New York City Invests $877K in Task Force to Eradicate Rats with Carbon Monoxide in Street Tree Beds
NYC has invested $877,000 in a task force to eradicate rats using carbon monoxide in tree beds, aiming for a significant kill rate. Critics argue for non-lethal control and proper waste management instead.
NYPD Seeks Suspect After Good Samaritans Stabbed While Escorting Woman in Brooklyn
NYPD seeks suspect for a violent assault in Brooklyn's 66th Precinct; a woman, followed by an unknown man, was escorted by two men, who were subsequently attacked.
NYPD Seeks Suspect in Violent Subway Robbery in Brooklyn's 73rd Precinct
NYPD is seeking a suspect for a robbery and assault at the Chauncey Street subway station in Brooklyn. The attack took place early on June 22, where the victim was slashed, punched, and robbed.
New York City Under Extreme Heat Warning as Temperatures Soar Across Boroughs
The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for New York City, with temperatures soaring to the high 90s and heat index values reaching over 100 degrees.
Palestinian Rights Activist Mahmoud Khalil Returns to New York After ICE Detention in Louisiana
Mahmoud Khalil, a former green card holder and Palestinian rights advocate, was released from ICE custody after over 100 days. He was detained for activities allegedly threatening U.S. foreign policy but is now back in NYC, continuing his advocacy.
Schenectady Gun Buyback Draws Large Turnout as 367 Firearms Collected Amid New York’s Ongoing Fight Against Gun Violence
The Schenectady gun buyback program, part of Attorney General Letitia James’s campaign, collected 367 firearms, contributing to over 9,500 guns reclaimed since 2019 to combat gun violence.












