Diddy trial: Jury selected; opening statements begin l LIVE updates
Testimony in Sean "Diddy" Combs' NYC trial could begin as soon as the afternoon following a final phase of jury selection in the morning and opening statements from the lawyers.
Queens man arrested for alleged rape of 14-year-old girl: NYPD
A 23-year-old Queens man has been arrested in connection with multiple alleged rape incidents involving a 14-year-old girl.
What happened when Mayor Adams met President Trump?
Mayor Eric Adams traveled to Washington, D.C., on the same day that federal prosecutors released more than 1,700 pages of documents tied to his now-dismissed corruption case.
FDNY arrest man Brooklyn man for a series of arson fires
The New York City Fire Department has arrested a man in connection with three arson fires in Brooklyn.
Over 65 Columbia University students suspended on interim basis
Columbia has suspended over 65 students on an interim basis and barred 33 individuals from campus.
Diddy latest: Jury selection for sex trafficking trial pushed to next week
The final stage of jury selection for the racketeering and sex trafficking trial of hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs was postponed until early next week.
LIVE l Heavy rain hits NYC area ahead of Mother's Day weekend
A coastal low pressure system is bringing widespread heavy rainfall to the NYC area into the evening, prompting a flood threat ahead of Mother's Day weekend. Here's what you need to know.
Flood watch in effect as heavy rain threatens NYC through Friday night
A flood watch is now in effect for the New York City region through late Friday night as a prolonged period of rain raises the risk for flash flooding, especially in low-lying and poor-drainage areas.
Dozens of pro-Palestinian protesters arrested after storming Columbia Univ. library
At least 75 pro-Palestinian protesters were arrested Wednesday after they stormed Columbia University's Butler Library.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.