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Two men injured in Hunts Point shootout
55+ min ago (119+ words) May 18, 2026, 5: 27 AM Two men were shot Saturday night in Hunts Point during a busy weekend in the borough. Police say the shooting happened at 9: 30 p. m. near 700 Manida St. First responders found a 35-year-old man with a gunshot wound to the chest…...
Memorial service honoring former U. S. Rep. Eliot Engel held at Lehman College
7+ hour, 15+ min ago (289+ words) May 17, 2026, 11: 07 PM The political heavy hitters received a standing ovation Sunday night at a crowded public memorial service at Lehman College'in the Bronx for former U. S. Rep.'Eliot Engel. Engel'died at 79 on April 10. Former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of…...
Summer warmth continues into early week before storms and cooler temperatures arrive on Long Island mid to late week
7+ hour, 52+ min ago (293+ words) May 17, 2026, 10: 59 PM Overnight Mild conditions continue across Long Island with partly cloudy skies and a strengthening south to southwest breeze. A brief sprinkle or isolated shower cannot be ruled out overnight, but most areas stay dry. South Shore communities will…...
Sun and clouds, with summer-like temps on Monday for Brooklyn
7+ hour, 19+ min ago (139+ words) May 17, 2026, 10: 59 PM A few clouds move in. Temperatures are in the low to mid-60s. Ample sunshine is expected, with high temperatures in the upper 80s to low 90s. Record heat is possible. A stray thunderstorm is possible in the afternoon. Plenty of sunshine…...
LIRR strike in effect: How to navigate your commute
12+ hour, 34+ min ago (614+ words) May 17, 2026, 2: 55 PM The MTA and Long Island Rail Road union workers did not reach a deal early Saturday morning. LIRR service has shut down entirely. Officials urge the public to avoid nonessential travel and work from home if possible. Union…...
Bridgeport scooter rider killed in car collision
11+ hour, 42+ min ago (149+ words) May 17, 2026, 11: 05 AM A 61-year-old Bridgeport man is dead after his motorized scooter collided with a car Saturday night, according to the Bridgeport Police Department. Police say two other people were injured in the collision that happened near 1200 Huntington Turnpike. The…...
Power & Politics: Vote 2026 primary races for Westchester legislature and the county's largest city unveils its proposed budget
8+ hour, 16+ min ago (573+ words) May 17, 2026, 2: 26 PM There are two Democratic primary races involving the Westchester County legislature. In the 15th District, which includes Bronxville, Eastchester and Yonkers, two Democrats are vying for the chance to flip the only true Republican seat on the board. Greenburgh-North…...
Bronx Week ends with Mosholu Parkway parade and celebrations
17+ hour, 40+ min ago (179+ words) May 17, 2026, 5: 19 PM Bronx Week wrapped up Sunday with a parade, concert and food festival celebrating the borough's culture after more than two weeks of events across the Bronx. The parade traveled along Mosholu Parkway, where residents gathered with music, dancing…...
Morris Township man killed in car crash
11+ hour, 42+ min ago (131+ words) May 17, 2026, 2: 40 PM "A Morris Township man is killed in a car accident on Route 15 early Sunday morning. Sparta Police report the driver, 21-year-old Ryan Mullins, was pronounced deceased at the scene. Two women were passengers in the vehicle at the…...
Barbecue in Morris Heights gone wrong after multiple vehicles lit on fire
14+ hour, 30+ min ago (75+ words) May 17, 2026, 5: 19 PM According to the FDNY, multiple vehicles caught on fire in Morris Heights. This happened at 1534 Nelson Ave. just before 2 p. m. , says the FDNY. A witness on scene tells News 12 people were barbecuing in a parking lot when things started…...