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Company behind subway weapons detector under scrutiny
The technology already has the New York Civil Liberties Union and Legal Aid Society threatening a lawsuit.
Published on: July 27, 2024, 12:00 am
City rolls out weapon detectors at subway stations
The city will debut an “electro-magnetic detective system” to select subway stations over the next few months, Mayor Eric Adams announced Friday.
Published on: July 26, 2024, 11:11 pm
More sunshine and low humidity this weekend
Humidity increases early next week.
Published on: July 26, 2024, 9:15 pm
NYCLU reacts to Mayor Adams' Charter Revision Commission vote
The changes to the city's charter give the mayor power over how City Council crafts legislation.
Published on: July 26, 2024, 9:00 pm
Two women dead in murder-suicide shooting on Upper East Side: NYPD
Police say a grandmother shot and killed her grandchild’s mother before fatally turning the gun on herself.
Published on: July 26, 2024, 9:00 pm
Nonprofit hosts free concerts all summer long in Queens
The shows, hosted by Culture Lab LIC, are held in a Long Island City parking lot.
Published on: July 26, 2024, 7:50 pm
Queens friends head to Radio City Music Hall
Joe Santagato and Frank Alvarez, hosts of the podcast, “The Basement Yard,” will perform on Oct. 1 and Oct. 2.
Published on: July 26, 2024, 5:48 pm
Frank DiLella's theater picks: BroadwayCon and more
Frank DiLella picks his shows to watch.
Published on: July 26, 2024, 4:00 pm
City comptroller breaks down congestion pricing lawsuits against Hochul
Lander said he believes a judge could start reviewing the suits as soon as September.
Published on: July 26, 2024, 2:50 pm
N.Y. lawmakers spearhead bill to make funding for World Trade Center Health Program permanent
“It’s absolutely insane that we're still here fighting for what heroes deserve,” Rep. Anthony D'Esposito said.
Published on: July 26, 2024, 2:25 pm
U.S. economy grows at a faster pace, and major donors leap to fund Harris
Pat Kiernan takes a look at what's in the papers on this Friday, July 26, 2024.
Published on: July 26, 2024, 1:36 pm
Controversy over city-funded food pantry sparks court battle
A food pantry that receives funding from one city agency is being told by another city agency that it cannot operate under its current conditions.
Published on: July 26, 2024, 11:20 am
Here's why standing near a tree during a storm is dangerous
Seven people have been killed in the U.S. this year by lightning and two of them have been in Florida.
Published on: July 26, 2024, 11:01 am
N.Y. Democrats unite behind Harris while the mayor and the City Council scuffle
Last Sunday, President Joe Biden rocked everyone's weekend when he announced that he was withdrawing from the 2024 presidential race.
Published on: July 26, 2024, 11:00 am
NYPD: Sixth person drowns at New York City beaches
Officials announced Wednesday that a 26-year-old man named Kristoffer Williams died on July 17 near Beach 95th Street in Rockaway Beach.
Published on: July 26, 2024, 10:30 am
Caribbean Heritage Celebration honors Ruschell Boone
The ceremony honors members of New York’s Caribbean community.
Published on: July 26, 2024, 3:14 am
NYC Data: Improper e-bikes, e-scooters lead to $42,000 in fines
A law that went into effect in September limited which e-bikes and e-scooters could be sold in New York City.
Published on: July 26, 2024, 2:00 am
Advocates push for restoration of programming for detainees on Rikers Island
This started when the DOC ended its $17 million contract with five nonprofits that had initially been doing the work.
Published on: July 26, 2024, 1:00 am
N.Y. Working Families Party co-director talks about endorsing Harris
Jasmine Gripper joined "Inside City Hall."
Published on: July 26, 2024, 12:45 am
Queens DA: Former campaign volunteers filed fake ballots
Queens prosecutors said the volunteers worked on the 2023 Republican primary campaign for Yu-Ching James Pai for Council District 20.
Published on: July 26, 2024, 12:45 am
City Council denounces mayor's commission process
The lawmakers called the commission's work a "sham" and an "anti-Democratic" process.
Published on: July 25, 2024, 11:43 pm
Residents weigh in on potential redesign plans for Grand Army Plaza
Final designs will be shown to the community in the fall and winter.
Published on: July 25, 2024, 9:45 pm
Prosecutors urge judge not to toss out Trump’s hush money conviction, pushing back on immunity claim
The Manhattan district attorney’s office said in a court filing that the high court’s opinion “has no bearing” on the hush money case.
Published on: July 25, 2024, 9:04 pm
State grants Mount Sinai Beth Israel conditional approval to close
A lawsuit seeking to stop the closure remains pending, but the state's tentative signoff removes one obstacle for the hospital.
Published on: July 25, 2024, 8:55 pm
Gov. Hochul faces new lawsuits over congestion pricing pause
According to the coalition, the goal of the lawsuits is to force the governor to implement congestion pricing, which would have started on June 30.
Published on: July 25, 2024, 8:38 pm
FBI searches home of former aide to New York Gov. Kathy Hochul
The former staffer, Linda Sun, has not been accused of wrongdoing, and an FBI spokesman declined to release details.
Published on: July 25, 2024, 4:50 pm
OMNY cards with more free rides to replace student MetroCards
The new Student OMNY cards will be valid 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, with up to four free rides a day, Mayor Eric Adams said.
Published on: July 25, 2024, 4:45 pm
Crest Hardware in Brooklyn to close after 62 years in business
There will be a farewell celebration on Aug. 24 before the store's last day of business on Aug. 30.
Published on: July 25, 2024, 2:00 pm
Dining columnist unveils secrets to discovering hidden gems
Food writer Kaitlyn Rosati searches for hidden gems in her weekly column for the Daily News, "Hidden Dining."
Published on: July 25, 2024, 1:54 pm
Twenty-eight health care facilities statewide to receive funding for training
Funding can be used to cover expenses such as costs related to developing training programs and curriculum and compensating staff attending training.
Published on: July 25, 2024, 1:07 pm
Queens lawmakers look to expand access to swimming lessons
"We are in a swimming water safety crisis in the city," says Councilman Shekar Krishnan.
Published on: July 25, 2024, 12:56 pm
Lincoln Center audiences vote for fresh sounds, and questions for Adams adviser
Pat Kiernan takes a look at what's in the papers on this Wednesday, July 25, 2024.
Published on: July 25, 2024, 12:49 pm
J. Smith-Cameron and Melissa Walker: The political struggle at the state level
The actor J. Smith-Cameron and author Melissa Walker are two members of the States Project team
Published on: July 25, 2024, 11:00 am
Commuters give final feedback on Queens Bus Network Redesign
Some shared their opinions on how the redesign would impact them.
Published on: July 25, 2024, 1:40 am
Weapons detectors to be deployed in subways as early as Friday
The detectors are calibrated to detect guns, but could be modified to spot other weapons.
Published on: July 25, 2024, 1:20 am
De Blasio: Harris is ‘perfectly positioned’ to run
De Blasio said that she can reach people with her pro-choice approach and can attract younger voters and voters of color.
Published on: July 25, 2024, 12:40 am
Exclusive: N.Y. WFP considers endorsing controversial 'Not on Our Dime' act
The legislation would halt charities from supporting Israel’s military or settlement activity on disputed land in the Middle East.
Published on: July 25, 2024, 12:20 am
A look at the history of Charter Revision Commissions
There have been 10 commissions called since 1998.
Published on: July 25, 2024, 12:17 am
NYBG scientists delve into the world of plants on new podcast
The Nolen Greenhouses are responsible for growing and maintaining an extensive array of botanical life for the entire garden.
Published on: July 24, 2024, 8:27 pm
Republican Strategist talks Biden dropping out of 2024 presidential race
Republican Strategist, T.W. Arrighi joined “The Rush Hour” to discuss how this has reshaped the presidential elections.
Published on: July 24, 2024, 8:19 pm
Several hurt, hundreds evacuated after JFK escalator fire, officials say
The FDNY said it received a call reporting smoke billowing from an escalator at Terminal 8 around 7 a.m., prompting an evacuation.
Published on: July 24, 2024, 6:30 pm
Bronx triple jump star to go for gold at the Olympics
A 22-year-old Bronx native, Salif Mane said bringing home a medal is about more than just representing his country.
Published on: July 24, 2024, 6:20 pm
U.S. tennis team preps for Paris Olympics
Brian Hainline, president of the United States Tennis Association, joined “News All Day” to discuss how Team USA is preparing to win Olympic gold.
Published on: July 24, 2024, 5:03 pm
Harris campaign embraces 'brat summer' trend
María Luisa Paúl, a reporter from the Washington Post, joined “News All Day” to discuss how young voters are rallying around her campaign.
Published on: July 24, 2024, 4:50 pm
Tonko is the latest N.Y. politician to skip Netanyahu address to Congress
The long-anticipated address has stirred controversy for months among congressional Democrats.
Published on: July 24, 2024, 3:44 pm
Prepping for the Paris Olympics, and DOE to test phone locks
Jamie Stelter takes a look at what's in the papers on this Wednesday, July 24, 2024.
Published on: July 24, 2024, 3:07 pm
Brooklyn's Atlantic Avenue set to see more safety upgrades, DOT says
Officials said the upgrades will reduce injuries, help ease congestion and aide economic growth in the area.
Published on: July 24, 2024, 3:05 pm
Political activist discusses support for Harris from Black women voters
Glynda Carr, co-founder and president of Higher Heights, emphasized the political influence of Black women.
Published on: July 24, 2024, 2:05 pm
Adams' Charter Revision Commission announces ballot proposals
The five proposals will block the City Council's push to get their advice and consent bill.
Published on: July 24, 2024, 1:40 pm
Council members criticize Adams after advice-and-consent proposal blocked
The legislation would have expanded their oversight over mayoral appointments.
Published on: July 24, 2024, 12:22 pm
L train delayed for police response: MTA
Authorities are responding to an unauthorized person on the tracks, according to the MTA.
Published on: July 24, 2024, 12:00 pm
Salt Lake City celebrates announcement that it will host the 2034 Winter Olympics
Salt Lake City was formally awarded the 2034 Winter Olympics following a Wednesday vote by the International Olympic Committee in Paris.
Published on: July 24, 2024, 11:00 am
Group of Clinton Hill residents protest migrant shelters
Residents say the shelters have led to quality-of-life issues.
Published on: July 24, 2024, 1:58 am
Summer of Kathy Hochul: Halting congestion pricing, election pressures
Hochul said she’s overseeing campaigns in the half dozen battleground congressional districts.
Published on: July 24, 2024, 1:38 am
Authors talk about new book and push to end forced, unpaid prison labor
“Abolition Labor: The Fight to End Prison Slavery” details how prison labor affects the American economy.
Published on: July 24, 2024, 12:45 am
Veteran attorney discusses upcoming Democratic National Convention
Vice President Harris shored up more support.
Published on: July 24, 2024, 12:45 am
Hochul talks about New York Democrats' support for Harris
Vice President Kamala Harris currently has enough pledged delegates to earn the Democratic party's nomination at the August convention.
Published on: July 23, 2024, 11:31 pm
James leads a coalition of Black attorneys general in support of Harris.
Published on: July 23, 2024, 11:30 pm
Southeast Queens riders unhappy with final proposed MTA bus network redesign
South Ozone Park residents say the proposal is making their commute longer.
Published on: July 23, 2024, 10:25 pm
Alvin Ailey exhibition heading to the Whitney Museum
Dance performances and lessons will be part of the exhibition, which runs through Feb. 9.
Published on: July 23, 2024, 3:55 pm
Harris rallies Dems, and Wasp-watch boss quits
Pat Kiernan takes a look at what's in the papers on this Tuesday, July 23, 2024.
Published on: July 23, 2024, 1:24 pm
Manhattan congressman joins swell of support for Harris
Rep. Dan Goldman has joined the ranks of state congressional delegates backing Vice President Kamala Harris.
Published on: July 23, 2024, 1:23 pm
Less than five years left on Climate Clock
Gan Golan and City Councilmember Sandy Nurse joined "Live At Ten."
Published on: July 23, 2024, 2:45 am
New York Democratic delegates endorse Kamala Harris for party's nomination for president
State party leaders held a meeting Monday evening to discuss a course of action.
Published on: July 23, 2024, 1:12 am
Race for Congress in N.Y.: Swing district Democrats see new energy with Harris
Here is the latest on the bids for New York's congressional seats.
Published on: July 23, 2024, 1:09 am
Queens congresswoman shows support for Harris
Biden’s decision to not run for reelection comes weeks after his debate performance.
Published on: July 23, 2024, 12:45 am
N.Y.'s swing district Democrats see new energy with Harris
All six swing-district Democrats in New York House races endorsed Kamala Harris.
Published on: July 23, 2024, 12:28 am
Some Black women voters mobilized by Harris' presidential campaign
In New York, some Black women voters say they are both excited and anxious.
Published on: July 23, 2024, 12:15 am
New York City Football Club announces donations to Icahn Stadium and York College
The investment is a partnership with Randall's Island Park Alliance.
Published on: July 23, 2024, 12:00 am
N.Y. Democratic chair: State party leaders likely to unite behind Kamala Harris
He dismissed criticisms that Democrats are anointing Harris as the candidate.
Published on: July 22, 2024, 11:30 pm
Adams endorses Harris despite migrant crisis criticism
Mayor Eric Adams finally fell in line with the rest of New York’s Democrats showing support for Kamala Harris.
Published on: July 22, 2024, 10:51 pm
Head of police oversight board resigns
Arva Rice has been the interim chair of the Civilian Complaint Review Board since February 2022.
Published on: July 22, 2024, 10:20 pm
New fire safety initiative to include e-bike trade-in pilot program
The city will roll out the program as part of a new effort to prevent lithium-ion battery fires.
Published on: July 22, 2024, 9:22 pm
The director was questioned on Capitol Hill Monday.
Published on: July 22, 2024, 8:41 pm
Former Chelsea prison to become affordable and supportive housing site
The shuttered Bayview Correctional Facility on West 20th Street will be remodeled into a complex called “Liberty Landing," Gov. Kathy Hochul said.
Published on: July 22, 2024, 5:30 pm
Summer Restaurant Week returns to NYC
While the event is billed as a week, it actually runs through Aug. 18.
Published on: July 22, 2024, 4:30 pm
Professor talks Harris seeking Democratic presidential nomination
All eyes are on Vice President Kamala Harris, and the upcoming Democratic National Convention.
Published on: July 22, 2024, 4:15 pm
Queens congressman foresees united Democratic front behind Harris
Queens Rep. Gregory Meeks voiced strong confidence Monday in Vice President Kamala Harris’ ability to lead the nation.
Published on: July 22, 2024, 3:32 pm
Biden exits race, and security woes bedevil Microsoft
Pat Kiernan takes a look at what's in the papers on this Monday, July 22, 2024.
Published on: July 22, 2024, 2:00 pm
Biden's decision upends Republican line of attack, political strategist says
Political strategist Bill O'Reilly joined the "Mornings On 1" team to discuss what to expect next in the presidential race.
Published on: July 22, 2024, 1:30 pm
N.Y. congressman urges support for Harris
Bronx Rep. Ritchie Torres has thrown his weight behind Vice President Kamala Harris.
Published on: July 22, 2024, 12:07 pm
The popularity of pickleball in New York City and where to play
Learn more about pickleball in New York City here.
Published on: July 22, 2024, 12:00 pm
Michelle Finn: Community help in Park Slope
She's helping her neighbors start their mornings on the right foot.
Published on: July 22, 2024, 10:00 am
New York officials react to Biden dropping reelection bid
Many local leaders both across the state and across the aisle released statements Sunday.
Published on: July 22, 2024, 12:24 am
Mayor Adams on Biden: 'I continue to respect that he made this tough decision'
The mayor joined NY1 for an interview Sunday evening.
Published on: July 21, 2024, 11:37 pm
City eateries prepare for Summer Restaurant Week
More than 600 restaurants are taking part.
Published on: July 21, 2024, 8:55 pm
Here's the letter that Biden wrote to say he would no longer seek reelection
Read the full letter here.
Published on: July 21, 2024, 7:56 pm
Officials seize $10M worth of illegal drugs in the Bronx, say it's biggest bust of new campaign
Roughly 1,300 pounds of cannabis and 200 pounds of mushrooms were among the items seized.
Published on: July 21, 2024, 5:15 pm
Illegal vaping crackdown, cracks in the Chrysler building
Rocco Vertuccio takes a look at what's in the papers on this Sunday, July 21, 2024.
Published on: July 21, 2024, 3:13 pm
New ferry route offers direct beach access for LIC and Greenpoint residents
The Rockaway Rocket returns from now until Aug. 11.
Published on: July 20, 2024, 5:00 pm
Former Trump finance chief released from Rikers, Rocket the puppy makes full recovery
Rocco Vertuccio takes a look at what's in the papers on this Saturday, July 20, 2024.
Published on: July 20, 2024, 3:11 pm
A look at the legal fight over expanding CityFHEPS
Four New Yorkers who are facing eviction are hoping to join a class action lawsuit to expand the city's housing program.
Published on: July 20, 2024, 3:00 pm
“I have not seen an alternative scenario that I feel does not set us up for enormous peril," Rep. AOC warned.
Published on: July 20, 2024, 1:00 am
Professor talks about cell phone ban in schools
City Schools Chancellor David Banks last month teased an announcement would come soon, but the city is now taking more time to consider its options.
Published on: July 20, 2024, 12:45 am
NYC grapples with fallout from global Microsoft outage
The mayor said the city’s most critical services — its 911 call system, police radios, and water filtration systems — were not affected.
Published on: July 20, 2024, 12:05 am
Bronx student creates online platform 'MerchMojo'
A high school student is paving the way for New Yorkers to spread the word about their favorite local businesses through t-shirts, hats and tote bags.
Published on: July 19, 2024, 10:52 pm
Bronx Assemblyman Kenny Burgos resigns after two terms
Burgos is the second Bronx Democrat to resign within the year.
Published on: July 19, 2024, 10:37 pm
The state of the New York City real estate market
Tenants who signed leases in Manhattan last month paid the same median rent as they did a year ago, making it the most expensive June on record.
Published on: July 19, 2024, 9:15 pm
Harvey Weinstein retrial in NYC tentatively set for November
A judge on Friday tentatively scheduled Harvey Weinstein's planned retrial on rape and sexual assault charges to begin on Nov. 12.
Published on: July 19, 2024, 8:42 pm
How to navigate the ferry systems in New York City
The city has four main different kinds of boats traveling its waters, each with its own function.
Published on: July 19, 2024, 7:30 pm
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