Old man winter didn’t cause a dent in the city that never sleeps, according to a new report.
Category: Breaking News
Breaking news articles.
Brooklyn leads the city in job growth: Report
Brooklyn’s economy is the center for a lot of activity that’s boosting the city’s commerce and popularity.
9/11 families furious over museum party, planned cafe
The families of 9/11 victims are furious over some of the museum’s features such as its future cafe.
Clinton, Samuelsson announce Harlem food festival
Harlem’s hip restaurants will be getting the spotlight next year with a huge festival.
John Liu to challenge Tony Avella for Queens state senate race
The former comptroller received the nod from the Queens Democrats for his Albany bid.
Cecily McMillan sentenced to three months in prison
A Manhattan criminal court judge didn’t enforce the maximum punishment against the Occupy Wall Street protester.
reBar owner charged with tax fraud
The owner of a defunct Brooklyn bar faced a judge for his alleged tax schemes that helped to bring the establishment to an end.
Etsy expands, to open new DUMBO office
The hip, Brooklyn based online retail site is about to have a bigger mark on the borough.
Cecily McMillan convicted in assault on NYPD officer
An Occupy Wall Street demonstrator faces up to seven years in prison after a jury convicted her for a March 2012 assault.
New York Public Library revises plans to renovate main branch
After much outcry from fans and historians, the New York Public Library will not move forward with its plans to remove book shelves for more space.
Former NYPD officer, arrested for alleged anti-Semitic messages in Brooklyn
A former member of New York’s finest allegedly was behind a major hate crime in Borough Park, according to investigators.
Free Wi-Fi hot spots coming to city payphones
The city wants to collect ideas on how to bring payphones into the 21st century.
Vision Zero supporters voice their support for accident-reduction bills
Elected officials and safe traffic advocates pushed for better safety measures.
City agrees to 30 cent surcharge for cabs to pay for accessible taxis
Taking a cab will get a bit more expensive but the city says it’s for a very important cause.
New York’s tech industry leads city in job growth: Report
Tech is really booming in the Big Apple.
NYU Langone reopens ER following months of repair from Sandy
The ER NYU’s hospital is back in operation following Hurricane Sandy’s wraith, but there are still other facilities and infrastructure projects affected by the storm that are far from rebounded.
Sandy recovery plan from de Blasio updated to speed up aid
The mayor released an updated timeline on Sandy recovery plans.
Bloomberg spearheads new group to take on gun lobby
Michael Bloomberg is throwing a $50 million counter against the NRA to increase the call for gun control in the U.S.
Fireworks art show coming to Prospect Park next weekend
A feminist themed firework show will treat Brooklynites on April 26.
NYPD disbands controversial Muslim investigation unit
The new administration at the NYPD reversed course on its undercover unit that upset several religious and civil liberties groups.