Uber driver charged with kidnapping, assault after woman reports ride from hell
An Uber driver allegedly kidnapped a passenger and assaulted her after she fell asleep, according to federal prosecutors.
An Uber driver allegedly kidnapped a passenger and assaulted her after she fell asleep, according to federal prosecutors.
Hunter who died of rare disorder may have eaten squirrel brains, doctors say
A 61-year-old who experienced a severe cognitive decline before his death may have had squirrel brains to blame.
A 61-year-old who experienced a severe cognitive decline before his death may have had squirrel brains to blame.
'Cornerstore Caroline': Video shows moment woman claims 9-year-old sexually assaulted her
A New York City woman is under fire after calling 911 on a young child, claiming he had groped her inside a Brooklyn deli.
A New York City woman is under fire after calling 911 on a young child, claiming he had groped her inside a Brooklyn deli.
Family to sue Applebee’s after baby burned by steaming water
A family plans to sue Applebee’s after they say their 17-month-old baby was severely burned by steaming water at a location in the New York City borough of Queens.
A family plans to sue Applebee’s after they say their 17-month-old baby was severely burned by steaming water at a location in the New York City borough of Queens.
Cat minutes from being thrown into garbage truck rescued by good Samaritan
Some animal rescuers call it one of the worst cases of animal neglect they’ve seen, but thanks to a good Samaritan, the story has a happy ending.
Some animal rescuers call it one of the worst cases of animal neglect they’ve seen, but thanks to a good Samaritan, the story has a happy ending.
'Tooth' 4-year-old brought home from day care was crack cocaine
Sabrina Straker said she was horrified when her daughter, Serenity, showed her the capsules and explained she'd put one of them in her mouth.
Sabrina Straker said she was horrified when her daughter, Serenity, showed her the capsules and explained she'd put one of them in her mouth.
Woman says house cleaner got drunk on her liquor, trashed apartment before passing out
It’s the last thing Genevieve Snow expected after she hired two women from a cleaning service to tidy up her Williamsburg, Brooklyn apartment.
It’s the last thing Genevieve Snow expected after she hired two women from a cleaning service to tidy up her Williamsburg, Brooklyn apartment.
Video shows Dunkin’ Donuts employee dumping water on sleeping homeless man
A Dunkin' Donuts employee has been suspended after the worker was caught on camera dumping water on a man who was sleeping in the store.
A Dunkin' Donuts employee has been suspended after the worker was caught on camera dumping water on a man who was sleeping in the store.
Twin beams of light commemorate 9/11 victims
Two powerful light beams have lit up the lower Manhattan skyline as part of the annual Tribute in Light installation commemorating those who lost their lives on 9/11.
Two powerful light beams have lit up the lower Manhattan skyline as part of the annual Tribute in Light installation commemorating those who lost their lives on 9/11.
Artist creates immigrant version of classic 'Game of Life’
One New York City artist has put a new spin on a classic board game. Isabell Garbani, of Brooklyn, created an immigration version of the Game of Life in the hopes of shedding a little light on the immigration experience.
One New York City artist has put a new spin on a classic board game. Isabell Garbani, of Brooklyn, created an immigration version of the Game of Life in the hopes of shedding a little light on the immigration experience.
'Religious' burglar blesses himself before throwing brick through store window
Thou shalt not steal. It's one of the 10 commandments a "religious" thief ignored as he broke into a Brooklyn clothing store Thursday evening by throwing a brick through the glass.
Thou shalt not steal. It's one of the 10 commandments a "religious" thief ignored as he broke into a Brooklyn clothing store Thursday evening by throwing a brick through the glass.
Bill seeks to ban smoking while walking on New York City sidewalks
Smokers looking for a nicotine fix may be barred from lighting up while walking down New York City sidewalks under a newly proposed bill.
Smokers looking for a nicotine fix may be barred from lighting up while walking down New York City sidewalks under a newly proposed bill.
2 killed, 3 critically injured in NYC helicopter crash
A helicopter crashed into New York City's East River Sunday night and flipped upside down in the water, killing two of the six people aboard and leaving three others in critical condition, officials said.
A helicopter crashed into New York City's East River Sunday night and flipped upside down in the water, killing two of the six people aboard and leaving three others in critical condition, officials said.
Dog attempts to bite off own foot to escape after being left tied up in front of animal shelter all night
A 1-year-old German Shepard is recovering after he was found tied to a fence in front of a New York City animal shelter.
A 1-year-old German Shepard is recovering after he was found tied to a fence in front of a New York City animal shelter.
Manhattan restaurant opens its doors to homeless looking for a warm place to sleep
Ali Baba, located at the intersection of 46th Street and Second Avenue, has a heat lamp set up in its vestibule, which is open to people in need.
Ali Baba, located at the intersection of 46th Street and Second Avenue, has a heat lamp set up in its vestibule, which is open to people in need.
New York City fire kills 12, including 4 children
At least twelve people were killed and more were seriously injured Thursday night in a fire at an apartment building on a frigid night in the Bronx, according to a spokesman for New York City's mayor.
At least twelve people were killed and more were seriously injured Thursday night in a fire at an apartment building on a frigid night in the Bronx, according to a spokesman for New York City's mayor.
Security 'Stronger than ever' for Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade after recent terror attack
Security for the Thanksgiving Day Parade will be "stronger than ever" this year, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio promised Monday in the wake of the recent truck terror attack in Manhattan.
Security for the Thanksgiving Day Parade will be "stronger than ever" this year, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio promised Monday in the wake of the recent truck terror attack in Manhattan.
Shalane Flanagan upsets Keitany, ends US drought at NYC Marathon
Shalane Flanagan thought about the seven years building to this race, possibly her last. She thought about the running star striding next to her. She thought about her family. She thought about Meb.
Shalane Flanagan thought about the seven years building to this race, possibly her last. She thought about the running star striding next to her. She thought about her family. She thought about Meb.
FBI no longer seeking info on second man after New York City terror attack
The FBI said Wednesday afternoon that investigators are no longer looking for information about a second man in relation to a deadly terror attack in lower Manhattan.
The FBI said Wednesday afternoon that investigators are no longer looking for information about a second man in relation to a deadly terror attack in lower Manhattan.
8 dead, 11 hurt after motorist drives onto NY bike path
A man in a rented truck drove onto a busy bicycle path near the World Trade Center memorial Tuesday, killing at least eight people and injuring about 11 others, police said.
A man in a rented truck drove onto a busy bicycle path near the World Trade Center memorial Tuesday, killing at least eight people and injuring about 11 others, police said.