New York City's $115.9 Billion Budget Unanimously Passed, Aiming to Boost Public Safety, Affordability, and Quality of Life
Mayor Eric Adams announced NYC's $115.9 billion budget for FY 2026, emphasizing public safety, affordability, and quality of life improvements, including free child care and transport subsidies.
New Yorkers Face Possible Severe Thunderstorms Amid Sweltering Heatwave
New York faces a hot day with forecasted severe thunderstorms post 5 pm across boroughs, including Manhattan and Brooklyn, carrying a risk of flash flooding and damaging winds. Independence Day is expected to be sunny with cooler temperatures.
No Casualties After Gunfire Erupts in Midwood, Brooklyn Post Office during Attempted Robbery
An attempted robbery at a Brooklyn post office led to gunfire, but no injuries; the suspect fled on a moped. Police recovered ballistics and are investigating.
Record $10.6 Billion Healthcare Fraud Bust as Feds Charge 15 in Global Scam Targeting Medicare and Medicaid
The DOJ unraveled a $10.6 billion health care fraud case involving fifteen people exploiting U.S. health programs, with some defendants captured and assets seized.
FDNY Seizes $250K in Illegal Fireworks in Brooklyn as Everbright Trading Co. Owner Is Arrested
FDNY seized $250,000 worth of illegal fireworks in Brooklyn, arresting business owner Lisen Pan on multiple charges, including weapon possession and reckless endangerment.
New York City Celebrates 400 Years with 100,000 Free Tickets to Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular
NYC offers 100,000 free tickets for prime watching of the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks, launched from the Brooklyn Bridge and barges in the East River.
Richard Dale Sterritt Sentenced to 18 Years for $17 Million Investor Fraud in Brooklyn Federal Court
Richard Sterritt, Jr. admitted to a $17 million investment fraud and received an 18-year prison sentence in Brooklyn federal court. He hid his criminal past from investors and misused funds for luxury living. His co-defendants await sentencing.
New York Boroughs Brace for Mixed Weather as Sunny Spells and Storm Threats Loom
New York's boroughs anticipate mixed weather with chances of morning drizzle evolving to clearer skies and high temperatures, with possible showers and thunderstorms early in the coming week.
Brooklyn Fraud Scheme Ringleader Sentenced to 30 Months for Exploiting Homeless Individuals' Identities
Marc Lazarre was sentenced to 30 months in prison for wire fraud and identity theft using homeless individuals' personal information to claim unemployment benefits.
Brooklyn's Own Adam Sandler Returns to New York with "You're My Best Friend" Tour at Madison Square Garden
Adam Sandler is set to bring his "You're My Best Friend" tour to New York, with a performance at Madison Square Garden. He's also releasing a Netflix special and working on several film projects.
Double Shooting in Brooklyn's Canarsie Leaves One Dead and One Injured as Suspect Remains at Large
A young man was killed and another injured in a shooting in Canarsie, Brooklyn, with the police seeking the unknown gunman. The incident adds to the area's violence but shows a year-on-year decrease in shootings.












