Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:46 PM EDT2013-05-23 01:46:23 GMT
The New York City Police Department says it is beefing up security at the British consulate, military recruiting stations and other locations due to an apparent terror attack in London.
The New York City Police Department says it is beefing up security at the British consulate, military recruiting stations and other locations due to an apparent terror attack in London.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:27 PM EDT2013-05-22 16:27:26 GMT
Black and Hispanic men are more likely to be stopped in the Bronx and Brooklyn than other boroughs, according to an analysis of police street stop data released Wednesday by the New York Civil Liberties Union.
Black and Hispanic men are more likely to be stopped in the Bronx and Brooklyn than other boroughs, according to an analysis of police street stop data released Wednesday by the New York Civil Liberties Union.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:10 PM EDT2013-05-22 16:10:42 GMT
The NYPD arrested a suspect in the latest anti-gay attack in the city, said police.
The NYPD arrested a suspect in the latest anti-gay attack in the city, said police. The incident Monday night involved two men, who police say, had met at the Bowery Mission and went out drinking together in the East Village. Roman Gornell, 39, was arrested on Wednesday.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:23 AM EDT2013-05-22 12:23:21 GMT
Ex-congressman Anthony Weiner whose career imploded after raunchy tweets said in a YouTube video announcement that he's in the New York City mayoral race.
Ex-congressman Anthony Weiner whose career imploded after raunchy tweets said in a YouTube video announcement that he's in the New York City mayoral race. A poll released Wednesday placed Weiner in second place behind City Council Speaker Christine Quinn in a Democratic primary.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 9:51 PM EDT2013-05-22 01:51:10 GMT
Just a few days after Mark Carson, 32, was killed for being gay, and only a few hours after a massive rally in the west village calling for an end to the anti-gay violence, it happened again.
Just a few days after Mark Carson, 32, was killed for being gay, and only a few hours after a massive rally in the west village calling for an end to the anti-gay violence, it happened again.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 5:33 PM EDT2013-05-21 21:33:52 GMT
For 35 years, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago has been bringing its brand of contemporary dance to audiences around the world. One of the company's frequent stops is the Joyce Theater in Chelsea where it
For 35 years, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago has been bringing its brand of contemporary dance to audiences around the world. One of the company's frequent stops is the Joyce Theater in Chelsea where it
Tuesday, May 21 2013 1:15 PM EDT2013-05-21 17:15:24 GMT
An NYPD detective is accused of hacking into department computers and obtaining information about dozens of people including co-workers. Edwin Vargas was arrested Tuesday outside his home in Bronxville.
An NYPD detective is accused of hacking into department computers and obtaining information about dozens of people including co-workers.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:23 AM EDT2013-05-21 11:23:53 GMT
The New York jury on which Caroline Kennedy served has acquitted a man of dealing crack cocaine. Kennedy was juror No. 7 at the trial of Harlem resident Nelson Chatman.
The New York jury on which Caroline Kennedy served has acquitted a man of dealing crack cocaine. Kennedy was juror No. 7 at the trial of Harlem resident Nelson Chatman.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 6:51 AM EDT2013-05-21 10:51:26 GMT
The Metropolitan Opera says it's decided to disband its resident ballet company.
The Metropolitan Opera says it's decided to disband its resident ballet company. The American Guild of Musical Artists said the eight remaining dancers of the Metropolitan Opera Ballet have accepted buyout packages.
Monday, May 20 2013 6:05 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:05:22 GMT
A spate of hate-fueled attacks on gay men in New York, including a killing in the heart of one of its most gay-friendly neighborhoods, is stirring up anxiety, disbelief and outrage.
A spate of hate-fueled attacks on gay men in New York, including a killing in the heart of one of its most gay-friendly neighborhoods, is stirring up anxiety, disbelief and outrage.
Three people have been charged with taking bribes from a Chinese government-supported institution in exchange for restricted research from a New York University lab.
Three people have been charged with taking bribes from a Chinese government-supported institution in exchange for restricted research from a New York University lab.
Sunday, May 19 2013 10:57 PM EDT2013-05-20 02:57:40 GMT
The federal judge presiding over civil rights challenges to the stop-and-frisk practices of the New York Police Department has no doubt where she stands with the government.
The federal judge presiding over civil rights challenges to the stop-and-frisk practices of the New York Police Department has no doubt where she stands with the government.
Friday, May 17 2013 5:54 PM EDT2013-05-17 21:54:45 GMT
The big game will be played in New Jersey but the big party will be in New York City. Organizers call it "Super Bowl Boulevard."
The big game will be played in New Jersey but the big party will be in New York City. Organizers call it "Super Bowl Boulevard": it will stretch from 44th Street on Broadway all the way to 34th Street.
Friday, May 17 2013 8:21 AM EDT2013-05-17 12:21:42 GMT
A new photo exhibit at an art gallery in Chelsea is drawing the ire of residents who are the artist's subjects, unknowingly.
A new photo exhibit at an art gallery in Chelsea is drawing the ire of residents who are the artist's subjects, unknowingly. The artist, Arne Svenson, is reportedly taking the photos through their TriBeCa building windows. In some photos, the residents are bending over, sleeping and cleaning.
Thursday, May 16 2013 6:06 PM EDT2013-05-16 22:06:34 GMT
A smuggling ring that made a fortune selling more than a million cartons of untaxed cigarettes in New York may have funneled some of the illicit proceeds to terrorist groups, authorities said.
A smuggling ring that made a fortune selling more than a million cartons of untaxed cigarettes in New York may have funneled some of the illicit proceeds to terrorist groups, authorities said.
Thursday, May 16 2013 1:36 PM EDT2013-05-16 17:36:00 GMT
A water taxi struck a dock at Pier A and Battery Park Place in Manhattan on Thursday, according to FDNY officials. Two people suffered minor injuries. They refused medical attention.
A water taxi struck a dock at Pier A and Battery Park Place in Manhattan on Thursday, according to FDNY officials. Two people suffered minor injuries. They refused medical attention.
Thursday, May 16 2013 1:17 PM EDT2013-05-16 17:17:42 GMT
Several New York lawmakers are sounding the alarm about security and safety lapses at day care centers across New York City.
Several New York lawmakers are sounding the alarm about security and safety lapses at day care centers across New York City. In a report released Thursday, dozens of daycares cited by the Dept. of Health for serious and critical health code violations since 2010, have not fixed the problems and continue to operate without penalty.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 11:08 PM EDT2013-05-16 03:08:35 GMT
A judge in Manhattan put the brakes on the so-called Taxi of Tomorrow because the Nissan-built minivan does not come in a hybrid version -- a violation of the city code.
A judge in Manhattan put the brakes on the so-called Taxi of Tomorrow because the Nissan-built minivan does not come in a hybrid version -- a violation of the city code.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 9:54 PM EDT2013-05-15 01:54:43 GMT
The FDNY must subject itself to court supervision for five years to ensure it does not discriminate against blacks and Hispanics in its hiring practices, a federal appeals court said.
The FDNY must subject itself to court supervision for five years to ensure it does not discriminate against blacks and Hispanics in its hiring practices, a federal appeals court said.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 7:59 AM EDT2013-05-14 11:59:08 GMT
Fox 5 News looked at two years of inspection reports at both public and private schools, from kindergarten through high school, and found some of the schools with the most critical violations.
Fox 5 News looked at two years of inspection reports at both public and private schools, from kindergarten through high school, and found some of the schools with the most critical violations. We also pinpointed some school cafeterias with ongoing health code issues.
Friday, May 10 2013 5:01 PM EDT2013-05-10 21:01:50 GMT
Port Authority cops arrested two men in connection with the brutal beating of two gay men on the West Side of Manhattan Friday morning, an official said.
Port Authority cops arrested two men in connection with the brutal beating of two gay men on the West Side of Manhattan Friday morning, an official said.
Friday, May 10 2013 6:34 AM EDT2013-05-10 10:34:55 GMT
Federal prosecutors say a gang of cyber-criminals stole $45 million by hacking their way into a database of prepaid debit cards. Seven people are under arrest in the case.
Federal prosecutors say a gang of cyber-criminals stole $45 million by hacking their way into a database of prepaid debit cards. Seven people are under arrest in the case, which involved thousands of thefts from ATMs in 26 countries and NYC.
Thursday, May 9 2013 12:21 PM EDT2013-05-09 16:21:25 GMT
New York City has set a date for starting its bike-sharing program -- Memorial Day.
New York City has set a date for starting its bike-sharing program -- Memorial Day. The program will start with 6,000 bikes at 330 stations in Manhattan and parts of Brooklyn. There are plans to expand it eventually to 10,000 bikes and 600 docking stations in Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens.
Friday, May 3 2013 6:35 PM EDT2013-05-03 22:35:57 GMT
In the six months since Superstorm Sandy the ASPCA has been patching up Cairo, a pit bull terrier mix, but he is still looking for a home. He was about five months old when he was found abandoned in Brooklyn
In the six months since Superstorm Sandy the ASPCA has been patching up Cairo, a pit bull terrier mix, but he is still looking for a home. He was about five months old when he was found abandoned in Brooklyn
Monday, April 22 2013 5:44 PM EDT2013-04-22 21:44:17 GMT
New York Democratic Rep. Charles Rangel has filed a lawsuit in federal court seeking to overturn a House decision in 2010 to censure him for financial wrongdoing.
New York Democratic Rep. Charles Rangel has filed a lawsuit in federal court seeking to overturn a House decision in 2010 to censure him for financial wrongdoing.
Wednesday, April 17 2013 7:54 PM EDT2013-04-17 23:54:01 GMT
New York City's Office of Chief Medical Examiner has identified the remains of a 55-year-old man who died in the destruction of the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001.
New York City's Office of Chief Medical Examiner has identified the remains of a 55-year-old man who died in the destruction of the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001.
Friday, April 5 2013 5:44 PM EDT2013-04-05 21:44:58 GMT
A New York federal judge has ruled that the Food and Drug Administration must make emergency contraceptives available to women of all ages within 30 days.
A New York federal judge has ruled that the Food and Drug Administration must make emergency contraceptives available to women of all ages within 30 days.
Thursday, March 21 2013 5:57 PM EDT2013-03-21 21:57:07 GMT
Some of the most recognizable names in young adult fiction have come together to promote literacy. They took part in the anthology "Who Done It?" published
Some of the most recognizable names in young adult fiction have come together to promote literacy. They took part in the anthology "Who Done It?" published
Saturday, March 9 2013 9:01 AM EST2013-03-09 14:01:54 GMT
Residents of Chelsea and Greenwich Village in Manhattan are worried that a planned natural gas pipeline could leak toxins or even blow up, according to DNAinfo.com.
Residents of Chelsea and Greenwich Village in Manhattan are worried that a planned natural gas pipeline could leak toxins or even blow up, according to DNAinfo.com.
Tuesday, March 5 2013 10:56 PM EST2013-03-06 03:56:04 GMT
Fox Sports 1 is coming. It's a brand-new cable sports network that will hit the air this summer. Athletes and other stars attended a party at the Roseland Ballroom on Tuesday night to introduce it.
Fox Sports 1 is coming. It's a brand-new cable sports network that will hit the air this summer. Athletes and other stars attended a party at the Roseland Ballroom on Tuesday night to introduce it.
Thursday, February 28 2013 11:06 PM EST2013-03-01 04:06:41 GMT
The dark underground tunnels of the New York City subway system have been the stuff nightmares for me and probably many who grew up in the city. It should be.
The dark underground tunnels of the New York City subway system have been the stuff nightmares for me and probably many who grew up in the city. It should be.
The U.S. Department of Transportation has ordered Fung Wah Bus Transportation Inc. to stop carrying passengers and submit its 28 buses for detailed safety inspections.
The U.S. Department of Transportation has ordered Fung Wah Bus Transportation Inc. to stop carrying passengers and submit its 28 buses for detailed safety inspections.
Tuesday, February 19 2013 6:02 PM EST2013-02-19 23:02:07 GMT
Columbia University physics professor Emlyn Hughes stripped down to his shorts in class on Monday. He did this before a backdrop of images showing the 9/11 attacks, Nazis, Adolf Hitler, and Saddam Hussein.
Columbia University physics professor Emlyn Hughes stripped down to his shorts in class on Monday. He did this before a backdrop of images showing the 9/11 attacks, Nazis, Adolf Hitler, and Saddam Hussein.
Monday, February 18 2013 10:10 PM EST2013-02-19 03:10:10 GMT
If you are like most New Yorkers, you have probably eaten at one of the hundreds of mobile food carts parked on almost every street corner in the city.
If you are like most New Yorkers, you have probably eaten at one of the hundreds of mobile food carts parked on almost every street corner in the city.
