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Where to watch 4th of July fireworks in NYC: Best views and bites

There's no better place to spark fun on July 4th than New York City.

NYC, state officials reveal free ways to get kids off their phones and outside: 'Don't scroll through life'

Gov. Kathy Hochul announced that pools at New York’s state parks will be free to all for the rest of the summer — including at Jones Beach on Long Island,...

Hardworking immigrant driver shot to death in NYC died chasing 'the American Dream,' grieving friends say

Naveed Afzal, 52, of Pakistan, worked two jobs to support his family overseas. But he was shot and killed late last month in what police sources say might have been...

Where is Jenny Slate going on her 2024 book tour?

The "Marcel the Shell with Shoes On" star is slated to crack wise in NYC on Oct. 22.

Jewish voter group targets NYC races in 2025 after ousting 'Squad' Rep. Jamaal Bowman

"We want people to turn out so our issues are not ignored. A bigger Jewish turnout could have a tremendous impact on New York City elections," said Maury Litwack, head...

Anti-Israel protester who told ‘Zionists’ to ID themselves on NYC subway cowers behind supporters as he faces judge

Anas Saleh was arraigned on a coercion charge in Manhattan Criminal Court on Monday and faces up to a year in prison for threatening "Zionist" subway riders in Union Square...

NJ Transit's frequent delays enrage commuters as 15% fare hike set to take hold — and 'nothing is being done about it'

This month’s series of holdups, slowdowns and outright cancellations — combined with aging train cars, ancient infrastructure and an ironically timed 15% fare hike that starts July 1 — has...

NFL owner Robert Kraft donates $1M to Yeshiva University after pulling support from Columbia

The Patriots owner previously announced he was pulling support from his alma mater, Columbia University, over its handling of anti-Israel protests.

The Netflix-featured women of Serhant are working 24/7 to disrupt NYC's real estate industry

Jade Shenker and Chloe Tucker Caine of the Soho real estate company Serhant are working day and night to seal multimillion-dollar Manhattan deals.

NYC dance teacher who was left in coma by sex offender's sucker-punch slams light sentence: 'He destroyed my life'

Jesus Cortes Cabrera continues to suffer from Bui's brutal actions.

'Wake up': Israel's new consul general warns of 'radical Muslim occupation' in NYC

In a poll taken shortly after Oct 7, 57% of American Muslims said they believed Hamas' Oct 7 attacks in Israel were "justified."

Moped-riding bandits rob NYC bar hoppers at gunpoint: 'Super rattling'

A pair of moped-riding bandits robbed two Greenpoint bar hoppers at gunpoint — the latest in a crime spree centering on the two-wheeled getaway vehicles, cops and victims said Friday.

NYC nightlife legend Susanne Bartsch pumps up Pride with a big bash — and a new book

As Susan Bartsch celebrates her new book "Bartschland," the club queen’s longtime love affair with the LGBTQ community continues on Saturday night, when her Boom! Pride bash will pump up...

Record-breaking $112.4B NYC budget deal reverses majority of Adams' cuts

The full scope of reversals had yet to be unveiled, but the mayor and speaker touted a $58 million funding restoration to libraries Thursday night.

NYC ranks in top 5 hottest sex destinations in the world — and this wild position is a freaky favorite

Experiencing the big O in the Big Apple is at the top of nearly every bon vivant’s bedroom bucket list, according to an X-rated report.

Monster 220-pound sea creature caught — in the Hudson River

Atlantic sturgeon caught in New York measures 6 feet long.

Eric Adams’ stunning super booster is a ‘RHONY’ candidate, top NYC broker and fervent supporter of the mayor

Stunning Srugo — who is politically charged on issues from education to Israel — has supported Adams since the beginning of his administration.

Justin Timberlake walks to golf lessons in NYC after Hamptons DWI arrest

We're told the pop superstar walked about six block to the facility in lower Manhattan, avoiding getting behind the wheel again after his scandalous arrest.

NYC pool season opens with belly-flop as lifeguard shortage prompts partial closures

Mayor Eric Adams declared Thursday that 50 public swimming pools are open for the summer, although city officials later clarified the sites will continue to face partial closures because of...

NYC migrant shelters under scrutiny after accused cop shooter claims gun-smuggling chain

An accused cop shooter who claimed a Venezuelan gang is smuggling guns into migrant facilities stayed at a shelter with a X-ray and magnetometer to scan for weapons, officials said....