NYC plans to wipe out $2B in medical debt for up to 500,000 residents

New York City Mayor Eric Adams says the city intends to wipe out more than $2 billion in medical debt for up to 500,000 residents.

NYPD sergeant slashed in face in Brooklyn machete attack

A NYPD sergeant was slashed in the face and two other officers were injured when they were attacked by a emotionally disturbed man wielding a machete in Brooklyn on Monday.

New Jersey high school temporarily locked down after gun found

Students and staff were placed on a temporary lockdown at Union Catholic High School in New Jersey on Monday morning after a gun was found on campus.

Johnny's Pizzeria in Sunset Park hands out last famous square slice

Johnny's Pizzeria in Sunset Park will have taken their last order, kneaded their last ball of dough, and handed out their last, famous Square slice Wednesday night.

AI-generated robocall impersonates Biden, tells New Hampshire Democrats not to vote Tuesday

The New Hampshire attorney general’s office says it is investigating reports of an apparent robocall that used artificial intelligence to mimic President Joe Biden’s voice and discourage voters in the state from participating in Tuesday’s primary election.

Long Island doctor sentenced for pain pill deaths

Long Island doctor George Blatti has been sentenced to 5-15 years in prison for overprescribing pain pills and caused the deaths of five people.

'Cheer' star Monica Aldama's son charged with child pornography

Austin Aldama, 27, was arrested by the Navarro County Sheriff's Office last week and charged with multiple counts of possession with intent to promote child pornography.

Couple adopts safe haven baby surrendered at fire station: 'We're just thankful to God'

In a heartwarming story from Kentucky, Chris and Brittany Tyler officially adopted 20-month-old Samuel, who was surrendered at a fire station in a safe haven box with a touching message expressing love.

Decades-lost bridal photos discovered at auction, returned to 85-year-old bride

Lost bridal photos, missing for over 30 years, have been rediscovered and returned to their owner, Harriet Galbraith, by a Virginia woman named Sandra Poindexter. Poindexter found the photos at an auction while searching for vintage picture frames.

North Carolina woman allegedly stabs 10-year-old sibling to death

The child had been stabbed multiple times inside a residence before being moved to the backyard, according to investigators.

Possible Trump testimony in sex abuse defamation trial postponed due to juror illness

A juror's illness has forced a postponement of the defamation trial for former President Donald Trump for at least a day, delaying the question of whether he'll testify about his statements about sexual assault accuser E. Jean Carroll.

NYPD officer struck by hit-and-run driver in Manhattan

A NYPD officer was struck by a hit-and-run driver Sunday night in the Inwood section of Manhattan, officials said.

Solar eclipse 2024: Which NY cities are in path of totality, what NYC will experience April 8

New York is path of totality for a solar eclipse in 2024. Here's what you need to know if you're traveling to see the total solar eclipse -- and what you'll see if you stay in the NYC area!

FAA asks airlines to inspect earlier generation of Boeing 737s after mid-flight blowout

The FAA issued a new safety alert telling operators of Boeing 737-900ER aircraft to “visually inspect mid-exit door plugs" after one blew out during an Alaska Airlines flight earlier this month.