Queens residents fined after reporting rat infestations: 'You don't punish people who call 311'
Residents in one Queens neighborhood say that their complaints over a rat infestation aren't being met with help, but instead, fines.
FDNY once again sounds alarm on lithium-ion battery fires in NYC
Officials are once again raising the alarm after a string of fires sparked by lithium-ion batteries in New York City.
Mayor Adams unveils $100M plan to make child care more affordable across NYC
With school just around the corner, NYC Mayor Eric Adams and the city council announced a high-quality plan to make child care more affordable across all five boroughs.
NYC Hudson Yards casino proposal includes green space, affordable housing, K-8 school
The snazzy $12 billion Wynn New York City casino proposal features a 5.6-acre public park, 1,500 housing units, and a new K-8 public school. Here's what it looks like.
Central Park’s 160-year-old tree near Tavern on the Green must be cut down
A 160-year-old tree needs to be cut down at the Tavern on the Green in Central Park after being infected with a deadly disease.
Hate crimes spike for Jewish, Black, and LGBTQ+ communities in New York: Report
Hate crimes surged by 12.7% in 2023 across New York over the last five years, according to a report from the state Comptroller's Office.
Lightning strike ignites fire at Turtle Back Zoo building in NJ
A building at the Turtle Back Zoo in West Orange, NJ was struck by lightning on Wednesday night and caught fire.
Florida woman accused of killing 9-year-old girl directed Rottweiler to attack her: 'I'm fixin' to kill her'
Tyshael Martin, of Florida, has been arrested for allegedly killing her boyfriend's 9-year-old daughter, Jamaria Sessions, according to deputies.
Maryland city will pay you $20,000 to move there
A city in Maryland is offering a $20,000 incentive to get new residents to move there.
New Yorker among 6 new deaths linked to Boar’s Head deli meat listeria outbreak
At least nine people have died, including one person from NY and one from NJ, after being infected with listeria from Boar’s Head deli meats tied to a massive recall last month, federal health officials said.
NYC Mayor Adams helps destroy 4 tons of illegal weed: WATCH
NYC Mayor Eric Adams manned the controls on Long Island as the NYPD disposed of four tons of illegal weed.
NYC subway crime: Man stabbed in chest, slashed on moving train
A man was stabbed and slashed on a NYC subway train as it was approaching the 191st Street station in Washington Heights, the NYPD said.
EXCLUSIVE: Randy Mastro unlikely to be confirmed to lead City Law Department - sources
The chances of Randy Mastro being confirmed as the city’s next corporation counsel are slim to none, according to numerous sources who attended a closed door Democratic council conference Wednesday afternoon.
2 injured in boat fire in Old Bridge, New Jersey
Two people were injured after a boat exploded at a marina in Old Bridge, New Jersey on Wednesday afternoon.
Massive barge catches fire in Queens
A massive barge caught fire in Queens overnight Tuesday.
Weather NYC: Extreme heat today could trigger severe storms, damaging winds l Forecast
Wednesday's extreme heat could fuel severe weather later this afternoon and evening across the NYC area. Here's what you need to know.
Lottery winner! NYC resident claims $2 million Powerball prize
NYC has another multimillionaire! An Army veteran from New York City won a $2 million Powerball prize from a ticket purchased online at Jackpot.com, lottery officials announced.
Westchester man helps elderly couple clean home after claims it's been rundown
Concerned neighbors threatened to report the property to the town, but Joe Alfredo had a different idea.
Co-workers leave Colorado man behind on mountain summit during office retreat
An injured Colorado man weathered a storm and survived a night alone on a mountain after his co-workers left him behind during an office retreat, rescue officials said Sunday.
NYC Labor Day traffic, parking rules, best and worst times to travel: Forecast
Going away for Labor Day weekend? AAA says airports, highways, beaches and theme parks are all expected to be packed for the long holiday weekend. Here are some tips for those traveling this weekend: