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Columbia University 37 mins ago

Columbia students defy university's 2 p.m. vacate deadline

Negotiations between Columbia University officials and protesters who have set up a pro-Palestinian encampment on a campus lawn have broken down, the school’s president announced Monday. Columbi...

weather 2 hours ago

Temps hit near-record highs across NYC area — but heat won't stick around for long
Westport 9 hours ago

Police warn of coyotes attacking dogs in Westport, Conn.

Law Enforcement 47 mins ago

Several law enforcement officers shot while trying to serve warrant in North Carolina, police say

Police in North Carolina say numerous law enforcement officers have been struck by gunfire in Charlotte.
news 7 mins ago

Paramount says CEO Bob Bakish is stepping down, will be replaced by a trio of executives

Paramount Global CEO Bob Bakish is out, the company announced Monday, as merger negotiations with Skydance Media continue.
Sex Crime 5 hours ago

Ex-NJ teacher arrested for alleged sexual assault of middle school student he taught

A former teacher in New Jersey was arrested for sexually assaulting a middle school student in his class in 2022, according to law enforcement.
Kansas City Chiefs 1 hour ago

Chiefs' Travis Kelce agrees to contract extension become NFL's highest-paid tight end, report says

Travis Kelce signed a contract extension with the Kansas City Chiefs that reportedly will make him the NFL’s highest-paid tight end.

NFL 1 hour ago

Retired NFL star Jason Kelce lands a new job with ESPN, report says

Former Eagles center Jason Kelce reportedly will be joining ESPN’s “Monday Night Football” pregame show after retiring earlier this year.
Media 3 hours ago

Peacock streaming subscription prices to increase by $2 ahead of the Summer Olympics

Comcast’s streaming service Peacock will see a price increase of $2 this summer.
Times Square 5 hours ago

From live music to DJ sets: 80+ free shows are coming to Times Square this summer

The Times Square Alliance announced more than 80 free, open-air events in Times Square this summer as part of its TSQ LIVE series. TSQ LIVE features artists, performers and more to share their work across two stages in one of the most iconic places not only in New York City, but also the world. The different events are free, open…
Citi Field 57 mins ago

Mets hosting $1 hot dog night Tuesday

If you’re a fan of hot dogs and baseball, the Mets have the promotion for you. On Tuesday, April 30, for the game against the Chicago Cubs, fans will be able to buy Nathan’s hot dogs for $1 at the ballpark. According to the Mets website, gluten free and veggie hot dog options are available. There’s a limit of...
Westchester County 5 hours ago

Breeze Airways announces new routes, additional service from Westchester County airport

Low-cost carrier Breeze Airways announces new routes and additional service for the summer from Westchester County airport. The changes include: Breeze started flying in May 2021 and serves 56 cities in 29 states.
Bronx 5 hours ago

Mother charged with murder after 6-year-old daughter found cold to touch in Bronx home

A mother in the Bronx was arrested and charged with murdering her young daughter nearly a year after the 6-year-old girl was found dead in the family’s home, according to police.
food 8 hours ago

NYC to require warning labels for sugary foods and drinks in chain restaurants

New York City residents may soon see warning labels next to sugary foods and drinks in chain restaurants and coffee shops. A law set to go into effect later this year requires food businesses with 15 storefronts or more to post a warning icon next to menu items containing at least 50 grams of added sugar. The city’s health department...
New York Rangers 6 hours ago

Rangers finish off sweep of the Capitals, move on to the 2nd round of the NHL playoffs

The New York Rangers have advanced to the second round of the NHL playoffs after finishing off a sweep of the Washington Capitals with a 4-2 victory in Game 4. Artemi Panarin scored the go-ahead goal on the power play early in the third period. Igor Shesterkin finished with 23 saves in another brilliant performance. Alex Ovechkin did not have......
Newark 18 hours ago

Suspected carjacker slams into NJ bar, pinning couple between building and burning car

Two people were hospitalized overnight after a carjacking suspect pinned the man and woman up against a Newark bar late Saturday. Officials in the New Jersey city said police responded to the Cozy Corner Bar around 12 a.m. for reports of a vehicle crash at the corner of South 12th Street and South Orange Avenue. Newark’s public safety directo...
Earthquakes 8 hours ago

Magnitude 2.9 earthquake recorded in New Jersey. Did you feel it?

How about a bit of shaking to start the weekend? Another earthquake was recorded in New Jersey on Saturday — this one came in at a magnitude of 2.9 near Gladstone in Somerset County. That’s just shy of 50 miles from New York City. “We have not received any reports of damage to structures, roadways, or infrastructure,” the Ne...
Brooklyn Apr 27

Police investigate ‘suspicious' body found burning in Brooklyn boat

An early morning fire led New York City officials to the discovery of a body found burning inside a boat. Firefighters say they received a call about a dumpster fire in Brooklyn, inside a parking lot on Conover Street between Beard and Reed streets in Red Hook. The call came in just before 5 a.m. When they arrived on the…
cold case Apr 27

‘Midtown Jane Doe' cold case breakthrough comes after 50-year DNA match to 9/11 victim

A cold case murder mystery out of midtown Manhattan is now closer to being solved. The victim, who had been classified as a Jane Doe after she was killed five decades ago has been identified through one of her relatives, who died on 9/11. On West 46th Street between 8th and 9th avenues in Hell’s Kitchen, the past, present and…
Brooklyn Apr 27

Brooklyn Half Marathon: route, road closures, what to know

More than 20,000 runners are set to hit the streets of Brooklyn on Sunday, April 28 for the NYCRUNS Brooklyn Half Marathon. “NYCRUNS is proud to host the over 20,000 runners who will be basking in the glow of Brooklyn this Sunday,” said Steve Lastoe, founder and CEO of NYCRUNS, in a press release. “It’s always amazing to see how…

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