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ForbesGovernors Ball Music Festival Opens in Queens with K-Pop Headliners
The 16th edition of Governors Ball began June 5 at Flushing Meadows Corona Park and continues through June 7. The lineup features more than 60 acts, including headliners Lorde, Baby Keem, Stray Kids, Kali Uchis, A$AP Rocky, and Jennie.
nypost.comSenate committee chair seeks details on NYC hospital system data breach
The chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee asked NYC Health + Hospitals for a briefing on a breach that exposed records of more than 1.8 million patients. The intrusion lasted from at least November 2025 through February 2026.
ESPNPresident to Attend Knicks Game 3 at Madison Square Garden
The president plans to attend Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs on June 8. Law enforcement is coordinating heightened security at the arena above Penn Station.
The GuardianNew York mayor skips Israel Day parade while other Democrats attend
The mayor of New York City declined to participate in the annual Israel Day parade on Sunday, citing opposition to the Israeli government. Several other elected Democrats marched in the event, which also included Israel's finance minister.
washingtonpost.comSecond Rikers Island Officer Pleads Guilty to False Workers’ Compensation Claims
Jovanny Concepcion pleaded guilty in Manhattan federal court to making false statements to obtain workers’ compensation benefits tied to two use-of-force incidents at Rikers Island. The plea marks the second such conviction of a Rikers correction officer this year and triggers ma…
New York PostFDNY Firefighter Charged With Assaulting NYPD Officer at Queens Hospital
An FDNY firefighter was arrested after allegedly punching an on-duty NYPD officer inside a Queens hospital. Prosecutors charged the firefighter with second-degree assault and set bail at $5,000 cash or $10,000 bond.
focustaiwan.twPolitician Addresses Eid Event in New York City
A politician spoke at a Muslim Eid celebration in New York City while wearing a hijab. Video showed an audience that appeared mostly male and some attendees talking during the remarks.
nypost.comWoman, 59, sexually assaulted in Brooklyn park Tuesday morning
Police say an unidentified man attacked a 59-year-old woman inside Kaiser Park in Coney Island around 8:20 a.m. Tuesday. The NYPD released a sketch and asked for public assistance.
BloombergSt. John's University Sells Staten Island Campus to Wagner College for $30 Million
St. John's University completed the sale of its Staten Island campus to Wagner College. The transaction price was $30 million according to city records.
ReasonNew York City Mayor Launches Commission on Government Efficiency
Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a Commission on Government Efficiency to review city operations and reduce bureaucratic delays. The effort follows the dissolution of a prior charter revision commission and comes as the city prepares a $124.7 billion budget.
dailykos.comICE Conducts 430 Street Arrests in New York Area, Investigation Reports
A local nonprofit news organization documented 430 street arrests by ICE agents in the New York metropolitan area. The investigation examined arrest locations and found higher numbers in Latino neighborhoods.
New York PostNYC Mayor Mamdani Meets With JPMorgan CEO Dimon
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon said he had a pleasant but direct meeting with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani last week. He told the mayor his views on taxes, crime, sanitation, schools, affordable housing and childcare.
jpost.comJerusalem Mayor Presents Award to NBA Player Deni Avdija in New York
Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Lion gave Israeli NBA player Deni Avdija the Jerusalem Ambassador in the Diaspora award at a gala in Manhattan. The event closed the Coming to Jerusalem real estate fair on May 28, 2026.
Fox NewsAnti-Israel groups plan protest outside New York Hilton Midtown during real estate expo
Activists from the New York and New Jersey chapter of PAL-AWDA announced a demonstration at 6:30 p.m. targeting attendees of the Jerusalem Real Estate Expo. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday at the New York Hilton Midtown.
bbc.co.ukE-Scooter Rider and Cyclist Die in Head-On Crash on Queensboro Bridge
Two people died after an e-scooter and a bicycle collided head-on on the Queensboro Bridge. The scooter involved is not permitted on New York City streets.
foxnews.comNew York City Mayor Says He Will Skip Israel Day Parade
Mayor Zohran Mamdani stated he will not attend the Israel Day Parade scheduled for Sunday. He said city agencies have prepared for weeks to maintain security for participants.
nypost.comMamdani dissolves Adams-created commission and plans replacement
Mamdani ended a commission established by Eric Adams. Mamdani stated plans to create a new commission with a different structure.
nypost.comKnicks Fan Assaulted at Outdoor Watch Party Near Madison Square Garden
A 24-year-old spectator was punched, kicked, and slashed during a May 19 Knicks watch party at 7th Avenue and West 33rd Street. Police said the five suspects fled and remain at large.
New York City Parks Department Plans Two Drinking Fountains at $375,000
The Manhattan project replaces two existing fountains in Riverside Park. A presentation to Community Board 7 in October 2025 listed flood-zone rules, tree-root surveys, backflow prevention, and a new water line. The total budget reached $375,000.
jpost.comBrooklyn Food Co-op Votes to Boycott Israeli Products
Members of the Park Slope Food Coop approved a boycott of nine Israeli products Tuesday night. The vote followed years of internal debate and passed after a rule change lowered the required threshold.
bbc.co.ukNew York City Mayor Faces Protest Over Policies From Muslim and Pro-Palestinian Groups
Muslim and pro-Palestinian demonstrators plan to gather outside Gracie Mansion on Tuesday night. They cite the mayor's record on interfaith relations and support for Palestinian causes.
nypost.comNew York City Mayor Unveils Housing Plan Targeting Negligent Landlords
Mayor Zohran Mamdani presented a 111-page housing plan that includes measures to increase code enforcement and convert some buildings into resident-controlled cooperatives. The plan sets targets to build 200,000 new affordable homes and preserve or stabilize another 200,000 over…
Fox NewsNew York City Mayor Faces Protest Over Islamist Politics Claims
Moderate Muslim activists plan to protest Tuesday outside Gracie Mansion, accusing Mayor Zohran Mamdani of promoting extremist politics. Hardline anti-Israel activists have also criticized the mayor for insufficient support of Palestinian causes.
zerohedge.comNYC Mayor Unveils Housing Plan With Rent Freeze and Ownership Transfers
Mayor Zohran Mamdani released a housing plan that includes a proposed four-year rent freeze on nearly one million rent-regulated apartments and provisions to transfer ownership of some distressed buildings to nonprofits or tenants. The plan also offers limited exemptions for cert…
DeadlineThe Stand Sets Second Annual NY Laughs Festival for June 4-7
The Stand Restaurant & Comedy Club will hold its second annual NY Laughs Festival across Lower Manhattan and Union Square from June 4-7. The event adds new venues and a free opening show in Union Square Park.
New York PostNYC to Review Building Codes for Cost Savings Starting Late 2026
The Department of Buildings will lead a task force examining existing construction codes for potential cost reductions. The review is part of a housing plan scheduled for release Tuesday.
New York PostThree Charged With Hate Crimes After Midtown Church Break-In
Police charged three men with hate crimes more than three weeks after a group forced entry into a Midtown church. The incident caused $10,000 in damage and minor injuries to one employee.
thehindu.comTree Falls on Woman and Damages Cars in Bronx During Memorial Day Storm
A tree fell on a 49-year-old woman in the Bronx on Memorial Day, injuring her and damaging multiple cars. Police said the incident occurred after several days of rain.
news24.comTwo Men Killed in Separate Bronx Attacks Minutes Apart
A 34-year-old man was shot and killed near Yankee Stadium on Sunday night. Minutes later, a 29-year-old man was stabbed to death in another Bronx neighborhood.
abcnews.go.comArtist Places Middle Finger Statue Near New York City Hall
An artist installed a bronze statue of a raised middle finger facing New York City Hall last week. The piece, titled 'Vaffanculo,' remains in place without an official response from city authorities.
nypost.comGunman kills man at Brooklyn laundromat, wounds bystander
A gunman entered a Brooklyn laundromat Monday morning and shot a 41-year-old man multiple times. The shooter also wounded a 68-year-old bystander before fleeing the scene.
nypost.comJacob Riis Park Bathhouse reopens after 54-year closure following $88 million renovation
The bathhouse at Jacob Riis Park in Queens reopened after being closed since 1972. The project cost $88 million and added new food vendors, a courtyard, and plans for a rooftop restaurant and boutique hotel.
New York PostPolice Seek Two Men After Gunfire at Bronx Playground
Police released surveillance video showing two men firing several rounds at Bathgate Playground in the Bronx on Saturday evening. The shots missed people in the park, and the men fled in a dark sedan after swapping sweaters.
nypost.comBrooklyn Bakery Closed After State License Revoked Over Violations
A 124-year-old Brooklyn bakery shut down last month after its state operating license was revoked for health-code violations. The owner had publicly cited family time and repair costs as reasons for closing.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewNew York Mayor Addresses Progress on Campaign Pledges
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani delivered a speech marking 100 days in office. The address reviewed steps taken on his stated priorities since taking office in January 2026.
nypost.com14-Year-Old Dies After Falling From Subway Train on Williamsburg Bridge
A 14-year-old boy died and an 18-year-old was critically injured after falling from the top of a New York City subway train on the Williamsburg Bridge on Friday. Officials said the teens were riding outside the train.
nypost.comVideo Shows Fatal Subway Surfing Incident on Williamsburg Bridge
A 14-year-old boy died and an 18-year-old was critically injured after both fell from the top of a J train on the Williamsburg Bridge. Police said the older rider turned 18 the same day.
Abc NewsInvestigators Search New York Shipyard After Explosion Kills One, Injures Over 30
A fire and explosion at a Staten Island shipyard killed one civilian and injured more than 30 firefighters and medical personnel on Friday afternoon. Investigators returned to the site on Saturday to determine the cause.
nypost.comTwo teens fall from New York City subway train on Williamsburg Bridge
A 14-year-old died and an 18-year-old remained in critical condition after falling from a subway train while crossing the Williamsburg Bridge on Friday. Officials described the incident as part of a pattern of people riding outside trains.
thegatewaypundit.comNYC Mayor Meets JPMorgan Chase CEO
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani met with JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon on Monday. Columnist Joe Concha said the mayor's tax policies are prompting some businesses to consider relocating outside the city.
reason.comOne dead, over 30 injured in Staten Island shipyard explosion and fire
A civilian died and at least 34 others were injured Friday when a fire and explosion struck a Staten Island shipyard. Most of the wounded were firefighters and emergency workers responding to the incident.
bbc.co.ukWoman Dies After Falling Into Open Manhattan Manhole
A 56-year-old woman from Westchester County died after stepping out of her car into an uncovered manhole in Midtown Manhattan. The incident occurred late Monday night at West 52nd Street and Fifth Avenue.
pbs.orgExplosion at Staten Island Shipyard Kills One, Injures 36
A fire and two explosions struck a shipyard on Staten Island Friday afternoon. One civilian died and 36 people were injured, most of them firefighters.
Fox NewsExplosion and Fire at Staten Island Shipyard Injure at Least 16
A fire and explosion at a Staten Island shipyard Friday afternoon injured at least 16 people, including three with serious injuries. Firefighters and emergency crews responded to the site on Richmond Terrace after reports of workers trapped in a confined space.
New York PostCity Denies Madison Square Garden Permits for Knicks Watch Party
New York City officials rejected Madison Square Garden's request to host an outdoor viewing party for Monday's NBA playoff game. Police cited recent disorder at prior events as the reason for the denial.
New York PostNYC Schools Budget Hits $43 Billion as Enrollment Falls
New York City allocates $43 billion annually to public schools despite a decline of 157,900 students over the past decade. Spending per student stands at $44,000 while test scores remain flat.
reason.comExplosion and fire at Staten Island shipyard injure 16 people
An explosion and fire on a barge at a Staten Island shipyard injured 16 people Friday afternoon. Two firefighters and one civilian suffered serious injuries. Eleven additional firefighters and two EMS personnel were also hurt.
Fox NewsNYC Audit Details Federal Immigration Visits to City Shelters
Audits of six New York City agencies found federal immigration authorities visited shelters and other facilities multiple times in 2025. The reports recorded an increase in detainer requests and described several instances of agents using administrative documents or plainclothes…
nypost.comNYC Mayor Honors Off-Duty Firefighter Who Rescued Principal from Flooded Car
Mayor Zohran Mamdani recognized FDNY firefighter Travis Langan for rescuing Brooklyn school principal Carmen Pinto from her submerged Tesla Model 3 during Wednesday's flash flood. The event took place Friday at FDNY headquarters in Brooklyn.
New York PostNew York City Expands Late-Night Dining, Fitness and Nightlife Options
Several New York City businesses have extended operating hours after pandemic-related restrictions eased. Establishments now include 24-hour cafes, gyms and bars that serve customers through early morning hours.
bbc.co.ukFans Gather Outside Ed Sullivan Theater for Late-Night Show Finale
Hundreds of people lined up outside the Ed Sullivan Theater in Manhattan to attend or view the final episode of a late-night program. A person dressed as a pope joined the crowd seeking entry or a glimpse of the event.
New York PostTech Firm Removes Nine Federal Vehicles From Manhattan Garage After Protest
Metropolis said it removed nine federal vehicles from a Greenwich Village parking garage after demonstrators blocked traffic outside the facility on May 14. The protest targeted spaces rented to the Department of Homeland Security.
New York PostLe Pavillon Marks Fifth Anniversary After Opening During Capacity Limits
The restaurant opened in April 2021 inside One Vanderbilt while office buildings were 80 percent empty. It began service after capacity rules were lifted following discussions with state and city officials.
New York PostNew York City Forecast Shows Rain for Memorial Day Weekend
AccuWeather predicts rain and temperatures in the 50s and 60s for New York City over the Memorial Day weekend. Clear and warmer conditions are expected to return Tuesday.
medianama.comNew York City Comptroller Report Examines Artificial Intelligence Effects on Local Jobs
New York City Comptroller Mark Levin released a report on Thursday that outlines five scenarios for how artificial intelligence could affect employment in the city. The analysis adapts national forecasts from Moody’s Analytics to New York conditions.
New York PostNYC Private School Teachers Earn Up to $17,000 Less Than Tuition at Some Elite Schools
A Post investigation found that full-time teachers at several top New York City private schools earn less than the tuition parents pay for kindergarten. The schools maintain large endowments and pay heads of school more than $1 million annually.
New York PostTeen slashed on neck near Rockefeller Center in early morning attack
An 18-year-old man was knifed on the neck around 1:55 a.m. in front of a 48-story office tower on the Avenue of the Americas near West 51st Street. He was taken to Bellevue Hospital in stable condition. Police described the attacker only as a male and said the motive remains unkn…
Usa TodayBezos Says Higher Taxes on Him Would Not Help Teachers
Jeff Bezos said raising taxes on high earners would not directly help a nurse or teacher in Queens. Zohran Mamdani replied that the debate should focus on how much more the wealthy should pay.
New York PostBrooklyn Woman Sentenced to 20 Years to Life for Drowning Her Three Children
Erin Merdy, 34, received a sentence of 20 years to life in prison after pleading guilty to drowning her three children in the ocean near Coney Island in September 2022. The court accepted the plea after prosecutors had sought a trial for life without parole.
New York PostWoman Dies After Falling Into Open Manhole on East 52nd Street
Donike Gocaj, 56, fell into an uncovered manhole near Fifth Avenue around 11:20 p.m. Monday and died from scald burns and blunt force trauma. A witness had reported a similar hazard two weeks earlier.