Stranger attacks NYC rabbi after insulting remarks in a hate-driven incident on Holocaust Remembrance Day
On Wednesday, police and prosecutors reported an incident where a rabbi was verbally and physically assaulted on Holocaust Remembrance Day. The attack occurred as the rabbi, a 32-year-old member of the Bukharian Jewish community and wearing a yarmulke, was walking near the intersection of Queens Boulevard and 71st Street at around 3 p.m. on Tuesday. […]
Dispute over NYC congestion pricing persists as Trump administration and MTA battle in court
Federal officials returned to court on Wednesday to challenge the Metropolitan Transportation Authority regarding its stalled efforts to eliminate New York City’s contentious congestion pricing system. The MTA and the Trump administration both sought a ruling from Judge Louis Lehman in Manhattan federal court about whether to halt or continue the much-debated toll collection. Earlier […]
Mom from NYC accused of giving her imprisoned sons baby food until age 14 is seen for the first time
Mother Accused of Child Abuse Spotted After Posting Bail Lysette Soto Domenech, 64, who allegedly kept her twin sons confined in a Bronx apartment for years, was seen publicly for the first time after securing her release on bail. When approached by reporters outside her Harlem apartment on Tuesday night, Domenech chose not to respond […]
Rabbi assaulted in NYC on Holocaust Remembrance Day, suspect taken into custody
Rabbi Attacked in New York City on Holocaust Remembrance Day A rabbi was assaulted in New York City on Tuesday, which coincided with International Holocaust Remembrance Day. Local authorities characterized the incident as a “targeted act of hate.” The New York City Police Department reported that the attack happened just before 3 p.m. at an […]
Instacart introduces a new fee following changes to the delivery tipping rules in NYC
There’s a new fee in town! Instacart, the grocery delivery app, has introduced a “regulatory compliance fee” for New Yorkers, a change that took effect after new delivery regulations began on Monday, according to reports. According to Instacart’s FAQ, “New York City regulatory fees are displayed in the order summary.” This is a significant change […]
90-year-old woman passes away in NYC winter storm after being outside
Tragic Loss as Winter Storm Claims Lives in NYC A 90-year-old woman was among ten unfortunate fatalities in New York City during a severe winter storm over the weekend, according to local residents. Doreen Ellis, who had dementia, reportedly left her Brooklyn apartment in the Crown Heights area late at night. She was found deceased […]
Mother pleads for her missing son to return home after he vanished in NYC, reportedly after meeting someone from Roblox
Mother Pleads for Safe Return of Missing Son Who Traveled for Online Meeting A mother is desperately seeking her 15-year-old son, Thomas Medlin, who is believed to have traveled to New York City over two weeks ago. He reportedly went to meet someone he met through Roblox, the popular online game. The worried mother has […]
Initial actions by NYC Mayor Mamdani weaken the affordability message from his campaign.
New York City’s Mayor Face Affordability Dilemma Mayor Zoran Mamdani of New York City is pushing for a more affordable Big Apple for everyday Americans, but some of his initial actions seem to contradict that goal. In fact, shortly after taking office, Mamdani aggressively defended low-wage, unskilled delivery app workers. This has raised concerns among […]
Lawmaker visits Minneapolis in support just before Fern impacts his NYC district
State Lawmaker’s Trip Amid Winter Storm Faces Criticism A state representative seeking a Congressional seat is encountering backlash after he left New York just before Winter Storm Fern hit his district. He traveled to the Twin Cities for what he described as a “solidarity” visit. New York State Rep. Mika Lasher (D) took a flight […]
Mug shot of NYC nightlife figure Richie Akiva made public
Richie Akiva’s Recent Legal Troubles It certainly contrasts with the glamorous images of Richie Akiva rubbing shoulders with stars at the Met Gala afterparties. Now, his latest photo is a mug shot from prison. These images surfaced just days after Akiva turned himself into authorities on January 7, facing allegations of assaulting a long-time friend. […]