Author Salman Rushdie stabbed on stage in New York
Salman Rushdie, whose novel “The Satanic Verses” drew death threats from Iran in the 1980s, has been stabbed in the neck and abdomen by a man who rushed the stage as the author was about to give a lecture in western New York.
Polio virus detected in NYC's wastewater, suggesting community spread
The polio virus has been found in New York City’s wastewater, a sign that the disease, which hadn’t been seen in the U.S. in a decade, is quietly spreading among unvaccinated people. Polio, which mostly affects children, was once one of the nation’s most feared diseases, with annual outbreaks causing thousands of cases of paralysis.
Officers jump in to help after carriage horse collapses on NYC street
The NYPD’s Mounted Unit had to help a distressed carriage horse and get it back up on its feet after it collapsed in the Hell’s Kitchen section of Manhattan.
Trump says he refuses to answer questions in NY investigation
Former President Donald Trump was questioned under oath Wednesday in the New York attorney general’s long-running civil investigation into his dealings as a real estate mogul, but he says he declined to answer any of them.
Brooklyn McDonald's worker shot over cold French fries dies
A Brooklyn McDonald's worker who was shot Monday in a dispute over cold French fries has died.
NYC man accused of smearing feces on woman’s face has own face scalded with boiling water in jail
A New York City man accused of smearing feces on a New York City subway rider had his face scalded with boiling water after another inmate attacked him at Rikers Island.
New York City store locks up Spam in plastic case amid crime spike
Shoppers, store employees, and social media users expressed disbelief after discovering the $3.99 canned meat product out of reach behind lock and key.
Brooklyn bishop robbed during sermon
A Brooklyn bishop was robbed of $1 million in jewelry during his church service Sunday. Whitehead said he felt a "demonic force" entering when three masked men with guns stormed the church.
Attacker tries to stab NY GOP candidate for governor Rep. Lee Zeldin
U.S. Rep. Lee Zeldin, the Republican candidate for New York governor, was attacked by a man who tried to stab him at an upstate event.
New York reports first US polio case in nearly a decade
New York health officials have reported a case of polio – the first in the U.S. in nearly a decade.
Great White shark washes ashore on Long Island
Authorities say the 7-to-8-foot long shark was spotted by a resident before it washed back out to sea.
'The Godfather' mansion on Airbnb
Airbnb has an offer you can't refuse if you're a fan of 'The Godfather' movies.
'Law & Order' crew member murdered at NYC set
A man working at the set of 'Law and Order: Organized Crime' was fatally shot in Brooklyn on Tuesday morning.
2 shark attacks in a week off Long Island amplifies safety concerns
Beaches on Long Island, in New York, are on heightened alert after officials say a shark bit a lifeguard who was playing a shark bite victim in a training drill.
New York City nuclear attack PSA: steps people should take
New York City's Office of Emergency Management has issued a public service announcement in case the city is attacked with nuclear weapons.
NYC COVID: Health department urges use of masks in public places and in crowds outdoors
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is recommending all New Yorkers wear masks in certain settings, again, in an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19.
Teen’s ‘I Voted’ sticker design goes viral: ‘How everybody’s feeling about politics right now’
When voters in Ulster County, New York, head to the polls this November, they’ll likely get this sticker as a reward.
R. Kelly off suicide watch
R. Kelly is no longer on suicide watch following the R&B singer's sentencing in a federal sex abuse case, prosecutors said.
Long Island shark attack: Beaches reopen with drones on patrol
Lifeguards at Smith Point and Cupsogue beaches started their shifts an hour early on Monday morning to scan the water for signs of sharks. Over the weekend, a shark bit a lifeguard who was in the water for a training exercise.
Joey Chestnut puts protestor in chokehold during Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest
Joey Chestnut’s performance was briefly disrupted by a protestor who rushed the stage as he chomped down on dogs.