Commuters can share their opinions on the MTA’s proposed fare increases
Do you have an opinion on the MTA's various fare increases? Now's your chance to sound off.
Toll evaders caught in 100th ghost plate enforcement action
NEW YORK (PIX11) — Drivers with unpaid tolls, ghost plates and license plate covers have been on notice. Police are looking for them and ready to write tickets or even seize vehicles. A 16-member law enforcement task force held the 100th operation on the Robert F. Kennedy Triborough Bridge on Tuesday. Officials have...
Tropical storm force winds could reach coastal New York, New Jersey. Long Island...
We are going to squeeze one more nice day of weather on this Tuesday. High pressure is to the north pressing southward. Dew points remain very low in spite of an onshore wind. Satellite loops show nothing more than some patchy clouds around so we think today should be no worse than partly sunny. High temperatures...
Some NY beaches to shut down as Hurricane Erin approaches East Coast
HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. (PIX11) – All beaches within the Town of Hempstead will shut down this week as Hurricane Erin approaches the East Coast, according to officials. Residents will have their last chance to go swimming at any Town of Hempstead beach on Tuesday. Starting Wednesday, swimming is prohibited, but beaches will...
Deadly Outbreak Getting Worse In New York, Many Told To See Doc
Health officials confirm a dangerous outbreak is spreading fast in New York, with more cases and deaths reported in just days. New York health officials confirmed an ongoing health outbreak is getting worse. Legionnaires' Outbreak Getting Worse In New York State. New York City health officials say the Legionnaires'...
New York $500 Checks Are Coming to Residents — Check Out If You Qualify!
With inflation and the increasing cost of living, financial relief is something many New Yorkers have hoped for. The good news is—$500 checks are on the way for qualifying residents. This article will serve as your definitive guide to this payment program, breaking down eligibility, application processes, timelines,...
NY Gov. Hochul urges return of family facing deportation, including 7-year-old girl
Make your contribution now and help Gothamist thrive in 2025. Donate today. Gov. Kathy Hochul and some New York lawmakers are demanding the release of a 7-year-old girl, her mother and brother after federal immigration agents detained them last week at immigration court in Manhattan. The family was attending a...
Dave’s Diner Closing After 34 Years In The Mohawk Valley
Dave’s Diner, a Mohawk Valley staple for 34 years, closes September 1st.
Zeldin Discusses Battery Energy Storage Systems
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin returned to Long Island for a press conference that took place at the Hauppauge Fire Department on August 18. He met with Long Islanders to address concerns they have regarding Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). The state has been working to...
Looming Medicaid cuts prompt caregiver concern on Long Island
Supporters of the Medicaid cuts say the changes will reduce fraud and abuse, but others worry about impacts to the vulnerable.
