Sep. 26, 2024 By Robert Pozarycki, Dean Moses and Ethan Stark-Miller Federal agents executed a search warrant Thursday morning at Gracie Mansion, the mayor’s official residence, amid reports that Eric Adams is facing indictment. The New York Times reported that the feds arrived at the historic Upper East Side residence at about 6 a.m.…
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Mayor Eric Adams indicted on federal criminal charges, reports say
Sep. 26, 2024 By Robert Pozarycki and Ethan Stark-Miller Mayor Eric Adams, under siege for weeks amid multiple federal investigations into his administration, has become the first sitting New York City mayor to be indicted on criminal charges. The exact charges against the mayor are unknown at this time, as the indictment remains under…
MTA approves $68.4 billion capital plan, sends it to Albany on how to figure out funding
Sep. 25, 2024 By Shane O’Brien The MTA approved on Wednesday its $68.4 billion capital plan for 2025-2029 — even though how much of that plan will be paid for remains up in the air with Gov. Kathy Hochul’s ongoing pause of congestion pricing. All 10 members of the MTA board approved the proposal on…
AOC calls for Mayor Adams’ ouster amid torrent of federal probes and high-level resignations at City Hall
Sep. 25, 2024 By Ethan Stark-Miller Progressive Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-Bronx/Queens) called on Mayor Eric Adams to resign Wednesday “for the good of the city” amid an unrelenting maelstrom of federal investigations surrounding City Hall. Ocasio-Cortez is perhaps the most high-profile pol to urge Adams to step down thus far, following a steady stream…
Reckless driver crashes into parked school bus outside Elmhurst school, CM Holden calls for action
Sep. 25, 2024 By Anthony Medina A 46-year-old school bus driver sustained injuries to her arm and neck on Tuesday, Sept. 24, when she was rear-ended by a reckless driver outside of I.S. 5: The Walter Crowley Intermediate School in Elmhurst, according to police. Police say the school bus was parked outside the Elmhurst…
Armed robbers sought for stealing $40K from two young men at the Tangram Mall in Flushing: NYPD
Sep. 25, 2024 By Bill Parry Two young men were robbed at gunpoint inside the Tangram Mall in Flushing last month and the two suspects remain at large. Police from the 109th Precinct in Flushing reported that the 21-year-old victim and his friend, a 23-year-old man, entered the mall, located at 133-33 39th Ave.,…
Electric shuttle service launches in Rockaways, providing green transportation to underserved communities
Sep. 25, 2024 By Athena Dawson A fully electric shuttle service is now running in the Rockaways, offering eco-friendly transportation as part of a new program. The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), in partnership with the Long Island Power Authority (LIPA), announced the program’s launch on Monday, Sept. 23. Circuit…
Amazin’ Mets Foundation names amputee baseball team Legacy Award winners
Sep. 25, 2024 By Ethan Marshall The Amazin’ Mets Foundation presented the Louisville Slugger Warriors Amputee Baseball Team with a $5,000 check on Saturday, Sept. 21 as part of the foundation’s second annual Legacy Award. Prior to Saturday’s Mets game, Amazin’ Mets Foundation President and New York Mets Co-owner Alex Cohen presented the check…
NYC Planning panel greenlights ‘City of Yes’ housing plan — but it still faces tough road in City Council
Sep. 25, 2024 By Ethan Stark-Miller The New York City Planning Commission voted Wednesday to approve Mayor Eric Adams’ “City of Yes” zoning overhaul aimed at boosting housing supply across the Big Apple — but the controversial plan must still pass the City Council, where it likely will face strong political opposition. The scheme,…
Bayside Historical Society unveils exciting fall lineup at historic Fort Totten, featuring tours, Halloween events, and more
Sep. 25, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan Fall is officially here, and the Bayside Historical Society (BHS) in the historic Fort Totten has a full roster of events ranging from spooky to wholesome for this new season. Most of the events take place on weekends and are free to attend. For those looking to learn…