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Today in Hip-Hop History: BDP’s Scott La Rock Shot And Killed In The Bronx 37 Years Ago
On August 27th, 37 years ago, the hip-hop community was struck with a tragedy as Scott Sterling, also known as DJ Scott La Rock of Boogie Down Productions, was shot and killed in the South Bronx. The incident occurred in an attempt to break up a fight near the Highbridge Housing Projects, marking the first shooting of its kind in hip-hop history.
Men’s Basketball Announces 2024-25 Non-Conference Schedule
BRONX, N.Y. – Entering his third season at the helm of the program, Fordham Men's Basketball Head Coach Keith Urgo has announced his team's non-conference schedule for the upcoming 2024-25 campaign. The challenging slate features at least three games against high major opponents, including a pair of local foes...
Yankees ignite playoff roster competition with latest outfielder waiver claim
The New York Yankees made the procedural decision to move reliever Ian Hamilton to the 60-Day Injured List on Monday afternoon in order to take a proactive look at a potential playoff burner. Don't worry. Hamilton's timeline for return hasn't changed -- or, at least, if it has, the change...
Warwick Citizen of Year Nomination Deadline Nears
WARWICK — Warwick Valley Rotarians are seeking additional nominations for Warwick’s 2024-2025 Citizen of the Year and for two Outstanding Community Service Awards. Candidates should be volunteers who have demonstrated a commitment to community service over an extended time. A letter outlining the accomplishments and reasons for the...
Man spit on in antisemitic incident on the Upper East Side, police say
UPPER EAST SIDE, Manhattan (PIX11) — Police are searching for a man accused of making antisemitic comments and spitting on a man on the Upper East Side in July, NYPD officials said. A 65-year-old man was walking when a man walked up to him and started making antisemitic comments near Fifth Avenue and East 68th […]
Schools revamp how kids are taught to read amid lagging scores
Only about one-third of elementary school students in the U.S. are reading at grade level, according to the recent National Assessment of Educational Progress. In response, many schools are rethinking how they teach kids to read.In one New York City first grade classroom, Melissa Jones-Diaz goes letter by letter, teaching the specific rules that form the English language. For decades, most schools felt it was unnecessary to explicitly teach kids these rules, preferring to give students time with books on the belief they would most likely figure it out for themselves.Now, specific, detailed instruction is taking over."It was a big...
Melania Trump marks 28th anniversary of immigrating to US
Former first lady Melania Trump celebrated her 28th anniversary of immigrating to the United States and praised New York City as a place that “captivated my heart.” Trump, who was born in Slovenia, moved to New York City in 1996 and became a U.S. citizen in 2006. “New York City captivated my heart the moment […]
Newburgh Represented in a Huge Way on the Food Network
Chef Mike who has made a name for himself in Newburgh will be featured on the Food Network. Sometimes there are just people who stand out and Chef Mike is surely one of them. I met Chef Mike a few years ago when he was working at one of my favorite spots in Newburgh. Right away, he stood out for his kindness, dedication and his enormous passion for food.
Troy Ave Released From Jail, Heads Home With a Lamborghini & Bag of Cash
Troy Ave has been released from New York City’s Rikers Island after being inside since February.Lea Michele Welcomes Baby No. 2 With Husband Zandy Reich He commemorated the occasion with an Instagram post on Monday (Aug. 26), sharing a picture of himself in front of a Rikers Island sign holding a bag of cash, a red Lamborghini Urus next to him. He captioned the post,”Ya boi home!” In a video clip shared by DJ Akademiks, the rapper is heard saying, “We out. I wanna go straight to the airport.” Earlier this year, the Brooklyn rapper turned himself in to begin his prison sentence...
Landscaper helps struggling Harrison couple
A neighbor in Harrison, New York recently jumped into action to lend a helpful hand to an elderly couple in need. After learning a husband and wife were struggling to maintain their property, a landscaper took it upon himself to get the job done. FOX 5 NY’s Richard Giacovas has the story.
Strike Narrowly Avoided At Country Club In Mamaroneck That Hosted US Open 6 Times
A vote on the potential strike was originally going to be held on Monday, Aug. 26 by members of Local 32BJ of the Service Employees International Union working at Mamaroneck's Winged Foot Golf Club, according to union officials. However, the vote was called off after the country club gave union...
18-year-old killed by boat propeller near Harvey Cedars, New Jersey
HARVEY CEDARS, N.J. (CBS) -- A young woman died over the weekend after she was hit by a boat propeller off of Long Beach Island, New Jersey State Police said Monday.According to the department, 18-year-old Zeina Mahafzah, of Wayne, New Jersey, was on a raft being pulled by a boat on Sunday, Aug. 25 when she was hit by the propeller as she tried to get back on the vessel.NJ State Police said she suffered "fatal injuries" as a result of the impact, which happened just off Sunset Park in the Harvey Cedars Borough.On Monday, the Harvey Cedars Police Department said on Facebook they were working with New Jersey State Police on the investigation, and asked people to "keep the family and community in your thoughts and prayers."The fatal incident remains under investigation, according to NJ State Police.
AG James seeks fines against anti-abortion group for allegedly interfering with clinics
The New York Attorney General's Office is asking a federal judge to hold the militant anti-abortion group Red Rose Rescue in contempt for what it says are multiple attempts to interfere with patient access to Planned Parenthood clinics in New York City. In a legal filing Tuesday, New York Attorney General Letitia James...
Top Prize-Winning Lottery Ticket Sold At Long Island Convenience Store
Are you feeling lucky?A top prize-winning TAKE 5 ticket was sold in North Merrick, at the Fast Break convenience store on Merrick Avenue, New York Lottery announced.The ticket – worth $17,145 – was sold for the Midday drawing held Monday, Aug. 26.TAKE 5 drawings are held twice daily, at 2:30 p.m. a…
What could a school smartphone ban look like in NY?
NEW YORK (PIX11) – As NYC students return to school next week, Gov. Kathy Hochul is considering a statewide school smartphone ban. Chalkbeat reporter Alex Zimmerman joins PIX11 to discuss what a possible cellphone ban could look like, how other states implement this type of ban, and potential pushback from school administration. Watch the video […]
Climate advocates try to prepare Harlem residents for the worst
NEW YORK — This week, New York City is expecting more heat, plus more rain. As the roller coaster weather continues this summer, WE ACT for Environmental Justice encourages Harlem neighbors to prepare for any kind of climate emergency.Advocates speaking to residents at the West Side Federation for Senior and Supportive Housing's Red Oak apartment building said they do not want to scare you, but they want to prepare you for the worst. WE ACT collaborated with the Columbus-Amsterdam Business Improvement District for the workshop."It always seems like a distant threat, but it's really here and it's happening," said WE ACT...
Little boy’s death sends message to Gov. Hochul to sign act to help grieving families
Three-year-old’s tragic death brings awareness to state law. Reaction is pouring in after the story of the little boy, Micah McManus died at Albany Med Pediatric ER. It’s giving lawmakers another reason to put pressure on Gov. Kathy Hochul to sign a bill that would help grieving families, like Micah’s.
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