Bronx man indicted in fatal Queens hit-and-run that killed pedestrian
Prosecutors allege driver fled after striking woman crossing Jamaica Avenue before later calling 911 QUEENS, NY — A Bronx man has been indicted on manslaughter and other charges after prosecutors allege he…
Utica parolee busted after hiding 20 drug baggies in mouth during police booking
A man under state parole supervision was arrested Tuesday after police say he discarded 20 baggies of suspected drugs during a prior booking at the Utica Police Department. Steven Brown, 49, of…
Crashes, downed trees and blocked lanes slow New York roads Friday morning
NEW YORK, N.Y. — A string of crashes, road closures, and construction work slowed traffic across New York State on Friday morning, with downed trees and disabled vehicles adding to the gridlock.…
New Jersey Renews Centuries Old Claim to Staten Island: NYC Borough belongs to us
New Jersey Assembly forms special committee to explore Staten Island annexation TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey General Assembly has introduced a resolution to establish a special committee to investigate the possibility…
Brooklyn gang case ends with 53rd and final conviction in massive federal takedown
BROOKLYN, N.Y. — The final defendant in a years-long federal case targeting the violent Brooklyn-based Bully Gang has pleaded guilty, bringing the total number of convictions to 53, federal authorities announced Thursday.…
Woman groped and injured in Bronx elevator attack suspect still at large
A 34-year-old woman was sexually assaulted and injured after confronting a man who groped her in a Bronx apartment building, police said. The incident occurred around 8:40 p.m. on June 12 near…
Bronx man gets 15 years for shooting that hit 5-year-old girl during vigil gunfire
NEW YORK — A Bronx man was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison Tuesday for illegally possessing ammunition in a 2023 shooting that injured a 5-year-old girl, U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton…
Yonkers man busted for stealing over $50K in church artwork scam
HYDE PARK, N.Y. — A Yonkers man has been charged with grand larceny after allegedly pocketing more than $50,000 for church artwork he never delivered, the Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office said Thursday.…
Two Bronx men sentenced for multistate bank fraud that hit 22 banks and 48 victims
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Two men from the Bronx have been sentenced to federal prison for running a multistate bank fraud conspiracy that targeted at least 28 individuals and 20 businesses, the U.S.…
Hempstead man sentenced to life without parole for deadly robbery spree
MINEOLA, N.Y. — A Hempstead man was sentenced Tuesday to life in prison without the possibility of parole for a string of armed robberies and the cold-blooded killing of a Good Samaritan…
Big payday for lottery winners in Clifton Park and Manhattan
ALBANY, N.Y. — Two lucky players hit the top prize in the July 29 TAKE 5 Evening drawing, each winning $14,778.50, the New York Lottery announced Wednesday. The winning tickets were sold…
Newburgh drug dealer sentenced to 9 years after undercover cocaine sales and gun bust
GOSHEN, N.Y. — A Wallkill man has been sentenced to nine years in prison for selling large quantities of cocaine and possessing an illegal firearm following an undercover sting in Newburgh, Orange…
Popular Energy Drink Recalled After Cans Filled with Alcoholic High Noon Vodka Seltzer Instead
NEW YORK – If you’re feeling a little more energized from your energy drink this week, there’s a good reason why. You could be drinking vodka seltzer instead. High Noon has announced…
Gunman opens fire on Bronx street in late-night shooting as trio flees
BRONX — A group of three unidentified men opened fire on a Bronx street late Wednesday night, targeting a man in front of a residential building before fleeing on foot, police said.…
Off-duty NYPD crossing guard arrested for assault in Brooklyn
BROOKLYN — An off-duty NYPD school crossing guard was arrested Wednesday afternoon and charged with assault, police confirmed. Malasia Frazier, 49, was taken into custody at approximately 2:22 p.m. within the confines…
Brooklyn duo busted for staging car crashes in NYC insurance scam
QUEENS, NY – Two Brooklyn men have been charged with staging multiple car crashes on New York City highways as part of a scheme to file fraudulent insurance claims, prosecutors said. According…
Queens man busted for killing dog and torching body on city street
QUEENS, NY – A 29-year-old Queens man has been charged with multiple crimes, including aggravated animal cruelty and arson, after allegedly killing a pit bull and burning its body in South Ozone…
Winning lottery tickets sold in Manhattan and Clifton Park
ALBANY, NY – Two lucky New York Lottery players are each $14,778.50 richer after hitting the top prize in the July 29 TAKE 5 evening drawing. The winning tickets were sold at…
Animal rights groups call for max penalty after NYC dog set on fire
Man arrested after pit bull set on fire in Queens as animal groups demand maximum penalty NEW YORK — A suspect is in custody after surveillance footage captured a dog being doused…
Manhattan cops arrest EMS lieutenant in theft probe
Off-duty FDNY EMS lieutenant busted for grand larceny in Manhattan NEW YORK — An off-duty FDNY EMS lieutenant was arrested Tuesday morning in Lower Manhattan on grand larceny charges, according to the…
Convenience store ticket turns into five-figure win in NY Lottery
HEMPSTEAD, NY – A lucky player has won $16,561 after purchasing a top-prize TAKE 5 ticket for the Jul 28 midday drawing at a local convenience store. The winning ticket was sold…
