An 18-year-old was beaten and robbed near 8th Avenue and 66th Street in Dyker Heights; police say about 15 teens showed knives and fled. Detectives are reviewing surveillance and asking the public for tips.

Joby Aviation is reported to hold invitation-only eVTOL demo flights from Manhattan's West 30th Street Heliport April 27–30. The tests follow the company's recent Bay Area demonstrations.

Police released a wanted alert after a firearm was discharged outside 143 Morningside Avenue on April 1. Crime Stoppers is seeking tips and may offer a reward.

A cat found on LIRR tracks between Lindenhurst and Babylon was safely removed and rescued Monday after apparently being struck by a train. Local rescuers were on the scene.

A 52-year-old man died after his SUV was found in the median on Deer Park Avenue; detectives say a medical event may have led to the crash.

A Hunts Point mother says mold has plagued her apartment for months; an inspection reportedly found elevated mold in vents and HPD says it is investigating.

The 2026 WNBA draft ushered rookies into a reworked league: bigger rookie pay, charter travel and recognition for veterans who built the game.

Neighbors say Brighton Beach’s boardwalk is pocked with broken planks and holes. Crews will replace boards section by section while a $1B reconstruction is planned.

A fifth-floor apartment fire at 538 Claremont Parkway left one person injured Sunday; firefighters rescued a trapped resident as crews battled heavy smoke.

A Citi Bike‑branded van struck two pedestrians in Marble Hill; a 71‑year‑old woman is in critical condition and police are investigating.

Three teens were robbed at knifepoint in Sunset Park; police say two suspects took $60 and an electric scooter in front of 823 59th St. The victims were unhurt.

Scottie Barnes posted a triple-double as the Raptors thumped the Nets 136-101 to clinch their first playoff berth in four seasons.

Rep. Mike Lawler told CNN he backed striking Iran’s energy and civilian infrastructure — not the annihilation of a people — as the president’s apocalyptic post set off legal and political alarm.