Sunday, May 19 2013 10:57 PM EDT2013-05-20 02:57:40 GMT
The federal judge presiding over civil rights challenges to the stop-and-frisk practices of the New York Police Department has no doubt where she stands with the government.
The federal judge presiding over civil rights challenges to the stop-and-frisk practices of the New York Police Department has no doubt where she stands with the government.
Friday, May 17 2013 5:54 PM EDT2013-05-17 21:54:45 GMT
The big game will be played in New Jersey but the big party will be in New York City. Organizers call it "Super Bowl Boulevard."
The big game will be played in New Jersey but the big party will be in New York City. Organizers call it "Super Bowl Boulevard": it will stretch from 44th Street on Broadway all the way to 34th Street.
Friday, May 17 2013 8:21 AM EDT2013-05-17 12:21:42 GMT
A new photo exhibit at an art gallery in Chelsea is drawing the ire of residents who are the artist's subjects, unknowingly.
A new photo exhibit at an art gallery in Chelsea is drawing the ire of residents who are the artist's subjects, unknowingly. The artist, Arne Svenson, is reportedly taking the photos through their TriBeCa building windows. In some photos, the residents are bending over, sleeping and cleaning.
Thursday, May 16 2013 6:06 PM EDT2013-05-16 22:06:34 GMT
A smuggling ring that made a fortune selling more than a million cartons of untaxed cigarettes in New York may have funneled some of the illicit proceeds to terrorist groups, authorities said.
A smuggling ring that made a fortune selling more than a million cartons of untaxed cigarettes in New York may have funneled some of the illicit proceeds to terrorist groups, authorities said.
Thursday, May 16 2013 1:36 PM EDT2013-05-16 17:36:00 GMT
A water taxi struck a dock at Pier A and Battery Park Place in Manhattan on Thursday, according to FDNY officials. Two people suffered minor injuries. They refused medical attention.
A water taxi struck a dock at Pier A and Battery Park Place in Manhattan on Thursday, according to FDNY officials. Two people suffered minor injuries. They refused medical attention.
Thursday, May 16 2013 1:17 PM EDT2013-05-16 17:17:42 GMT
Several New York lawmakers are sounding the alarm about security and safety lapses at day care centers across New York City.
Several New York lawmakers are sounding the alarm about security and safety lapses at day care centers across New York City. In a report released Thursday, dozens of daycares cited by the Dept. of Health for serious and critical health code violations since 2010, have not fixed the problems and continue to operate without penalty.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 11:08 PM EDT2013-05-16 03:08:35 GMT
A judge in Manhattan put the brakes on the so-called Taxi of Tomorrow because the Nissan-built minivan does not come in a hybrid version -- a violation of the city code.
A judge in Manhattan put the brakes on the so-called Taxi of Tomorrow because the Nissan-built minivan does not come in a hybrid version -- a violation of the city code.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 3:45 PM EDT2013-05-15 19:45:38 GMT
The NYPD says they've narrowed their search to one suspect in a cold case involving a drama student.
The NYPD says they've narrowed their search to one suspect in a cold case involving a drama student. Detective Mark Tebbens says police are conducting DNA testing on a new piece of evidence to determine if it links a New England man to the 2004 murder of Sarah Fox.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 2:48 PM EDT2013-05-15 18:48:01 GMT
A judge has declined to throw out a murder case against a man charged decades after an infamous 1979 child disappearance in New York City.
A judge has declined to throw out a murder case against a man charged decades after an infamous 1979 child disappearance in New York City. The ruling came Wednesday in the case against Pedro Hernandez of Maple Shade, N.J.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 10:48 PM EDT2013-05-15 02:48:38 GMT
It's been said that dogs do speak, but only to those who listen. So when I heard there was someone who could possibly listen to my dog Oslo, I had to see and hear for myself, though, admittedly, I was
It's been said that dogs do speak, but only to those who listen. So when I heard there was someone who could possibly listen to my dog Oslo, I had to see and hear for myself, though, admittedly, I was
Tuesday, May 14 2013 10:09 PM EDT2013-05-15 02:09:13 GMT
It is not every day that a prince shows up to play a little baseball in Harlem, but that's exactly what happened Tuesday afternoon as Britain's Prince Harry continued his visit in the United States.
It is not every day that a prince shows up to play a little baseball in Harlem, but that's exactly what happened Tuesday afternoon as Britain's Prince Harry continued his visit in the United States.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 9:54 PM EDT2013-05-15 01:54:43 GMT
The FDNY must subject itself to court supervision for five years to ensure it does not discriminate against blacks and Hispanics in its hiring practices, a federal appeals court said.
The FDNY must subject itself to court supervision for five years to ensure it does not discriminate against blacks and Hispanics in its hiring practices, a federal appeals court said.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 7:39 PM EDT2013-05-14 23:39:26 GMT
Almost a decade has passed since a Juilliard student was killed after going out for a jog in Inwood Hill Park. The case was never solved, but police continue to work the case and hope they are a step
Almost a decade has passed since a Juilliard student was killed after going out for a jog in Inwood Hill Park. The case was never solved, but police continue to work the case and hope they are a step
Tuesday, May 14 2013 3:59 PM EDT2013-05-14 19:59:22 GMT
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The tree-killing Asian longhorned beetle has been eradicated from Manhattan and Staten Island, but remains a problem in Brooklyn, Queens, and parts of Long Island.
The tree-killing Asian longhorned beetle has been eradicated from Manhattan and Staten Island, but remains a problem in Brooklyn, Queens, and parts of Long Island, according to state agriculture officials.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 3:18 PM EDT2013-05-14 19:18:16 GMT
Great Britain's Prince Harry visited several towns along the Jersey Shore that were devastated by superstorm Sandy.
Great Britain's Prince Harry visited several towns along the Jersey Shore that were devastated by superstorm Sandy. The prince began the tour Tuesday morning with a stop in Mantoloking with Gov. Chris Christie followed by a visit to Seaside Heights.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 8:11 AM EDT2013-05-14 12:11:55 GMT
Now that the top of the spire which sits on 1 World Trade Center is in place, the Port Authority is letting the public see the view from nearly 1,776 feet up.
Now that the top of the spire which sits on 1 World Trade Center is in place, the Port Authority is letting the public see the view from nearly 1,776 feet up.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 7:59 AM EDT2013-05-14 11:59:08 GMT
Fox 5 News looked at two years of inspection reports at both public and private schools, from kindergarten through high school, and found some of the schools with the most critical violations.
Fox 5 News looked at two years of inspection reports at both public and private schools, from kindergarten through high school, and found some of the schools with the most critical violations. We also pinpointed some school cafeterias with ongoing health code issues.
Monday, May 13 2013 6:48 PM EDT2013-05-13 22:48:44 GMT
The Citi Bike bicycle share program funded by Citibank and run by the city starts May 2, 2013, Memorial Day. 250 CitiBike stations have been plopped down in Manhattan south of 60th Street and in Brooklyn.
The Citi Bike bicycle share program funded by Citibank and run by the city starts May 2, 2013, Memorial Day. 250 CitiBike stations have been plopped down in Manhattan south of 60th Street and in Brooklyn.
Monday, May 13 2013 5:58 PM EDT2013-05-13 21:58:49 GMT
The number of smartphone thefts is up in New York State, and the state's attorney general wants manufacturers to help stop more crimes.
The number of smartphone thefts is up in New York State, and the state's attorney general wants manufacturers to help stop more crimes. The theft of Apple devices or 'Apple picking' alone rose 40 percent between 2011 and 2012.
Monday, May 13 2013 8:08 AM EDT2013-05-13 12:08:47 GMT
Amtrak is preparing to roll out the first of 70 new locomotives it says will offer better safety, reliability and performance than its current aging fleet.
Amtrak is preparing to roll out the first of 70 new locomotives it says will offer better safety, reliability and performance than its current aging fleet.
Friday, May 10 2013 5:01 PM EDT2013-05-10 21:01:50 GMT
Port Authority cops arrested two men in connection with the brutal beating of two gay men on the West Side of Manhattan Friday morning, an official said.
Port Authority cops arrested two men in connection with the brutal beating of two gay men on the West Side of Manhattan Friday morning, an official said.
Friday, May 10 2013 6:34 AM EDT2013-05-10 10:34:55 GMT
Federal prosecutors say a gang of cyber-criminals stole $45 million by hacking their way into a database of prepaid debit cards. Seven people are under arrest in the case.
Federal prosecutors say a gang of cyber-criminals stole $45 million by hacking their way into a database of prepaid debit cards. Seven people are under arrest in the case, which involved thousands of thefts from ATMs in 26 countries and NYC.
Thursday, May 9 2013 12:21 PM EDT2013-05-09 16:21:25 GMT
New York City has set a date for starting its bike-sharing program -- Memorial Day.
New York City has set a date for starting its bike-sharing program -- Memorial Day. The program will start with 6,000 bikes at 330 stations in Manhattan and parts of Brooklyn. There are plans to expand it eventually to 10,000 bikes and 600 docking stations in Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens.
Wednesday, May 8 2013 4:45 PM EDT2013-05-08 20:45:02 GMT
Tickets are now available to visit the Statue of Liberty, which will reopen July 4, 2013, upon completion of repairs to infrastructure damage caused by Superstorm Sandy.
Tickets are now available to visit the Statue of Liberty, which will reopen July 4, 2013, upon completion of repairs to infrastructure damage caused by Superstorm Sandy.
Tuesday, May 7 2013 8:36 AM EDT2013-05-07 12:36:58 GMT
If there is a glitch while refilling your MetroCard using cash, the machine keeps the cash and gives you a receipt instead. That's a potential headache for subway riders.
If there is a glitch while refilling your MetroCard using cash, the machine keeps the cash and gives you a receipt instead. That's a potential headache for subway riders.
Monday, May 6 2013 6:56 AM EDT2013-05-06 10:56:28 GMT
A Texas company has manufactured a gun using 3d printer technology. The guns are capable of firing real bullets.
A Texas company has manufactured a gun using 3d printer technology. The guns are capable of firing real bullets. Several local leaders are sounding the alarm over the security threat the guns pose.
Friday, May 3 2013 6:35 PM EDT2013-05-03 22:35:57 GMT
In the six months since Superstorm Sandy the ASPCA has been patching up Cairo, a pit bull terrier mix, but he is still looking for a home. He was about five months old when he was found abandoned in Brooklyn
In the six months since Superstorm Sandy the ASPCA has been patching up Cairo, a pit bull terrier mix, but he is still looking for a home. He was about five months old when he was found abandoned in Brooklyn
Monday, April 22 2013 5:44 PM EDT2013-04-22 21:44:17 GMT
New York Democratic Rep. Charles Rangel has filed a lawsuit in federal court seeking to overturn a House decision in 2010 to censure him for financial wrongdoing.
New York Democratic Rep. Charles Rangel has filed a lawsuit in federal court seeking to overturn a House decision in 2010 to censure him for financial wrongdoing.
Wednesday, April 17 2013 7:54 PM EDT2013-04-17 23:54:01 GMT
New York City's Office of Chief Medical Examiner has identified the remains of a 55-year-old man who died in the destruction of the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001.
New York City's Office of Chief Medical Examiner has identified the remains of a 55-year-old man who died in the destruction of the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001.
Friday, April 5 2013 5:44 PM EDT2013-04-05 21:44:58 GMT
A New York federal judge has ruled that the Food and Drug Administration must make emergency contraceptives available to women of all ages within 30 days.
A New York federal judge has ruled that the Food and Drug Administration must make emergency contraceptives available to women of all ages within 30 days.
Thursday, March 21 2013 5:57 PM EDT2013-03-21 21:57:07 GMT
Some of the most recognizable names in young adult fiction have come together to promote literacy. They took part in the anthology "Who Done It?" published
Some of the most recognizable names in young adult fiction have come together to promote literacy. They took part in the anthology "Who Done It?" published
Saturday, March 9 2013 9:01 AM EST2013-03-09 14:01:54 GMT
Residents of Chelsea and Greenwich Village in Manhattan are worried that a planned natural gas pipeline could leak toxins or even blow up, according to DNAinfo.com.
Residents of Chelsea and Greenwich Village in Manhattan are worried that a planned natural gas pipeline could leak toxins or even blow up, according to DNAinfo.com.
Tuesday, March 5 2013 10:56 PM EST2013-03-06 03:56:04 GMT
Fox Sports 1 is coming. It's a brand-new cable sports network that will hit the air this summer. Athletes and other stars attended a party at the Roseland Ballroom on Tuesday night to introduce it.
Fox Sports 1 is coming. It's a brand-new cable sports network that will hit the air this summer. Athletes and other stars attended a party at the Roseland Ballroom on Tuesday night to introduce it.
Thursday, February 28 2013 11:06 PM EST2013-03-01 04:06:41 GMT
The dark underground tunnels of the New York City subway system have been the stuff nightmares for me and probably many who grew up in the city. It should be.
The dark underground tunnels of the New York City subway system have been the stuff nightmares for me and probably many who grew up in the city. It should be.
The U.S. Department of Transportation has ordered Fung Wah Bus Transportation Inc. to stop carrying passengers and submit its 28 buses for detailed safety inspections.
The U.S. Department of Transportation has ordered Fung Wah Bus Transportation Inc. to stop carrying passengers and submit its 28 buses for detailed safety inspections.
Tuesday, February 19 2013 6:02 PM EST2013-02-19 23:02:07 GMT
Columbia University physics professor Emlyn Hughes stripped down to his shorts in class on Monday. He did this before a backdrop of images showing the 9/11 attacks, Nazis, Adolf Hitler, and Saddam Hussein.
Columbia University physics professor Emlyn Hughes stripped down to his shorts in class on Monday. He did this before a backdrop of images showing the 9/11 attacks, Nazis, Adolf Hitler, and Saddam Hussein.
Monday, February 18 2013 10:10 PM EST2013-02-19 03:10:10 GMT
If you are like most New Yorkers, you have probably eaten at one of the hundreds of mobile food carts parked on almost every street corner in the city.
If you are like most New Yorkers, you have probably eaten at one of the hundreds of mobile food carts parked on almost every street corner in the city.
