A 21-year-old man was stabbed near St. Patrick's Cathedral and Saks Fifth Avenue in Manhattan on Monday evening following a dispute. The assailant fled the scene, and the victim is in stable condition at Bellevue Hospital. This incident occurred shortly after another stabbing nearby that resulted in one death.
Retired Port Authority police officers have requested that New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Governor Kathy Hochul not attend the 25th anniversary commemoration of 9/11 at Ground Zero, citing concerns that their presence would cause pain to victims' families and survivors. The officers expressed their views in letters and emphasized the significance of the day as a solemn remembrance rather than a political event.
A boat exploded off City Island in the Bronx on Saturday, injuring three passengers. The explosion occurred around 1:40 p.m. in the Long Island Sound, and the cause is currently under investigation. The FDNY responded with a significant number of firefighters to the scene.
Timothy Walters, a head custodian in Albany, New York, lived secretly in Hackett Middle School for six months due to personal circumstances. He resigned from his position after the school district suspended him during an investigation. Walters stated that financial difficulties and child support obligations contributed to his decision to live in the school.
A 61-year-old woman named Wang Jing was killed by a car while crossing Union Turnpike in Queens on Wednesday morning. The incident is part of a troubling trend, as she is at least the fifth pedestrian or cyclist killed by vehicles in New York City in the past week. The NYPD is investigating the incident.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani is establishing a Business Advisory Council to involve C.E.O.s in efforts to boost New York City's economy. This initiative reflects his ongoing attempts to foster relationships with the business sector.
Chinatown leaders are urging Mayor Zohran Mamdani to rethink the plan for a new jail in their area. They warn that construction could pose risks to the stability of the ground due to the need to dig below the water table.
A driver who crashed her SUV into a swimming pool on Long Island has been identified as a Jewish school teacher and mother of four. The accident took place on August 23, 2026.
A 6.7 magnitude earthquake occurred in the southern Andes of Peru, according to the US Geological Survey. The Peru's Geophysical Institute reported a higher magnitude, but there are no immediate reports of casualties.
A 52-year-old woman was grazed by a bullet in Brooklyn while walking near the Glenwood Houses NYCHA complex. This incident is part of a troubling trend, as it is the third shooting of innocent bystanders in the area within 48 hours.
Lima, Peru is experiencing significant flooding due to heavy rains, which have caused road closures, overflowing rivers, and landslides. The situation continues to affect transportation and infrastructure in the area.
The New York City Department of Health is set to implement new regulations requiring property inspections within 14 days of rat infestation complaints. This move follows the enactment of a local law aimed at combating rat issues in the city.
President Trump visited Long Island to emphasize his administration's crime reduction efforts. He supported Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, who is running for governor, and plans to tour the Nassau County Police Academy.
The New York City Council is evaluating a proposed bill that aims to equip police officers with electronic hearing devices. The initiative is intended to help protect officers' hearing in the city's noisy environment.
Bruce Blakeman, a candidate for governor of New York, has announced his intention to repeal the BitLicense regulation, which governs cryptocurrency businesses in the state, if he wins the election. The statement reflects his stance on cryptocurrency regulation.
A tree fell on a Westbury home during a storm, trapping 37 cats inside. The incident occurred around 9 p.m. on August 11, 2026, and narrowly missed the homeowner's brother.
A shooting incident took place near the West Farms Square-E Tremont Avenue subway station in the Bronx on Thursday evening, injuring two people. The event caused panic among bystanders, who sought safety.
A fire involving a vacuum train at the Astor Place subway station led to the hospitalization of six MTA workers and five firefighters. The fire broke out around 2:15 a.m., prompting a significant response from the FDNY.
The Mamdani administration has extended a three-year, $1.86 billion contract with the Hotel Association of New York City. This agreement enables hotels to serve as emergency shelters for the city's homeless residents.
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