Eric Adams persists in advocating for gender-inclusive bathrooms as NYC examines Trump administration letter: ‘It’s not safe’
The city is currently evaluating letters from the Trump administration that threaten to withdraw funds related to guidelines for transgender students, officials stated on Friday. Mayor Eric Adams continued his stance on gendered bathrooms. City Hall spokesperson Kayla Mamelak Altas mentioned in a statement that the Adams administration aims to foster an environment in public […]
16-year-old boy found with loaded gun at NYC high school faces charges as officials announce the weapon was among 4,000 taken in the city this year
16-Year-Old Charged After Loaded Gun Found at Queens High School A 16-year-old boy was charged on Friday after being found with a loaded gun at Benjamin Cardoso High School in Queens. According to officials, the teenager has been hit with charges related to making terrorist threats. Police Chief Jessica Tish shared the details at a […]
Tim Cook and Jalen Brunson visit NYC Apple store for iPhone 17 launch
Tim Cook and Jalen Brunson Surprise Fans at Apple Store This past Friday, Apple CEO Tim Cook and New York Knicks player Jalen Brunson made an unexpected appearance at the Apple Store in New York City. As customers awaited their pre-ordered phones, they were dancing with excitement. Many seized the moment to take selfies with […]
Captain of NYC boat that caught fire was unlicensed to operate the vessel, according to prosecutors.
A charter yacht captain, who was operating a vessel engulfed in flames off the Bronx coast, lacked the necessary license to do so. Joshua Burrito, 33, was reportedly drinking while navigating a 36-foot boat filled with 22 passengers celebrating a family birthday when it exploded near Hart Island on June 7th. Prosecutors state Brito does […]
Teen in NYC taken into custody for threats of a school shooting following an Instagram tip.
Teen Arrested for Threatening School Violence A 16-year-old student at Benjamin Cardozo High School in New York City was taken into custody on Thursday for allegedly making threats online about a potential school shooting, according to officials. The student from Queens was found on campus with a loaded semi-automatic handgun, which led to the intervention […]
Parents, students, and teachers call for more charter schools to be permitted in NYC during a large march over the Brooklyn Bridge.
Charter School Advocates March Across Brooklyn Bridge In a spirited demonstration, thousands of parents, teachers, and students marched over the Brooklyn Bridge to advocate for 300 charter schools in New York City on Thursday. The event kicked off with an energetic rally at Kadman Plaza, where the rapper Common—a known supporter of the charter school […]
Top luxury hotel brands for 2025 announced, with the number one spot in a prime NYC location
New York City stands out yet again. For the third consecutive year, the Mandarin Oriental, a luxury hotel brand based in Hong Kong, has secured the top spot among the world’s best luxury hotels. Interestingly, they have only three locations in the U.S., one of which proudly sits above Columbus Circle in NYC. Luxury Travel […]
Residents criticize NYC asphalt plant for harmful fumes entering their homes: ‘We’re all getting sick’
Residents Complain About Smoke from Asphalt Factory More than 100 residents from the Queens-Brooklyn waterfront area expressed their concerns about a city-contracted asphalt recycling factory during a tense meeting. Locals reported that the factory, situated in Long Island City since 2011, has emitted smoke resembling “burning rubber.” This issue has led to complaints about air […]
Woody Allen praises Andrew Cuomo and supports him against Zohran Mamdani for NYC mayor.
Kuo Supports Cuomo Woody Allen, the well-known but controversial figure in Hollywood, has voiced his support for Andrew Cuomo, the former governor of New York City, as he considers running for mayor. “I’m definitely going to vote. I’m voting for Cuomo,” said the 89-year-old filmmaker during an appearance on the “Honesty with Veri Weiss” podcast. […]
Queens politician faces backlash for proposal to eliminate fluoride from NYC water.
Concerns Over Fluoride Removal in NYC Councilman James Gennaro is facing criticism for his proposal to remove fluoride from New York City’s drinking water—a move some are comparing to the controversial ideas promoted by certain political figures. Gennaro has been accused by fellow politicians of backing a longshot bill, inspired apparently by Robert F. Kennedy […]