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Steve Cohen-Backed Queens Casino Delayed Following Intense Community Backlash at Hearing
The multibillion-dollar Metropolitan Park casino project near Citi Field and Flushing faces delays after a city board postponed key design approvals amid strong community protests.
Free Eviction Lawyers in NYC Reduce ER Visits While Lengthening Housing Court Battles
A new UCLA study shows emergency room visits dropped after NYC offered free lawyers for low-income tenants facing eviction, but landlords may face longer Housing Court legal battles.
Bronx Parents Indicted for Murder After Allegedly Starving 3-Year-Old Child to Death
A Bronx couple has been indicted after allegedly starving their 3-year-old child to death and severely neglecting their other son, who was hospitalized for severe malnutrition, according to prosecutors.
Former NYC Parks Chief Warned Queens Casino Plan Could Worsen Local Flooding Issues
An internal memo from NYC's former parks commissioner reveals major concerns over the $8 billion casino project near Flushing, warning it could worsen neighborhood flooding and restrict public park access.
NYC Releases 210,000 Secret 9/11 Records Revealing City Covered Up Lower Manhattan Toxic Dust
The NYC administration released 40,000 more 9/11 records, bringing the total to 210,000 pages. The documents reveal the city withheld toxic dust certifications to shield itself from lawsuits, impacting Lower Manhattan and Chinatown residents.
NYC Subsidized Childcare Waitlist Moves with First 3000 Families Notified for Vouchers
NYC has begun processing its subsidized childcare waitlist, notifying an initial batch of 3,000 families of their voucher eligibility. Eligible parents should check emails immediately to avoid missing out.
Feds Probe Multiple NYC Adult Day Care Centers Over Suspected Medicaid Fraud
Federal authorities are probing multiple adult day care centers across NYC over Medicaid fraud and illegal kickbacks, sparking widespread concern among seniors in Brooklyn and Flushing.
NYC Launches First In-Person Jobs Center Near Chinatown to Help Residents Land City Positions
NYC has launched its first Jobs NYC Center at 2 Lafayette Street near Chinatown, offering in-person civil service application assistance, job matching, and training to help residents secure stable city government positions.
Immigrants in New York Can Claim Child Support Regardless of Legal Status
New York allows parents with custody to file for child support regardless of income or immigration status, covering prorated shares of healthcare and childcare expenses.
Scammers Use AI Clones of Immigration Lawyers on TikTok to Steal Legal Fees
A new AI deepfake scam is targeting New York immigrants on TikTok, where fraudsters clone prominent lawyers to swindle thousands in fake legal fees via Zelle and CashApp.
CUNY Expands One-Stop Program to Help Students Tackle Housing Food and Healthcare Crises
CUNY is expanding its CUNY CARES initiative to assist students facing severe rental arrears, food assistance cuts, and healthcare issues, directly connecting thousands to vital public benefits and housing aid.
Feds Target Over 80 NYC Senior Care Centers for Suspected Medicaid Fraud
Federal officials have put over 80 New York City senior care centers on notice over suspected Medicaid fraud and inflated billing, launching targeted scrutiny across local facilities.
Off-Duty Con Ed Worker Fatally Shot in GWB Road Rage Shooting
An off-duty Con Edison worker was fatally shot in an apparent road rage incident on the upper level of the George Washington Bridge Tuesday night, as police actively hunt the escaped gunman.
NYC Subway Shooting Leaves Family Man Dead as Commuter Safety Concerns Surge
A dedicated family man and gym enthusiast was tragically shot dead on an NYC subway train, raising fresh safety alarms for daily transit riders despite heightened police patrols across the network.
New Report Urges Automated Driverless Trains for 5.5 Billion Dollar IBX Line
A new transit report urges the MTA to adopt fully automated, driverless light metro technology for the $5.5 billion Interborough Express (IBX), connecting Brooklyn and Queens in 30 minutes across 18 stations.
Drunken NY Driver Fatally Runs Over Woman Following Minor Fender Bender in Road Rage
A drunken New York driver fatally ran over a woman who slapped his vehicle after a minor fender-bender, then fled the scene before being apprehended and charged with murder.
Driver Shot Dead in George Washington Bridge Drive-By Shooting Gunman at Large
A motorist was killed in a brazen drive-by shooting on the upper level of the George Washington Bridge, with the suspect still at large, sparking safety concerns for tri-state commuters.
Undocumented Migrant Wanted by ICE Arrested for Ramming NYPD Cop and Fleeing
A 31-year-old undocumented migrant wanted by ICE was arrested after allegedly ramming an NYPD officer and fleeing in the South Bronx, just weeks after being released for a violent assault.
FBI Raids Adult Day Cares Across NYC in Major Medicaid Fraud Investigation
FBI agents raided multiple NYC adult day care centers in an expanding Medicaid fraud probe, targeting kickbacks and false billing that affect local seniors and providers.
Driver Found Shot on George Washington Bridge Causing Major Traffic Shutdown
A driver with a gunshot wound was discovered on the upper level of the George Washington Bridge on Tuesday night, prompting Port Authority police to close all westbound upper lanes for an investigation.