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Books allegedly tossed in the trash at NYC school sparks investigation

A New York City school is being investigated over hundreds of books allegedly tossed in trash, many of which were about people of color or related to LGBTQ identities.
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Books allegedly tossed in the trash at NYC school sparks investigation
March 18, 2024 at 8:46 PM

Lawsuit accuses NYC Mayor Eric Adams of sexually assaulting a woman in a vacant lot in 1993

New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been accused in a new lawsuit of sexually assaulting a police colleague seeking his career help in 1993
March 18, 2024 at 8:46 PM
March 18, 2024 at 5:49 PM

New York to probe sputtering legal marijuana program as storefronts lag, black market booms

New York will evaluate its troubled recreational marijuana licensing program as lawsuits and bureaucratic stumbles have severely hampered the legal market and black-market sellers have flourished
March 18, 2024 at 5:49 PM
NY to probe sputtering legal marijuana program as storefronts lag, black market booms
March 17, 2024 at 2:27 PM

From Frenchies to rescue cats, New York's trauma center for animals takes the most complex cases

The Schwarzman Animal Medical Center in New York City is one of a handful of veterinary hospitals across the country that is equipped to handle the most complicated cases
March 17, 2024 at 2:27 PM
New York's trauma center for animals takes the most complex cases
March 16, 2024 at 3:18 PM

Authorities seize ailing alligator kept illegally in New York home's swimming pool

State environmental offiicals say an 11-foot alligator was seized from an upstate New York home where it was being kept illegally
March 16, 2024 at 3:18 PM
Authorities seize ailing alligator kept illegally in New York home's swimming pool
March 16, 2024 at 10:10 AM

Iconic NYC Ukrainian restaurant is a beacon of hope amid ongoing war

Veselka in New York City has raised thousands of dollars and sponsored several fleeing Ukrainians amid the ongoing war with Russia.
March 16, 2024 at 10:10 AM
Sponsoring fleeing Ukrainians, raising thousands: NYC restaurant steps up amid war
March 16, 2024 at 3:00 AM

This Ukrainian restaurant in NYC is a beacon of hope amid ongoing war

Veselka raised over half a million dollars for Ukraine, and its monumental achievement is captured in the documentary, “Veselka: The Rainbow on the Corner at the Center of the World.”
March 16, 2024 at 3:00 AM
This Ukrainian restaurant in NYC is a beacon of hope amid ongoing war
March 15, 2024 at 10:26 PM

Man faces no charges for shooting in NYC subway

A New York man will not face charges in a shooting that occurred one week after Gov. Kathy Hochul deployed National Guard troops to the city subway.
March 15, 2024 at 10:26 PM
Man faces no charges for shooting in NYC subway
March 15, 2024 at 10:12 PM

NYC man will not face charges for 'self-defense' shooting on Brooklyn subway

A woman stabbed a man at the start of a subway dispute that culminated with the man getting shot, video from a fellow rider revealed, according to authorities.
March 15, 2024 at 10:12 PM
NYC subway shooter will not face charges: DA
March 15, 2024 at 9:17 PM

Judge delays start of Trump's New York hush money trial

The judge overseeing Donald Trump's New York hush money case has delayed the start of the trial from its original March 25 start date.
March 15, 2024 at 9:17 PM
Judge delays start of Trump's New York hush money trial
March 15, 2024 at 2:20 PM

Man in custody after NYC subway shooting

A 32-year-old man was taken into custody after he allegedly grabbed a weapon from a 36-year-old man and shot his attacker in the head on a crowded Brooklyn subway station on Thursday evening.
March 15, 2024 at 2:20 PM
Man in custody after NYC subway shooting
March 14, 2024 at 11:52 PM

FedEx truck crashes in upstate New York

Five people were injured, including an infant, in the crash that took place in Pittsford, New York.
March 14, 2024 at 11:52 PM
FedEx truck crashes in upstate New York
March 14, 2024 at 11:31 PM

5 people, including infant, injured after FedEx semitrailer rolls over on bridge in New York: Officials

The semitrailer was left suspended over a bridge in Pittsford, New York.
March 14, 2024 at 11:31 PM
5 people injured after FedEx semitrailer rolls over on bridge: Officials
March 14, 2024 at 10:13 PM

Arrests made in death of officer attacked with jewelry chain

Two have been arrested in the death of Sergeant Thomas Sanfratello after he was attacked with a metal chain.
March 14, 2024 at 10:13 PM
Arrests made in death of officer attacked with jewelry chain
March 13, 2024 at 9:24 PM

MTA sues Westfield Mall for ending lease at busy NYC subway station

Aaron Katersky reports the MTA is suing Westfield Mall after it ceased operations at Fulton Center, a busy Manhattan transit hub, over theft and safety concerns, breaking an agreed-upon lease.
March 13, 2024 at 9:24 PM
MTA sues Westfield Mall for ending lease at busy NYC subway station
March 13, 2024 at 7:35 PM

Police seeking suspect who allegedly threw burning container at people in subway station

New York City police said Wednesday they are seeking a suspect who allegedly threw a lit container at people in a subway station last month.
March 13, 2024 at 7:35 PM
Suspect threw flaming container at people in subway station: NYPD
March 13, 2024 at 2:30 PM

New York governor vows to crack down on organized retail theft

Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a new state police task force to go after theft rings, a tax credit for stores to upgrade security and a push to raise penalties for assaulting retail workers.
March 13, 2024 at 2:30 PM
New York governor vows to crack down on organized retail theft
March 13, 2024 at 1:44 AM

New York City officials investigating stun gun arrest of migrant holding baby caught on tape

An NYPD spokesperson says that on March 8, police were called to a dispute with an "intoxicated and disorderly male who was threatening staff members."
March 13, 2024 at 1:44 AM
NYC officials investigating stun gun arrest of migrant holding baby caught on tape
March 12, 2024 at 12:58 AM

Suspect ID'd in NYC subway station push attack

Christian Valdez was arrested following the Saturday morning domestic violence attack at the Fulton Street subway station in lower Manhattan, according to the New York Police Department.
March 12, 2024 at 12:58 AM
Suspect ID'd in NYC subway station push attack
March 11, 2024 at 7:55 PM

Suspect in NYC subway attack that left woman's feet severed was arrested in violent 2017 home invasion: Police

A man was arrested on suspicion of pushing his girlfriend onto the New York City subway tracks causing both her feet to be severed by an incoming train.
March 11, 2024 at 7:55 PM
Man suspected of pushing woman onto subway tracks ID'd
March 11, 2024 at 1:33 AM

Arrest made after New York Subway attack

Police say the suspect, Christian Valdez, pushed his girlfriend in front of a train in lower Manhattan on Saturday, causing her to lose both her feet. Valdez is now charged with attempted murder.
March 11, 2024 at 1:33 AM
Arrest made after New York Subway attack
March 10, 2024 at 12:35 AM

Woman loses both feet after boyfriend pushes her onto subway tracks: Police sources

A woman and her boyfriend were reportedly arguing at the Fulton Street subway station in Manhattan Saturday morning when he allegedly shoved her onto the tracks.
March 10, 2024 at 12:35 AM
Woman loses both feet after boyfriend pushes her onto subway tracks: Police sources
March 8, 2024 at 1:04 AM

Extra security presence seen in NYC subways

National Guard members and state police members began their rollout of increased security in the subways.
March 8, 2024 at 1:04 AM
Extra security presence seen in NYC subways
March 7, 2024 at 5:29 AM

NY deploys National Guard to crack down on NYC subway crime

The 750 New York National Guard members and 250 New York State Police officers will assist in checking subway riders' bags for weapons.
March 7, 2024 at 5:29 AM
NY deploys National Guard to crack down on NYC subway crime
March 6, 2024 at 7:09 PM

National Guard to be deployed in New York City subway in crime crackdown: Governor

New York National Guard troops and New York State Police troopers will be deployed into the subway system to help riders feel safe after a spike in transit crime.
March 6, 2024 at 7:09 PM
National Guard to be deployed in New York City subway in crime crackdown: Governor
March 6, 2024 at 5:27 PM

4 arrested in connection with severed body parts found in Long Island

Police found more human remains related to the severed body parts found in a Long Island Park last week. The remains belong to the same two victims.
March 6, 2024 at 5:27 PM
4 arrested in connection with severed body parts found in park
March 6, 2024 at 12:08 PM

Andrew Cuomo subpoenaed by congressional subcommittee investigating COVID-era handling of nursing homes

The House panel probing the response to the COVID-19 pandemic has subpoenaed former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo over his handling of nursing homes during the pandemic.
March 6, 2024 at 12:08 PM
Andrew Cuomo subpoenaed by congressional panel probing COVID-era nursing homes
March 4, 2024 at 3:56 AM

Central Park memorial service for Flaco the owl draws huge crowd

A memorial service for Flaco, the Eurasian eagle owl, drew several hundred fans on Sunday to New York City's Central Park.
March 4, 2024 at 3:56 AM
Central Park memorial service for Flaco the owl draws huge crowd
March 2, 2024 at 5:51 PM

Severed body parts belonging to 2 people found in Long Island park

Severed body parts belonging to two victims have been found in a park in Babylon, New York. A head, leg and multiple arms belonging to a man and woman were found.
March 2, 2024 at 5:51 PM
Severed body parts, including woman's head, found in park
February 29, 2024 at 11:12 PM

NYC Mayor Eric Adams address migrants illegally housed in store basement

A Bronx furniture store where people were being illegally housed has been vacated by the city after people were found in unsafe living conditions.
February 29, 2024 at 11:12 PM
NYC Mayor Eric Adams address migrants illegally housed in store basement
February 29, 2024 at 9:26 PM

New York City discovers migrants being housed illegally in furniture store

A Bronx furniture store where people were being illegally housed has been vacated by the city after people were found in unsafe living conditions.
February 29, 2024 at 9:26 PM
City discovers migrants being housed illegally in furniture store
February 29, 2024 at 9:05 PM

FBI searches home of top aide to NYC Mayor Eric Adams

Federal authorities have been investigating the mayor's fundraising, ABC has previously reported.
February 29, 2024 at 9:05 PM
FBI raids home of NYC Mayor Eric Adams' aide
February 29, 2024 at 2:33 AM

Veselka owners show each person can make a difference in their new documentary

ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with owners of the New York institution Veselka to discuss their new documentary that features their ongoing relief efforts for those suffering in Ukraine.
February 29, 2024 at 2:33 AM
Veselka owners show each person can make a difference in their new documentary
February 28, 2024 at 7:30 PM

Prosecutors allege sham safety school gave bogus certifications to thousands of NYC construction workers

Valor Security and Investigations and six of its executives were charged with allegedly operating a sham safety school that said it certified thousands of workers.
February 28, 2024 at 7:30 PM
Prosecutors allege sham safety school certified thousands of NYC construction workers
February 28, 2024 at 5:15 PM

Fans propose statue, legislation in honor of Flaco the owl's legacy

Fans and politicians are proposing ideas to preserve Flaco the owl's legacy, including erecting a statue in honor of the fugitive fowl.
February 28, 2024 at 5:15 PM
In wake of death, fans work to preserve Flaco the owl's legacy
February 28, 2024 at 11:39 AM

NYC Mayor Eric Adams calls for modifying sanctuary city status

Mayor Eric Adams said on Tuesday that migrants who commit serious crimes should be deported and the city should be able to communicate with federal ICE agents.
February 28, 2024 at 11:39 AM
NYC mayor calls for modifying sanctuary city status
February 28, 2024 at 12:24 AM

2 men found guilty in 2002 murder of Run-DMC's Jam Master Jay

A verdict was reached in the trial of Karl Jordan, Jr. and Ronald Washington, who were charged in the 2002 murder of Run-DMC's Jam Master Jay.
February 28, 2024 at 12:24 AM
2 men found guilty in 2002 murder of Run-DMC's Jam Master Jay
February 27, 2024 at 10:52 PM

A look at Seneca Village, an African American settlement in Central Park

Community leaders work to preserve the story and legacy of Seneca Village, Manhattan's first significant settlement of Black property owners, in Central Park.
February 27, 2024 at 10:52 PM
A look at Seneca Village, an African American settlement in Central Park
February 26, 2024 at 1:51 AM

New details in deadly fire in New York

One person died and 17 others were hurt in the blaze officials say was caused by a lithium ion battery.
February 26, 2024 at 1:51 AM
New details in deadly fire in New York
February 25, 2024 at 10:02 PM

An outpouring of tears, heartbreak as fans flock to NYC's Central Park memorial for Flaco the owl

The accidental death of Flaco prompted an outpouring of love and heartbreak as New Yorkers gathered this weekend at one of his favorite trees to pay respect.
February 25, 2024 at 10:02 PM
Tears for Flaco: Grief-stricken fans gather at memorial for the famous owl
February 25, 2024 at 1:23 AM

Flaco, the escaped Central Park Zoo owl, dies

Flaco, the Eurasian Eagle owl, has died, according to Central Park Zoo.
February 25, 2024 at 1:23 AM
Flaco, the escaped Central Park Zoo owl, dies
February 24, 2024 at 2:02 AM

NRA held liable in New York civil trial

A New York jury held the National Rifle Association liable for financial mismanagement and found that Wayne LaPierre, the group's former CEO, corruptly ran the organization.
February 24, 2024 at 2:02 AM
NRA held liable in New York civil trial
February 24, 2024 at 1:59 AM

6 arrested in Times Square attack on migrant

Police are still searching for suspects in the attack on the 17-year-old near a Manhattan shelter.
February 24, 2024 at 1:59 AM
6 arrested in Times Square attack on migrant
1 month ago

1 in 4 children in New York City are living in poverty, study says

Researchers surveyed a sample of 3,000 New York households every three months to track data on employment, assets and debts, and health.
1 month ago
1 in 4 children in New York City are living in poverty, study says
1 month ago

Tenement Museum reimagines life of Black family in 1st exhibit of its kind

ABC News' Morgan Norwood reports on the Tenement Museum's new exhibit: "A Union of Hope: 1869" which reconstructs the lives of a free Black family in Manhattan's lower east side.
1 month ago
Tenement Museum reimagines life of Black family in 1st exhibit of its kind
1 month ago

GMA3’s Cool to Be Kind: Meet New York's own Robin Hood

Digital creator Peter Bond spreads kindness throughout the Big Apple by helping out New Yorkers who are down on their luck.
1 month ago
GMA3’s Cool to Be Kind: Meet New York's own Robin Hood
1 month ago

New York City files lawsuit against social media companies

The city is accusing the companies behind SnapChat, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok of fomenting a "nationwide youth mental health crisis" by exposing children "to a nonstop stream of harmful content."
1 month ago
New York City files lawsuit against social media companies
1 month ago

House GOP under mounting political pressure after Democrat wins NY special election

Democrat Tom Suozzi will replace disgraced former Rep. George Santos. Republicans will be able to afford only two defections on any vote in the 219-213 House once Suozzi takes office.
1 month ago
House GOP under mounting political pressure after Democrat wins NY special election
1 month ago

House GOP feeling political pressure after Long Island special election

Federal health officials are urging the public to protect children from vapes.
1 month ago
House GOP feeling political pressure after Long Island special election
1 month ago

Jazz at Lincoln Center honors Grammy-winning jazz musician Roy Hargrove

Jazz at Lincoln Center releases a live recording of "The Love Suite: In Mahogany." Hargrove’s wife, Aida Brandes Hargrove, and former bandmate, Willie Jones III, discuss his life and legacy.
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Jazz at Lincoln Center honors Grammy-winning jazz musician Roy Hargrove