69-Year-Old Woman Suffers Fractured Elbow in Central Park Assault, NYPD Seeks Two Young Suspects
A 69-year-old woman sustained a fractured elbow after being attacked by two young males in Central Park. Police seek public assistance to identify the suspects.
New York City Officials Announce Historic Decline in Murders and Shootings for 2025
NYC officials report a significant reduction in gun violence and overall crime in 2025, with a record-low number of shootings and declines in murders, robberies, and grand theft auto.
Venezuelan Leader Nicolás Maduro and Wife Cilia Flores Behind Bars in Notorious Brooklyn's MDC Amid Drug Trafficking Charges
Venezuelan President Maduro and his wife are detained at the MDC in Brooklyn, New York, facing federal charges amid the jail's notorious conditions and history of high-profile detainees.
Seven Injured, Including Two Firefighters, in Brooklyn Heights Brownstone Fire as FDNY Responds with 21 Units
A fire in a Brooklyn Heights brownstone injured seven, including two firefighters; it was contained within an hour. Firefighters rescued three people; the cause is under investigation.
Five-Alarm Blaze in Queens Injures Six and Displaces Dozens, FDNY Responds to Residential Building Fire on Madison Street
A five-alarm fire injured six and damaged a Queens residential building, causing a roof collapse and evacuations. Over 270 personnel responded; no lives were lost. The Red Cross aids displaced families.
Stolen Baby Jesus Statue Returned to Hauppauge Nativity Scene as Suffolk Officials Confirm No Arrests
A stolen Baby Jesus statue from a Nativity scene in Hauppauge, NY, has been returned. Officials had appealed for its return, and despite its absence, no arrests have been made, with authorities offering amnesty. The theft's motives are still unclear.
Ex-Venezuelan Leader Maduro and Wife Plead Not Guilty in New York Drug Trafficking Case Amid Courtroom Protests
Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores pleaded not guilty to U.S. charges of drug trafficking and weapons in New York after being seized by a U.S.-ordered invasion into Venezuela.
Maduro and Wife Charged in Manhattan Over Long-Running Drug Conspiracy
Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores made their initial court appearances in Manhattan following their capture by U.S. forces, facing charges related to a long-term conspiracy with narcoterrorists.
6-Year-Old Girl and 90-Year-Old Man Die Following Staten Island Traffic Collision
A 6-year-old girl and a 90-year-old man died after a crash on Staten Island; the NYPD is investigating. No arrests have been made. A GoFundMe has been set up for the girl's family.
Five-Alarm Fire in Bronx Injures Three and Displaces Residents
A five-alarm fire in a Bronx building injured three, including two firefighters. Over 250 FDNY workers responded, with the fire under control by 7:15 a.m. Displaced residents received shelter, and the cause of the fire is under investigation.
Chinatown Man Charged with Second-Degree Murder of Mother After Early Release from NY Drug Treatment Program
Wei Hou, accused of murdering his mother Zhu Hou in NYC, was previously enrolled in a drug treatment program instead of serving a full prison sentence. His early release and mental health issues lead to scrutiny of the correctional system.












