Bronx and Brooklyn Drivers Face Fines for Blocking Bus Lanes as Camera Enforcement Goes Live
Bronx and Brooklyn drivers blocking bus lanes now face fines, with cameras enforcing $50-$250 penalties for repeated infractions to improve bus speeds and reduce collisions.
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.
New York’s Discontinued MetroCards Emerge as Valuable Collectibles on Resale Market
New York City's discontinued MetroCards have become collectibles, with prices on online marketplaces like eBay ranging from $6 to $5,000, reflecting the high demand for these nostalgic items.
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.
Manhattan's Congestion Pricing Cuts Traffic by 11%, Boosts MTA Revenue in First Year Success
The report highlights the success of Manhattan's congestion pricing, noting a decrease in vehicles, improved bus speeds, reduced air pollution, increased revenue, and growing public transit use after one year.
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.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani Takes Aim at Deceptive Pricing with Executive Orders to Eliminate "Junk Fees" and Subscription Traps
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani signed executive orders to combat hidden "junk fees" and deceptive subscription practices, aiming to increase consumer protection and affordability in the city.












