Man’s conviction reversed in child kidnapping and murder case in NYC
A man who was imprisoned for the murder of a six-year-old boy in New York City nearly 45 years ago has had his convictions overturned. Pedro Hernandez, now 64, has spent 25 years in prison after being found guilty in 2017 for killing Ethan Patz in 1979. Ethan vanished on May 25, 1979, the same […]
The streets of NYC are overrun by homelessness, drug use, and waste.
New York City Mayoral Candidate Faces Scrutiny Over Homelessness Proposal Zoran Mamdani, a Democratic contender for the mayoralty of New York City, has stirred controversy with his suggestion of “repealing property” as a means to address homelessness. Some believe that a radical shift in the city’s wealth structure would be necessary to bring his proposal […]
Nephew of leading Republican in NYC Council chosen by Arizona Diamondbacks in MLB Draft
This political switch comes from deep feelings. Joanne Ariola, a leader on the NYC Council, has seen her nephew, Joe, drafted by the Arizona Diamondbacks in the recent MLB Draft. Longtime Mets fans, including her, seem to have switched their allegiance. “I’m changing my hat,” she told the post. “Sorry, but this is in my […]
‘Laundrobars’ have flourished throughout the US for many years before NYC embraced the concept.
Laundromats Reinventing the Laundry Experience Laundromats that provide food, drinks, and entertainment have gained traction in New York City, but this trend isn’t just local. Across the U.S., there are various unique laundromat experiences that make routine chores a bit more enjoyable. A recent report from the New York Times discusses the emergence of “landvals” […]
Brooklyn DA urged to investigate voter fraud following report by NYC Board of Elections
The city’s election commission has asked Brooklyn prosecutors to launch a voter fraud investigation after discovering that absentee ballots were issued in the names of deceased individuals for a city council race. The Board of Elections (BOE) is requesting the Brooklyn District Attorney’s Office to examine two particular cases regarding the District 47 election, which […]
Eric Adams states he cannot overturn NYC sanctuary city policies through an executive order following the Trump DOJ lawsuit.
Mayor Adams Responds to Executive Order Controversy Mayor Eric Adams reiterated on Friday that he cannot issue an executive order to reinstate the Sanctuary Urban Act. This comes amidst increasing pressure from a new lawsuit filed by the Trump administration, which challenges the city’s pro-immigration policies. “You can’t do that,” Adams told Fox5, emphasizing that […]
Workers at Polo Bar in NYC allegedly used drugs during their shifts and faced widespread sexual harassment, according to a lawsuit.
Claims Emerge Against Manhattan Nightspot An exclusive Manhattan nightspot has been accused of fostering sexual harassment among patrons, with high-profile figures like Meghan Markle, Kamala Harris, and Leonardo DiCaprio allegedly using cocaine from spray bottles during their visits. This stems from a lawsuit highlighting a troubling culture at the establishment. The venue, a trendy polo-themed […]
Mother of NYC man charged with torturing and murdering girlfriend reportedly cleaned the horrific crime scene.
A mother has been arrested in connection with the brutal murder of her son’s girlfriend in the Bronx. Naida Jorge, 54, is accused of cleaning up the crime scene where 21-year-old Princesa Encarnación Soto was found. Authorities have charged Jorge with murder, manslaughter, and tampering with physical evidence, among other charges. “She attempted to clean […]
NYC mayoral candidate’s pro-BDS position re-emerges in interview
Zohran Mamdani’s BDS Support Surfaces as NYC Mayoral Campaign Heats Up A recently resurfaced interview from 2021 highlights Zohran Mamdani’s firm backing of the Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) movement against Israel as he campaigns for mayor of New York City, which notably has the largest Jewish population outside of Israel. “I’m really excited to be […]
Experts predict a significant $4B decline in foreign tourism to NYC this year.
Foreign tourists have often found allure in New York City, but this year, things are looking a bit bleak. Industry experts estimate around 2 million international visitors will come to NYC this year, but that could result in a whopping $4 billion loss in foreign tourism dollars by 2025. As NYC Tourism + Conventions pointed […]