George Washington Bridge Traffic Jams After Crash on the Cross Bronx Expressway as Drivers Are Urged to Take Alternate Routes
A crash on the Cross Bronx Expressway caused significant delays on the George Washington Bridge, with traffic backed up to several major routes. Two people were hospitalized with minor injuries.
New York AG Letitia James Secures Historic Purdue Pharma Bankruptcy Approval, Sacklers to Pay $1.5B in Opioid Crisis Settlement
New York AG Letitia James secured approval for Purdue Pharma's bankruptcy plan, part of a $7.4 billion settlement addressing the opioid crisis and removing the Sackler family from the business.
New Report Highlights Educational Neglect for NYC Detained Youths, Advocates Demand Action
Report reveals NYC students in juvenile detention face major educational challenges and poor support, with high rates of disabilities and Black students. Transition processes are inadequate and legal requirements for special education often unmet.
Con Edison Tempers Rate Hikes for NYC and Westchester After Public Outcry
Con Edison will raise electric and gas rates in NY City and Westchester by 2.8% and 2%, down from proposed double-digit hikes, due to public and official opposition. Approval from the state Public Service Commission is pending.











