Elected officials are working on a way to crack down on illegal bikes in the city.
Author: Ivan Pereira
Cuomo changes law to honor all firefighters killed on duty
Any New York firefighter who dies in the line of duty, regardless of whether they were fighting a fire, will now be honored in Albany.
Firefighters rescue workers following scaffolding accident
A pair of window washers were saved by a group of New York’s Bravest after their scaffolding malfunctioned.
Pols banned from speaking at 9/11 anniversary ceremony
For the first time, elected officials will not be able to make speeches at the 9/11 anniversary ceremony at Ground Zero.
Manhattan apartment availability, rents rise in June: Reports
Despite a surge in rents, there are some hotspots for Manhattan apartment seekers.
Espaillat concedes to Rangel for second time
The race for the 13th Congressional seat is over, again.
Few turn out to rally against mayor’s soda ban
A protest against the mayor’s proposed soda ban fell flat.
Daredevil falls off Central Park castle, breaks arm: Cops
A Virginia man has joined the long list of thrill seekers who tried and failed to scale New York’s tallest spectacles.
Swimmers take to pools despite reported scuffles
Mishaps at the city pools has not deterred some swimmers.
City movie theaters take fight against soda ban to marquees
The soda ban opponents are going all out to rally more people to their cause.
Macy’s turns to fans to ‘Ignite the Light’ on July 4
Attendees of the 2012 Macy’s July 4th fireworks show helped to shape the spectacle.
New York Spider-Man fans cherish his city roots
For some comic book fans, Spider-Man is more than just a superhero, he’s a New York institution.
Espaillat challenges election results in court
The contest for the 13th Congressional district is not over yet.
Law experts weigh in on Supreme Court health vote
Two law experts give their take on the supreme court’s decision that declared the Affordable Health Care Act constitutional.
Rangel’s history helped secure primary win: Expert
The Harlem Lion’s reputation helped him snag another term.
Crane slip causes damage at WTC construction site
An accident at 4 World Trade Center caused minimal damage but lots of delays.
City passes balanced budget on time
New York City’s 2013 fiscal year budget saw no raise no taxes or major cuts to services.
NYC celebrates Spider-Man’s return to the movies
The city is going to paint the town red and blue with events in anticipation for the premire of “The Amazing Spider-Man”
George Takei promotes gay rights in NYC
The Star Trek actor visited New York to help promote equal rights for the LGBT community.
Gay pride parade draws thousands of supporters
Thousands of LGBT members and their supporters hit the street to celebrate their pride.