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Cardi B helps launch Mayor Mamdani's 2-K jingle contest, with one big rule: no AI | amNewYork

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Mamdani's outrageous child-care boondoggle shows who comes first in NYC

fromChalkbeat

New York City

NYC launches 'Child Care Hub,' a comprehensive one-stop search tool for families

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New York City

Watch Live: NYC Mayor Mamdani making announcement on child care

New York City is expanding its child care programs, including 1,000 new 3-K seats and launching a 2-K program with 2,000 free seats.

New York City

NYC to launch free child care for city workers with kids as young as 6 weeks

New York City is launching free on-site child care for municipal workers' infants and toddlers at the David N. Dinkins Municipal Building.

Cardi B helps launch Mayor Mamdani's 2-K jingle contest, with one big rule: no AI | amNewYork

Cardi B will help judge NYC's 2-K jingle competition to promote free child care for two-year-olds, with applications opening June 2.

Mamdani's outrageous child-care boondoggle shows who comes first in NYC

Mamdani's 'free' child-care center costs taxpayers $10 million to renovate and $2.3 million annually, serving only 40 children.

fromChalkbeat

NYC launches 'Child Care Hub,' a comprehensive one-stop search tool for families

NYC launches a comprehensive Child Care Hub, providing families with access to over 10,000 child care options and essential information.

fromCbsnews

Watch Live: NYC Mayor Mamdani making announcement on child care

New York City is expanding its child care programs, including 1,000 new 3-K seats and launching a 2-K program with 2,000 free seats.

NYC to launch free child care for city workers with kids as young as 6 weeks

New York City is launching free on-site child care for municipal workers' infants and toddlers at the David N. Dinkins Municipal Building.

New York City

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans an April rally to mark his first 100 days in office

MAMDANI'S FIRST 100 DAYS: Tisch distances mayor from NYPD hate-crime reporting change as overall crime falls in his first quarter | amNewYork

Mayor Mamdani's administration is addressing crime rates and hate crimes with new reporting methods for transparency.

MAMDANI'S FIRST 100 DAYS: Mayor unveils $108M plan to replace 6,700 catch basins, lifts NYC government TikTok ban | amNewYork

New York City will invest $108 million to replace over 6,700 catch basins to improve drainage and reduce flooding.

fromwww.cnn.com

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans an April rally to mark his first 100 days in office

Mayor Zohran Mamdani will host a rally to mark 100 days in office, reflecting on accomplishments and addressing budget challenges.

MAMDANI'S FIRST 100 DAYS: Tisch distances mayor from NYPD hate-crime reporting change as overall crime falls in his first quarter | amNewYork

Mayor Mamdani's administration is addressing crime rates and hate crimes with new reporting methods for transparency.

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MAMDANI'S FIRST 100 DAYS: Mayor unveils $108M plan to replace 6,700 catch basins, lifts NYC government TikTok ban | amNewYork

New York City will invest $108 million to replace over 6,700 catch basins to improve drainage and reduce flooding.

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Queens house fire draws 192 FDNY personnel, contained after two-hour battle

9 hours ago

Queens police seek two in Jamaica Ave robbery

A 25-year-old man was robbed and assaulted in Queens, with two suspects still at large as police seek public assistance.

fromQueens, NY Patch

New York City

2 Fatally Shot In The Head Inside NYC Building: NYPD

fromGothamist

Fire deaths ruled a homicide at Queens building with history of gambling, illegal units

A fatal Queens house fire has been ruled a homicide, with multiple fatalities and a history of building violations.

Queens woman fatally struck by private garbage truck driver while crossing street: cops | amNewYork

A private garbage truck driver struck and killed a 19-year-old woman crossing a street in Queens late Sunday night.

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Queens woman, 19, fatally struck by private sanitation truck driver

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Queens house fire draws 192 FDNY personnel, contained after two-hour battle

9 hours ago

Queens police seek two in Jamaica Ave robbery

A 25-year-old man was robbed and assaulted in Queens, with two suspects still at large as police seek public assistance.

fromQueens, NY Patch

New York City

2 Fatally Shot In The Head Inside NYC Building: NYPD

fromGothamist

Fire deaths ruled a homicide at Queens building with history of gambling, illegal units

A fatal Queens house fire has been ruled a homicide, with multiple fatalities and a history of building violations.

Queens woman fatally struck by private garbage truck driver while crossing street: cops | amNewYork

A private garbage truck driver struck and killed a 19-year-old woman crossing a street in Queens late Sunday night.

New York City

Queens woman, 19, fatally struck by private sanitation truck driver

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani wants to crack down on 'bad landlords.' First he has to find them

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani launched hearings for renters to voice complaints directly to housing officials, addressing issues like mold and landlord accountability.

fromAP News

11 hours ago

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani wants to crack down on 'bad landlords.' First he has to find them

Mayor Zohran Mamdani initiates 'rental ripoff hearings' to address issues with bad landlords in New York City.

fromGothamist

11 hours ago

Reforms to 'wild west' private trash industry come to Manhattan's Chinatown

Manhattan's Chinatown will implement new trash reforms requiring businesses to use authorized waste companies by May 2024.

Two Bronx shootings in one hour leave pair of men dead as borough continues to be rocked by gun violence in 2026 | amNewYork

Two men were shot dead in separate incidents in the Bronx on April 2, 2026.

Bronx slashing near Castle Hill Ave - tips sought

A 25-year-old man was slashed in the neck in the Bronx after a verbal dispute, and the attacker remains unidentified.

Man Shot In Fordham; Crime Scene At E. 193rd St.

A man was shot in the Bronx but is expected to recover, with police investigating the incident.

35-year-old man found stabbed to death in the Bronx

A 35-year-old man was found stabbed to death in the Bronx, with no arrests made and an ongoing investigation.

New York City

Man shot getting off Bronx bus was executed: prosecutors

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35-year-old man stabbed, killed in Bronx near Webster Avenue: NYPD

8 hours ago

Two Bronx shootings in one hour leave pair of men dead as borough continues to be rocked by gun violence in 2026 | amNewYork

Two men were shot dead in separate incidents in the Bronx on April 2, 2026.

Bronx slashing near Castle Hill Ave - tips sought

A 25-year-old man was slashed in the neck in the Bronx after a verbal dispute, and the attacker remains unidentified.

Man Shot In Fordham; Crime Scene At E. 193rd St.

A man was shot in the Bronx but is expected to recover, with police investigating the incident.

35-year-old man found stabbed to death in the Bronx

A 35-year-old man was found stabbed to death in the Bronx, with no arrests made and an ongoing investigation.

New York City

Man shot getting off Bronx bus was executed: prosecutors

fromFOX 5 New York

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35-year-old man stabbed, killed in Bronx near Webster Avenue: NYPD

NYC 3D Underground Maps Could Speed Construction

New York City is creating a 3D underground map to improve construction efficiency and reduce delays caused by buried utilities.

fromFox News

7 hours ago

Holocaust survivor, 86, priced out of NYC says Mamdani skipped scheduled housing meeting

"Promises made, not kept. His claim to fame was affordable housing. I'm not disappointed because I didn't expect him to keep his word. It is what it is."

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7 hours ago

National Grid revamping key Staten Island natural gas site | amNewYork

National Grid New York is modernizing Staten Island's Grasmere Gate Station to enhance natural gas supply for 100,000 customers.

fromPBS News

7 hours ago

NYC Mayor Mamdani wants to crack down on 'bad landlords.' First he has to find them

Tenants face challenges identifying landlords due to corporate ownership structures, complicating accountability and enforcement of housing laws.

fromNews 12 - Default

9 hours ago

FDNY responds to compactor fire in Crown Heights

FDNY controlled a compactor fire in Crown Heights early Friday morning with no reported injuries.

fromNew York Amsterdam News

Mamdani poised to pause the city's controversial tax lien sale

Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans to cancel this year's tax lien sale to address its predatory impact on Black and Brown senior homeowners.

Brooklyn homeless shelter battle enters new phase as Mamdani advances delayed project | amNewYork

Demolition of a proposed men's shelter in Brooklyn resumes under Mayor Mamdani despite ongoing protests and calls for affordable housing alternatives.

New York City

Brooklyn Hit-and-Run Kills 44-Year-Old Near Ocean Avenue

New York City

Brooklyn stabbing: Man hospitalized after being assaulted during argument, cops say | amNewYork

A man was hospitalized after being stabbed during an argument outside a Brooklyn apartment complex.

fromBrooklyn, NY Patch

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Manhunt Underway After Triple Stabbing In Brooklyn: NYPD

Three people were stabbed in Brownsville, Brooklyn, with injuries not considered life-threatening, and police are searching for the suspect.

Brooklyn homeless shelter battle enters new phase as Mamdani advances delayed project | amNewYork

Demolition of a proposed men's shelter in Brooklyn resumes under Mayor Mamdani despite ongoing protests and calls for affordable housing alternatives.

Brooklyn Hit-and-Run Kills 44-Year-Old Near Ocean Avenue

A 44-year-old woman was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Brooklyn, raising concerns about pedestrian safety in the area.

Brooklyn stabbing: Man hospitalized after being assaulted during argument, cops say | amNewYork

A man was hospitalized after being stabbed during an argument outside a Brooklyn apartment complex.

fromBrooklyn, NY Patch

Manhunt Underway After Triple Stabbing In Brooklyn: NYPD

Three people were stabbed in Brownsville, Brooklyn, with injuries not considered life-threatening, and police are searching for the suspect.

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You can rent part of Brooklyn Bridge under $17m plan for New York City

Renting hidden vaults beneath the Brooklyn Bridge could generate $17 million annually to help address NYC's budget deficit.

New York City

NYC is so broke, the Brooklyn Bridge might get roommates

The City Council proposes renting hidden rooms in the Brooklyn Bridge to generate revenue for New York City.

fromThe US Sun

You can rent part of Brooklyn Bridge under $17m plan for New York City

Renting hidden vaults beneath the Brooklyn Bridge could generate $17 million annually to help address NYC's budget deficit.

NYC is so broke, the Brooklyn Bridge might get roommates

The City Council proposes renting hidden rooms in the Brooklyn Bridge to generate revenue for New York City.

Editorial | Finding the fare' way forward, for New Yorkers and the budget | amNewYork

Mayor Mamdani's plan for a fare-free bus system faces funding challenges, but the City Council proposes expanding the Fair Fares program for low-income New Yorkers.

fromNBC New York

City Council adds free transit proposal to its preliminary budget response

City Council proposes an alternative budget to address a $6 billion shortfall without raising taxes or cutting essential services.

Op-ed | A responsible path forward for New York City's budget | amNewYork

New York City's budget process is a complex negotiation that impacts community investment and addresses fiscal challenges.

fromStreetsblog New York City

Trash Containerization Program Remains Unfunded in Mamdani's City Budget - Streetsblog New York City

Funding for New York City's trash containerization program is uncertain, risking the continuation of efforts to improve waste management.

fromIntelligencer

"I Would Rather My Child Be in School."

Mayor Mamdani faces challenges balancing snow days with required school days for funding amid increasing school closures due to holidays and weather.

fromThe New Yorker

Zohran Mamdani's Pick to Help "Fundamentally Change" the Way New Yorkers Relate to City Government

Tascha Van Auken aims to transform New Yorkers' relationship with city government through the Mayor's Office of Mass Engagement.

One Times Square Opens Viewing Deck And Visitor Experiences

The overhaul by owner Jamestown has turned what was once a mostly empty tower into stacked ticketed experiences, from candy-themed installations to curated New Year's Eve displays.

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'Now that the building is damaged and vacant': Broadway landlord looks to sell the day after fire

A fire in a downtown apartment building led to tenant displacement and raised questions about the landlord's intentions for the damaged property.

Corona Garage Inferno Torches Cars As Neighbors Roll Video

A fire in a Queens parking garage destroyed three cars, prompting investigations and highlighting challenges in emergency response due to parking issues.

New York City

Four-alarm fire in Flushing that killed four residents, including 3-year-old girl, deemed a homicide: NYPD | amNewYork

fromThe Oaklandside

22 hours ago

'Now that the building is damaged and vacant': Broadway landlord looks to sell the day after fire

A fire in a downtown apartment building led to tenant displacement and raised questions about the landlord's intentions for the damaged property.

Corona Garage Inferno Torches Cars As Neighbors Roll Video

A fire in a Queens parking garage destroyed three cars, prompting investigations and highlighting challenges in emergency response due to parking issues.

New York City

Four-alarm fire in Flushing that killed four residents, including 3-year-old girl, deemed a homicide: NYPD | amNewYork

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fromAllHipHop

22 hours ago

Action Bronson Teaches NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani Albanian Blessing

Mamdani opened up about his journey from immigrant child to becoming the city's 112th mayor, calling it a dream realized. Born in Uganda in 1991 and arriving in New York at age 7, he's now the youngest person to hold the office in over a century and the city's first Muslim and African-born mayor.

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23 hours ago

Luigi Mangione's federal trial in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO delayed again

Mangione's federal trial will now begin in January 2027 with jury selection on the 5th and opening statements on the 25th.

New York City

Mamdani Announces $108M Plan To Upgrade NYC Storm Drains

New York City plans to invest $108 million to upgrade catch basins and storm drains to reduce street flooding.

#budget

NYC Council budget plan averts Mamdani property tax hike, avoids tapping reserves

The City Council plans to close New York's budget gap without tax hikes or using reserves, proposing alternative funding sources instead.

Mamdani fires back at Menin over City Council's budget response, charges it ignores bigger financial problems | amNewYork

Mayor Zohran Mamdani criticized the City Council's budget plan as unrealistic and ineffective in addressing the city's financial deficit.

NYC Council budget plan averts Mamdani property tax hike, avoids tapping reserves

The City Council plans to close New York's budget gap without tax hikes or using reserves, proposing alternative funding sources instead.

Mamdani fires back at Menin over City Council's budget response, charges it ignores bigger financial problems | amNewYork

Mayor Zohran Mamdani criticized the City Council's budget plan as unrealistic and ineffective in addressing the city's financial deficit.

Is Linden Blvd NYC's new 'Boulevard of Death?' 9 dead in crashes on street since 2021.

Linden Boulevard has been labeled the 'Boulevard of Death' due to multiple fatal hit-and-run incidents and ongoing traffic dangers.

NYC community boards: What to know about these civic groups, how they operate and why there's a reform push

NYC Community Boards are essential for civic engagement, allowing residents to voice opinions and influence local governance.

Transit officials announce clean air investments in South Bronx thanks to congestion pricing revenue | amNewYork

Congestion pricing funds will replace diesel trucks with hybrid models to reduce air pollution in the city.

Expert Analysis | Congestion pricing survives federal challenge for now | amNewYork

The court upheld New York City's congestion pricing program, rejecting attempts by the U.S. Department of Transportation to rescind federal approval.

Transit officials announce clean air investments in South Bronx thanks to congestion pricing revenue | amNewYork

Congestion pricing funds will replace diesel trucks with hybrid models to reduce air pollution in the city.

Expert Analysis | Congestion pricing survives federal challenge for now | amNewYork

The court upheld New York City's congestion pricing program, rejecting attempts by the U.S. Department of Transportation to rescind federal approval.

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Deadly night in NYC: Multiple people fatally shot during overnight crime spree

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NYPD: 1,000+ Guns Removed From NYC Streets

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Queens Police Seek Suspect In Q77 Bus Groping

Deadly night in NYC: Multiple people fatally shot during overnight crime spree

NYPD investigates two shootings in NYC, resulting in three fatalities, including a possible murder-suicide in Queens and a homicide in Manhattan.

NYPD: 1,000+ Guns Removed From NYC Streets

NYPD has seized over 1,000 firearms in 2023, reflecting targeted operations against gun violence in New York City.

Queens Police Seek Suspect In Q77 Bus Groping

Police are seeking help to identify a man who pressed against a woman on a Q77 bus before fleeing.

Deadly night in NYC: Multiple people fatally shot during overnight crime spree

NYPD investigates two shootings in NYC, resulting in three fatalities, including a possible murder-suicide in Queens and a homicide in Manhattan.

#tiktok

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Mamdani Lifts NYC TikTok Ban for City Employees, but with Some Unusual Restrictions

fromWIRED

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In a Big Reversal, Zohran Mamdani Tells NYC Agencies to Use TikTok

fromgizmodo.com

Mamdani Lifts NYC TikTok Ban for City Employees, but with Some Unusual Restrictions

New York City employees can now use TikTok on city devices with strict restrictions after a previous ban due to security concerns.

fromWIRED

In a Big Reversal, Zohran Mamdani Tells NYC Agencies to Use TikTok

New York City agencies can now use TikTok for communication, reversing a previous ban due to security concerns.

How NYC Closed Tens of Thousands of 'No Heat' Complaints Without Conducting an Inspection

Record numbers of New Yorkers reported heat and hot water outages, but many complaints were closed without follow-up due to a flawed response system.

fromIntelligencer

It Will Be a Scandal If Mamdani Can't Pay EMS Workers Better

Raising wages for emergency medical-services workers in New York City is essential and urgent, given their low pay and challenging working conditions.

Next Mile NYC Expands To Rikers With $2.9M CDL Program

Mayor Zohran Mamdani expands the Next Mile NYC program to Rikers Island, providing training for driving jobs to individuals in custody.

NYC public servants behind FDNY safety tool, vending machines and shelter food tracking honored with Hayes awards

NYC honors city workers for innovative projects improving government services at the fourth annual Hayes Innovation Prize ceremony.

Masked perps carjack cab driver on break in Lower Manhattan

Four suspects robbed a cab driver in Lower Manhattan, taking his vehicle on a joyride to New Jersey.

13-Year-Old Robbed At Knifepoint On Staten Island

A 13-year-old boy was robbed at knifepoint in Staten Island, prompting police alerts and community concern.

Masked perps carjack cab driver on break in Lower Manhattan

Four suspects robbed a cab driver in Lower Manhattan, taking his vehicle on a joyride to New Jersey.

13-Year-Old Robbed At Knifepoint On Staten Island

A 13-year-old boy was robbed at knifepoint in Staten Island, prompting police alerts and community concern.

Queens Teen Stabbed On Jackson Heights Corner As Masked Crew Vanishes Into Night

A 17-year-old boy was stabbed in Jackson Heights, prompting a police investigation for masked suspects who fled the scene.

fromAol

73 Things New Yorkers Don't Think Are Weird But Outsiders Noticed Immediately

New York City is a vibrant, warm place with a diverse international culture and moments of unexpected kindness among its residents.

New York Transit Museum workers unionize in unanimous vote as they seek better wages, job security | amNewYork

New York Transit Museum workers formed the Transit Museum Collective union for better wages and job security, achieving unanimous support in their vote.

Thunderstorms Hit NYC Before Sudden Temperature Crash

A sharp midweek cooldown will follow warm air and scattered showers, with milder temperatures returning by the weekend.

NYC rideshare driver carjacked at gunpoint by 4 masked goons after refusing ride: cops, sources

The 51-year-old driver was on break at around 1:30 a.m. March 23 when the strangers approached his Toyota Highlander SUV on Second Avenue near East 3rd Street and asked for a lift.

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fromComplex

Action Bronson and NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani Eat on 'F*ck That's Delicious'

"To grow up in this city and then to be the mayor of the city is like a dream come true. It's next level."

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fromCity Journal

Madison Square Garden Honored the NYPD. Mamdani Should Follow Suit

Showing support for the police through policy action is as important as expressing gratitude.

#pop-mart

fromTime Out New York

Labubu is opening a massive store on Fifth Avenue

Pop Mart is opening a 7,000-square-foot flagship store on Fifth Avenue, signaling the rise of collectible culture in global retail.

Pop Mart Signs 7,000SF Fifth Avenue Lease

Pop Mart has secured a 7,000 square foot retail space on Fifth Avenue, marking its significant expansion into the U.S. market.

fromTime Out New York

Labubu is opening a massive store on Fifth Avenue

Pop Mart is opening a 7,000-square-foot flagship store on Fifth Avenue, signaling the rise of collectible culture in global retail.

Pop Mart Signs 7,000SF Fifth Avenue Lease

Pop Mart has secured a 7,000 square foot retail space on Fifth Avenue, marking its significant expansion into the U.S. market.

PATH Commute From Jersey City to WTC Back on Track After Terminal Fix

PATH service between Journal Square and World Trade Center resumed normal operations after mechanical issues were resolved.

Sinkhole shuts down busy upstate NY highway in both directions

A culvert on the side of Interstate 88 collapsed about 90 miles west of Albany, sending construction crews scrambling and motorists looking for detours.

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fromStreetsblog New York City

NYC man hit with 73 charges for building, dealing ghost guns: DA

Dangerous shootings have already been linked to these weapons, and countless lives could have ended in tragedy if more of these guns had reached the streets of New York.

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Monday's Headlines: Mamdani's Missing Link Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani allocated $43 million for the QueensWay, while QueensLink advocates seek support for future transit options on the same route.

Nearly Half Of NYC Workers Struggling To Make Ends Meet

Many New Yorkers struggle to afford basic living costs due to stagnant wages and rising expenses.

Poverty In NYC Has Continued To Rise For 3rd Year In A Row, New Report Finds

Poverty in New York City reached a record high in 2024, with 26% of residents living in poverty.

DOB supervisor bypasses building safety, indicted for taking over $75,000 in bribes

A former NYC Department of Buildings supervisor was indicted for accepting over $75,000 in bribes, compromising safety standards across numerous construction projects.

#shooting

Man Shot Multiple Times On NYC Street, Suspect Still At Large: NYPD

A 49-year-old security guard was shot multiple times in Manhattan but is expected to survive.

New York City

Life imitates art: Man shot in Manhattan's Flatiron District steps from set of TV show CIA | amNewYork

Man Shot Multiple Times On NYC Street, Suspect Still At Large: NYPD

A 49-year-old security guard was shot multiple times in Manhattan but is expected to survive.

New York City

Life imitates art: Man shot in Manhattan's Flatiron District steps from set of TV show CIA | amNewYork

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Driver on the run after hit-and-run in Flatbush

Police are searching for a driver involved in a hit-and-run incident in Flatbush.

fromCurbed

An Enormous Labubu Store Is Coming to Fifth Avenue

Pop Mart, the company behind the viral collectible plush toys, has signed a retail lease on Fifth Avenue and East 54th Street, indicating continued demand.

New York City

Brooklyn Shoveler Sues City Over Unpaid Blizzard Pay

A Brooklyn man is suing New York City for unpaid hours as an emergency snow shoveler during February's blizzard.

fromShore News Network - The Latest Breaking, Viral and Trending News

NYPD investigates hate crime after religious materials defaced in Lower Manhattan

NYPD seeks public assistance to identify a suspect in a hate crime incident involving vandalism in Lower Manhattan.

NYC denies another request for info on 9/11 toxins, prompting new lawsuit

New York City denied another request for 9/11 toxin data, despite previously uncovering 68 boxes of related information.

Queens video shows driver doing donuts before police chase

A black sedan performed dangerous stunts in Kew Gardens Hills, triggering a police chase and evoking memories of a fatal drag-racing incident from 2020.