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16 hours ago
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As New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani faces $7 billion budget hole, free parking may be history

New York City is exploring paid parking as a revenue option to address a $7 billion budget gap, though officials emphasize this alone cannot solve the fiscal crisis.
fromNews 12 - Default
3 days ago
New York City

'Why is our budget so out of whack?' NYC comptroller testifies on multibillion-dollar budget gap

Mayor Mamdani faces a $5.4B budget gap for fiscal year 2027 and must choose between a wealth tax or property tax increases to balance the $127B budget by June.
New York City
fromwww.cnbc.com
16 hours ago

As New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani faces $7 billion budget hole, free parking may be history

New York City is exploring paid parking as a revenue option to address a $7 billion budget gap, though officials emphasize this alone cannot solve the fiscal crisis.
New York City
fromYahoo News
12 hours ago

New York City's Worst Speeders and the Bill Proposed to Stop Them

New York City's ten most reckless drivers have accumulated thousands of speeding tickets and paid substantial fines, yet continue driving dangerously on city streets, highways, and school zones without meaningful consequences.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
17 hours ago

Op-Ed | It's time to crack down on New York City's toll-dodgers | amNewYork

Toll evasion costs the MTA $50 million annually; proposed legislation would strengthen enforcement against license plate obscuring and persistent violators through confiscation, driving record penalties, and reclassified charges.
New York City
fromHoodline
15 hours ago

FDNY Leaders Questioned Over Overtime And Firehouse Repairs

FDNY faces budget pressures with 69% of overtime budget already spent, aging firehouses needing repairs, and low EMS pay amid Mayor Mamdani's citywide efficiency mandate requiring $5.4 billion in savings.
#traffic-safety
New York City
fromNews 12 - Default
1 day ago

Advocates claim at least seven traffic fatalities in the past week across NYC

Seven people were killed by cars in New York City in one week, with advocates attributing preventable deaths to lack of protected bike lanes, inadequate speed enforcement, and insufficient traffic calming measures.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Appeals court greenlights bike death suit against city | amNewYork

A court approved a 10-year lawsuit by a cyclist's husband against the city for improper traffic light timing that caused his wife's fatal collision at a West Side Highway intersection.
New York City
fromNews 12 - Default
1 day ago

Advocates claim at least seven traffic fatalities in the past week across NYC

Seven people were killed by cars in New York City in one week, with advocates attributing preventable deaths to lack of protected bike lanes, inadequate speed enforcement, and insufficient traffic calming measures.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Appeals court greenlights bike death suit against city | amNewYork

A court approved a 10-year lawsuit by a cyclist's husband against the city for improper traffic light timing that caused his wife's fatal collision at a West Side Highway intersection.
New York City
fromHoodline
13 hours ago

Man Struck and Dragged by A Train at Rockaway Blvd Station

A 54-year-old man was struck and dragged by an A train at Rockaway Boulevard station after standing too close to the platform edge, sustaining a leg injury and transported to Jamaica Hospital in stable condition.
New York City
fromHoodline
16 hours ago

Elmhurst Robbery NYPD Seeks Suspects

NYPD released surveillance images of three suspects who robbed a 15-year-old boy of his jacket while brandishing a cutting instrument on Gleane Street in Elmhurst on February 13.
New York City
fromNew York City, NY Patch
1 day ago

MTA Bus Driver Attacked By Four Men, No Arrests Made Yet: NYPD

Four suspects attacked a 49-year-old MTA bus driver on a BX38 bus in the Bronx on February 2, repeatedly punching him after one displayed a knife.
New York City
fromHoodline
1 day ago

Brooklyn Pauses to Salute Fallen NYPD Officer Alain Schaberger

NYPD Officer Alain K. Schaberger died in March 2011 after being pushed into a basement stairwell during a domestic-violence call; his assailant was convicted and sentenced to 28.5 to 32 years to life.
fromGothamist
8 hours ago

NYC is looking to hire a 'jails czar' to help close Rikers

The high-ranking role comes with a $180,000 to $230,000 salary, the listing states, and "will serve as a trusted advisor to the mayor, first deputy mayor, and the administration's senior leadership on all matters related to the closing of Rikers."
New York City
#shooting
New York City
fromAol
2 days ago

Mamdani touts landmark court victory against repeat offender landlord in housing enforcement push

NYC Mayor Mamdani announced a $2.1 million judgment against Bronx landlord Seth Miller for uncorrected code violations, establishing a legal template for pursuing maximum civil penalties against negligent property owners.
New York City
fromCity Limits
1 day ago

Mamdani Sits Down With Tenants at Bronx 'Rental Ripoff' Hearing, And What Else Happened This Week in Housing

Mayor Mamdani launched 'Rental Ripoff' hearings across New York City boroughs to address tenant complaints about landlord negligence, unaffordable fees, and housing conditions while extending inclusion to NYCHA residents.
#pothole-repair
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago
New York City

Expect traffic delays Saturday as city launches pothole repair blitz after spike in complaints | amNewYork

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fromNew York Daily News
1 day ago

Mamdani orders 'pothole blitz' after death of Queens scooter rider

Mayor Mamdani launched a citywide pothole repair initiative with 80 DOT crews after a fatal scooter accident caused by a road crater in Queens.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Expect traffic delays Saturday as city launches pothole repair blitz after spike in complaints | amNewYork

NYC deploys over 80 DOT crews across five boroughs Saturday to repair thousands of potholes following winter weather damage and a surge in complaints.
#nypd-investigation
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Suspects sought for shooting man in Queens and fleeing in a van: NYPD | amNewYork

NYPD seeks two masked suspects and a white Econoline van in connection with a Queens shooting that wounded a 30-year-old man in both legs on February 21.
New York City
fromHoodline
3 days ago

NYPD Seeks Three Suspects in Citywide Grand Larceny Pattern

NYPD seeks public help identifying three suspects in a citywide grand larceny pattern spanning Manhattan and Brooklyn across three precincts.
New York City
fromHoodline
1 day ago

Pre-Dawn Gunfire Erupts Outside 708 Nereid Ave, Shooter Flees in Bronx

An unidentified gunman fired multiple shots outside 708 Nereid Avenue in the Bronx at 4:50 a.m. Monday and fled; police seek information for a reckless endangerment case.
New York City
fromNews 12 - Default
1 day ago

Top FDNY leaders in hot seat during budget oversight hearing

Mayor Mamdani's $127B budget proposal for 2027 requires agencies to find efficiencies to address a $5.4B deficit, with the FDNY facing scrutiny over spending, infrastructure repairs, and EMS wage equity.
fromQueens, NY Patch
1 day ago

Suspects Sought For Shooting Man On NYC Street: See Photos

A 30-year-old man was approached by two men wearing masks. One of the suspects then fired a gun striking the 30-year-old in both legs. The victim was taken to One Brooklyn Health-Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center in stable condition.
New York City
fromHoodline
1 day ago

Bronx Uber Slay Suspect Nabbed in Dominican Republic Getaway

The investigation kicked into high gear after firefighters responding to a car fire discovered Mbolo-Isac inside a blue Toyota RAV4. Surveillance video shows someone pounding on the driver's window before two people chase the vehicle. As detectives canvassed the area and pulled additional footage, the NYPD released a photo of the man they were seeking, while local coverage highlighted distinctive tattoos and multiple prior arrests as part of the public appeal.
New York City
#cargo-theft
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Oh, nuts! State police searching for thieves who stole 60K pounds of walnuts from Bronx trailers | amNewYork

New York State Police investigate the theft of 60,000 pounds of walnuts valued at $50,000 from commercial trailers in the Bronx on March 2.
New York City
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Cops need help finding $50K worth of walnuts that disappeared near the Bronx

Approximately 60,000 pounds of shelled walnuts worth $50,000 were stolen from two trailers in the Bronx, and New York State Police are seeking public assistance to locate the stolen goods.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Oh, nuts! State police searching for thieves who stole 60K pounds of walnuts from Bronx trailers | amNewYork

New York State Police investigate the theft of 60,000 pounds of walnuts valued at $50,000 from commercial trailers in the Bronx on March 2.
New York City
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Cops need help finding $50K worth of walnuts that disappeared near the Bronx

Approximately 60,000 pounds of shelled walnuts worth $50,000 were stolen from two trailers in the Bronx, and New York State Police are seeking public assistance to locate the stolen goods.
fromNBC New York
1 day ago

NJ Transit sees hour delays after overhead wire issues at Portal Bridge briefly suspends service

After service was suspended in both directions between Newark Penn Station and New York Penn early Friday morning, NJ Transit service is back -- although limited and facing up to 60 minute delays. The suspension is brought on by Amtrak overhead wire issues at the Portal Bridge, according to NJ Transit.
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fromQueens, NY Patch
2 days ago

Woman Killed In NYC Hit-And-Run Crash ID'd, Driver Still At Large

A 57-year-old woman was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Queens; the driver fled toward the Van Wyck Expressway and remains at large.
New York City
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Pothole-palooza: NYC is launching a 5-borough pothole blitz this Saturday

New York City is conducting a citywide pothole repair blitz with 80 DOT crews across five boroughs on Saturday, following a harsh winter that damaged roads extensively.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

MAMDANI'S FIRST 100 DAYS: Public nuisance ruling signals new enforcement playbook on negligent landlords, says mayor | amNewYork

A Bronx court ruled that prolonged apartment code violations constitute a public nuisance, establishing an enforcement template the city plans to replicate citywide against negligent landlords.
New York City
fromNEPYORK
2 days ago

NYC Mayor Mamdani Announces Record $2.1M Judgment Against Bronx Landlord - NEPYORK

New York City imposed maximum civil penalties of $2.174 million against a negligent landlord for severe housing violations, marking the first such judgment under the Nuisance Abatement Law.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
3 days ago

Memo to Mamdani: Make This Summer's World Cup A Car-Free Paradise - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani should create neighborhood watch parties celebrating immigrant communities instead of subsidizing free buses for wealthy World Cup attendees.
New York City
fromGothamist
2 days ago

NY lawmakers, transit union makes fresh push to enshrine 2-person subway crews

Transport Workers Union Local 100 is pushing state legislation to require two-person crews on NYC subway trains, citing safety and passenger assistance benefits, despite cost-saving pressure and prior gubernatorial veto.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

MAMDANI'S FIRST 100 DAYS: Mayor hosts FIFA President for World Cup talks

Mayor Mamdani met with FIFA President Infantino to advance New York City's 2026 World Cup preparations, with projections of over one million visitors, 26,000 jobs, and $1.7 billion in direct spending.
New York City
fromGothamist
2 days ago

Hit-and-run driver fatally strikes woman in Queens, police say

A 58-year-old woman was fatally struck by a hit-and-run driver in Queens; the driver remains at large and no arrests have been made.
#traffic-accident
New York City
fromNew York Post
2 days ago

Chaotic video shows car fly across street and smash into scaffolding outside NY Buffalo Wild Wings

An 80-year-old driver's SUV became airborne at a White Plains intersection, crashed through scaffolding at Buffalo Wild Wings, and miraculously injured no pedestrians despite heavy foot traffic.
fromCbsnews
4 days ago
New York City

Chain-reaction crash involving FDNY truck in Brooklyn leaves 1 person dead, several injured

New York City
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
5 days ago

DSNY Truck Driver Hits Teenager In Brooklyn

A 14-year-old girl was struck by a New York City Department of Sanitation truck in Brooklyn early Monday morning and hospitalized in critical but stable condition.
New York City
fromNew York Post
2 days ago

Chaotic video shows car fly across street and smash into scaffolding outside NY Buffalo Wild Wings

An 80-year-old driver's SUV became airborne at a White Plains intersection, crashed through scaffolding at Buffalo Wild Wings, and miraculously injured no pedestrians despite heavy foot traffic.
fromCbsnews
4 days ago
New York City

Chain-reaction crash involving FDNY truck in Brooklyn leaves 1 person dead, several injured

New York City
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
5 days ago

DSNY Truck Driver Hits Teenager In Brooklyn

A 14-year-old girl was struck by a New York City Department of Sanitation truck in Brooklyn early Monday morning and hospitalized in critical but stable condition.
#new-york-bridges
fromThe Boutique Adventurer
2 days ago
New York City

How Many of New York's Most Famous Bridges Have You Actually Seen? - The Boutique Adventurer: Luxury Adventure Travel Blog focussed on Emerging Destinations for those over 35

fromThe Boutique Adventurer
2 days ago
New York City

How Many of New York's Most Famous Bridges Have You Actually Seen? - The Boutique Adventurer: Luxury Adventure Travel Blog focussed on Emerging Destinations for those over 35

fromThe Boutique Adventurer
2 days ago
New York City

How Many of New York's Most Famous Bridges Have You Actually Seen? - The Boutique Adventurer: Luxury Adventure Travel Blog focussed on Emerging Destinations for those over 35

fromThe Boutique Adventurer
2 days ago
New York City

How Many of New York's Most Famous Bridges Have You Actually Seen? - The Boutique Adventurer: Luxury Adventure Travel Blog focussed on Emerging Destinations for those over 35

New York City
fromIntelligencer
2 days ago

The Unfathomable Dominance of NYU Women's Basketball

NYU women's basketball has won 89 consecutive games, the longest streak in Division III history, with a 27-0 record this season and two consecutive perfect 31-0 national championship seasons.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

State report urges NYC to better track outcomes for rising homeless population

NYC's homelessness spending tripled to $368 million annually, yet street homelessness continues growing despite successful shelter placement of 97% of the homeless population.
New York City
fromCity Limits
3 days ago

Opinion: Mayor Mamdani Can Mark a 'New Era' for Public Space. These Projects Show the Potential.

New York City can enhance livability by converting streets into parks, reclaiming infrastructure for public use, and expanding green, safe, democratic shared spaces across all five boroughs.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Editorial | NYC makes its own luck with a strong NYPD counterterrorism unit | amNewYork

Two bombs at Gracie Mansion failed to detonate, narrowly preventing mass casualties; robust NYPD counterterrorism funding and staffing remain essential amid escalating Iran tensions.
New York City
fromNew York City, NY Patch
4 days ago

$1.7B In Found Funds Could Shake Up NYC Budget

New York City Council identified $1.7 billion in potential savings and revenue for fiscal year 2026, offering alternatives to using the Rainy Day Fund to address the budget gap.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Op-Ed | Mamdani must rein in mass surveillance before it's too late | amNewYork

NYC's surveillance infrastructure enables systematic data sharing between agencies, facilitating ICE deportations despite judicial orders for release and creating predictable abuse patterns.
#new-york-city-history
New York City
fromAol
4 days ago

True Facts About New York That Sound Totally Fake

New York City contains remarkable hidden historical artifacts, linguistic diversity, abandoned infrastructure, and extraordinary real estate value beneath its famous surface.
New York City
fromAol
4 days ago

True Facts About New York That Sound Totally Fake

New York City contains remarkable hidden historical artifacts, linguistic diversity, abandoned infrastructure, and extraordinary real estate value beneath its famous surface.
New York City
fromAol
4 days ago

True Facts About New York That Sound Totally Fake

New York City contains remarkable hidden historical artifacts, linguistic diversity, abandoned infrastructure, and extraordinary real estate value beneath its famous surface.
New York City
fromAol
4 days ago

True Facts About New York That Sound Totally Fake

New York City contains remarkable hidden historical artifacts, linguistic diversity, abandoned infrastructure, and extraordinary real estate value beneath its famous surface.
New York City
fromAol
4 days ago

True Facts About New York That Sound Totally Fake

New York City contains remarkable hidden historical artifacts, linguistic diversity, abandoned infrastructure, and extraordinary real estate value beneath its famous surface.
New York City
fromAol
4 days ago

True Facts About New York That Sound Totally Fake

New York City contains remarkable hidden historical artifacts, linguistic diversity, abandoned infrastructure, and extraordinary real estate value beneath its famous surface.
New York City
fromNew York City, NY Patch
3 days ago

Moody's Lowers NYC's Credit Outlook To Negative Due To Budget Gaps

Moody's downgraded New York City's credit outlook to negative due to structural budget imbalances and persistent projected deficits despite favorable economic conditions.
New York City
fromNews 12 - Default
3 days ago

City council approves pilot program to improve NYC street cleanliness, snow removal

New York City Council approved a pilot program to enhance street cleanliness and snow removal from public spaces including bus shelters and bike stations, with private owner accountability and results reporting in two years.
New York City
fromFOX 5 New York
3 days ago

3 suspects wanted for string of Lululemon, Alo robberies across NYC

Three suspects robbed four Lululemon and Alo stores across New York City between February 7 and March 3, stealing over $56,000 in merchandise with no injuries reported.
New York City
fromHoodline
3 days ago

Queens Subway Disruption After Fatal Incident Near Rego Park

A fatal incident on the Queens Boulevard line during evening rush hour disrupted E, F, M, and R train service across Queens, causing widespread delays and requiring service reroutes and alternative transit options.
New York City
fromSupercar Blondie
3 days ago

This is what's inside the mysterious 29-storey windowless building that looms over the New York skyline leaving people baffled

33 Thomas Street is a windowless AT&T telecommunications building designed to house telephone switching equipment and protect critical communications infrastructure from disasters.
#traffic-fatality
New York City
fromGothamist
3 days ago

NYC dump truck driver strikes and kills woman in Queens

A NYC Department of Transportation dump truck struck and killed a 31-year-old woman in Queens while attempting a right turn on Metropolitan Avenue.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Transportation Department dump truck driver strikes and kills 31-year-old Queens woman | amNewYork

A Department of Transportation dump truck driver struck and killed a 31-year-old pedestrian in Queens while making a right turn onto Lefferts Boulevard.
New York City
fromQNS
4 days ago

Pothole turns deadly: Man, 46, killed after being thrown from scooter in Ozone Park - QNS

A 46-year-old man died after striking a pothole on his electric scooter in Ozone Park, suffering severe head trauma without wearing a helmet.
New York City
fromNew York Daily News
4 days ago

Woman fatally struck in Queens by NYC Transportation Department dump truck

A woman in her early 30s was fatally struck by a city Department of Transportation dump truck while crossing a Queens street Tuesday morning.
New York City
fromGothamist
3 days ago

NYC dump truck driver strikes and kills woman in Queens

A NYC Department of Transportation dump truck struck and killed a 31-year-old woman in Queens while attempting a right turn on Metropolitan Avenue.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Transportation Department dump truck driver strikes and kills 31-year-old Queens woman | amNewYork

A Department of Transportation dump truck driver struck and killed a 31-year-old pedestrian in Queens while making a right turn onto Lefferts Boulevard.
New York City
fromQNS
4 days ago

Pothole turns deadly: Man, 46, killed after being thrown from scooter in Ozone Park - QNS

A 46-year-old man died after striking a pothole on his electric scooter in Ozone Park, suffering severe head trauma without wearing a helmet.
New York City
fromNew York Daily News
4 days ago

Woman fatally struck in Queens by NYC Transportation Department dump truck

A woman in her early 30s was fatally struck by a city Department of Transportation dump truck while crossing a Queens street Tuesday morning.
New York City
fromNew York Daily News
4 days ago

Subway service partially suspended on E, F, M and R lines after person struck by train

An F train struck and killed a trespasser on the Queens Boulevard Line express track at 63rd Dr. - Rego Park station, causing a two-hour service suspension affecting the E, F, M, and R lines in Queens.
New York City
fromNew York Daily News
3 days ago

Suspect arrested for shooting man found dead in crashed SUV in Coney Island

A 31-year-old man was arrested and charged with murder for shooting a 38-year-old victim in Coney Island, whose SUV crashed into three parked cars after being shot in the chest and arm.
New York City
fromBrownstoner
3 days ago

The Alden: Brooklyn Heights' First Luxury Apartment Building

Late 19th-century wealthy Americans touring Europe discovered elegant apartment living in Paris, contrasting sharply with America's preference for single-family homes and negative perception of multi-unit tenement housing.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
5 days ago

Mamdani's 14th Street Redesign: The Perfect Opportunity For BRT-Style Bus Stations - Streetsblog New York City

A two-year study will upgrade the 14th Street busway with enclosed bus stations, level boarding, and improved pedestrian infrastructure to create true bus rapid transit in New York City.
New York City
fromTime Out New York
4 days ago

Is NYC about to eliminate free parking?

New York City officials are considering charging for currently free curbside parking to help address a $5.4 billion budget gap, potentially generating up to $1.3 billion annually.
New York City
fromGothamist
4 days ago

These NYC ZIP codes will get more free child care seats for 3-year-olds, Mamdani says

New York City is adding 1,000 free preschool seats for 3-year-olds across 56 ZIP codes to reduce waitlists and ensure children attend nearby facilities.
New York City
fromGothamist
4 days ago

Mamdani halts NYC's 'predatory' private tax lien sale process

Mayor Mamdani suspends the city's tax lien sale program to review its impact on homeowners and address concerns about predatory debt collection and foreclosure risks.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Fare-free bus push: State lawmakers look to revive pilot program in budget proposals as Mamdani seeks citywide initiative | amNewYork

New York state legislative leaders propose reviving a fare-free bus pilot program that previously operated in 2023-2024, supporting Mayor Mamdani's campaign goal of eliminating bus fares citywide.
New York City
fromHoodline
4 days ago

Queens Scooter Rider Killed After Hitting Pothole on Liberty Ave

A 46-year-old man died when his motorized scooter hit a pothole on Liberty Avenue in Queens, highlighting dangers of micromobility devices on deteriorating urban infrastructure.
New York City
fromGothamist
4 days ago

NYC wrestles with delays in delivering official trash bins

Thousands of New Yorkers await city-issued trash bins ahead of June fines, as supply chain delays persist despite sanitation department assurances of resolution by month's end.
New York City
fromwww.timeout.com
4 days ago

NYC is planning a major redesign of 14th Street

New York City is redesigning 14th Street from river to river to enhance the successful busway with improved pedestrian spaces, greenery, and safety features while maintaining transit priority.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Brooklyn shooting: Cops find man shot dead in car while investigating reported gunfire blocks away | amNewYork

A 38-year-old man was found shot dead in a parked vehicle in Coney Island early Tuesday morning, with no suspect identified and investigation ongoing.
New York City
fromFOX 5 New York
5 days ago

NYC Council approves bill that creates path to increase salaries of city officials

NYC Council approved a bill establishing a commission to review city official salaries every four years, with findings reported to the mayor and council.
New York City
fromChalkbeat
4 days ago

Mamdani's former Albany colleagues aren't handing over mayoral control without a fight

Mayor Mamdani reversed his campaign position to maintain mayoral control of NYC schools, but faces Albany resistance as neither legislative chamber proposed extending it in their budget proposals.
New York City
fromHoodline
4 days ago

Coney Island Shooting Leaves 38-Year-Old Dead in Car

A 38-year-old man was shot near Coney Island's boardwalk and died in his car after driving five blocks to escape the gunfire.
New York City
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

Police release new video of Markham hit and run that has left woman, 19, critically hurt | CBC News

A 19-year-old woman struck by a 2016-2020 Aegean Blue Honda Civic in a hit-and-run remains in critical condition with life-altering injuries, and police released video footage seeking public assistance to identify the driver.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
5 days ago

Tuesday's Headlines: Harsh Winter Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Sanitation Department snowplows destroy traffic-calming devices installed by the Department of Transportation, undermining street safety efforts despite promises of replacement.
New York City
fromHoodline
4 days ago

Parkway Chase Ends at Palisades Center in West Nyack

A police pursuit on the Palisades Interstate Parkway ended with the driver's arrest in a mall parking lot after refusing to stop for state police.
fromQueens, NY Patch
4 days ago

NYC Man Dead After Scooter Hits Pothole

The man was riding a stand-up motorized scooter when he struck a pothole and was thrown to the ground, striking his head on impact. The 46-year-old man was taken to Jamaica Hospital where he was pronounced dead, police said.
New York City
fromParade
4 days ago

Move Over Empire State Building: There's a New Way to See NYC's Skyline (And It's Free)

Beginning in June 2026, the rooftop of the historic David N. Dinkins Municipal Building in Lower Manhattan will open to the public for free guided tours. For more than a century, the building has towered over the area near City Hall, but its uppermost vantage point has largely been closed off to the public, until now.
New York City
fromTravel + Leisure
4 days ago

The Best NYC Weekend Getaway, According to Travel + Leisure Editors

Beacon makes for an ideal getaway, offering easy access to the Storm King Art Center alongside a charming, walkable downtown. Whether you're visiting for a day trip or settling in for a weekend, it's the quick reset you've been waiting for.
New York City
New York City
fromThe Independent
4 days ago

Hugh Jackman sings for Rupert Murdoch at billionaire's 95th birthday party

Hugh Jackman performed at Rupert Murdoch's 95th birthday celebration in New York, singing songs from The Greatest Showman and classic standards.
New York City
fromTime Out New York
5 days ago

NYC finally moves to crack down on endless scaffolding

New York City is implementing new scaffolding regulations to reduce sidewalk sheds covering 380 miles of streets and shorten their duration, targeting structures that have remained in place for years or decades.
New York City
fromHoodline
5 days ago

14th Street redesign: bike lanes, plazas and public workshops

Manhattan's 14th Street busway is transitioning from temporary to permanent infrastructure with protected bike lanes, expanded plazas, and upgraded bus boarding islands to enhance transit, cycling, and pedestrian safety.
New York City
fromCity Limits
5 days ago

Opinion: Payment Delays to City's Legal Nonprofits Put Thousands at Risk

New York City's chronic delays in paying nonprofit contractors for essential services force organizations to subsidize public services with private funds, jeopardizing their financial stability and ability to serve vulnerable residents.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

14th Street busway redesign: NYC asks public for input on adding bike lanes, improved infrastructure | amNewYork

Manhattan's 14th Street busway will be upgraded with bike lanes, improved bus stops, and enhanced pedestrian spaces through a public comment process launching this month.
New York City
fromPlanetizen
5 days ago

90% of NYC Intersections Lack Audible Crossing Signals for Blind Pedestrians

New York City and other urban areas lack standardized, well-maintained accessibility infrastructure for visually impaired residents, creating safety hazards despite some progress toward ADA compliance.
New York City
fromGothamist
5 days ago

City plans bike lanes and bigger plazas for Manhattan's 14th Street busway

Manhattan's 14th Street busway will undergo major redesign with bike lanes, improved bus stops, and expanded pedestrian space following successful traffic restrictions since 2019.
New York City
fromHoodline
5 days ago

Mill Brook Houses Fire: Lithium Batteries Found

A lithium battery fire at a Bronx NYCHA building injured no one but prompted renewed FDNY warnings about the fire risks of improperly stored or damaged lithium-ion batteries.
New York City
fromBond Buyer
5 days ago

MTA capital cost savings may be example for other agencies

The MTA's Construction & Development Department achieved $1.2 billion in cost savings during 2025, bringing total savings to $3 billion from 2020-2024, demonstrating cost management strategies applicable to other transit agencies nationwide.
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Midtown subway shove attack: Maniac who pushed two men onto tracks in random assaults at large | amNewYork

On Monday morning, the NYPD released images of the perpetrator responsible for the assaults that occurred at the Lexington Avenue-63rd Street station on the F and Q lines at about 11:30 a.m. on March 8. Law enforcement sources said the suspect attacked two men at random as they stood on the southbound platform. He first shoved a 30-year-old man onto the tracks, then walked up to an 83-year-old man and pushed him off the platform.
New York City
New York City
fromHoodline
5 days ago

Sunny Monday in New York City, Fog and Midweek Rain

New York City experiences mild, sunny weather Monday through Tuesday, followed by a strong frontal system bringing rain, possible wet snow, and significantly colder temperatures midweek with gusty winds.
fromGothamist
5 days ago

Mayoral miscount results in limited edition coffee mug marking Mamdani era

Maybe a week or two we had them on sale. Once the mayor decided that he was going to honor the new historical facts that had come to light, we decided that we would honor that as well by putting the 112 mugs on sale.
New York City
New York City
fromQueens, NY Patch
5 days ago

Woman Arrested For Killing Man Inside NYC Apartment Building

A 33-year-old woman was arrested for murdering a 59-year-old man in a Queens supportive housing building on January 30.
fromHudson Valley Post
5 days ago

Walgreens Testing a New Way to Fight Retail Theft in New York Stores

Walgreens has launched a new pilot program at select New York locations that will allow some employees to wear body-worn cameras while working in the store. The cameras are voluntary for employees and are intended to help improve safety for both workers and customers. The company believes the presence of body cameras could help prevent tense situations from escalating.
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