NYCHA opens Section 8 applications: Are you eligible?

NYCHA has started accepting applications for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program waiting list for the first time in nearly 15 years. Here's what you need to know.

The cost of your next flight is likely to go up, industry group warns

As airlines recover from worldwide groundings during the pandemic, industry leaders said there are several factors likely to push ticket prices higher.

Cucumbers recalled in 14 US states over salmonella concerns

The recalled cucumbers were shipped directly to retail distribution centers, wholesalers, and food service distributors in 14 states, the FDA said.

Trader Joe's 'Coming Soon' banner has small town fooled in high school prank

Residents of a small Maryland town were briefly thrilled by the prospect of a new Trader Joe's, thanks to a convincing prank by local high schoolers.

NYPD officers shoot man wielding knife in East Harlem

A knife-wielding man with a history of mental illness and violent encounters with police was shot when he allegedly attacked a group of people and police in East Harlem.

Pro-Palestinian encampment returns to Columbia University

Pro-Palestinian protesters set up another encampment on Columbia University's campus on Friday evening, just in time for alumni weekend.

Akron, Ohio mass shooting leaves 1 dead, 24 wounded

An Akron, Ohio, mass shooting left one man dead and 26 others wounded early Sunday morning, according to local reports.

BQE repairs completed 24 hours early, NYC DOT announces

The repairs on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway were finished almost 24 hours ahead of schedule over the weekend, the NYC DOT announced Sunday morning.

Man robbed two young girls in Brooklyn, choked 6-year-old: NYPD

Police say they are searching for a man who allegedly robbed a 14-year-old and a 6-year-old girl in Brooklyn, and choked the younger child.

34 in custody after pro-Palestinian protest at Brooklyn Museum, damage to artwork reported

The NYPD said Saturday that they had 34 people in custody following a pro-Palestinian protest at the Brooklyn Museum, which reported damage to some artwork and harassment to security staff by demonstrators.

Man fatally shot in the back in Brooklyn: NYPD

The NYPD is investigating after 22-year-old Rahquill Weekes was shot in the back and killed in Sheeshead Bay in Brooklyn early Saturday morning.

NYPD stepping up security for Israel Day on Fifth Parade

The NYPD is stepping up security measures on Fifth Avenue for Sunday's Israel Day on Fifth Parade in Manhattan.

Baby shower attendees kill man after fender bender, Dallas police say

Police say the victims were involved in a fender bender. They say the suspects then cut them off, forcing them to drive by a baby shower where several people were waiting to shoot up the truck.

Pro-Palestinian protesters enter Brooklyn Museum, unfurl banner as NYPD make arrests

A large pro-Palestinian rally marched on the Brooklyn Museum Friday afternoon, setting up tents in the lobby and unfurling a “Free Palestine” banner over the building.

Michelle Troconis sentenced to more than 14 years in prison in Jennifer Dulos case

Michelle Troconis has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after being convicted of helping her boyfriend plot and cover up the murder of his estranged wife, Jennifer Dulos in 2019.

Northern lights forecast for NY, NJ, CT: Will aurora borealis be visible Friday and Saturday?

Another solar storm hitting Earth this weekend could produce northern lights in parts of the United States. But will the glow of the aurora borealis be visible in the tri-state area?