It took a Queens jury less than a day to convict Daniel Malakov’s killers. The verdict could not have been better news to the slain dentist’s family.
Category: Breaking News
Breaking news articles.
City orders Katrina family out of St. Albans
A family of Katrina victims are in a helpless situation after the Department of Buildings issued a vacate order for their illegally modified apartment.
Malakov-Setencing
After more than a year after Daniel Malakov was gunned down, his estranged wife and her accomplice were sentenced to life in prison for the homicide. Although both defendants were emotional before the judge put them behind bars forever, the punishment was bittersweet for Malakov’s family.
Kew Gardens man claims $82.7M lottery prize
After weeks of laying low, the winner of a Mega Million lottery accepts his prize.
Grand Theft Auto IV vs Bloomberg
Late March 2007, gamers across the world cheer as the first preview of the new Grand Theft Auto game hits the net. The video game series, where the player takes the role of a criminal, has been notorious for its use of graphic violence, sex and language.
For those reasons, New York City officials were not happy that the new game was being set in a caricature of New York.
Flushing Meadow Victim
During the winter of 2006, Flushing Meadow Corona Park was the site of several violent muggings. One of the victims, Krzysztof Majchrzak, recollected his experience.
Times Square stabbing
Security guard Eddy Juarez had an unusual day when he had to confront a deranged knife wielding man. Despite getting stabbed in the arm, Juarez shared his story from his hospital bed.
Sean Bell-The Day After
New York City’s black community was in shock following the police shooting of Sean Bell, hours before he was set to marry his high school sweetheart. Rev. Al Sharpton led a rally outside the hospital where Bell’s two friends were recuperating following the 50-shot barrage.
Astoria blackout followup
After Western Queens lost power during the summer of 2006, Con Edison supplied energy to residents and businesses with special generators. The remedy, however, presented its own set of problems.