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April 17, 2025 at 2:39 PM

10 NY prison guards indicted, 2 for murder, in connection to inmate's beating death

Ten New York corrections officers were charged, two with murder, in connection to the beating death of Messiah Nantwi, an inmate at the Mid-State Correctional facility.
April 17, 2025 at 2:39 PM
Family members of Messiah Nantwo speak to reporters at a press conference outside of the State Building in Harlem New York City, NY March 7, 2025, after Messiah Nantwi's death at the Mid-State Correctional Facility in Marcy, New York.
April 16, 2025 at 10:24 PM

Rep. Elise Stefanik eyes New York governor seat in 2026, sources say

GOP Rep. Elise Stefanik, an ally of President Donald Trump, is considering a run for governor of New York, a source familiar with her thinking told ABC News.
April 16, 2025 at 10:24 PM
Elise Stefanik speaks during the annual Conservative Political Action Conference in Oxon Hill, Maryland, Feb. 22, 2025.
April 16, 2025 at 6:38 PM

New York Attorney General Letitia James targeted by federal housing agency

A letter from the Federal Housing Finance Agency alleges that James "appears to have falsified records" in order to "receive favorable loan terms."
April 16, 2025 at 6:38 PM
A letter from the Federal Housing Finance Agency alleges that James "appears to have falsified records" in order to "receive favorable loan terms."
April 16, 2025 at 2:50 PM

Schumer moves to block Trump nominees for 2 key New York prosecutor positions

He's objecting to Trump's picks for the Eastern District and Southern District.
April 16, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer takes a question from a reporter following a weekly Democratic policy luncheon at the U.S. Capitol, April 8, 2025 in Washington.
April 15, 2025 at 1:45 PM

Helicopter rotor retrieved from Hudson River days after deadly crash

The rotor of the helicopter in last week's deadly crash has been retrieved from the Hudson River.
April 15, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Divers from the New York Police Department worked with the United States Army Corps of Engineers and the Jersey City Office of Emergency Management to find, recover and secure the helicopter’s main rotor system.
April 15, 2025 at 7:22 AM

Former NCAA woman of the year, 5 family members killed in plane crash in upstate NY

The NTSB is working through the wreckage after the private plane crashed into a muddy field in upstate New York, killing all six on board.
April 15, 2025 at 7:22 AM
VIDEO: Former NCAA woman of the year, 5 family members killed in plane crash in upstate NY
April 15, 2025 at 2:29 AM

FAA's emergency order grounds helicopter company after fatal Hudson River crash

New York Helicopter Tours suspended its operations Sunday after a deadly crash into the Hudson River. On Monday, the FAA issued an emergency order to ground the company.
April 15, 2025 at 2:29 AM
This October, 2022, file photo shows the helicopter that crashed into the Hudson River on April 10, 2025, in New York.
April 14, 2025 at 4:22 PM

NYC mayor visits the Dominican Republic after the deadly nightclub roof collapse

New York City Mayor Eric Adams is visiting the Dominican Republic to pay his respects to the 226 people who died last week when the roof of a legendary nightclub collapsed
April 14, 2025 at 4:22 PM
New York Mayor Eric Adams arrives to speak to the press in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, where he will meet with Dominican authorities and to pay his respects to those who died at the Jet Set nightclub when its roof collapsed, Monday, April 14, 2025. (AP Photo/Ricardo Hernandez)
April 14, 2025 at 2:18 PM

NY helicopter company shuts down after deadly crash

New York Helicopter Tours announced it is shutting down operations immediately after six people were killed when a chopper crashed in the Hudson River on Thursday afternoon.
April 14, 2025 at 2:18 PM
VIDEO: NY helicopter company shuts down after deadly crash
April 14, 2025 at 11:40 AM

6 on board small plane that crashed in upstate New York: FAA

Six people were on board a small plane that crashed into a field in upstate New York on Saturday afternoon.
April 14, 2025 at 11:40 AM
Vehicles from the Columbia County Sheriff's Office are seen near the scene of a small plane crash in New York.
April 13, 2025 at 2:52 AM

Tourist helicopter that crashed into the Hudson did not have a flight recorder: NTSB

The tourist helicopter that crashed into the Hudson did not have a flight recorder, the NTSB said on Saturday.
April 13, 2025 at 2:52 AM
NTSB team surveying the wreckage recovered from the Bell 206 L-4 helicopter that crashed into Hudson River on April 10 near Jersey City, New Jersey.
April 13, 2025 at 1:18 AM

Investigation into deadly chopper tragedy

Divers are scouring the Hudson River and investigators are going through maintenance logs to find out why the main rotor separated from the helicopter, killing six in New York.
April 13, 2025 at 1:18 AM
VIDEO: Investigation into deadly chopper tragedy
April 13, 2025 at 12:25 AM

NYC helicopter crash victims ‘left without suffering,’ brother says

Joan Camprubí, the brother of Merce Camprubí Montal, joined New York City Mayor Eric Adams at a press conference Saturday afternoon, saying this a difficult time for the family.
April 13, 2025 at 12:25 AM
Joan Camprubí, the brother of Merce Camprubí Montal, joined New York City Mayor Eric Adams at a press conference Saturday afternoon, saying this a difficult time for the family.
April 12, 2025 at 8:13 PM

New York City helicopter crash latest: 36-year-old pilot identified

An investigation is underway into the helicopter crash that killed six people -- among them a family of Spanish tourists -- when the craft went down on Thursday.
April 12, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Emergency personnel work at the scene of a helicopter crash on the Hudson River near lower Manhattan in New York, as seen from Newport, New Jersey, on April 10, 2025.
April 11, 2025 at 7:58 PM

Authorities search for NYC chopper crash answers

An investigation is underway into the helicopter crash that killed six people -- among them a family of Spanish tourists -- when the craft went down on Thursday.
April 11, 2025 at 7:58 PM
VIDEO: Authorities search for NYC chopper crash answers
April 11, 2025 at 7:20 PM

Siemens exec and his family identified as victims in deadly Hudson helicopter crash

An executive of Siemens, a European technology company, his wife and young children were aboard the tourist helicopter that plunged into New York City's Hudson River.
April 11, 2025 at 7:20 PM
This October, 2022, file photo shows the helicopter that crashed into the Hudson River on April 10, 2025, in New York.
April 11, 2025 at 3:57 PM

Judge refuses to dismiss Central Park Five's defamation case against President Trump

A federal judge is rejecting President Donald Trump’s effort to dismiss a defamation lawsuit against him filed by the men formerly known as the Central Park Five
April 11, 2025 at 3:57 PM
FILE - This combination of file photo shows, clockwise from top left, Raymond Santana, Yusef Salaam, Antron McCray, Korey Wise and Kevin Richardson, known as Central Park five. (AP Photo/File)
April 11, 2025 at 3:14 PM

NYC helicopter crash is 'truly a catastrophic failure': Former Black Hawk pilot

ABC News’ Aaron Katersky and former Black Hawk helicopter pilot Brad Bowman discuss the fatal helicopter crash in New York City’s Hudson River.
April 11, 2025 at 3:14 PM
VIDEO: NYC helicopter crash is 'truly a catastrophic failure': Former Black Hawk pilot
April 11, 2025 at 2:38 PM

What could have caused deadly NYC helicopter crash?

ABC News aviation expert John Nance breaks down the investigation into the helicopter crash in the Hudson River that killed six people.
April 11, 2025 at 2:38 PM
VIDEO: What could have caused deadly NYC helicopter crash?
April 11, 2025 at 2:34 PM

6 killed in deadly helicopter crash in Hudson

A tourist helicopter carrying family members from Spain plunged into the Hudson River in New York City, killing six, including three children.
April 11, 2025 at 2:34 PM
VIDEO: 6 killed in deadly helicopter crash in Hudson
April 11, 2025 at 10:25 AM

Tourist helicopter crashes in Hudson River in New York City, all 6 on board killed

A helicopter crashed in the Hudson River in New York City on Thursday afternoon, according to the New York Police Department.
April 11, 2025 at 10:25 AM
In this screen grab from a video, first responders are shown at the scene of a helicopter crash in the Hudson River on April 10, 2025, in New York.
April 11, 2025 at 7:53 AM

Helicopter touring New York City crashes into Hudson River, killing all 6 on board

Law enforcement tells ABC News the chopper was carrying a family—two adults and three children—in addition to one pilot.
April 11, 2025 at 7:53 AM
VIDEO: Helicopter touring New York City crashes into Hudson River, killing all 6 on board
April 11, 2025 at 2:56 AM

Witness describes Hudson River helicopter crash: 'It was seconds'

Dani Horbiack describes what she saw outside of her apartment window when a helicopter crashed into the Hudson River near New York City.
April 11, 2025 at 2:56 AM
Dani Horbiack describes what she saw outside of her apartment window when a helicopter crashed into the Hudson River near New York City.
April 10, 2025 at 10:31 PM

Helicopter crashes in Hudson River, all 6 dead

All six people on board were killed when a helicopter plunged into the Hudson River by Lower Manhattan in New York City on Thursday afternoon, law enforcement sources told ABC News.
April 10, 2025 at 10:31 PM
Helicopter crashes in Hudson River, all 6 dead
April 10, 2025 at 10:16 PM

NYC officials hold news conference after 6 killed in Hudson River helicopter crash

A helicopter crashed in the Hudson River in New York City on Thursday afternoon, according to the New York Police Department.
April 10, 2025 at 10:16 PM
VIDEO: NYC officials hold news conference after 6 killed in Hudson River helicopter crash
April 10, 2025 at 9:22 PM

Video shows moments following helicopter crashing into Hudson River

Six people, including three children, were on board, according to sources.
April 10, 2025 at 9:22 PM
VIDEO: Video shows moments following helicopter crashing into Hudson River
April 10, 2025 at 9:21 PM

Helicopter crashes in Hudson River in New York City, fatalities reported

A helicopter crashed in the Hudson River in New York City on Thursday afternoon, according to the NYPD.
April 10, 2025 at 9:21 PM
VIDEO: Helicopter crashes in Hudson River in New York City, fatalities reported
April 10, 2025 at 9:21 PM

Helicopter crashes in Hudson River, sources tell ABC News there are fatalities

The helicopter was upside-down when rescuers arrived to the scene, which was closer to the New Jersey side of the Hudson River, according to sources.
April 10, 2025 at 9:21 PM
VIDEO: Helicopter crashes in Hudson River, sources tell ABC News there are fatalities
April 8, 2025 at 4:35 PM

New York City congestion pricing is likely to remain through the summer

New York’s $9 congestion pricing on most drivers entering Manhattan appears likely to continue through the summer and possibly into the fall as a lawsuit over the toll proceeds
April 8, 2025 at 4:35 PM
April 7, 2025 at 3:53 PM

'Horrific scene' as police take down man allegedly attacking 4 young girls in NYC

A man wielding a blood-covered meat cleaver was fatally shot by New York City police officers on Sunday after allegedly stabbing four young girls.
April 7, 2025 at 3:53 PM
A man wielding a blood-covered meat cleaver was fatally shot by New York City police officers on Sunday after allegedly stabbing four young girls.
April 3, 2025 at 5:43 PM

Mayor Eric Adams to run for re-election as an independent

ABC News’ Aaron Katersky reports on the New York City mayor who explained his decision in an online video.
April 3, 2025 at 5:43 PM
VIDEO: Mayor Eric Adams to run for re-election as an independent
April 3, 2025 at 4:03 PM

NYC sees 'historic' drop in crime, police commissioner says

New York City saw fewer shootings in the first three months of the year than in any previous quarter since the NYPD began keeping statistics, police said.
April 3, 2025 at 4:03 PM
NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch speaks during a press conference, on April 2, 2025, in New York.
April 3, 2025 at 3:40 PM

NYC Mayor Adams will skip Democratic primary and run for reelection as an independent

New York City Mayor Eric Adams says he will pull out of the city’s Democratic primary and will instead run for reelection as an independent candidate
April 3, 2025 at 3:40 PM
New York mayor Eric Adams speaks at the Metropolitan Museum of Art during a task force meeting addressing retail theft, Wednesday, April 2, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Joseph Frederick)
April 3, 2025 at 1:04 PM

Bodega cats make New Yorkers' hearts purr, even if they violate state regulations

Bodega cats in New York City are widely loved feline workers in the Big Apple's convenience stores
April 3, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Oreo, left, and Leila, make their rounds through the smoke shop, Tobacco N Vape, in the Astoria neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York, Friday, March 14, 2025. (AP Photo/Richard Drew)
April 2, 2025 at 8:10 PM

NYC Mayor Eric Adams speaks after a federal judge dismisses his corruption case

The judge dismissed the Adam’s case with prejudice, meaning it cannot be revived.
April 2, 2025 at 8:10 PM
New York City Mayor Eric Adams speaks after federal judges dismisses his corruption case
April 2, 2025 at 5:00 PM

Mayor Eric Adams' case dismissed with prejudice in opposition to Trump's DOJ

A federal judge in New York on Wednesday dismissed corruption charges against Mayor Eric Adams.
April 2, 2025 at 5:00 PM
New York City Mayor Eric Adams appears before a House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform hearing with Sanctuary City Mayors on Capitol Hill, Wednesday, March 5, 2025, in Washington.
April 2, 2025 at 4:29 PM

New York City Mayor Eric Adams' case dismissed with prejudice

A federal judge in New York on Wednesday dismissed corruption charges against Mayor Eric Adams.
April 2, 2025 at 4:29 PM
VIDEO: New York City Mayor Eric Adams' case dismissed with prejudice
April 2, 2025 at 10:11 AM

Hotel disputes police assertion about carbon monoxide in Miller Gardner’s room

A high level of carbon monoxide was detected in 14-year-old Miller Gardner's hotel room, Costa Rican Police revealed.
April 2, 2025 at 10:11 AM
This undated photo posted by the New York Yankees on the social media site X shows 14-year-old Miller Gardner, the son of former Yankees players Brett Gardner, who died, Mar. 21, 2025, from a sudden illness while on a family vacation.
April 1, 2025 at 4:59 PM

'One of the kindest humans': Animal sanctuary owner, countless cats die in fire

An animal sanctuary owner and roughly 100 cats died in a fire on Long Island on Monday, according to officials.
April 1, 2025 at 4:59 PM
In this screen grab from a video, a cat is shown walking among debris after a fire at the Happy Cat Sanctuary in Medford, Long Island, on March 31, 2025.
March 31, 2025 at 1:33 PM

Eric Adams pushes judge to dismiss charges before ballot deadline

New York City Mayor Eric Adams asked a federal judge on Monday to drop criminal corruption charges before a political deadline this week.
March 31, 2025 at 1:33 PM
New York City Mayor Eric Adams speaks during a press conference at City Hall in Manhattan in New York City, March 24, 2025.
March 29, 2025 at 3:55 PM

Why is the Empire State Building lit up like that?

The Empire State Building's lights will be lit up in gold and cyan on Friday, to celebrate the 45th anniversary of ABC News' iconic late-night show "Nightline."
March 29, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Rendering of the Empire State Building in Nightline colors.
March 29, 2025 at 12:00 PM

The Empire State Building celebrates Nightline’s 45th anniversary

We go behind the scenes of New York’s most iconic building as it lights up to mark our anniversary.
March 29, 2025 at 12:00 PM
VIDEO:  The Empire State Building celebrates Nightline’s 45th anniversary
March 29, 2025 at 12:01 AM

Manhunt underway in New York City for two men who police say carved swastika on Tesla

A manhunt is underway in NYC for two men police say carved a swastika on a Cybertruck. It comes after Elon Musk vowed to crack down on Tesla attacks ahead of expected protests against the company.
March 29, 2025 at 12:01 AM
VIDEO: Manhunt underway in New York City for two men who police say carved swastika on Tesla
March 28, 2025 at 6:11 PM

Tesla Cybertruck vandalized with swastika in NYC, suspects at large: Police

Police are searching for two individuals who vandalized a Tesla Cybertruck in New York City, according to police.
March 28, 2025 at 6:11 PM
The New York Police Department released a video of suspects who reportedly carved a swastika on a parked Tesla in Brooklyn, March 27, 2025.
March 27, 2025 at 7:39 PM

Former Yankees player's son honored at opening day after his mysterious death

The 14-year-old son of former New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner was honored at the Yankees' opening day on Thursday.
March 27, 2025 at 7:39 PM
A moment of silence is observed for Miller Gardner, son of former New York Yankees player Brett Gardner, before the start of an opening-day baseball game between the Yankees and the Milwaukee Brewers at Yankee Stadium, Thursday, March 27, 2025, in New York.
March 27, 2025 at 4:17 PM

DA sends warning to ghost gun makers in wake of Supreme Court ruling

Prosecutors in New York are warning 3D-printing companies their "insufficient security measures" are causing a "troubling rise in access to unregulated weaponry."
March 27, 2025 at 4:17 PM
In 2023, an individual who threatened to kill his girlfriend was found to be manufacturing an arsenal of weapons in his apartment using a Creality printer, according to Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg.
March 26, 2025 at 10:22 PM

Ciara celebrates Russell Wilson's move to New York

Russell Wilson and his wife Ciara are celebrating his move to New York after Wilson signed with the New York Giants.
March 26, 2025 at 10:22 PM
Russell Wilson and Ciara arriving on the red carpet at the 30th Screen Actors Guild Awards in Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall in Los Angeles, Feb. 24, 2024.
March 26, 2025 at 10:26 AM

Trump's lawyer may have known more about Eric Adams' criminal case

Trump's lawyer Todd Blanche may have known more about Eric Adams' criminal case.
March 26, 2025 at 10:26 AM
New York City Mayor Eric Adams speaks during a press conference at City Hall in Manhattan in New York, March 24, 2025.
March 26, 2025 at 5:12 AM

2 men charged in smash-and-grab robbery at jewelry store outside New York City

The alleged thieves used sledgehammers to break glass in a jewelry store outside New York City last December.
March 26, 2025 at 5:12 AM
VIDEO: 2 men charged in smash-and-grab robbery at jewelry store outside New York City
March 24, 2025 at 1:25 PM

Former Yankees player Brett Gardner's 14-year-old son dies while on vacation

Former Yankees player Brett Gardner's 14-year-old son, Miller, "passed away peacefully" on Friday, his parents said in a statement.
March 24, 2025 at 1:25 PM
Former Yankees player Brett Gardner's 14-year-old son, Miller, "passed away peacefully" on Friday, his parents said in a statement.