Music Mogul Diddy Dodges Federal Sex Trafficking Rap, But Nailed for Mann Act Violations Amid Survivor Outcry
Diddy was acquitted of sex trafficking charges but found guilty on Mann Act counts. Critics say the verdict could deter abuse survivors from coming forward.
Massive Hack Rocks Columbia University as Over 2.5 Million Personal Records Are Breached in Politically Charged Cyber Onslaught
Columbia University was hit by a cyberattack, causing data breaches and network outages, with sensitive information of 2.5 million individuals compromised, amid political motivations linked to affirmative action documents.
New York City Voters to Decide on Empowering Borough Presidents with Veto Power Over City Council Land-Use Decisions
NYC voters in November could decide on ballot proposals that might increase boro presidents' power, enabling them to challenge City Council decisions on land-use, according to the Charter Revision Commission.
New York Invests Over $36 Million in County Infrastructure to Boost Housing and Economic Growth
Governor Kathy Hochul announces over $36 million in funding for 48 projects in New York to modernize infrastructure and support housing through the County Infrastructure Grant Program.
New York City's Asylum Seeker Arrival Center at The Roosevelt Hotel to Shut Down, Mayor Adams Recognizes Historic Migrant Support Efforts
NYC Mayor Eric Adams announced the closure of the Asylum Seeker Arrival Center at The Roosevelt Hotel as the city adapts to fewer arrivals and integrates services with existing infrastructure.
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.
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.
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.
Manhattan D.A. Secures $170K Restitution for Victims in Construction Wage Theft Case as George Cole Is Sentenced to Jail
George Cole and COLE NYC LLC were sentenced for wage theft, with Cole getting six months in jail, five years of probation, and orders to pay $170,000 in restitution. The scheme involved underpaying workers, forgeries, and lapsed insurance.
Accused Rapist and Fugitive Francisco Caminero Extradited from Dominican Republic to Face Justice in Manhattan
Francisco Caminero has been extradited from the Dominican Republic to face charges including rape, assault, drug possession, and bail jumping in connection with a 2018 case.












