Frightening elevator issues at Queens high-rise: "It's a ticking time bomb"

Recurring elevator problems are back and worse than ever at one New York City high-rise, according to tenants.

• Apr 18

New Jersey bans "funky" Bradford pear tree, among other invasive species

The Invasive Species Management Act outlaws the sale and spread of species, like the Bradford pear, Japanese barberry and running bamboo, in the Garden State.

• Apr 18

United flight diverts to Pittsburgh over "possible security issue," officials say

A United Airlines flight from Chicago to New York was diverted to Pittsburgh Saturday afternoon. Passengers were forced to evacuate via emergency slides.

• Apr 20

Devastating fire in Newark, N.J., displaces over 60 residents

Crews rushed to the scene on Jefferson Street, where witnesses said flames erupted from the roof and spread to neighboring buildings.

• Apr 18

NJ Transit emergency drills at MetLife Stadium before FIFA World Cup

The New Jersey Transit Police Department conducted its annual emergency response drill Saturday at MetLife Stadium in preparation for the FIFA World Cup.

• Apr 18

Gavin DeGraw wowed by NYC bartender after piano bar performance

Singer-songwriter Gavin DeGraw turned to social media for help reconnecting with a New York City bartender after a memorable performance this week.

• Apr 17

Judge declines to dismiss case in 1979 disappearance of Etan Patz

The murder case surrounding the 1979 disappearance of 6-year-old Etan Patz in NYC is on track for a third trial.

• Apr 17

Air Canada to suspend flights to JFK starting in June as jet fuel costs soar

Air Canada said its flights from Toronto and Montreal to New York City's JFK will cease June 1 and resume Oct. 25.

• Apr 17

Hofstra student diagnosed with severe autism at age 2 graduating with honors

A young Long Island man who overcame autism to graduate high school as valedictorian is now poised to graduate from Hofstra with top honors.

• Apr 17

Trump says "Mamdani is DESTROYING New York" after pied-à-terre tax proposal

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is brushing off a social media attack by President Trump about his taxing policies.

• Apr 17

Stray bullet kills 78-year-old Bronx man sitting on bench

Edgar Spence, 78, lived on Alexander Avenue in the Bronx for over 20 years. He quickly became "the grandfather" of the community.

• Apr 17

NYC to install thousands more specialized garbage bins across 5 boroughs

NYC will install 6,500 more specialized garbage bins across the five boroughs by the end of 2027, Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced Friday.

• Apr 17

Ex-NYPD sergeant convicted of manslaughter to be freed on bail

Former NYPD Sgt. Erik Duran will be released from prison as he appeals his manslaughter conviction for throwing a cooler at a fleeing suspect, causing fatal injuries.

• Apr 17

Deal to avoid NYC residential building workers strike hailed as a "win-win"

A tentative deal has been struck to avoid a residential building worker strike in New York City.

• Apr 17

NJ Transit will sell 40k $150 round-trip tickets for each FIFA World Cup game

NJ Transit and the NYNJ Host Committee announced their plan for transportation and parking ahead of the FIFA World Cup games at MetLife Stadium.

• Apr 18

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