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NYPD Scheduled to Release Details on Pilot Program for Body Cameras
The New York City Police Department will reportedly release details this week about its pilot program for equipping officers with body cameras.
Unique Queens Italian Ice Shop Cashes In on Warm Weather
A summer treat has turned into a year-round business for a Queens store owner who's cashing in on this week's warm weather.
Police Investigate Man's Death in East New York
Police are looking for the person that they say killed a man in Brooklyn.
NYPD: 4,300 Moving Violations Handed Out During 'Operation Safe Cycle' Crackdown
During the 14-day bike safety initiative known as "Operation Safe Cycle," police handed out 4,300 summonses for moving violations and more than 3,200 tickets for parking violations.
Bronx Community Draws Up Plans for Former Jail
A city jail that was closed three years ago because it was full of problems has become a field of dreams.
Other Groups Hope to March After Parade Admits Gay Organization
A gay organization will finally get a chance to march in the city's St. Patrick's Day Parade under its own banner, but the decision still has some advocates disappointed.
BCBGMAXAZRIA Show to Feature Bright Colors, Wispy Fabrics
Bright colors and wispy fabrics are expected to float down the runway at one show this fashion week.
Pre-K Students to Be in Spotlight on City's First Day of School
hursday is the first day of school, and although it's a big day for all of the city's 1.1 million students, there is one group in particular that will be in the spotlight.
Friend of Grimm Pleads Guilty to Violating Campaign Finance Law
A Houston woman and alleged ex-girlfriend of Rep. Michael Grimm entered into a plea deal Wednesday connected to charges that stem from fundraising for the congressman's first campaign in 2010.
Bronx Barbershop Gives Away School Supplies With Back-to-School Haircuts
A business owner is lessening the back-to-school burden for some parents in the Bronx, but the effort is also about investing in the future of the community.
Teen WTC Climber Gets 23 Days Community Service
The teenager who admitted to sneaking into the World Trade Center earlier this year has been sentenced.
Neiman Marcus to Open First NYC Store at Hudson Yards
Neiman Marcus has announced plans to open store at the Hudson Yards.
Andrew Madoff Dies of Lymphoma at 48
The last surviving son of convicted Ponzi schemer Bernard Madoff has died of cancer.
Police Search for Man Who Allegedly Robbed Chinese Restaurant
Police are looking for a man they say burglarized a Chinese restaurant in the Bronx.
Mayor Backs Cuomo's Lieutenant Governor Candidate
Before ducking a Democratic primary debate on Inside City Hall Wednesday night, Governor Andrew Cuomo's running mate, Kathy Hochul, tried to bolster her liberal credentials by getting the backing of Mayor Bill de Blasio.
Man Sentenced to 25 Years For Shooting Police Officer
The man who pleaded guilty to shooting a police officer earlier this year has been sentenced to 25 years in prison.
September 11th Foundation to Run This Year's 9/11 Ceremony
For the first time, the city will not oversee the September 11th ceremony, as it will be run instead by the September 11th foundation, whose chairman is former Mayor Michael Bloomberg.
NY1 Movie Review: 'The Two Faces of January'
A new thriller set in Greece in 1962 stars Viggo Mortensen, Kirsten Dunst and Oscar Isaac. It's called "The Two Faces of January."
Samsung Unveils New Galaxy Phones, Virtual Reality Headset
Hoping maybe to steal some of Apple's thunder ahead of its big press conference next week, Samsung unveils a handful of new devices-some with entirely new features.
Round Out Summer with Local Excursions
Summer may be coming to a close, but that doesn't mean there aren't plenty of fun things to do and see close to home.