MTA's Sting Operations Target Toll Evasion, Mixed Results for NYC's Congestion Pricing Initiative
New York City's congestion pricing system has had mixed results, with tolling evasions tackled by sting operations and varied commute times, stirring support and opposition among commuters and officials.
'Boss of the Beach' Retires, NYC Lifeguard Union Head Steps Down Ahead of Disciplinary Trial
Peter Stein, head of the lifeguard supervisors' union Local 508, retired before a disciplinary trial. He was accused of improper leadership and fostering dysfunction that contributed to NYC staffing shortages at swimming pools.
Brooklyn Woman, Survivor of Nazi Occupation and Chernobyl, Tragically Killed in Bensonhurst Traffic Accident
A 95-year-old Brooklyn woman, Mayya Gil, was killed by a van while crossing the street. She had survived the Nazi occupation, Chernobyl, and COVID-19. The driver was not charged. Gil was a respected member of the Jewish community in Bensonhurst.
Guy Fieri Spices Up Times Square with New Chicken Guy! Franchise, Celebrates Central NY's Pastabilities on Food Network
Guy Fieri is opening his Chicken Guy! franchise in NYC's Times Square, offering sandwiches and a variety of sauces. He's also returning to Syracuse to feature Pastabilities on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.
Brooklyn Tragedy, Son Charged with Murder After Allegedly Stabbing Mother 13 Times in East Flatbush
A Brooklyn man is charged with murdering his mother, stabbing her 13 times after previous domestic disputes. Neighbors intervened during the attack; the suspect is held without bail.
New York's Drugged Driving Law Under Scrutiny as Victims and Police Decry Decades-Old Loophole
A New York legal loophole makes it hard to prosecute impaired drivers without identifying the specific drug used, hindering justice and safety efforts.
Brooklyn's Israeli Restaurant Miriam Defaced with Antisemitic Graffiti Ahead of Holocaust Remembrance Day
An Israeli restaurant in Brooklyn was vandalized with anti-Israel and antisemitic graffiti; NYPD's Hate Crimes Task Force is investigating the incident.
NYPD Seeks Public's Assistance in Identifying Suspects in Brooklyn Robbery Involving Teens
NYPD seeks two suspects for a robbery on January 25th at 202 Flatbush Avenue, involving two 14-year-old victims. A reward is offered for helpful information.
Brooklyn Parents Rally Against Impending Closure of Local Daycare Centers Amid Fiscal Struggles
Parents and staff protested the planned closures of childcare centers in Brooklyn and Queens due to city cited low enrollment and budget constraints; centers are also battling for overdue funds from the city.
Brooklyn's Greenpoint to Welcome Diamond Slice Pizzeria in Former Park Deli Location
Diamond Slice, formerly After Hours Pizza, is set to open in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, offering a slice-based service in contrast to nearby pizzerias. The menu includes unique pizza toppings, with plans for focaccia sandwiches and salads.
New York City's Five-Day No-Shooting Streak Breaks After First in 30 Years
NYC experienced a five-day span without shootings, the first in 30 years, but the streak ended with two new victims in Brooklyn and the Bronx, amidst fluctuating citywide shooting statistics.












