New York City's Proposed Hike in Housing Voucher Contributions Sparks Concern Amidst Rising Homelessness
NYC proposes changes to the CityFHEPS voucher system, increasing the rent contribution from 30% to 40% after six years. Mayor Adams won't commit to a rent freeze, while critics fear the voucher changes could worsen homelessness.
New York Prison Scandal Unfolds as Inmate Death in Infirmary Exposes Violent Abuse and Body Cams Reveal Officers’ Misconduct
Body camera footage has revealed a pattern of violence in New York prisons, including an incident where inmate Robert Brooks was fatally beaten. Reforms and accountability measures are being discussed to address these systemic issues.
Mayor Eric Adams Announces Record $5 Billion Upfront Payments to Support NYC Nonprofits in 2026
NYC Mayor Eric Adams has announced that the city will provide $5 billion in advance payments to nonprofits for fiscal year 2026, doubling the previous year's figure to support services for needy populations.
"Route Boys" Ringleader Jason Liriano Sentenced to 22 Years for Drug Trafficking and Firearms in Central Islip Court
Jason Liriano of the Route Boys gang was sentenced to 22 years in prison for drug trafficking and firearms offenses by a federal court in Central Islip.
Checkmate for Fraudsters as Foursome Is Indicted in New York Over $53 Million Mail Check Heist
Four men have been charged in a $53 million check fraud scheme involving bank fraud, wire fraud, and identity theft. Two are in custody; two remain at large. They allegedly forged checks from the U.S. Mail and sold them to others.
Sunny Skies and Mild Temperatures Set to Grace New York City Boroughs Today
New York City forecasts mild conditions with sunny skies and temperatures in the low 70s, turning chillier at night. Rain chances increase later in the week with no current hazardous weather expected.
FDNY Extinguishes Early Morning Blaze at Harlem's Teachers College Community School and Reports No Injuries
A fire broke out in the basement of Harlem's Teachers College Community School early Tuesday morning, with no injuries reported. Firefighters contained it swiftly.
Brooklyn's Prospect Park Alliance Fights to Save Century-Old Elms from Dutch Elm Disease
Prospect Park's century-old elms battle Dutch elm disease, with three lost despite efforts by the Prospect Park Alliance to inoculate and preserve them. The Alliance also combats Beech Leaf Disease and adapts to environmental challenges.
Sex Trafficking Kingpin "Saiint" Pleads Guilty as Manhattan DA Cracks Down on Multi-State Operation
Jonathan Ruiz pleaded guilty to sex and labor trafficking charges, his accomplice Alvarez also pleaded guilty; coercion across six states is reported.












