Federal Sweep in Brooklyn Nets Six in Illegal Gun Trafficking Crackdown Near Schools
Federal authorities arrested six people in Brooklyn for illegal firearms trafficking, including the sale of "ghost guns" and conversion devices near sensitive areas.
New York City Prepares for Possible Afternoon Thunderstorms with a Sunny Independence Day Still in the Forecast
NWS forecasts a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms with sunny highs near 91°F in NYC and a sunny Independence Day despite potential severe weather today.
Woman Charged with Assaulting NYPD Officers and Attempted Robbery in Times Square Pepper Spray Attack
Dana Baraket pepper-sprayed two NYPD officers in Times Square and tried to grab a gun; previously involved in an anti-Israel incident. She faces multiple charges.
Music Mogul Diddy Found Guilty of Mann Act Violations, Escapes Sex Trafficking Charge in Tense Brooklyn Trial
Diddy was acquitted of a top sex-crimes charge but found guilty of Mann Act violations involving transporting individuals for prostitution. He faces potential prison time.
Suffolk County Bolsters DWI Checkpoints Amid Rising Arrests in Long Island
Suffolk County increases DWI patrols and sobriety checkpoints due to a spike in arrests, aiming to curb impaired driving, particularly ahead of the July 4th weekend.
New York Officials and Constituents Express Alarm Over Potential Cuts to Medicaid and Food Assistance in Trump's Megabill
The House is considering Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act, raising concerns in Brooklyn over local healthcare and welfare. Rep. Torres and Gov. Hochul oppose the bill, which could cut Medicaid and cause an $8 billion shortfall for NY hospitals.
Two Men Injured in Early Morning Shooting Outside Harlem Gay Bar, NYPD Seeks Suspect
Two men were shot outside a Harlem gay bar and are expected to recover; the NYPD seeks a suspect, described as a man in his 20s or 30s, who fled in a black sedan. No arrests have been made.
Brooklyn Defender Services Takes Over Queens Legal Aid Amid Founders' Fraud Scandal
Brooklyn Defender Services has taken over representation for low-income defendants in Queens after Queens Defenders' founders pled not guilty to fraud. They inherit a $34 million contract and plan to manage around 16,000 annual cases.
Exonerated Brooklyn Man Seeks U.S. Return After Wrongful Conviction and Deportation
Brian Kendall, wrongfully convicted in Brooklyn and deported to Guyana, was cleared of charges and seeks to return to the U.S. His legal team argues his vacated conviction should not sustain his deportation.
Port Authority Bus Terminal in NYC Closed After Multi-Bus Collision, Commuters Face Delays and Diversions
A collision between multiple buses at NYC's Port Authority Bus Terminal led to closures and minor injuries, with commuters redirected to nearby stations.












