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New York Lawmakers Call for Police Commissioner to Be Stripped of Power to Bury Brutality Cases
The City Council members’ call for reform comes after a ProPublica investigation revealed that NYPD Commissioner Edward Caban had repeatedly short-circuited disciplinary cases against officers accused of abuse.
Court rejects NYC mayor's attempt to stop buses of migrants from arriving
NEW YORK – The New York State Supreme Court has ruled against Mayor Eric Adams' attempt to block migrant buses from arriving in New York City.The mayor had requested a preliminary injunction barring Texas-based bus companies from transporting asylum seekers to the city.The New York Civil Liberties Union argued the mayor's move was unconstitutional. The court agreed and rejected the mayor's request.Tuesday, the mayor's office said it respects the court's decision.Mayor Adams' lawsuit against charter bus companiesIn January, the mayor filed a lawsuit against 17 charter bus companies that had transported asylum seekers to New York City.The lawsuit accused the...
Knicks’ sharp-shooter stunned by trade for Nets star
Just a few months ago, the idea of acquiring Mikal Bridges seemed like a joke. The Brooklyn Nets had no interest in moving one of their key pieces, but the New York Knicks remained patient and waited for an opportunity to strike. They offered Brooklyn a deal they couldn’t refuse, adding yet another Villanova product to a team brimming with chemistry.
Man who followed woman into Chinatown apartment and stabbed her to death is sentenced to 30 years to life
A man who followed a woman from the street up six flights of stairs into her New York City apartment and stabbed her to death was sentenced Tuesday to 30 years to life in prison. Assamad Nash, 27, was sentenced in Manhattan state Supreme Court for the Feb. 13, 2022,...
NBA Trades: The Knicks upgrade frontcourt in potential deal with the Hawks
The New York Knicks have been at the center of the NBA offseason. They arguably pulled off the biggest trade of the summer when they traded Bojan Bogdanovic and five first round picks to the Brooklyn Nets for Mikal Bridges, reuniting him with former Villanova teammates Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart, and Donte DiVencenzo.
Emma Watson In Skimpy Sundress ‘Makes A Bed Sheet Look Good’
Emma Watson proved that the classic sundress style will always be in vogue as she stepped out in a simple white frock back in 2016. Enjoying a weekend stroll in New York City, the Harry Potter actress flew the flag for understated elegance, showing off her toned legs in a low-key way and rocking the loafer finish now adored by supermodel Kendall Jenner.
Northport scone business 'mixes' things up for food pantry benefit festival
Every August, the Scone Goddess in Northport celebrates its anniversary by giving away free scones to anyone who wants one. In 2023, 436 people showed up for Free Scone Day. This year, the midcoast business founded in 2020 will mark the occasion with a festival on Sunday, Aug. 4, to benefit the Northport Food Pantry.
Jennifer Lopez Gets Into Shouting Match With Paparazzi During Hamptons Trip
Jennifer Lopez got into a heated exchange with paparazzi during a trip with her kids to the Hamptons. In a video of the incident, she can be heard telling photographers to get away from her and her children. "Get away from me and the kids," she demands. "Go away!" When...
Alert Issued For Missing Long Island Man
Police are asking for help in locating a missing Long Island man.James Mangino, age 70, of East Northport, was last seen on 8th Avenue at around 3 p.m. Monday, July 29.Suffolk County Police said he suffers from dementia and may be in need of medical attention.Mangino was driving a 2018 white Toyota…
Trump lawyers seek to correct Manhattan district attorney’s ‘misguided’ claims on immunity
Attorneys for former President Donald Trump requested permission from New York Judge Juan Merchan to file a detailed reply to counter what they describe as “misguided and inaccurate” assertions by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg‘s office. The request was laid out in a Thursday letter to Merchan, made public on Tuesday. It follows a Wednesday […]
Alert Issued For Missing 14-Year-Old Uniondale Girl
Hillary Sarmiento, age 14, was last seen in Uniondale on Sunday, July 28 at 3 p.m., said Nassau County Police. Her disappearance was reported to police Tuesday night, July 30. She is described as being 5-foot-3, 120 pounds, with brown eyes and long black hair. She was last seen wearing blue pajamas. No further description or possible known destinations are available at this time, according to police.
NYC weather: Heat advisory affecting New York City until Thursday evening
A heat advisory was issued by the National Weather Service on Wednesday at 3:40 a.m. valid from 1 p.m. until Thursday 8 p.m. for Manhattan, the Bronx, Staten Island, Brooklyn and Queens as well as Nassau County. The weather service adds to anticipate, "Heat index values of 95 to 100...
Massive Storms Coming to New York State
Storms are moving into New York State and they are going to be huge. A few storms could produce heavy rain. It has been pretty dry in New York State for the month of July, but August is going to be starting pretty wet. In Central New York there was...
Hear how stakeholders found financial success in New York State’s legal cannabis market
NY Cannabis Insider (NYCI) hosts unique and interactive business-to-business events across the state that bring together business owners and industry leaders to network and discuss topics essential to the New York State cannabis industry. While previously hosting panel discussions about policy, regulations and plenty of other topics, the upcoming event will exclusively focus on the reason most people enter the legal weed maret: making money. This meetup and networking event is scheduled for August 13 from 6-9 p.m. in New York City and will be held at Madam Mikette’s in Midtown east. Details and tickets available here.
Empire State Child Tax Credit: NY families to receive a supplemental payment
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) —As a part of the state budget, millions of dollars were allocated to help moderate- and low-income families. “$350 million dollars, meaning one million New York families with children will be receiving a check in the mail by the end of August,” said Governor Kathy Hochul. Through the Empire State Child Tax […]
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