Port Authority Chief Rick Cotton to Retire in 2026 After Revamping NYC Transportation Infrastructure
Rick Cotton, Executive Director of the Port Authority of NY and NJ, will retire in January 2026. He led significant infrastructure projects, including the $8 billion LaGuardia rebuild.
Bon Appétit to Open New Restaurant and Market at JFK Airport as Part of Brand Expansion
Bon Appétit is launching a restaurant and market at JFK's Terminal One, introducing an AI kitchen assistant, and starting a "Gear of the Year Awards" for kitchen products under its new Editor-in-Chief's expansion strategy.
200 Firefighters Battle Blaze at Franklin Square Bagel Shop as Adjacent Ice Shop Sustains Damage
A fire broke out in a Franklin Square bagel shop on Long Island, spreading to a neighboring ice shop, requiring about 200 firefighters to control. No injuries were reported, and the cause is under investigation.
Tragic Queens House Fire Claims Life of Beloved 95-Year-Old Joyce Buncom, Family Members Critically Injured in St. Albans Blaze
A fire in Queens resulted in the death of 95-year-old Joyce Buncom and critical injuries to her family. Causes remain under investigation, possibly a boiler explosion.
New York City Braces for Mixed Weather Through Thanksgiving with Clouds, Rain Chances, and Sunny Skies Ahead
New York City is predicted to have a mix of cloudy and sunny days with chances of rain leading up to Thanksgiving, with cooler temperatures expected but no significant weather hazards.
New York City Week Ahead Includes Mostly Sunny Days, Rain Chances, and Breezy Thanksgiving Forecast
New York City's weather this week will see sunny days, possible mid-week rain, and breezy conditions, remaining calm for Thanksgiving and the weekend.
Man Charged with Assault After Alleged Subway Slashings at Queens' Union Turnpike-Kew Gardens Station
Tyquan Manassa is charged with assault after two slashings on a Queens subway platform, causing facial injuries to two men. He was already in custody for unrelated crimes when linked to the subway attacks.
Jackson Heights Tenants Sue Landlord A&E Real Estate Over Hazardous Living Conditions
Tenants at La Mesa Verde in Jackson Heights sue A&E Real Estate over poor living conditions, including rodent infestation and broken elevators. A&E has addressed some violations but faces ongoing legal action and allegations of neglect.
Glendale Man Receives 24-Year Sentence for Murdering Girlfriend in Maspeth Tavern
A Glendale man has been sentenced to 24 years in prison for fatally stabbing his girlfriend inside a Maspeth tavern. The case drew significant attention as details of the violent incident emerged during the trial.
Accused Queens Serial Thief Freddy Arias Zapata Extradited to Face Additional Bail Jumping Charges
Freddy Arias Zapata, accused of a series of thefts, was extradited back to Queens to face new charges, including bail jumping. With 14 open cases, he’s accused of stealing luxury items from vehicles and faces significant jail time if convicted.












