News

Judge Approves $41 Million Settlement for Central Park Five

All Borough News - Sat, 09/06/2014 - 03:09
A federal judge on Friday approved a settlement of nearly $41 million for the so-called Central Park Five.

Man Sought in Connection With Deadly Manhattan Stabbing

All Borough News - Sat, 09/06/2014 - 03:08
Police are looking for a man in connection with a deadly stabbing outside a methadone clinic in Manhattan.

First Hasidic Jewish Officer to Join NYPD Promoted to Sergeant

All Borough News - Sat, 09/06/2014 - 02:47
A police officer who the NYPD says was its first Hasidic Jewish officer when he joined the department in 2006 was promoted to sergeant on Friday.

NYer of the Week: Hassan Yasin-Bradley Encourages Young Residents to Push Up Past Their Challenges

All Borough News - Sat, 09/06/2014 - 02:27
The latest New Yorker of the Week says he was a product of his environment, and he says he's now created a product for his environment by using a dynamic form of fitness to catch the attention of our city's youth.

NYer of the Week: Hassan Yasin-Bradley Encourages Young Residents to Push Up Past Their Challenges

All Borough News - Sat, 09/06/2014 - 02:27
The latest New Yorker of the Week says he was a product of his environment, and he says he's now created a product for his environment by using a dynamic form of fitness to catch the attention of our city's youth.

Bronx Set to Kick Off First Fashion Week

All Borough News - Sat, 09/06/2014 - 02:09
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in Manhattan is not the only place where you can see models in new styles strut the runway, as the Bronx is holding its first fashion week, which kicks off this weekend.

De Blasio Puts Some Charter Schools on Notice

All Borough News - Sat, 09/06/2014 - 01:55
Mayor Bill de Blasio put some charter schools on notice again this week, saying his administration still plans to push back against schools that don't fit his vision.

Cuomo Continues to Leave Campaign Trail to Hochul as Teachout Brings Empty Chair to Event

All Borough News - Sat, 09/06/2014 - 01:15
Governor Andrew Cuomo was not on the campaign trail Friday, while Zephyr Teachout and Tim Wu kept up a frenetic schedule in their quest to pull off an upset in next week's primary.

Bloomberg Officials Push Back Against Build it Back Criticism

All Borough News - Sat, 09/06/2014 - 00:42
Top officials in the Bloomberg administration are still speaking out and defending their record, pushing back against criticism that it took the city too long to rebuild homes after Hurricane Sandy.

Advocates Spread Word of Deadline for September 11th Responders to Apply for State Benefits

All Borough News - Fri, 09/05/2014 - 23:19
The 13th anniversary of the September 11th attacks is the final deadline for responders to sign up for state benefits.

City Hall Nixing Deal With NASA to Overhaul 911 System

All Borough News - Fri, 09/05/2014 - 21:40
The de Blasio administration is canceling a $13.2 million deal with NASA to overhaul the city's 911 call system in order to curb skyrocketing costs.

Former Eyesore Now Reconnects Brooklynites with River Shoreline

All Borough News - Fri, 09/05/2014 - 20:20
A small state park built on the site of a one-time shipping terminal in Brooklyn is now giving New Yorkers waterfront access and great views.

Lawyer to Judge: Drop Gun Charges Against Star Witness in Garner Case

All Borough News - Fri, 09/05/2014 - 19:50
The Staten Island man who captured the cell phone video of the death of Eric Garner at the hands of police was back in court Friday where his lawyer asked that gun charges against him be dropped because of insufficient evidence and because of his role in the high profile case.

Schools Chancellor Says Pre-K Program Already a Success

All Borough News - Fri, 09/05/2014 - 19:39
In an exclusive interview with NY1 Noticias Friday, Schools Chancellor Carmen Farina called the city's new pre-K program a success because of hundreds of determined educators.

Brooklyn Housing Complex to Get $108M in Storm Prep Funds

All Borough News - Fri, 09/05/2014 - 18:58
The Coney Island Houses, which were hit hard by Hurricane Sandy, will receive more than $100 million to help protect it from future storms.

Medical Examiner: More Tests Needed in Joan Rivers' Death

All Borough News - Fri, 09/05/2014 - 18:51
The city medical examiner on Friday said more tests are needed in the investigation into the death of comedienne and New York native Joan Rivers.

Man Wanted in Attempted Queens Kidnapping

All Borough News - Fri, 09/05/2014 - 16:10
Police have released a sketch as they hunt for a man they say tried to kidnap a 7-year-old girl in Queens earlier this week.

Bronx Activist to Attend UN Climate Summit

All Borough News - Fri, 09/05/2014 - 15:20
Mychal Johnson of "South Bronx Unite" will be one of 38 civil society members attending the UN Climate Summit later this month.

NY1 Online: The Call 9/4/14

All Borough News - Fri, 09/05/2014 - 15:06
John Schiumo hosts the September 4, 2014 episode of The Call.

What a Week 9/5/14

All Borough News - Fri, 09/05/2014 - 14:46
Radio talk show host Mark Simone and New York Daily News columnist Linda Stasi share their thoughts on the death of Joan Rivers.
Syndicate content