collapse site
New York City Mayor Eric Adams visited the Dominican Republic to honor the victims of a tragic nightclub roof collapse in Santo Domingo, which claimed more than 200 lives.
NYPD officers fatally shoot 'erratic' man wielding 14-inch knife in Queens
NYPD officers shot and killed an "erratic" man they said advanced toward them with a 14-inch knife in Astoria, Queens, Chief of Department John Chell said.
NCAA Woman of the Year among 6 killed in NY plane crash; victims ID'd
Authorities have revealed the names of the six victims who were killed in a NY state plane crash, including renowned former student athlete Karenna Groff.
New York Helicopter Tours shuts down after Hudson River crash, FAA says
The FAA said the NYC helicopter tour company involved in last week's Hudson River crash is shutting down operations immediately.
'Very Sexy' Victoria's Secret billboard called 'very illegal' by NYC officials
A billboard in Midtown Manhattan is getting attention—and not just for its models in lingerie. The City of New York has called out Victoria’s Secret over its “Very Sexy" advertisement, claiming it violates several city regulations.
The Great Gatsby turns 100: NY students reflect on the enduring legacy of a literary classic
It’s been 100 years since The Great Gatsby was first published, and its legacy is still deeply woven into the fabric of New York City and Long Island. From its inspiration on the Gold Coast to its lasting impact on students today, the story of Jay Gatsby continues to resonate a century later.
Spring snow? 1-2 inches expected for some NYC suburbs tomorrow
April showers? We wish. The miserable weather in the New York City Tri-State continues this weekend as heavy, wet snow is expected to blanket some of the region's suburbs.
Family killed in Hudson River helicopter crash was celebrating daughter’s 9th birthday
The victims of the helicopter crash were identified as Siemens executive Agustin Escobar, his wife Mercè Camprubí Montal, their 9-year-old daughter Mercedes, and pilot Seanqese Johnson, 36.
Judge rules Mahmoud Khalil can be deported: What this means
A judge in Louisiana ruled Friday that Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University grad student who joined pro-Palestinian protests, can be deported for being a possible national security risk.
Helicopter crash kills family of 5 from Spain, pilot
A tourist helicopter appeared to fall apart midair and plummeted into the Hudson River, killing a family of five visiting New York City from Spain and a pilot.
List: Deadly helicopter accidents in New York City
At least 38 people have now died in helicopter accidents in New York City since 1977, when an accident on a skyscraper landing pad led the city to start putting restrictions on where choppers could land.
How helicopter crashed in the Hudson: Blades may have come off
A helicopter crashed into the Hudson River Thursday afternoon, killing all six on board.
New NYPD pilot program to tackle crimes 'that don’t always make headlines'
NYC Mayor Eric Adams, as well as Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch, announced on Thursday morning the NYPD's new Quality of Life Division pilot program, designed to address crimes "that don’t always make headlines but deeply impact how people live."