Police officer shoots driver of stolen car after hitting officers in the Bronx
On Sunday, a police officer in New York City fatally shot a driver who attempted to escape after being flagged for a stolen vehicle, according to authorities. A silver Kia Sportage, reported stolen from the Bronx, was tracked by a license plate reader. It wasn’t long before officers saw the vehicle being driven down West […]
Bronx man honors Knicks victory by visiting his father’s grave
A devoted Knicks superfan marked his team’s NBA Finals victory by visiting his father’s grave and laying a Jalen Brunson jersey on it. Chris Maldonado, hailing from the Bronx, went to Mount Hope Cemetery in Yonkers on Tuesday. He carried along his No. 11 jersey, a Finals hat, a Knicks logo chain, and orange and […]
Aragua gang members admit to killing 2 Americans in the Bronx
Federal officials reported on Wednesday that four members of the notorious Venezuelan gang Torren de Aragua (TdA) have admitted guilt in connection with the murders of two unarmed Americans in New York City back in May 2024. The gang members, who are believed to have entered the U.S. illegally, shot and killed 44-year-old Claresa Laquesha […]
Bronx scientist becomes the first to get a 3D-printed robotic arm
That’s the hero he deserves. Praveen Gowtham has mostly avoided using prosthetics throughout his life. This Bronx physicist lost part of his arm shortly after birth due to a birth defect and found traditional prosthetics to be unwieldy and less functional than advertised. However, last month marked a turning point when he became the first […]
Bronx Zoo’s Happy the Elephant put to sleep
Bronx Zoo Elephant Happy Euthanized at Age 55 Happy, an elephant at the Bronx Zoo who contributed significantly to our understanding of animal behavior and was involved in an animal rights lawsuit, has been euthanized at the age of 55, as announced by the zoo on Wednesday. The Asian elephant was put to sleep on […]
Air quality in South Bronx deteriorated after the introduction of NYC congestion pricing toll, according to a report.
Congestion Tolls Impacting South Bronx Neighborhoods Congestion tolls are taking a toll, quite literally, on some of New York City’s most economically disadvantaged areas. According to a troubling report, air quality in the South Bronx has worsened since the highly debated toll was implemented, despite earlier claims of significant environmental benefits. An analysis by Columbia […]
Rare twins born to endangered lemur at Bronx Zoo
A long-necked lemur, classified as endangered, gave birth to rare twins at the Bronx Zoo in March, perfectly timed for Mother’s Day celebrations. The Bronx Zoo shared news of the new arrivals alongside a cute video showcasing a trio of monkeys playing in a shared space. Born on March 15, the twins have been closely […]
Bronx parents call for additional NYPD officers as Mamdani reduces police funding.
Community Calls for More Police Amid Budget Cuts NEW YORK — As Mayor Zoran Mamdani aims to reduce the NYPD’s budget and is hesitant to increase police presence, parents in the Bronx are expressing the opposite sentiment—they want more officers on the streets, citing rising dangers for their children. This situation has sparked noticeable tension […]
Former NYPD officer found guilty of perjury for false statements regarding a 2009 Bronx shooting
Former NYPD Officer Convicted of Perjury A former police officer in New York City was convicted of perjury on Friday, specifically for providing false information regarding a shooting incident from 2009. The details surrounding this case had been heavily reported before. Danny Acosta was found guilty by a jury in Bronx criminal court on multiple […]
Courageous firefighters rescue Bronx man trapped with his head out of a window during apartment fire: ‘I can’t make it’
Dramatic Fire Rescue in the Bronx In a remarkable act of bravery, two firefighters rescued a man in the Bronx who was stuck with his head protruding about six inches from a third-floor window during a significant apartment fire on Tuesday. This was revealed by one of the FDNY heroes on Friday. “He was in […]