Manhattan DA and NY State Senator Introduce "CRYPTO" Act to Criminalize Unlicensed Crypto Operations in New York
New York officials propose the "CRYPTO" Act to criminalize unlicensed crypto operations, aiming to mitigate money laundering and other related crimes.
Gunfire Erupts Near Manhattan High School, No Injuries Reported as Police Search for Suspect in Chelsea
Gunfire erupted near a Manhattan high school, leading to a swift police lockdown. No injuries were reported despite found shell casings. The shooter fled the scene.
Armed Robbery at Manhattan Pokémon Card Store Leaves Community Shaken as Over $100K in Merchandise Stolen
The Poke Court, a Manhattan Pokemon card store, was robbed by three armed individuals during a community event, stealing over $100K in merchandise. No physical injuries occurred. Store owner contemplates increased security after the incident.
Manhattan D.A. Alvin Bragg Spearheads Crusade to Outlaw 3D-Printed 'Ghost Guns' Nationwide
Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg proposes a ban on 3D-printed guns in New York and the US, with regulations to prevent firearm printing on 3D printers, also targeting the distribution of digital firearm blueprints.
NYPD Seeks Public's Help to Identify Suspect in Manhattan Grand Larcenies Affecting Disabled Victims
NYPD seeks help to identify a suspect in a series of thefts targeting the disabled in Manhattan, with incidents on December 31, 2025, and January 1 and 9, 2026.
Manhattan DA Indicts James Rizzo on Charges Including Assault and Sexual Abuse in Unprovoked Attacks
Manhattan DA Alvin L. Bragg, Jr. indicts James Rizzo for two unprovoked attacks on women, announcing charges including Assault and Sexual Abuse. Rizzo has prior convictions and faces further charges related to burglaries and assaults.
Manhattan Man Sentenced to 18 Years for Manslaughter of Special-Needs Teen Cousin
Mitchaux Booker was sentenced to 18 years in prison for the manslaughter of his cousin Jallen McConnie, concluding the case with other family members already convicted.
53-Year-Old Man Indicted for Criminally Negligent Homicide in Lower East Side Fatal Hit-and-Run
Julio Cachago is indicted for a fatal hit-and-run in Manhattan, where he fatally struck 76-year-old Yong Li and left the scene without reporting it immediately.
Manhattan DA Indicts Jonathan Bean on Charges of Sexually Abusing a 16-Year-Old Boy
Jonathan Bean was indicted by the Manhattan DA for sexually abusing and patronizing a 16-year-old boy, facing multiple counts. The case was a result of specialized efforts by the Human Trafficking Unit.
Manhattan DA and MTA Inspector General Indict HVAC Contractor and Executives for $339K Wage Theft
Manhattan DA and MTA IG indicted HVAC firm ROCCO MECHANICAL and its executives for alleged $339k wage theft, involving enforced cash kickbacks from workers' paychecks.
Former NYC Public Housing Liaison Anthony Herbert Indicted on Bribery and Fraud Charges
Ex-NYC official Anthony Herbert indicted for bribery, fraud spanning from 2022 to 2025 involving pay-to-play schemes and a fraudulent loan application.
Venezuelan Drug Lord Carlos Orense Azocar Slammed with Life Plus 30 in New York's Historic Blow to Cocaine Empire
Carlos Orense Azocar received a life sentence plus 30 years for major cocaine trafficking from Venezuela to the U.S., a case marked by political corruption.












