Co-founder of viral ALS Ice Bucket Challenge dies at 37
A co-founder of the social media ALS ice bucket challenge, which has raised more than $200 million worldwide for Lou Gehrig’s disease research, died Sunday at the age of 37, according to the ALS Association.
Owl found inside Rockefeller Christmas tree after 3 days without food
A small owl was found among the branches of this year's Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree.
DHS acting head Chad Wolf didn't have authority to suspend DACA, judge says
A federal judge in New York has ruled that Acting Department of Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf assumed his position unlawfully. U.S. District Judge Nicholas Garaufis's ruling invalidates Wolf’s suspension of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, which shields young people from deportation.
2020 Rockefeller Center Christmas tree goes up
A 75-foot Norway spruce arrived Saturday at New York City's Rockefeller Center to serve as one of the world's most famous Christmas trees.
Ex-cop-turned-lawyer admits cheating 9/11 worker of $900,000
Gustavo Vila, 62, pleaded guilty Thursday in White Plains federal court to cheating the U.S. government by failing to pass along proceeds of the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund.
New York, New Jersey and Connecticut requiring Californians to quarantine before visiting
The tri-state area added California back to its quarantine list because of an increase in the state's testing positivity rate.
Officer suspended for blaring 'Trump 2020' from NYPD vehicle
The suspension is effective immediately and the incident remains under investigation, the police department said.
Judge dismisses suit against Fox over Trump affair story
McDougal has said she had an affair with Trump in 2006 and 2007. He denied it.
Dear Donald, Dear Mr. President: A Trump-Nixon '80s tale
Trump, for his part, is unabashed about one of his aims for the relationship: “One of my great ambitions is to have the Nixons as residents in Trump Tower.”
Judge: Eric Trump must testify in NY probe before election
State Judge Arthur Engoron said that President Donald Trump's son must comply with a subpoena for his testimony no later than Oct. 7.
Police: 2 dead, 14 wounded in shooting at party in Rochester, New York
As many as 100 people were at the gathering in Rochester, New York when gunfire claimed the lives of two people and left 14 others injured.
Lawyers: Eric Trump won't testify in NY probe before election
The lawyers argued Eric Trump’s “extreme travel schedule” related to his father’s reelection campaign prevented him from testifying sooner in state Attorney General Letitia James’ civil probe.
Macy’s plans smaller but camera-ready Thanksgiving parade
A Macy’s Thanksgiving parade reimagined for the coronavirus pandemic will feature floats, performers and giant balloons along a one-block stretch of 34th Street in front of the retailer’s flagship Manhattan store, Macy’s officials announced Monday.
50 Cent surprises Burger King employees with $30K in tips
Rapper 50 Cent surprised Burger King workers in Queens, N.Y. with $30,000 in cash tips.
Novak Djokovic out of US Open after hitting line judge with ball
It was a stunning end to Djokovic’s bid for an 18th Grand Slam title and his 26-0 start to this season.
NY attorney general to form grand jury after Prude death
Prude’s death after his brother called for help for his erratic behavior in March has roiled New York’s third-largest city since video of the encounter was made public earlier this week.
Chaotic scenes at late-night protest in Rochester
The death of Daniel Prude after a confrontation with police sparked a third night of demonstrations in New York's third-largest city, with protesters demanding more accountability for how it happened and legislation to change how authorities respond to mental health emergencies.
Angry Cuomo says Trump will 'need army' to walk safely through New York City streets
Gov. Andrew Cuomo fired back at President Donald Trump after he threatened to pull federal funding from New York City as part of an effort to target “anarchist jurisdictions.”
FDNY: 16 injured after NJ Transit bus crashes near Port Authority
A New Jersey Transit bus crashed into a divider near the Port Authority Bus Terminal Saturday, leaving at least 16 people injured, including one critically.
Herbalife admits to bribing Chinese officials to grow business
Herbalife has long been embroiled in litigation and regulatory actions over its business practices.