Staten Island Pol Says: Call Isis Acts ‘Genocide’
By INEZ SHARABY Republican U. S. Representative Dan Donovan joined representatives of three of the world’s major religions on Thursday to urge Secretary of State …[read more]
Bx Charter School Supporters Want More Funds
By REZA MALEK The front steps of a Bronx school seemed like the ideal place for parents to gather to demand that state leaders unfreeze …[read more]
Watchdog Groups Favor Boost in Pay for State Officials
By MICHAEL ODMARK Leaders of two influential good government groups on Thursday argued for sharp salary increases to combat corruption among state elected officials. “It’s …[read more]
Mayor: No local danger from Zika
By RENEE BEYDA With fears of the quickly spreading Zika virus growing, Mayor Bill de Blasio has announced that city health officials see no danger …[read more]
Appeals Judges Deflate Tom Brady’s Case
By DANIEL STEIN-SAYLES The attorney for New England Patriots’ quarterback Tom Brady faced a bombardment of questions on Thursday as the court heard the National …[read more]
Lavender Joins Green at St. Pat’s Parade
By RENEE BEYDA New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio proudly announced on Thursday the end of the 25-year ban of LGBT New Yorkers in …[read more]
Weeping, Hate Crime Defendant Tells Jury: ‘I Am Not a Bigot’
By Keciah Bailey In closing arguments on Thursday accused hate crime murderer, Elliot Morales, pleaded with jurors in tears: “I’m am not a bigot. I …[read more]
Woeful Conditions at NYCHA Houses, Says State Report
By LUIS GONZALEZ New York City Housing Authority complexes show “wreck through neglect,” with many residents waiting several months for repairs and some tenants developing …[read more]
Contents of Accused Wannabe Terrorist’s Backpack Shown to Jury
By SEAN EGAN & MICHAEL ODMARK Prosecutors in the Brooklyn Federal Court case against the Air Force veteran with alleged plans to join ISIS on …[read more]
‘Wife’ of Bus Driver Killed in DUI Asks ‘Maximum Penalty’ for Defendant
By PRISCILLA PEREZ & AMBER ALEXANDER The companion of a New York City bus driver, who was killed in a drunk-driving incident involving a stolen …[read more]