Batteries caused huge fires in Brooklyn & Queens, FDNY says
A Brooklyn house fire that injured nine people and a Queens barge fire this week were sparked by lithium-ion batteries, FDNY said.
New Jersey warning about venomous snakes. Here's what to know.
New Jersey wildlife officials are warning residents to watch out for northern copperhead snakes.
Armed man in East Harlem shot, killed by police, NYPD says
NYPD officers shot and killed a man in East Harlem overnight after getting multiple 911 calls about a man with a gun.
How to watch Jets vs. Giants preseason game
The New York Jets face the New York Giants on Saturday in the teams' final game before the 2024 NFL regular season.
Wrong-way driver kills 2 people on Henry Hudson Parkway, NYPD says
A wrong-way driver crashed on the Henry Hudson Parkway and killed 2 people, then fled the scene early Saturday morning, NYPD said.
Jersey Shore police release bodycam of surfer's arrest
Belmar Police released bodycam video of a surfer's arrest after videos from beachgoers raised questions about the officer's actions.
Queens e-bike shop goes up in flames for 2nd time, FDNY says
A Queens e-bike shop went up in flames overnight Wednesday, a New York City fire official said. It's the second time there's been a fire at the shop.
Mom charged in deadly Southern State Parkway crash that killed son
New York State Police said Kerri Bedrick, of Centerport, drove the wrong way on the Southern State Parkway and caused a crash that killed her 9-year-old son.
Connecticut flooding kills at least 2 people, over 100 rescued
Two people were found dead in Oxford, Connecticut and over 100 were rescued from extreme flooding statewide.
George Santos expected to plead guilty in fraud case
Former New York congressman George Santos is expected to enter a guilty plea in federal court Monday on Long Island.
NYC face mask ban backed by Adams
Mayor Eric Adams is throwing his support behind Nassau County's new face mask ban and pushing for a similar law in NYC.
Why was the moon orange last night in NYC?
A plume of smoke from Canadian wildfires gave the moon over New York City an orange tint.
Sen. Bob Menendez officially leaves N.J. senate race
Sen. Bob Menendez officially ended his election campaign on Friday, days before he is set to resign and just after Gov. Phil Murphy appointed a successor.
New York issues Mpox warning amid outbreak in Africa
The New York State Department of Health issued a warning after the WHO declared an Mpox outbreak in Africa a global emergency.
Columbia University restricts access to Manhattan campus
Columbia University is restricting access to the Morningside Heights campus amid reports of potential disruptions on college campuses nationwide.