Brooklyn 'Kazeem' Scammer Cops to Role in $50 Million Email Fraud Ring
A Chicago man pleaded guilty in Brooklyn to business email compromise and romance scams prosecutors say siphoned more than $50 million from victims. The plea names co‑conspirators and laundering methods tied to an illegal exchange operation.
Brooklyn Judge Corks U.K. Con Man With 10 Years For $97 Million Wine Scam
A U.K. national received a 10-year federal sentence after prosecutors said a Bordeaux Cellars scheme siphoned more than $97 million from investors. Restitution was postponed and $1M forfeiture ordered.
NYC Housing Bosses Forced To Fix 'Inaccessible' Buildings In Federal Showdown
A federal settlement will force retrofits at Chestnut Commons and compensate tenants harmed by inaccessible design. The deal includes penalties and a claims fund.
Signal Snafus Turn NYC Morning Rush Into Subway Nightmare
Signal failures and on‑station medical calls snarled multiple NYC subway lines during the April 20 morning rush, leaving commuters facing long waits and crowded platforms. Transit crews and emergency responders worked through the morning to restore service.
Old Dumbo Office Block Gutted As 175 Pearl Street Shoots Up 11 New Floors
Watermark Capital is converting 175 Pearl Street in DUMBO into a 19‑story building with nearly 200 homes and roughly 25% affordable units. Exterior recladding and interior gutting are underway.
Sticker Shock In Brooklyn Heights As 'Pee on Hamas' Hits Palestinian Bagel Shop
Staff at Olde Brooklyn Bagel Shoppe found a "Pee on Hamas" sticker on a side door and say security footage shows a man placing it; police are reviewing footage. The owner says the shop carries no political signage and felt targeted.
Staten Island Son Says Polly-O Stole His Family's Cheese Glory, Sues for $1.5 Billion
A Staten Island man says his father built the Brooklyn reputation behind Polly‑O and is seeking roughly $1.5 billion in a federal lawsuit over unpaid 'goodwill.'












