How to watch the Nathan's Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest
Thousands of people will gather at Coney Island on Tuesday to watch competitive eaters scarf down mountains of sausages and buns during the annual Nathan's Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest.
2023-07-04 02:26
Don't worry pizza-heads, NYC is not coming for your pies
Lawmakers and prominent social media personalities have in recent days rallied against a proposed New York City rule that some say would crack down on the city's beloved pizzerias.
2023-06-28 05:18
Fire that killed 4 at NYC e-bike store was caused by lithium ion batteries, fire commissioner says
The early-morning fire at an e-bike store in lower Manhattan that left four dead was caused by lithium-ion batteries, the city's fire commissioner said Tuesday.
2023-06-20 23:50
New York City announces minimum wage for app food delivery workers
New York City on Sunday announced a new minimum pay-rate for app food delivery workers amid a rise in use of services like Uber Eats and DoorDash since the pandemic.
2023-06-12 06:26
Cities across the Northeast experience better air quality indexes as hazardous wildfire smoke subsides
Sorely missed blue skies are returning and cities across the northeastern US are experiencing better air quality indexes after the monstrous cloud of smoke spewed by the wildfires in Canada dissipates.
2023-06-10 22:23
Raging wildfires in Quebec drive intense smoke and hazy skies farther across the eastern US and Canada
Millions across the US and Canada will remain at risk of inhaling potentially harmful air from wildfires in Quebec on Thursday as more officials urge people to limit time spent outdoors and mask up for enhanced protection.
2023-06-08 15:53
La Guardia and Newark flight delays over Canada wildfire smoke
US officials warn travellers to and from New York City to expect delays as visibility plunges.
2023-06-08 04:19
Airbnb sues New York City over its short-term rental restrictions
Airbnb on Thursday sued New York City over its restrictions on short-term housing rentals, in a legal dispute that pits the company's concerns about its ability to operate in a key market against the city's efforts to address an affordable housing crisis.
2023-06-03 00:48
Keeping the faith: New housing options for NYC migrants
A reminder from the Prophet Muhammad to give to "mankind" is painted outside a non-descript building in South Brooklyn that has opened its doors to migrants of all faiths.
2023-05-29 07:51
Philadelphia Union continue resurgence with win over New York City FC
The Philadelphia Union did not jump out of the gate the way they were expected to for the 2023 MLS Season but since losing to Cincy in early April, the squad's gone unbeaten in seven matches (5W, 2D).
2023-05-29 04:29
2 boys found dead in separate Manhattan rivers may have been playing at water's edge, source says
Two boys who were reported missing last week and found dead in two different rivers in Manhattan may have been last seen playing together at the water's edge, according to one law enforcement source.
2023-05-22 23:16
Missing boys found dead in separate Manhattan rivers, NYPD says
Two New York boys reported missing last week have been found dead in different rivers in Manhattan, police say.
2023-05-22 04:24