EXCLUSIVE | 'Long Island Wise Guy' reveals secret identity — kind of
He’s one of Long Island’s biggest social media sensations—known as the Long Island Wise Guy—but his identity has remained a secret… until now.
He’s one of Long Island’s biggest social media sensations—known as the Long Island Wise Guy—but his identity has remained a secret… until now.
Autism center abuse whistleblower says there are other victims | EXCLUSIVE
The whistleblower who revealed the abuse of patients at the Anderson Center for Autism is speaking out for the first time, sharing how widespread the abuse was and why he exposed the truth.
The whistleblower who revealed the abuse of patients at the Anderson Center for Autism is speaking out for the first time, sharing how widespread the abuse was and why he exposed the truth.
BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! announces full 2025 summer lineup
The BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! Festival has revealed the full 2025 lineup for its long-running summer music series at Prospect Park’s Lena Horne Bandshell.
The BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! Festival has revealed the full 2025 lineup for its long-running summer music series at Prospect Park’s Lena Horne Bandshell.
Pit bulls in UWS attack allegedly killed dog months earlier in Central Park
New concerns are growing on Manhattan’s Upper West Side as residents say the same pair of pit bulls involved in a brutal attack on a chihuahua named Penny last weekend were also responsible for a deadly mauling in January.
New concerns are growing on Manhattan’s Upper West Side as residents say the same pair of pit bulls involved in a brutal attack on a chihuahua named Penny last weekend were also responsible for a deadly mauling in January.
Columbia University lays off 180 staff after Trump cuts $400M in federal funds
Columbia University is laying off nearly 180 staff members following President Donald Trump’s decision to cancel $400 million in federal funding over the school’s handling of pro-Palestinian protests.
Columbia University is laying off nearly 180 staff members following President Donald Trump’s decision to cancel $400 million in federal funding over the school’s handling of pro-Palestinian protests.
NJ tornado warning; NYC braced for soggy week
The National Weather Service is forecasting several rounds of rain and thunderstorms across New York City through Friday.
The National Weather Service is forecasting several rounds of rain and thunderstorms across New York City through Friday.
Private fence in East Elmhurst causes public outcry
Local residents are complaining about a private fence that blocks access to about 10 parking spaces and 50 feet of the sidewalk.
Local residents are complaining about a private fence that blocks access to about 10 parking spaces and 50 feet of the sidewalk.
Diddy trial: 35 total jurors moving on
The sex trafficking trial of Sean “Diddy" Combs, one of the most influential figures in music and business over the last three decades, is underway in NYC with jury selection. Here's what to expect on Tuesday.
The sex trafficking trial of Sean “Diddy" Combs, one of the most influential figures in music and business over the last three decades, is underway in NYC with jury selection. Here's what to expect on Tuesday.
Real ID deadline: Answering the big questions ahead of Wednesday, May 7
After years of postponements and delays, the deadline to get a Real ID is finally here. Here's what you need to know.
After years of postponements and delays, the deadline to get a Real ID is finally here. Here's what you need to know.
Pharrell, Zendaya, Rihanna pregnancy surprise lead 2025 Met Gala tribute to Black style
The biggest surprise of the night was Rihanna's newly-announced baby bump as the 2025 Met Gala paid tribute to Black designers and raised $31M for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute.
The biggest surprise of the night was Rihanna's newly-announced baby bump as the 2025 Met Gala paid tribute to Black designers and raised $31M for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute.
New traffic patterns in Astoria are 'a headache'
NYC's Department of Transportation has created a bike boulevard in Astoria, Queens. Residents are not pleased.
NYC's Department of Transportation has created a bike boulevard in Astoria, Queens. Residents are not pleased.
Diddy trial: Combs' says he's 'a little nervous' as jury selection begins
Sean "Diddy" Combs, one of the most influential figures in music and business over the last three decades, is standing trial on sweeping federal charges.
Sean "Diddy" Combs, one of the most influential figures in music and business over the last three decades, is standing trial on sweeping federal charges.
Fired union workers asking Met Gala guests to stand with them
Displaced hotel workers plan to protest outside The Surrey Hotel, where several notable celebrities are staying while they attend the Met Gala.
Displaced hotel workers plan to protest outside The Surrey Hotel, where several notable celebrities are staying while they attend the Met Gala.
Owners demand action after pit bulls maul service dog on NYC street l Caught on camera
A dog is fighting for her life after the owners say two pit bulls attacked her, unprovoked, in NYC. The incident was caught on camera.
A dog is fighting for her life after the owners say two pit bulls attacked her, unprovoked, in NYC. The incident was caught on camera.
NYC’s rat czar hits the streets to rally residents in 'war' on rodents
Rat czar Kathleen Corradi is leading the new initiative across multiple rat mitigation zones in NYC. They're called "rat walks," where city officials educate the public about rats, their behavior and how human actions contribute to their presence in the city.
Rat czar Kathleen Corradi is leading the new initiative across multiple rat mitigation zones in NYC. They're called "rat walks," where city officials educate the public about rats, their behavior and how human actions contribute to their presence in the city.
NYPD officer shoots knife-wielding man who threatened to kill his mom in the Bronx
An NYPD officer shot a man who was threatening his mother at knifepoint inside an apartment in the Pelham Bay section of the Bronx, police said.
An NYPD officer shot a man who was threatening his mother at knifepoint inside an apartment in the Pelham Bay section of the Bronx, police said.
9/11 first responders still facing delays despite funding restored to health program
Despite restored funding, 9/11 first responders face long waits for care as staffing lags. Advocates are calling for action to fix delays and expand support for those still battling related illnesses.
Despite restored funding, 9/11 first responders face long waits for care as staffing lags. Advocates are calling for action to fix delays and expand support for those still battling related illnesses.
Long Island first responders prep for major hurricane with Fire Island emergency drill
What would happen if a Cat 4 hurricane hit Fire Island? That's the scenario first responders trained for during a major emergency response drill on Thursday.
What would happen if a Cat 4 hurricane hit Fire Island? That's the scenario first responders trained for during a major emergency response drill on Thursday.
Suffolk DA announces takedown of 'Mak Balla Family,' '9-Trey Bloods' gangs on Long Island
Two major gang indictments in Suffolk County charge 28 alleged gang members in shootings, robberies, and drug sales tied to across Long Island.
Two major gang indictments in Suffolk County charge 28 alleged gang members in shootings, robberies, and drug sales tied to across Long Island.
Playland amusement park opening in jeopardy: 'It would be heartbreaking'
With summer fast approaching, the opening of the historic Rye Playland, the 96-year-old amusement park that sits along the Long Island Sound, is in jeopardy.
With summer fast approaching, the opening of the historic Rye Playland, the 96-year-old amusement park that sits along the Long Island Sound, is in jeopardy.