Judge denies R Kelly release amid coronavirus crisis
A federal judge in New York on Tuesday denied R&B singer R. Kelly's request for release from jail in Chicago because he was concerned he could contract the coronavirus while behind bars.
New York City considering temporary burials of coronavirus victims
New York City is considering temporarily burying coronavirus victims to relieve some of the pressure on the system due to large numbers of deaths.
Tiger at NYC Bronx Zoo positive for coronavirus, first known animal infection in US
The 4-year-old Malayan tiger, and six other tigers and lions that have also fallen ill, are believed to have been infected by a zoo employee, the U.S. Department of Agriculture said.
Coronavirus deaths, hospitalizations drop in NY for the first time
While Cuomo said the significance of the drop was too early to be discerned, he also pointed to drops in people being admitted to intensive care and daily intubations.
Viral photos show health care workers on plane, en route to New York to help in coronavirus fight
It’s a photo worth a thousand words: Southwest Airlines on Sunday posted an image of a group of health care workers ready to go to battle in New York, which has fast become the epicenter of the COVID-19 outbreak in the U.S.
Trump backs away from possible quarantine order for New York and New Jersey
President Donald Trump backed away from calling for a quarantine for coronavirus hotspots in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, instead directing Saturday night that a “strong Travel Advisory” be issued to stem the spread of the outbreak.
CDC issues 14-day domestic travel advisory for NJ, NY, CT
A 14-day travel restriction has been issued for New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut in an effort to contain the spread of coronavirus.
President Trump says quarantine of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut "will not be necessary"
He has asked the CDC to issue a strong Travel Advisory in lieu of a quarantine, which he says "will not be necessary".
People who have recently left NY should quarantine for 14 days, White House task force recommends
The White House Coronavirus Task Force about the developments on Tuesday.
Boy, 4, honors pandemic heroes by dressing up as Walmart clerk for school's virtual 'Superhero Day'
A 4-year-old boy dressed up as a Walmart employee for ‘Superhero Day' to honor the pandemic heroes.
Family sings happy birthday to 95-year-old grandma from afar amid pandemic
Sara Byrne's video struck a chord with thousands of Instagram followers.
New York City Mayor: Be prepared to shelter in place
New Yorkers should begin to prepare for the possibility of being ordered to shelter in place in the midst of the novel coronavirus pandemic, the mayor said Tuesday.
Earthquake in New York felt across region
The U.S. Geological Survey reported an earthquake in upstate New York Wednesday.
NYPD makes dozen arrests in brutal attack on girl in Brooklyn
Police in New York have arrested 12 teens in connection with the brutal attack and robbery of a girl in Brooklyn.
Girl, 15, viciously assaulted during gang robbery in Brooklyn
A 15-year-old girl was attacked and robbed by a large group in a frightening incident that was caught on camera.
Coronavirus cases hit 142 in New York state, up 35% in one day
The total number of coronavirus cases in New York State has reached over 100, with 13 confirmed cases in New York City and officials say they expect the numbers to continue to rise.
Manhattan woman is first coronavirus case in New York
A 39-year-old healthcare worker who had traveled to Iran and is the first coronavirus case in New York City is recovering at her home in Manhattan, said NY Gov. Andrew Cuomo Monday.
Baby Yoda toys among the 'it' products from annual American International Toy Fair
New Baby Yoda toy emerging as one of the "it" items from the annual American International Toy Fair wrapping up in New York on Tuesday.
Weinstein jury indicates it is split on most serious counts
In a note sent to the judge during their lunch break, jurors posed a question asking if it were permissible for them to be hung on two counts of predatory sexual assault while reaching a unanimous verdict on other charges.
Photos of chihuahua, pigeon cuddling go viral, draw in thousands of donations for non-profit animal rescue
A photo of a pigeon and chihuahua cuddling at animal shelter in New York have gone viral.