Luchese Capo Gets 21 Months for $35M 'Rhino Sports' Gambling Empire, Charged in Brooklyn for Mob Racketeering
Luchese crime family captain Anthony Villani received a 21-month prison sentence for racketeering, money laundering, and illegal gambling, with a $4 million forfeiture. His operation, Rhino Sports, made at least $35 million illicitly.
NYC Braces for Wet Week as Showers and Thunderstorms Are Forecasted Across Boroughs
NYC faces a wet end to the week, with showers and thunderstorms expected across all boroughs and high temps in the low 80s. Precipitation chances peak at 60% during the day, decreasing at night. No severe weather is forecasted.
90-Year-Old Man Fatally Struck by Hit-and-Run Moped in Brooklyn as NYPD Seeks Information
A 90-year-old man, Zhuo Xie, was killed by a moped in Brooklyn while crossing the street; the moped rider fled the scene, and the police are investigating the hit-and-run.
NYC Mayoral Candidate Zohran Mamdani Bridges Ideological Gap, Winning Over Asian American Trump Supporters Amid Smear Claims
NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani has unexpected support from Asian American Trump voters and faces a potential smear campaign by the NYT over college application details.
NYPD Hunts for Quartet Suspected in $300K Brooklyn Clothing Heist
Four suspects are sought by the NYPD for a Brooklyn burglary, during which $300,000 worth of clothing was stolen from a store on Kent Avenue. A white Range Rover was used in their escape.
Mixed Weather Ahead for NYC as Sun, Showers, and Thunderstorms Are Forecasted Across Five Boroughs
Mixed weather is expected in NYC with sun, storms, and varying chances of rain across its boroughs. Highs may reach the low 90s, with cooler nights in the 70s.
NYC Transit Turmoil as MTA Defends Itself Against DOT Accusations of Weak Crime Strategy During Congestion Pricing Dispute
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy criticizes the MTA over handling subway crimes, while the MTA disputes his claims and highlights the success of congestion pricing. Both parties argue about safety and revenue amidst legal tensions.
NYPD Seeks Public’s Help in Identifying Suspect in Brooklyn Subway Grand Larceny Case
Police are seeking a suspect in a grand larceny on a Brooklyn subway platform, where a 68-year-old's bag was stolen. They request public assistance through NYPD Crimestoppers.
New York City Sees Surge in Maternal Health Support as Over 3,200 Are Served by Citywide Doula Initiative Under Mayor Adams
NYC Mayor Adams' Citywide Doula Initiative served over 3,200 individuals and attended over 2,300 births in 2024, significantly aiding maternal health, particularly among Black, non-Hispanic women.












