New York Attorney General Finds Insufficient Evidence to Disprove NYPD Justification in Fatal Shooting of Kent Edwards
The OSI report found insufficient evidence to disprove NYPD's justification for using deadly force in the shooting of Kent Edwards. The final report is pending.
15 Years Later, NYPD Revives Search for Missing Brooklyn Boy with Age-Progressed Image
NYPD renews attention to the 15-year-old case of missing Patrick Alford with an age-progressed image. He disappeared from Brooklyn in 2010 at age 7, identifiable by a scar over his left eyebrow.
Guilty Pleas Entered in 2022 East Harlem Fatal Shooting by Shaun McClam and Luis Roman
Two men plead guilty to the 2022 fatal shooting of Timothy Parker in East Harlem related to a drug dispute, resulting in expected sentences of 20 years-to-life and 13 years.
New York Man Indicted for Attempted Murder of Danish Tourist in Daylight Upper West Side Attack
Joshua Zinberg was indicted for attempted murder and assault after attacking a Danish tourist in New York City, causing severe lacerations. Officials cited the need for visitor safety and addressed the city's mental health service gaps.
Governor Hochul Proposes $252 Billion Budget for New York with Cell Phone Ban in Schools and Millionaire Tax Extension
Governor Hochul presents a $252 billion NY budget proposal focusing on education reform, a cellphone ban in schools, tax relief, and maintaining higher tax rates for millionaires.
South Bronx Community and Political Leaders Resist Adams Administration's Plan for New Migrant Shelter
The proposed 2,200-bed migrant shelter in the South Bronx faces opposition from the community and officials, citing concerns of burdening the area. Mayor Adams defends the plan as part of the city's crisis response.
New York City Confronts Self-Defense Dilemma Following Marine Veteran's Acquittal in Subway Chokehold Death
Daniel Penny's acquittal in the chokehold death of Jordan Neely has sparked NYC debates on self-defense, potentially influencing public behavior and highlighting the city's struggle with mental health issues.












