Florida Investigation Leads To Arrest Of Accused Elderly Pop-Up Scammer In New York
A man accused of hiding behind his computer to operate a lucrative internet pop-up scam targeting elderly residents is now behind bars after a multi-state investigation led to his capture, the Martin County Sheriff’s Office announced Monday. Weikai Zhang, 43, was apprehended in New York following extensive detective...
Hochul: Safety in the Subways Isn’t Duffy’s Job
During an interview with NY1’s “Inside City Hall” on Monday, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) said that Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is “more concerned about safety in the subways than he is safety in the skies, and that’s his job, to make sure our skies are safe.” And he should “focus on his job as well.”
Man killed, found upside down after subway surfing in NYC: Sources
KINGSBRIDGE, The Bronx (PIX11) — A man was found dead and upside down between train cars after subway surfing early Tuesday morning, sources say. The man in his 30s was found at the 238th Street station in the Bronx around 3:18 a.m., according to authorities. He appeared to be riding a northbound No. 1 train […]
If You Don’t Get A Real ID By Deadline In New York You Need...
Time is really running out for New Yorkers to update their ID. Many are wondering what happens if you don't get one before the deadline. The deadline to get your REAL ID is on May 7. What Happens In New York If You Don't Get A Real ID By Deadline.
‘People are outraged’: NYC Council bill aims to overturn mandatory compost rules after city starts doling out...
Compulsory composting became enforceable by fines in New York City starting at the beginning of the month, leaving some homeowners angry and a coalition of councilmembers pushing for a bill to reverse the law the council previously passed.
Northern Lights Will Be Visible In New York
Depending on where you live in New York State, you will have a chance to see the Northern Lights tonight. A couple of solar storms have emanated from the Sun, and they are expected to push the Southern boundary of the Northern Lights into New York State. WHERE CAN I...
NYPD official who called Post reporter a ‘f–king scumbag’ files for retirement months after...
The former NYPD deputy commissioner in charge of public information — who once called a Post reporter a “f—king scumbag” when asked for comment — has called it quits. Tarik Sheppard, a 21-year veteran of New York’s Finest, who also was caught publicly scuffling with his boss during a photo op, filed for retirement on...
Gas Prices Expected To Skyrocket In New York State
It looks like the trend of gas prices falling will soon be over in New York State. Starting in a couple of weeks, gas producers will have to switch over to the summer blend of gas, which is more expensive to make, and that will drive the cost of gas up across the state.
Columbia student arrested, detained by ICE agents at naturalization interview
A permanent United States resident and Columbia University student was arrested by Department of Homeland Security agents at his naturalization interview on Monday, according to a habeas petition filed by his lawyers.
One of NYC’s worst bathrooms gets new life after $5.6 million makeover
The Tompkins Square Park bathrooms have reopened after a major overhaul. The parks department just reopened the once-infamous Tompkins Square Park field house after a two-year shutdown. [ more › ]