Wesley Autrey jumped onto subway tracks—shielding a stranger from an oncoming train
On a seemingly ordinary day in New York City, Wesley Autrey became a hero. When a fellow subway passenger suffered a seizure and fell onto the tracks, Autrey acted on instinct, risking his own life to save a stranger from an oncoming train. This act of bravery captured the hearts of many and left a […]
New York commuters breathe a sigh of relief as LIRR strikes over
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul annouced Monday evening that the LIRR strike was over and service would continue beginning noon Tuesday
Despite Court Order, NYPD Failed to Properly Monitor Stop-and-Frisks by Aggressive Unit
More than a decade ago, a federal court found that the New York City Police Department had been unconstitutionally stopping and frisking Black and Hispanic residents. The ruling laid out required fixes, including something quite basic: The NYPD would review officers’ stops to make sure they were legal. But for most of
Woman dies falling down open manhole in Midtown after stepping out of her Mercedes:...
A female driver plunged to her death down an uncovered manhole in Midtown Monday night, police said. The 56-year-old woman from Westchester County fell after stepping out of her parked Mercedes-Benz SUV around 11:20 p.m. near Cartier and Nike stores at East 52nd Street and 5th Avenue. She fell about 10 feet, officials
Dutch’s Sandwich Shop Bringing New Concept to Former Cafe Dolma Space in Jersey City
Following the recent closure of Cafe Dolma in Jersey City, a new concept may already be moving into the space. Dutch’s Sandwich Shop, which currently has locations in Montclair and Hoboken, is preparing to bring a new concept called Dutch’s Express at 270 Grand Street. Read on for more about Dutch’s Sandwich Shop’s spi
NJ man nearly loses $5.9M after finding winning ticket in his pants—almost a year...
A NJ man who bought a Pick 6 Lottery ticket nearly a year ago, found it in his pants pocket, and cashed it in for $5.9M, days before the ticket was set to expire.
6-year-old among 3 injured in Passaic shooting
Three people, including a 6-year-old child, were injured in a shooting Sunday night in Passaic, according to the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office. Police responded to the area of 79 Sherman St., near Columbia Avenue, at about 8:55 p.m. May 17 for a report of a shooting involving multiple victims.
Most elder abuse cases go unreported in New York. How to spot the signs.
A report from the NYC Department of Aging shows 15% of 8,600 older adults surveyed admitted to experiencing some form of elder abuse.
NJ woman charged after Linden police say senior store workers were beaten, threatened with...
A Newark woman faces serious charges after a violent incident at a Linden shop, where police say she assaulted two elderly employees over a stolen wig.
Michelin-Recognized Ramen Brand Opening in Jersey City
A globally recognized ramen brand with nearly a decade of Michelin Guide recognition is officially headed to Jersey City. MENSHO, the acclaimed Japanese ramen concept known for its “Farm to Bowl” philosophy, is preparing to open its first East Coast location at 505 Summit in Journal Square during Fall 2026.
