PS 3 Charrette School in Manhattan is hosting a workshop that features 'listening circles' for parents and staff, which will divide participants by race and ethnicity. The initiative has drawn attention and sparked discussion.
A Delaware company is suing Riverhead Town, claiming a breach of a long-standing agreement regarding parking for the US Open. The lawsuit centers on the town's decision to allow the USGA to utilize its land for this purpose.
On June 10, 2026, the NYC Department of Education's independent watchdog was accused of rigging an investigation into Schools Chancellor Kamar Samuels. The investigation focuses on a no-bid contract worth $180,000 that Samuels signed with an unapproved vendor during his tenure as a district superintendent.
A lawsuit from East Village residents to block the establishment of a new homeless shelter was dismissed by Manhattan Supreme Court Justice Sabrina Kraus. The ruling allows the Mamdani administration to proceed with relocating homeless individuals to the area.
A teenage boy was grazed by gunfire during an incident in New York City on Monday night. The shooting took place at West 124th Street and Malcolm X Boulevard, and the suspect has not yet been apprehended.
The NYPD is seeking public assistance to identify individuals involved in the assault of a San Antonio Spurs fan. The attack took place after a game where the New York Knicks lost.
Brad Lander's trial began on June 10, 2026, in Manhattan federal court following his arrest at an ICE facility last September. He is charged with a violation for allegedly blocking access to an elevator at the immigration court.
The NYPD is looking into an assault on a Spurs fan who was attacked and robbed of his jersey after Game 3. The incident took place on 47th Street shortly after midnight on Tuesday.
Police are investigating a reported sexual assault involving an 8-year-old girl in New York City. The girl stated that she woke up to find an intruder in her bedroom, who was allegedly exposing himself.
A horse collapsed and died in Central Park, with many parkgoers witnessing the event. NYCLASS Executive Director Edita Birnkrant remarked on the traumatic nature of the incident for those who saw it.
A horse died in Central Park, causing distress among park visitors. NYCLASS Executive Director Edita Birnkrant remarked on the lasting impact of the incident on witnesses.
Jason Taylor allegedly attempted to escape from police by jumping into a Central Park lake on Monday. The incident started when he entered a dry cleaner on Lenox Avenue around 3:35 p.m.
A man in the Bronx was shot and killed after confronting a teenager about loud phone use on a bus. Jonathan Pettigrew, 41, was shot in the abdomen and later died at the hospital. The suspect remains at large, and Pettigrew was a father of seven children.
Bayville village in Nassau County, New York, is facing a unique situation as no candidates have come forward for the mayoral position ahead of the upcoming election. The village has a population of around 7,000 residents.
Tom Homan, the White House border czar, announced plans for an increase in ICE enforcement in New York City, focusing on the five boroughs. He stated that this decision follows a promise made to Governor Kathy Hochul. Mayor Zohran Mamdani opposed these actions, calling them cruel and advocating for the abolition of ICE.
A court has temporarily halted the closure of the Mainchance homeless drop-in center in New York City, which was scheduled for the end of June. The stay will remain in effect until August 11.
A confrontation occurred between Knicks fans and police outside Bryant Park during a Game 3 watch party on Monday night. At least one fan reportedly threw a bottle at an officer.
Authorities confirmed three new cases of New World screwworm in Texas and New Mexico on June 8, 2026. Other news includes a federal judge's ruling on H-1B visa fees, a stabbing incident in New York City, a significant earthquake in the Philippines, and recognition for the musical "Schmigadoon" at the Tony Awards.
The New York City Council is conducting an audit of the Department of Education's contracts, which amount to $12 billion. Mayor Zohran Mamdani's administration has been accused of hindering this audit process.
New York City officials have identified multiple scams aimed at tourists, including misleading ticket vendors and overcharging pedicab drivers. The warnings are issued ahead of the summer event season to help protect visitors.
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