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Federal and State Task Force Raids Multiple NYC Adult Day Care Centers in Medicaid Fraud Crackdown
Federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies raided multiple adult day care centers across Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island on Tuesday as part of a major investigation targeting Medicaid fraud and abuse.
Brooklyn Park Cold Case Remains Unsolved a Decade After Mothers Brutal Slaying
A brutal murder at Bay Ridge Owls Head Park remains unsolved a decade later as police continue their search for the killer of a 35-year-old mother.
Masked Vandal Destroys Seven OMNY Subway Readers in Brooklyn Station
A masked vandal armed with a drill smashed seven OMNY tap machines at Brooklyn's Church Avenue B/Q station on Wednesday afternoon, disrupting commuters as NYPD hunts for the suspect.
NYPD Hunts Gunman Who Robbed Young Woman of $2800 in Jewelry in Jackson Heights
The NYPD is searching for an armed suspect who robbed a 21-year-old woman of $2,800 in jewelry in Jackson Heights during the early morning. A reward of up to $3,500 is being offered for information.
Surprise Daycare Fraud Crackdown Leaves Directors Scrambling as Officials Tighten Scrutiny
Officials launched surprise inspections targeting daycare fraud and subsidy abuse, catching operators off guard. Chinese daycare providers and eligible families are urged to ensure strict compliance.
NYC to Ban Historic Central Park Horse Carriages After Fatal Tourist Incident
After nearly two decades of debate, NYC Council is set to pass legislation this Thursday ending Central Park horse carriages, permanently banning operations following a fatal accident.
Federal Agents Launch Investigation Across Brooklyn Neighborhoods Sparking Widespread Community Attention
According to the Brooklyn Eagle, federal agents have initiated law enforcement investigations across Brooklyn neighborhoods, prompting local Chinese residents and business owners to stay vigilant regarding safety and legal rights.
Queens DA and NYPD Host Gun Buyback Offering Up to $500 Bank Cards
The Queens DA and NYPD will host a no-questions-asked gun buyback in Jamaica this Saturday, offering bank cards up to $500 for operable firearms to curb violence.
Legal Strategy Revealed for Luigi Mangione in Manhattan CEO Slaying Case
Newly unsealed court filings reveal Luigi Mangione's defense team considered a mental health defense in the UnitedHealthcare CEO murder before deciding to plead guilty.
Young Man Dies Days After E-Scooter Crash on Northern Boulevard in Long Island City
A 22-year-old Astoria man died a week after crashing his stand-up e-scooter on Northern Boulevard in Long Island City. He lost control while swerving to avoid a vehicle and suffered fatal head trauma.
Queens Father Sues NYPD Alleging Police Intentionally Crashed Vehicle into Moped Injuring Teen
A Queens father has sued the NYPD alleging officers deliberately collided their vehicle into a moped carrying his innocent 14-year-old son causing severe bone fractures and head trauma.
Queens Driver in Fatal Crash Charged with Hate Crime for Vandalizing Bagel Shop
A 22-year-old Queens man facing manslaughter charges for fatally striking an elderly woman was indicted on hate crime charges for repeatedly vandalizing a local kosher bagel shop.
Two Brooklyn Mail Carriers Indicted for Stealing Nearly $15,000 in Checks
Two Brooklyn postal workers were indicted for stealing nearly $15,000 in checks along their delivery routes and depositing them into personal accounts, prosecutors announced.
Two Brooklyn Postal Workers Indicted for Stealing Nearly $15,000 in Mail Checks
Two USPS mail carriers in East New York were indicted for stealing nearly $15,000 in checks from residents on their routes and depositing them into personal accounts.
Bronx Man Brutally Beaten and Slashed with Glass Bottle Outside Bodega Suspect Wanted
A 39-year-old man was brutally attacked and bashed in the face with a glass bottle outside a Bronx bodega following a verbal dispute. The NYPD has released surveillance images and is actively seeking the suspect.
NYC Pushes Treadmill-Style Devices to Crack Down on Illegal E-Bikes and Scooters
The NYC City Council is advancing legislation to equip the NYPD with portable dynamometers to measure e-bike speed and power on city streets, cracking down on illegal and modified micromobility devices.
NYC Expands 4.8 Million Gun Violence Prevention Program Across Brooklyn and Manhattan
NYC is allocating $4.8 million to expand its Crisis Management System in Bushwick, Harlem, and Washington Heights, adding 42 violence interrupters to prevent shootings.
NYC Corridor Plagued by Homeless Living in RVs and Trucks Sparking Community Outcry
A row of RVs and trucks has turned an NYC corridor into an eyesore for years. Homeless individuals living inside cite a lack of alternatives, raising hygiene and safety concerns for nearby residents.
NYC 911 Ambulance Response Times Soar Over 40 Percent Sparking City Council Hearing
A new city report reveals FDNY ambulance response times have surged over 40%, with non-life-threatening waits doubling to nearly 15 minutes, prompting emergency City Council hearings.
Masked Trio Violently Attacks and Robs Female Cyclist in Central Park Late Night
A 32-year-old female maintenance worker cycling home was ambushed and violently robbed by three masked suspects in Central Park late at night. Police are investigating, urging night commuters to exercise extreme caution.