NYC Battles ‘Ghost Car’ Epidemic as Mismatched Plates Contribute to Over $100M in Lost Revenue
New York City faces a surge in 'ghost cars' using fake plates, leading to traffic violations and lost revenue, with the Bronx being the worst affected borough.
Brooklyn Awaits a Cultural Spectacle with the West Indian Day Parade and J'Ouvert Celebrations
Brooklyn's West Indian Day Parade is set for Labor Day, featuring costumes, floats, and live music, with a focus on Caribbean heritage and community pride. The parade will be broadcast live, with no tickets required for the public event.
New Healthcare Plan Promises Premium-Free Coverage for NYC Workers with Potential $1 Billion Savings
New York City's Mayor Adams and Commissioner Campion advanced a new health plan, offering premium-free coverage and more providers nationwide, aiming for taxpayer savings and expanded benefits for 750,000 city workers and retirees.
Sunny Skies and Mild Temperatures to Highlight New York City's Labor Day Week
New York's forecast indicates sunny skies, mild temps, and a slight chance of showers, with no hazardous weather expected, allowing for pleasant outdoor Labor Day weekend activities.
Brooklyn Court Sentences Man to Six Months for Smuggling Egyptian Artifacts into the U.S.
Ashraf Omar Eldarir was sentenced to six months for smuggling Egyptian artifacts into the U.S., as stated by the Eastern District of New York's U.S. Attorney's Office.
Brooklyn Man's Wrongful Arrest Raises Alarm Over NYPD's Facial Recognition Tech Misuse
A wrongful arrest in Brooklyn, due to misidentification by NYPD's facial recognition technology, has sparked debate over its reliability and ethical use, leading to calls for a ban on the tech by the Legal Aid Society.
Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch Stir Up Laughs in "The Roses" in a Fresh Take on the Marital Spat Classic
Colman and Cumberbatch star in "The Roses," a British humor-infused remake of "The War of the Roses," directed by Jay Roach and scripted by Tony McNamara.
Off-Duty NYPD Officer Killed in Hit-and-Run on Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
An off-duty NYPD officer died in a hit-and-run motorcycle crash on the BQE. The truck driver fled, and the officer was pronounced dead at the hospital. No arrest has been made.
New York City Boosts Career Opportunities for Formerly Justice-Involved Citizens with Expanded CDL Training Program
New York City expands its CDL training program for former justice-involved individuals, providing job opportunities and addressing labor shortages. Mayor Adams highlights the economic and public safety benefits of the initiative.
New York City Welcomes Partly Sunny Skies and Mild Temps As Summer Fades Into September
New Yorkers can expect partly sunny skies and mild temperatures with highs around 78-79 degrees and lows in the mid-60s, with light winds shifting southward.
Divided Opinions Over $3 Billion Casino Proposal Highlight Coney Island's Public Hearing
Community members in Coney Island are divided over a $3 billion casino-resort proposal, with concerns about societal impact and neighborhood character, and supporters highlighting potential job creation.












