Test-taker collapses during NYS Bar Exam at Hofstra University
One test-taker went into cardiac arrest while taking the New York State Bar Exam at Hofstra University, but the other test-takers were instructed to continue. FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg spoke to one of the test-takers about the experience.
Hochul orders MTA to investigate NYC transit system flooding
Gov. Kathy Hochul demanded the MTA conduct a full review after extreme heat and rainstorms this week caused more mass transit problems.
How To Spot This Invasive Fish in New York Waters
Many of us will spend the end of summer at popular bodies of water around the Hudson Valley and New York. Boating, swimming, or fishing, whatever you may choose to do, is also a good opportunity for you to be a helpful set of eyes for the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC).
State Takes $166 Million Step Toward Making Interborough Express a Reality
New York is kicking off design and engineering work on a “game changer” mass-transit tie between Brooklyn and Queens along 14 miles of an existing but little-used freight railway. Gov. Kathy Hochul on Friday touted a nearly $166 million commitment in state money for the initial work as a down payment on the $5.5...
IBX advances to engineering and design stage
CITYWIDE — THE LONG-AWAITED INTERBOROUGH EXPRESS (IBX) between Brooklyn and Queens has advanced from the planning to the engineering and design stage, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Friday, Aug. 1. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s board on Wednesday authorized the selection of a joint venture between...
New York flood LIVE updates as cars submerged underwater and thousands left without power
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency in a number of counties before heavy rain, forecasted to pummel the city with up to 3 inches per hour, was set to pound residents. Rainfall may reach up to 5 or 8 inches in some remote areas, officials said.
Upstate New York Spot Named 1 Of The Best Pizzeria’s In America
One Hudson Valley pizzeria just got named among the best in America. Eat This, Not That recently polled pizza-makers across the nation to find out the pizzerias in New York that serve the best slice of pizza. These 6 New York Restaurants Sell the Best Pizza in America. Six eateries...
Mayor Adams vetoes bill to decriminalize illegal street vending; state leaders open to helping...
Good morning, New York City. Here's what you need to know today. A few showers are possible early this morning, otherwise it will be mainly cloudy and cooler. 1. Mayor Adams vetoes bill to decriminalize illegal street vending. In a surprise move, Mayor Eric Adams vetoed a City Council bill...
State of Emergency declared in NYC: Hochul
NEW YORK (PIX11) — Gov. Kathy Hochul has declared a State of Emergency for New York City and surrounding regions. Inclement weather, including heavy rain and potential flooding, is expected to affect much of the region into Thursday night. The State of Emergency encompasses the following counties: Bronx, Delaware,...
The Coney Makes Its Pitch And Feels The Heat
Offering the potential of revitalizing Coney Island to its heydays and a pledge to fill jobs locally, The Coney made its pitch to its Community Advisory Committee (CAC) on Wednesday in Brooklyn. Fronted by Thor Equities, Saratoga Casino Holdings, Chickasaw Nation, and Legends Hospitality, The Coney is a $3.4 billion...
