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Crime & Emergencies in ...
A 14-year-old was shot in the left leg in Soundview early Wednesday; police cordoned off Rosedale Avenue and collected shell casings while the victim was taken to Jacobi.
A man was indicted Tuesday after prosecutors say he fatally shot a Huntington Station resident behind One Stop Deli; the suspect was arrested in Alabama and extradited back to New York.
Two elderly men were pepper‑sprayed during an assault on Jamaica Avenue Tuesday morning. NYPD Crime Stoppers is asking for video and tips.
NYPD Crime Stoppers is seeking tips after a 66-year-old woman was punched aboard a northbound 6 train at 138th Street; a reward is being offered.
Health & Lifestyle in ...
An unvaccinated child under 5 tested positive for measles in Nassau County — the county's first case since 2024. Contact tracing is underway and public-health teams are urging vaccination.
Sports in ...
Queens native Tina Charles announced her retirement on Tuesday after 14 WNBA seasons. She leaves as the league’s all-time rebound and field-goal leader and an MVP.
Arts & Culture in ...
A prized Gelman trove — including works by Frida Kahlo — has been placed under Banco Santander's management after a reported sale. The move has sparked protests in Mexico and fresh scrutiny of a New York curator's role.
Community & Society in ...
Tenants at Melrose Houses pressed for an expanded ombudsperson call center to speed mold and leak repairs across NYCHA buildings. Organizers want funding and outreach.
Mount Sinai returned to roughly break-even in 2025 after a steep 2024 loss, helped by pharmacy revenue and cost moves including the Beth Israel closure.
CompStat shows a sharp jump in stolen vehicles on Staten Island; borough leaders are pushing for more NYPD patrols, license‑plate readers and legal fixes.
Swastikas were spray‑painted on multiple synagogues and private homes in Queens, prompting an NYPD investigation and visits from local officials.
The NYPD 107th Precinct warns Flushing residents about scammers swapping real jewelry for fakes and urges seniors to keep valuables hidden and report tips.
John Sterling, the longtime radio voice of the New York Yankees, has died at 87. Fans and broadcasters are remembering his signature calls and decades‑long career.
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