Here's what's open, closed on Columbus Day, Indigenous Peoples' Day 2024
Here's a look at what's open and closed in NYC on Columbus Day, a federal holiday that’s also recognized as Indigenous Peoples Day and Italian Heritage Day.
Man killed, another injured in Lower Manhattan shooting near NYPD headquarters
A man was fatally shot, and another was wounded in a shooting that took place just a few blocks from NYPD headquarters in Lower Manhattan on Saturday.
Watch hot air balloon knock over radio tower in Albuquerque
A hot air balloon knocked over a radio tower in Albuquerque, which was just one of a few dangerous mishaps during this year’s popular balloon festival.
Hurricane Milton impacts already-struggling Florida citrus industry
Federal data shows Florida’s citrus crop was struggling before Hurricane Milton, with the damage expected to further exacerbate the challenges that growers now face.
US sending air defense missile system, more troops to Israel
The Pentagon said Sunday the United States will send a Terminal High Altitude Area Defense battery and troops to to Israel.
Hurricane Milton latest: Biden visits Florida to survey damage
President Biden visited Florida Sunday after Hurricane Milton slammed into the state as a Category 3 storm.
Halloween party shootout: 1 dead, at least 12 injured in Oklahoma City
A shooting at a party held at an Oklahoma event center left one person dead and wounded 12 others, police said.
Hiker falls to death on popular trail in Arches National Park
A 68-year-old man from Paramus, New Jersey, tragically fell to his death while hiking in Utah's Arches National Park on Tuesday.
How to vote in New York: Full guide
Are you registered to vote? Do you know where to vote? Who's on the ballot this year? Here's everything you need to know about voting and Election Day 2024 in New York.
2 arrested in deadly attack on homeless man sleeping in NYC parking lot
Police say 38-year-old victim Cos Jervis Jonas Ajpuac and another man were attacked with metal pipes and a baseball bat Sept. 18, police said. Ajpuac succumbed to his injuries Oct. 2. The other man survived.
Broken elevator door led to Colorado mine accident that killed 1, trapped 12 tourists
An elevator accident inside Colorado's Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine killed a tour guide, injured four, and left 12 people trapped for hours. Investigators are now looking into the cause of the malfunction as the mine shuts down for further inspection.
Northern Lights forecast, viewing tips tonight for NYC
Are we in store tonight for more Northern Lights in NYC? Here's when you should look up into the sky.
Queens residents, officials demand pause to e-scooter program
City officials and residents are asking for a pause to be put on an e-scooter share program that rolled out in southeastern Queens earlier this year, saying that the scooters are endangering seniors and pedestrians.
Suffolk police seizes largest fentanyl bust in county history
Suffolk County officials have made the largest fentanyl bust in county history, seizing more than seven kilos of the deadly drug—enough to kill every resident of Long Island.
Suspect who stabbed MTA conductor in court as transit workers demand action
New York City transit workers packed a Manhattan courtroom on Friday to show their support for conductor who was stabbed multiple times when he asked a man to get off of his train, and to demand the MTA take action and increase security for workers.
Hurricane Milton uncovers lost wedding ring after nearly a decade
After a challenging few days, Palm Coast couple Laura and Basil Yorio found a surprising silver lining following their evacuation from Hurricane Milton.
Will we see the Northern Lights again tonight in NYC?
Did you see the Northern Lights last night in NYC? If you missed the show, keep your eyes peeled tonight, as there's a chance for more celestial fireworks across NY, NJ and CT. Here's what you need to know.
FDNY shuts down NYC haunted house, calling it a 'death trap'
The attraction has been shut down by the FDNY and the Department of Buildings, citing a number of violations. A real-life horror is how the authorities describe it.
Northern Lights illuminates NYC, NJ sky: Did you see it?
Skies across the northeast were lit up by a rare aurora borealis on Thursday night thanks a geomagnetic storm, delighting stargazers.
Colorado gold mine rescue: 12 saved, 1 dead after elevator malfunction at tourist site
Twelve people were safely rescued after being trapped for hours at the Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine in Colorado. One person died in the elevator malfunction, and an investigation is ongoing. The site is a popular tourist attraction offering underground tours.