John F. Kennedy Jr. died in a plane crash 25 years ago today
John F. Kennedy Jr., the only son of President John F. Kennedy, died in a plane crash off the coast of Massachusetts 25 years ago.
How hot weather affects mental health
Physical effects of heat waves, like heat stroke, are widely known. But scientists are now sounding the alarm on psychological consequences of extremely high temperatures.
FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh stepping down
Kavanagh told the mayor's office it was time for her to move on, but she will stay on until a new FDNY commissioner is ready to take the reins.
Measles found at New York City migrant shelter
At least two cases of measles have been found in people staying at a New York City-run shelter for migrants in Brooklyn.
3-year-old child struck by driver, killed in Harlem
A 3-year-old girl died after she was struck by a driver in Harlem on Thursday. New York City police said the number of pedestrians getting hurt in crashes is rising in 2024.
Major gas leak forces evacuations in Union City, New Jersey
Residents were evacuated as water and debris spewed from the ground due to a major gas leak in Union City, New Jersey.
Gateway Program gets $6.8 billion to dig new Hudson River tunnels
Critical funding for the $16 billion Gateway tunnel project was made official Monday.
Driver charged with DWI in deadly Long Island nail salon crash, police say
Long Island police said Steven Schwally, 64, was drunk and speeding when he crashed an SUV into a nail salon Friday, killing an off-duty NYPD officer and three other people.
N.J. Amber Alert suspect charged with kidnapping 2-year-old
New Jersey police arrested Junior Nunez, 33, on Friday morning after issuing an Amber Alert for a 2-year-old boy from Paterson.
New York City to fully restore library funding in 2025 budget
Funding for New York City libraries is being fully restored in the city's 2025 fiscal year budget, officials announced Thursday.
Small plane goes off runway at Newark Airport, FAA says
A small plane went off the runway after landing at Newark Liberty International Airport on Thursday, causing delays for travelers flying into and out of New Jersey.
E-bike battery started Brooklyn fire that injured 4, FDNY says
New York City fire officials say a lithium-ion battery from an e-bike started a fire in Brooklyn that left four people hurt and a building badly damaged.
Loaded gun, dagger found in carry-on bags at NYC airports
A Texas man was arrested at John F. Kennedy International Airport after TSA officers allegedly found a loaded gun among his carry-on items.
Frustration boils over after more NJ Transit delays
NJ Transit appeared to be running on schedule before the commuter rail suspended service again into and out of New York Penn Station.
FDNY battles Bronx fire as hot weather complicates response
A fire that started inside a Dunkin' Donuts in the Bronx quickly spread to neighboring buildings, according to the FDNY.