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Texas prepares as Harvey strengthens into 'life-threatening' storm

Millions of people were bracing for a prolonged battering from the hurricane, which could be the fiercest such storm to hit the U.S. in nearly a dozen years.

 

Open call for volunteer positions as Rape Survivor Advocates

The Safe Horizon Staten Island Community Programs is seeking members of the community to participate in a four-week, 40-hour comprehensive training that is slated to begin September 2017.

 

In dispute over statues, where do you draw the line?

NEW YORK -- It's not just about Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson. The national soul-searching over whether to take down monuments to the Confederacy's demigods has extended to other historical figures accused of wrongdoing, including Christopher Columbus (brutality toward...

 

Update: 1 injured in crash on Outerbridge Crossing

A crash on the Outerbridge Crossing heading to New Jersey is causing a traffic jam on the expressway leading to the span during the Friday morning rush hour.

 

'Timmy,' K-9 dog named for slain cop, back on the job

The NYPD K-9 Unit dog named after slain Detective Russel Timoshenko has recovered from injuries suffered during a search in Brooklyn.

 

Delays on Goethals Bridge to New Jersey on Friday

Drivers on the New Jersey-bound Goethals Bridge are experiencing delays during the Friday morning rush hour.

 

Hardware store returning to former Doody's location in Castleton Corners

The 11,300-square-foot store, which is currently under construction, is expected to open for business by Thanksgiving, said Dukhovny.

 

No rescue after man reportedly jumps from Staten Island Ferry

Police said that no one was rescued and no body was recovered following a reported jumper from the Staten Island Ferry.

 

Third annual candlelight vigil for overdose victims at Freedom Circle

About 75 people gathered in Midland Beach Thursday night for a candle light vigil honoring those lost to drug addiction.

 

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