In one of the most surprising results of Tuesday’s primary election, Yusef Salaam, a former prisoner who was later exonerated of charges in the famous case known as the ‘Central Park Five’, is leading the way. in the race to be the Democratic nominee for city council in Harlem’s 9th District. Salaam declared himself the … Read more
Ridgewood, Queens, was ranked the fourth coolest neighborhood on the planet and the coolest neighborhood in North America by Time Out last year. We explore it and its residents tell us why this sector is unique and how it has changed in the last two decades. “Here people have a camaraderie like family,” said neighbor … Read more
New York has received decisive federal approval for its plan, the first in the country, to charge tolls for entering the most visited areas of Manhattan, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Tuesday. “Congestion tolls will reduce traffic in our congested downtown area, improve air quality and provide critical resources to the MTA,” Hochul said. “I am … Read more
This Tuesday, New Yorkers have the opportunity to go to the polls and use their right to vote to make the changes they believe are necessary in the city. Today, June 27, New York City residents who are registered to vote will be able to elect City Council members from each borough. Absentee ballots may … Read more
The Riddle of the Origin of Water on Earth Begins to Reveal, Turns Out It Came From This Object The mystery surrounding the origin of water on Earth is slowly starting to unravel, thanks to the efforts of a number of scientists who have conducted detailed analyses of asteroids. This groundbreaking finding is expected to … Read more
New York City to Install Over 170 Electric Scooter and Bicycle Charging Stations New York City is taking a proactive approach to address the increasing number of fires caused by lithium-ion batteries. Mayor Eric Adams, along with Senator Chuck Schumer, announced today that the city will install more than 170 electric scooter and bicycle charging … Read more
NY1 News Celebrates 20th Anniversary, Reflects on Latino Political Advancement in NYC This week, NY1 News is celebrating its 20th anniversary of being on the air. Over the past two decades, the news outlet has witnessed and documented the political advancement of the Latino community in New York City. Juan Manuel Benítez, presenter of Pura … Read more
LGBTQ+ Pride Parades Celebrate and Protest Across the United States The streets of some of the biggest cities in the United States were filled with celebrations and shows of resistance as LGBTQ+ pride parades took place on Sunday. These annual events have become a combination of party and protest, with participants cheering and waving rainbow … Read more
Teenager Fatally Shot in Manhattan: Investigation Underway New York City, NY – In a tragic incident, an 18-year-old teenager lost his life this morning after being shot in the neck while walking in Manhattan. The New York Police Department (NYPD) has launched an investigation into the incident, which occurred just before 1 a.m. at the … Read more
Some elected officials are pushing for stricter penalties for alternate parking violations in an effort to keep the streets cleaner. Councilmen Erik Bottcher and Lincoln Restler have proposed a new measure that would increase fines for repeat offenders. Under the proposed bill, the fine for a first offense would remain at $65. However, any subsequent … Read more