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The Trump administration is deploying more ICE agents to NYC in response to an off-duty CBP officer being shot, blaming the incident on sanctuary city policies.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
Ecuadorian criminal leader Villamar from Los Choneros was extradited and will face charges in Brooklyn Federal Court for drug trafficking and violence.
A man in Brooklyn was indicted for allegedly setting fire to 10 NYPD vehicles, with damages estimated at $800,000. He faces 5 to 20 years if convicted.
Jakhi Lodgson-McCray, suspected of burning 11 NYPD vehicles, surrendered to authorities and faces federal arson charges. His alleged act caused $800,000 in damages.
New York State is facing a prison staffing shortage, leading to a surge in overtime costs with $1.3 billion spent in 2024, according to a report by the State Comptroller's office.
Alexander Villafana, 22, of Cypress Hills, received a 10-year sentence after pleading guilty to second-degree attempted murder in a subway shooting that injured two people during evening rush hour.
Wilvyn Antonio Rosario Martinez, purported Trinitarios gang member, was arrested for allegedly distributing fentanyl and dealing in firearms and conversion devices.
Community & Society in ...
Fitgi Saint-Louis' "Aunties" sculpture collection in Harlem honors local women as leaders and nurturers with three 6.5-foot wooden figures, promoting visibility and kinship in the community.
A 79-year-old man received a 32-year-to-life prison sentence for sexually assaulting and strangling an 81-year-old woman.
Governor Kathy Hochul announced $1 million in grants for NY veterans' organizations for facility upgrades, confirming New York's commitment to veteran support.
Manhattan's DA announced a significant decrease in gun violence and overall violent crime, with a strategic approach incorporating aggressive enforcement, community partnerships, and investment in local initiatives.
Retail & Industry in ...
NYC Council is set to pass bills improving pay and conditions for grocery delivery workers, with a proposed $21.44 hourly rate for app-linked workers.
Juventino Anastacio-Florentino faces arraignment after a hit-and-run in Brooklyn killed two pedestrians. He's charged with manslaughter and leaving the scene.
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