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Former NJ Sen. Bob Menendez to be sentenced today on bribery charges
U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez (D-NJ) leaves Manhattan federal court on July 15, 2024 in New York City. Menendez and his wife Nadine are accused of taking bribes of gold bars, a luxury car, and cash in...
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MTA reports dip in fare evasion as NYPD arrests skyrocket in subway system
The MTA has hired hundreds of private security guards to stand near subway emergency gates.The MTA estimates 44% of bus riders and 10% of subway riders skipped the fare during the final three months of...
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10 ways to commemorate Black History Month in New York City
The Museum of the City of New York invites guests to learn about Brooklyn-born politician Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman elected to US Congress, at their exhibition dedicated to her life and...
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Extra Extra: The city mulched a ton of unsold Christmas trees this year
Because Mulchfest almost hit a new record, here are your afternoon links: Kelly Ripa is a George Norcross fan, Terraza 7 trying to fight off eviction, Melania Trump wore a tuxedo and more. [ more › ]
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Former NJ Sen. Bob Menendez sentenced to 11 years for corruption
Robert Menendez enters a Manhattan federal courthouse.Prosecutors wrote he is the first senator convicted of a crime involving abuse of a leadership position on a Senate committee. He's also the first...
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Another ex-FDNY chief pleads guilty to federal charges in 'pay-to-play' scheme
Saccavino reportedly made $57,000 from the scheme, which involved fast-tracking inspections in exchange for bribes.Anthony Saccavino, 59, reportedly made $57,000 from the scheme, which involved...
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Immigration raids in NYC netted 'criminals' but also plenty who weren't,...
Leonardo Fabian Cando Juntamay as he sits in a holding cell in a processing area at 26 Federal Plaza after he was detained during ICE-led operations on Tuesday in New York City.The Homeland Security...
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Manhattan traffic moves way faster since congestion pricing launched, MTA says
MTA officials hope gridlock like this will disappear in Manhattan as congestion pricing discourages tens of thousands of drivers from entering the borough every day.The MTA says faster travel times...
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Queens prosecutors charge 10 alleged Tren de Aragua members in multistate gun...
Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz speaks at the press conference Wednesday.A special grand jury charged two alleged leaders of the group with selling and possessing illegal firearms. They could...
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Hoboken PATH station shuts for a month on Thursday night. Here's how to get...
People ride on a PATH subway train bound for the Hoboken station in December 2023.Officials say this was the "least painful" way to quickly complete extensive repairs. [ more › ]
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New legislation would speed repairs for fire victims by making NYC landlords...
A fire burns at an apartment building on 2910 Wallace Ave. in the Bronx on Jan. 10, 2025.State Sen. Michael Gianaris said Gothamist’s reporting on lengthy delays for tenants trying to return to...
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People lost over $76K handing phones to scammers on NY streets last year,...
The NYPD says last year, scammers duped dozens of people into handing over their cellphones, then transferred themselves money.Dozens of people fell for the scam, according to the NYPD. [ more › ]
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Early Addition: The Bronx gets loud
Because J. Lo even sang a song about it, here are your early links: Bookstores are thriving, Imogen Heap is also thriving, Beans Factor is my favorite golfer and more. [ more › ]
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No panhandling, peeing or lying on subway seats: NYPD launches new...
A homeless man sleeps on a northbound F train, March 31, 2023, in Brooklyn, New York.Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch said two new initiatives are aimed at making people feel safe. [ more › ]
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'Like Florida without sunshine': The end of Blue Man Group's 33-year run in NYC
Members of the Blue Man Group celebrate their 30th anniversary atop the Empire State Building.“ We were just three guys who decided to get bald and blue,” said one of the show's cofounders. [ more › ]
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NJ ‘rushed,’ miscalculated land estimates for affordable housing, mayor says
Farrington Lake, East Brunswick, NJEast Brunswick’s mayor says the state overestimated the amount of developable land in town by nearly 300%. [ more › ]
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New Yorkers are getting burned by heating costs as gas bills soar, report says
Heating costs have steadily since 2022, according to a new report.The average Con Edison customer is paying almost $50 more per month for gas heating compared to 2022. [ more › ]
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Migrant man arrested by feds at Bronx apartment faces fugitive charge,...
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection insignia on a dividerHis arrest was among those highlighted by Trump administration officials in New York City this week. [ more › ]
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Extra Extra: Who are the careless high rollers throwing precious metals in...
Because metal is both recyclable and valuable, here are your afternoon links: The Yankees should still be good this year, chins are in, baby born in a Krispy Kreme is getting free donuts and more. [...
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NYC Health and Hospitals, taking on false social posts, says it won't report...
Elmhurst Hospital Center in Queens.The hospital system said "All New Yorkers should seek care without fear." [ more › ]
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