Bronx DA Calls for Reform Amid Teen Violence Surge as State Officials Debate the Future of the Raise the Age Law
Bronx DA Darcel Clark calls for reforms to handle teen violence and reevaluate the Raise the Age Law, amidst no current plans from Governor Hochul to amend the statute, while discussions on funding changes continue.
Queens Judge Shuts Down Bid To Toss Chanel Lewis Howard Beach Murder Conviction
A Queens judge denied a motion to vacate Chanel Lewis' 2019 conviction in the 2016 Howard Beach killing; the defense says it will appeal. The ruling keeps the life sentence in place while questions about DNA phenotyping persist.
Masked Robbery Scare On Candlewood Road Closes Fairfield Schools
An early‑morning armed robbery and possible home invasion on Candlewood Road prompted a shelter‑in‑place and closed three Fairfield schools as police searched the neighborhood. Authorities say suspects were detained and there were no injuries reported.











