Schenectady Man Sentenced to 10 Years for Firearms Offense and Targeting Albany Synagogue in Hate Crime
Mufid Fawaz Alkhader was sentenced to 10 years for firearm and religious hate crimes involving a synagogue in Schenectady, NY. He pleaded guilty and was convicted for a straw purchase of a shotgun and intimidation at Temple Israel.
NY Governor Hochul Announces $53 Million Investment in State Swimming Facilities to Promote Outdoor Activities and Beat the Heat
Governor Kathy Hochul announces a $53 million investment in New York's swimming facilities to increase access, especially in underserved areas, and provide relief from the heat.
New Yorkers Warned of Rising Fake Ticket Scams for Bad Bunny Concerts in San Juan, Says Attorney General
New York Attorney General Letitia James warns of fake Bad Bunny concert ticket scams, offering advice to avoid being duped and reminding buyers to verify tickets before purchase.
New York City Launches 13 New Clubhouses to Support Residents with Severe Mental Illness
NYC is opening 13 new clubhouses to support residents with severe mental illness, backed by a $30 million investment, as part of Mayor Eric Adams' initiative to enhance access to care.
Corona Man Charged with Solicitation of a Minor in Queens, Faces Child Endangerment Allegations
Ali Hamed of Corona, charged with soliciting a minor for sex, offered money to a 14-year-old. The Queens DA's Office announced his indictment with the possibility of one to four years in prison.
Crypto Kingpin Do Kwon Admits to Mega-Fraud and Faces 25 Years Behind Bars as Terra's House of Cards Collapses
Do Kwon pleaded guilty to fraud related to the collapse of Terraform Labs' digital assets, facing a potential 25-year sentence and a $19 million forfeiture.
New York City Braces for Week of Sun and Storms as National Weather Service Says No Severe Weather Is Expected
New York's forecast includes sunny skies and potential thunderstorms, with varying chances of precipitation in the five boroughs. Temperatures could reach the high 90s, and while no severe weather is expected, the outlook remains unpredictable.












