Tragedy struck 100 passengers of a Metro North train after it derailed while heading into a curve in the Bronx.
Author: Ivan Pereira
Queens congresswoman mugged in Washington D.C.
Rep. Grace Meng didn’t let a mugger deter her spirit while conducting her duties in Washington.
Pundits weigh in on possible return of Commissioner Bratton
Experts say the next commissioner will have to face a whole set of political challenges if they take the job.
City looking at way to curb rising number of Apple product thefts
Apple products are being stolen at an increasing rate and a new bill aims to deter thieves from making a buck of the goods.
Chicago pizza owners sound off on Jon Stewart’s pie diss
Jon Stewart threw down the gauntlet and Windy City pizzeria owners fought back.
DA won’t charge cabbie who struck tourist at Rock Center
After a two-month investigation, the Manhattan DA’s office said it won’t be arraigning the cab driver who struck a tourist who was at the wrong place at the wrong time.
MTA lowers proposed future fare hike
New revenue and better book keeping will mean that riders won’t have to break more of their bank to take a ride on the subway.
First tower at new World Trade Center site opens
The future for the new World Trade Center site began with the opening of Four WTC.
Midtown East rezoning put on hold by Council
The mayor’s plans to reshape Midtown East are now in limbo.
One World Trade Center officially tallest building in America
The debate is over. The city’s tallest building is now the king of skyscrapers in the Western Hemisphere.
4 World Trade Center ready to leave its mark on downtown
The World Trade Center site is about to enter a whole new era this week with the opening of its first tower,
Bill de Blasio wins in landslide over Joe Lhota
Bill de Blasio’s long campaign for mayor proved successful as he bested Joe Lhota for the keys to Gracie Mansion.
Cops, NYU officials try to figure out how student got stuck in gap
Students say they are confused as to how one of their classmates was wedged between the cracks of their dorm.
NYC Marathon goes on amid heavy security
This year’s marathon went off without any hitch and runners and their families say they couldn’t be any more happier.
Sandy postponement, Boston attack push NYC marathoners to go the distance
The carnage from the Boston bombings and the stress of waiting another year to run, has pumped NYC marathoners up.
Council passes bill to raise smoking age to 21
Smoking among older teens will be a thing of the past now that the Council voted to raise the age New Yorkers can buy tobacco products.
FDNY shows off new superstorm ready vehicles
The FDNY showed off its new Post Sandy investments that aim to strengthen the Bravest during extreme weather emergencies.
Council gives OK for Staten Island Ferris wheel
The city gave its approval for the world’s largest Ferris Wheel to come to the big apple.
Bloomberg touts progress in post-Sandy projects
The mayor says the city is making huge progress when it comes to storm-proofing the city.
Business owners’ spirits high despite slow Sandy recovery
Some city businesses rebounded 100% a year after Sandy while others still struggle to make rent. Despite their differences and hardships, the owners say their spirit and will power is stronger than ever.