Syracuse landlord banned from renting after AG links properties to lead poisoning in kids
A Syracuse landlord and his property company have been barred from owning or manging rental properties in the state. The...
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New proposal to help NY students who miss, fail Regents earn diplomas
A new proposal from the State Board of Regents, expected to be approved Tuesday, is set to allow students...
NYC jails’ security boss charged with sexual, racial allegations in New York prisons
The embattled new security boss for city jails has been charged and transferred from Sing Sing prison following allegations...
New York passes new abortion laws
New York has passed new abortion laws expanding legal protections for people seeking and providing abortions in the state....
Subway surfers ride on top of J train into Brooklyn
Subway surfers have been seen riding on top of a J train into Brooklyn. At least eight people were...
Off-duty NYPD officer stabbed to death inside Bronx apartment
An off-duty NYPD officer was stabbed to death inside her apartment in the Bronx early Monday morning, said police....
LA Rapper Roddy Ricch arrested on weapons charge in Queens
Los Angeles rapper Roddy Ricch was arrested in Queens on gun possession charges while on his way to perform...
Bipartisan group of senators announces agreement on gun control
A bipartisan group of senators has announced Sunday that they had reached agreement for a framework of gun safety measures...
Long Island fire chief dies during Suffolk County water rescue training
A Long Island firefighter has died while conducting drills morning. Former Hauppauge Fire Chief Stephen Feron died suddenly while training...
Accused NYC teachers deny buying fake COVID vaccine cards
Dozens of New York City teachers have been accused of buying fake vaccine cards from a Long Island pediatric center...
March for Our Lives rally against gun violence held in NY
March for Our Lives demonstrations were held in New York and across the country Saturday. Protesters, angry and tired...
Drill rapper Avanti Frowner dies in botched robbery at Bronx pharmacy
Drill rapper Avanti Frowner has died in a botched robbery at a Bronx pharmacy. The incident happened inside the...
Three murders kick off violent start to weekend in NYC
Two fatal shootings and the stabbing murder of a Harlem woman kicked off a bloody weekend across the city...
DeSantis visit to NYC during Pride Month sparks LGBTQ outrage
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has set to appear before a friendly conference of conservative Jewish leaders in New York City...
Gas price hit new high in US, approaching $5 average, AAA says
The nationwide average price for a gallon of gasoline has topped $5 for the first time ever. Auto club AAA...
“We apologize for role in Tuskegee syphilis study”– NY fund officials
For almost 40 years starting in the 1930s, as government researchers has purposely let hundreds of Black men die of...
Two Queens boys die after falling into Jamaica Bay while celebrating last day of school, start of summer
Two Queens boys celebrating the start of summer died Friday after they fell into Jamaica Bay and never resurfaced,...
Justin Bieber suffering from facial paralysis, cancels concerts
Justin Bieber is battling a rare disease that causes facial paralysis, which has forced him to cancel multiple shows....
Seventeen-year-old mother faces murder, manslaughter charges after throwing newborn son out of Bronx apartment window
A 17-year-old mother faces murder and manslaughter charges for throwing her newborn son out a fifth-floor window in the...
US discloses plan to end virus testing mandate for international travelers
The Biden administration has concluded to lift its requirement that international air travelers to the U.S. take a COVID-19 test...
Both parties reach deal on record $101B budget weeks –Adams, Council
Mayor Eric Adams and the City Council has reached a deal Friday on a $101.1 billion budget for the upcoming...
Court tosses New York’s new Assembly district maps
The New York State Assembly maps has adopted by the Legislature and signed into law by Gov. Kathy Hochul in...
Connecticut woman dies after being infected with tickborne Powassan virus
A Connecticut woman has died after becoming infected with the tickborne Powassan virus, state health officials announced this week....
Two people killed in NJ fire outbreak
Flames broke out overnight at a house on Agar Place in South Hackensack, New Jersey. Two people have been...
Yonkers set to receive 11,000 units of baby formula
Yonkers are set to receive 11,000 units of baby formula to help families through shortage, said officials. The units...
New York lawmakers propose potential recall for prosecutors
While the New York State legislative session has adjourned just last week, Republican lawmakers are calling for a special session....
“Security must improve on new York subways”–Kathy Hochul
Gov. Kathy Hochul has insisted Thursday she is "laser focused" on improving security on the New York City subway system...
Mayor Adams lifting mask mandate for kids on Monday
NYC to lift toddler mask mandate on June 13– Adams New York City will lift its mask mandate for toddlers...
R Kelly should get more than 25 years in prison, fed prosecutors in Brooklyn say
R. Kelly should be locked up for more than 25 years to protect the public from the “calculated, methodical”...
NYPD: Man killed by unknown gunmen outside Bronx apartment building
A man has been killed by some unknown gunmen outside a Bronx apartment building. Police gathered that a trio...
Twelve-year-old girl struck by hit-and-run driver in the Bronx
A twelve-year-old girl has reportedly been struck be a hit-and-run driver in the Bronx. The accident occurred when the...
“We agree to testify in NY civil probe” –Donald Trump, Ivanka, Don Jr
Former President Donald Trump and his two oldest children, Ivanka and Donald Trump Jr, have agreed to testify under oath...
NYC congestion pricing delay raises advocates’ concerns about MTA service
Congestion pricing will not be rolling out in New York City within the next year, Gov. Kathy Hochul has said,...
NYC mayor urges Congress to pass gun safety bills
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has called on Congress to "end gun violence and protect the lives of Americans"...
Federal funding for free school lunches about to expire
The federal funding set aside for the purpose of offering free school lunches across New York State is about...
City educators express worry over budget cuts for 2022-23 school year
New York City educators have expressed worries over budget cuts for the 2022-22 school year. Recall that the budget...
Fifteen-year-old girl struck by stray bullet inside home in St. Albans, Queens
A 15-year-old girl has been struck by a stray bullet inside her home in St. Albans, Queens. The victim...
Adams’ honeymoon may be over, new poll suggests
Mayor Eric Adams' honeymoon with New Yorkers doesn't seem to have lasted very long, according to a new poll. Only...
“$215 million budget cut” NY principals, advocates hurting hope for smaller class sizes
New York City principals and advocates have worries over school budget cuts to the tune of $215 million will make...
NY Governor yet to commit to signing Crypto mining bill into law
New York governor Kathy Hochul office has yet to publicly commit signing crypto mining bill, instead she said her team...
Adult, minor in custody for murder of 11-year-old during sleepover in Detroit home
An adult and a minor are said to be in custody for murder of an eleven-year-old girl during sleepover...
Gov Hochul signs off on NY’s strict new gun laws, raises age for rifles, bans body armour
New York Governor Hochul has enacted strict new gun laws on Monday, including raising the age for people to...
Eric Adams’ literacy overhaul slashes number of NYC reading coaches
Mayor Eric Adams' literacy overhaul has proven to be slashing the number of New York City's reading coaches. He...
NY A.G isn’t satisfied with Trump’s bid to stay out of contempt
The New York attorney general's office has said it is not satisfied that former President Donald Trump has met the...
President Biden moves to boost solar panel production draws mixed reviews from industry
President Biden has invoked the Defense Production Act in an effort to spur the manufacturing of solar panels and other...
NY governor signs law raising age to own semiautomatic rifle
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has signed a 10-bill package Monday intended to strengthen the state's gun laws and protect...
Cab driver on regular overnight shift killed by speeding hit-and-run driver
A cab driver who was on his regular overnight shift has been killed by a speeding hit-and-run driver, police...
Suspect arrested for fatal Queens shooting linked to gangs
A suspect has been arrested for a fatal August shooting in Queens linked to gangs, police said Monday. Police...
Sixteen-year-old boy fatally stabs teen in groin during fight on Brooklyn street
A sixteen-year-old boy fatally stabbed a teen in the groin, leaving him clinging to life. The incident took place...
We feel safe as officers working to make NY students
The journalist group Education Week has reported, there have been 27 school shootings so far this year, including the tragedy...
US President delays meeting trip to Saudi Arabia till July
A meeting between President Joe Biden and Saudi Arabia's de facto ruler, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has been cancelled,...
Two more cases of monkeypox reported in NYC, bringing total to 7
Two more cases of monkeypox have been reported in New York City. This brings the total number of positive...
Fireworks set off inside 2 NYC malls sparking panic
Fireworks sparked panic at two New York City malls Saturday afternoon. Two New York City malls have been reported...
Suspect dead after shooting police officer in West New York, NJ
Authorities say a suspect who shot a police officer in West New York is dead. A police officer in...
US Capitol Police arrest man with body armor, high-capacity ammo and fake Interpol badge
U.S. Capitol Police has arrested a retired, 15-year NYPD veteran near the U.S. Capitol Friday after he was found with...
Baby formula maker Abbott to restart production amid US shortage
Baby formula plant has disclosed plan to restart production at its Michigan plant after meeting requirements from the FDA. The...
NYC public school families to receive $375 per child for food benefits through federal COVID relief
All New York City public school families regardless of income will receive $375 per child in food benefits to...
Eric Adams forced to lower class sizes after winning control over NYC schools
Mayor Eric Adams has been forced to lower class sizes following his victory over control of New York City...
Three people stabbed at LA hospital
Three people have been injured in a stabbing attack at a Los Angeles hospital Friday, police said. Cops said...
New York passes bill that raises age to buy, own semi-automatic rifles
In the final hours of the Albany legislative session, lawmakers has approved a series of gun control bills that make...