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.

'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.

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."

Rubby Pérez among 124 killed in Dominican nightclub collapse; New Jersey woman still missing

A young woman from New Jersey and legendary merengue artist Rubby Pérez are among at least 124 people that were killed with more than another 100 injured following a roof collapse at an iconic nightclub in the Dominican Republic.

Brooklyn residents say overnight jail construction is disrupting their lives

Residents in Boerum Hill say overnight construction on the new Brooklyn jail is disrupting their lives, with noise going past 5 a.m. and lights flooding their homes.

ICE returns to Rikers Island for the first time in a decade

For the first time in a decade, ICE is returning to Rikers Island following an executive order from New York City First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro.

16 charged in NYC gang-related shootings that 'terrorized their neighborhoods'

Sixteen suspects who authorities say are linked to 21 shootings over several months in NYC that "terrorized their neighborhoods and communities" were charged in sweeping indictments.