Christopher Columbus statue vandalized with graffiti, hands painted red
NEW YORK — A statue of Christopher Columbus in Central Park has been vandalized with graffiti and his hands have been painted red.Graffiti found early Tuesday on the base of the New York City statue said, "Hate will not be tolerated" and "#Somethingscoming."
NEW YORK — A statue of Christopher Columbus in Central Park has been vandalized with graffiti and his hands have been painted red.Graffiti found early Tuesday on the base of the New York City statue said, "Hate will not be tolerated" and "#Somethingscoming."
"Fair way to finance:" Mayor of NYC wants to tax wealthiest 1% to fund repairs to subway system
NEW YORK — The mayor of New York City wants to tax the wealthiest 1 percent to fund repairs and improvements to the beleaguered subway system.The proposal comes as Mayor Bill de Blasio and Gov.
NEW YORK — The mayor of New York City wants to tax the wealthiest 1 percent to fund repairs and improvements to the beleaguered subway system.The proposal comes as Mayor Bill de Blasio and Gov.
Widow of slain officer gives birth to their baby nearly 3 years after his death
NEW YORK — The widow of slain NYPD officer Wenjian Liu has given birth to a baby girl nearly three years after a gunman ambushed and killed Liu and his partner in Brooklyn, according to WPIX.
NEW YORK — The widow of slain NYPD officer Wenjian Liu has given birth to a baby girl nearly three years after a gunman ambushed and killed Liu and his partner in Brooklyn, according to WPIX.
New York police set to deploy 1,200 bodycams around the city
NEW YORK — The New York Police Department is set to deploy the first body cameras to officers after resolving some of the thorniest issues on when to switch on the camera, how long to keep the tape and when to tell the public they're being recorded.About 1,200 officers who work the evening shifts around the city will get the cameras starting at the end of the month.
NEW YORK — The New York Police Department is set to deploy the first body cameras to officers after resolving some of the thorniest issues on when to switch on the camera, how long to keep the tape and when to tell the public they're being recorded.About 1,200 officers who work the evening shifts around the city will get the cameras starting at the end of the month.
Will New York City invite the 'Fearless Girl' to stay on Wall Street?
NEW YORK — Should the "Fearless Girl" stand up to Wall Street's charging bull forever?That's the question New York City officials are facing after a statue of a ponytailed girl in a windblown dress went up in front of the bronze bull early this month and immediately became a tourist draw and internet sensation.
NEW YORK — Should the "Fearless Girl" stand up to Wall Street's charging bull forever?That's the question New York City officials are facing after a statue of a ponytailed girl in a windblown dress went up in front of the bronze bull early this month and immediately became a tourist draw and internet sensation.
Man charged as run-over medic is mourned as job's matriarch
NEW YORK — A man accused of crushing a fire department medic to death under the wheels of a stolen ambulance told reporters Friday he'd done nothing wrong, while his lawyer said he was mentally ill and didn't act intentionally.As colleagues mourned Fire Department Emergency Medical Services technician Yadira Arroyo at a stationhouse draped in black and purple bunting, Jose Gonzalez was arraigned on murder and other charges in her gruesome death.
NEW YORK — A man accused of crushing a fire department medic to death under the wheels of a stolen ambulance told reporters Friday he'd done nothing wrong, while his lawyer said he was mentally ill and didn't act intentionally.As colleagues mourned Fire Department Emergency Medical Services technician Yadira Arroyo at a stationhouse draped in black and purple bunting, Jose Gonzalez was arraigned on murder and other charges in her gruesome death.
Former President Obama spotted in New York; attends Broadway show
NEW YORK — The Obamas just can't quit Broadway.Former President Barack Obama and his daughter Malia Obama have caught a new revival of Arthur Miller's "The Price." They attended the play starring Danny DeVito, Mark Ruffalo, Tony Shalhoub and Jessica Hecht at the American Airlines Theatre on Friday.In "The Price," a police officer feels that life has passed him by while he took care of his now-dead father.
NEW YORK — The Obamas just can't quit Broadway.Former President Barack Obama and his daughter Malia Obama have caught a new revival of Arthur Miller's "The Price." They attended the play starring Danny DeVito, Mark Ruffalo, Tony Shalhoub and Jessica Hecht at the American Airlines Theatre on Friday.In "The Price," a police officer feels that life has passed him by while he took care of his now-dead father.
Video shows pregnant teen screaming as officers shock her with stun gun
NEW YORK — Police are investigating a video that surfaced Tuesday, February 14th, showing officers shocking a pregnant 17-year-old girl as she screams in agony inside a New York City apartment building."Get off of me!
NEW YORK — Police are investigating a video that surfaced Tuesday, February 14th, showing officers shocking a pregnant 17-year-old girl as she screams in agony inside a New York City apartment building."Get off of me!
Doorman dies in freak accident while shoveling snow in New York City: "Very sad situation"
NEW YORK — A doorman shoveling snow outside his building on Manhattan's Upper East Side died Thursday morning, February 9th when he slipped and fell into a glass window, officials said.Miguel Gonzalez, 59, was clearing the steps leading down to the lobby when he fell and smashed into the window of the five-story apartment building at 333 E. 93rd St.
NEW YORK — A doorman shoveling snow outside his building on Manhattan's Upper East Side died Thursday morning, February 9th when he slipped and fell into a glass window, officials said.Miguel Gonzalez, 59, was clearing the steps leading down to the lobby when he fell and smashed into the window of the five-story apartment building at 333 E. 93rd St.
Video shows teens ‘subway surfing’ behind packed New York City train
NEW YORK — Two of the three teens who were caught on video holding on to the back of a New York City subway train as it left a station in the Bronx were ticketed Thursday, police said.The two 15-year-olds were cited for trespassing and released into their parents' custody, NYPD told WPIX-TV.
NEW YORK — Two of the three teens who were caught on video holding on to the back of a New York City subway train as it left a station in the Bronx were ticketed Thursday, police said.The two 15-year-olds were cited for trespassing and released into their parents' custody, NYPD told WPIX-TV.
Inspiring NYPD detective who was paralyzed in 1986 shooting dies at 59
NEW YORK – NYPD Detective Steven McDonald, who became an iconic symbol of courage, faith and forgiveness after being paralyzed in a shooting 30 years ago has died.McDonald, 59, died shortly after 1 p.m. Tuesday, January 10th at North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset, where he had been on life support after suffering a massive heart attack at his home Friday.A man of faith who attended Mass frequently, his wife's cousin — an Irish priest — said Mass was held for the family at McDonald's hospital bedside the day after his heart attack.Following news of his death, fellow officers offered the family their condolences, including one from an NYPD official who said, "Steve is now an angel."McDonald's funeral will be on Friday at St.
NEW YORK – NYPD Detective Steven McDonald, who became an iconic symbol of courage, faith and forgiveness after being paralyzed in a shooting 30 years ago has died.McDonald, 59, died shortly after 1 p.m. Tuesday, January 10th at North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset, where he had been on life support after suffering a massive heart attack at his home Friday.A man of faith who attended Mass frequently, his wife's cousin — an Irish priest — said Mass was held for the family at McDonald's hospital bedside the day after his heart attack.Following news of his death, fellow officers offered the family their condolences, including one from an NYPD official who said, "Steve is now an angel."McDonald's funeral will be on Friday at St.
Inmates busted after Instagram post from New York jail goes viral
NEW YORK — In an expletive-ridden cellphone video obtained by WPIX-TV, four inmates inside what sources say is a New York City jail boast about how they are able to film inside, among other things.The video was posted on Dec. 19 to Normin McKenny's Instagram page, where it has been viewed over 14,000 times.
NEW YORK — In an expletive-ridden cellphone video obtained by WPIX-TV, four inmates inside what sources say is a New York City jail boast about how they are able to film inside, among other things.The video was posted on Dec. 19 to Normin McKenny's Instagram page, where it has been viewed over 14,000 times.
New York City has fewest shootings ever last year
NEW YORK — New York City recorded its fewest number of shootings last year and narrowly missed setting a record low for homicides.According to data released Wednesday, the city had 335 homicides in 2016.
NEW YORK — New York City recorded its fewest number of shootings last year and narrowly missed setting a record low for homicides.According to data released Wednesday, the city had 335 homicides in 2016.
"Really, really sad:" Girls ages 1, 2 killed in explosion in NYC apartment, possibly caused by radiator
NEW YORK -- Two young children were killed in an explosion in their apartment in New York City.
NEW YORK -- Two young children were killed in an explosion in their apartment in New York City.
NYPD officer proposes to girlfriend during Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
NEW YORK — Talk about a memorable trip to the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.The New York Police Department says an officer who was shot on duty last year proposed to his girlfriend at Thursday's parade.
NEW YORK — Talk about a memorable trip to the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.The New York Police Department says an officer who was shot on duty last year proposed to his girlfriend at Thursday's parade.
5-year-old found alone in New York City leads police to mother's body
STAMFORD, Connecticut -- Police are looking for the father of a five-year-old found abandoned in New York City after the girl led investigators to her mother's body.Around 10 a.m. on Monday, November 14th, police found the girl wandering alone through Manhattan's bustling Port Authority Bus Terminal, Stamford Police Captain Richard Conklin told WTIC.When police interviewed the little girl, she said her father, Elmer Gomez Ruono, left her alone at the terminal.
STAMFORD, Connecticut -- Police are looking for the father of a five-year-old found abandoned in New York City after the girl led investigators to her mother's body.Around 10 a.m. on Monday, November 14th, police found the girl wandering alone through Manhattan's bustling Port Authority Bus Terminal, Stamford Police Captain Richard Conklin told WTIC.When police interviewed the little girl, she said her father, Elmer Gomez Ruono, left her alone at the terminal.
Crowd, bundled against chill, views Rockefeller Center tree
NEW YORK — It's beginning to look — and feel — a bit like Christmas in Manhattan.A couple of hundred adults and kids — many bundled in coats, hats, gloves and scarves — gathered in a 40-degree chill Saturday morning to watch workers putting up the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree.
NEW YORK — It's beginning to look — and feel — a bit like Christmas in Manhattan.A couple of hundred adults and kids — many bundled in coats, hats, gloves and scarves — gathered in a 40-degree chill Saturday morning to watch workers putting up the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree.
NYPD baffled by case of baby thrown from building in 1993
NEW YORK -- She was less than 24 hours old when police say she was thrown from the second floor of an apartment building, a red and white dish towel tied around her neck and her umbilical cord and placenta still attached.She died from strangulation and a superintendent found her body, in a trash bag, in a courtyard between two apartment buildings in Brooklyn, reports the New York Times.But that was Nov. 8, 1993.Almost 23 later, police say they have no leads on who killed the child and "zero idea" about the identity of Baby Jane Doe's mother.They believe she was young, but not necessarily living in one of the two buildings.
NEW YORK -- She was less than 24 hours old when police say she was thrown from the second floor of an apartment building, a red and white dish towel tied around her neck and her umbilical cord and placenta still attached.She died from strangulation and a superintendent found her body, in a trash bag, in a courtyard between two apartment buildings in Brooklyn, reports the New York Times.But that was Nov. 8, 1993.Almost 23 later, police say they have no leads on who killed the child and "zero idea" about the identity of Baby Jane Doe's mother.They believe she was young, but not necessarily living in one of the two buildings.
Man terrified of becoming homeless, allegedly kept grandmother's body in garbage bags for 5 months
RIDGEWOOD, New York -- A Queens man, terrified that his 85-year-old grandmother's death would leave him homeless, kept her decomposing body wrapped in at least 10 garbage bags for almost half a year, until a concerned relative led police to the horrifying discovery, a law enforcement source said.The woman, identified as Erika Kraus-Breslin, died in May, according to a law enforcement source.Her grandson, 30-year-old Christopher Fuhrer was arrested after months of trying to cover up her death, putting air freshener in a fan to minimize the smell, which began the day after she died, the police source said.On Wednesday, October 5th, officers were sent to her home on 65th Street near 68th Avenue by a concerned family member who called police, NYPD said.When they arrived, police were met by Fuhrer, who directed them to a bedroom where Kraus-Breslin's wrapped corpse was lying on the floor.Fuhrer faces a charge each of not reporting death to a health officer, burial/body removal without permit, and improper burial, police said.The medical examiner will determine Kraus-Breslin's cause of death.
RIDGEWOOD, New York -- A Queens man, terrified that his 85-year-old grandmother's death would leave him homeless, kept her decomposing body wrapped in at least 10 garbage bags for almost half a year, until a concerned relative led police to the horrifying discovery, a law enforcement source said.The woman, identified as Erika Kraus-Breslin, died in May, according to a law enforcement source.Her grandson, 30-year-old Christopher Fuhrer was arrested after months of trying to cover up her death, putting air freshener in a fan to minimize the smell, which began the day after she died, the police source said.On Wednesday, October 5th, officers were sent to her home on 65th Street near 68th Avenue by a concerned family member who called police, NYPD said.When they arrived, police were met by Fuhrer, who directed them to a bedroom where Kraus-Breslin's wrapped corpse was lying on the floor.Fuhrer faces a charge each of not reporting death to a health officer, burial/body removal without permit, and improper burial, police said.The medical examiner will determine Kraus-Breslin's cause of death.
"I'm the NY bomber:" NYPD investigates online manifesto by individual claiming responsibility for explosion
NEW YORK — A manifesto by an individual claiming to be responsible for detonating an explosive in Chelsea, New York Saturday, September 17th, injuring 29 people, has been discovered online and police confirmed Sunday they are now investigating its validity.The investigation is in its early stages, and the primary concern is credibility behind the posting titled, “I’m the NY Bomber: This is will be my manifesto,” sources tell FOX6's sister station PIX11.The individual titles two posts, “Taking a human life” and “Manufacturing Test Explosives,” and claims the reason for Saturday night’s attack is bringing attention to issues surrounding those who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer or questioning.Below is an excerpt from the posts:
NEW YORK — A manifesto by an individual claiming to be responsible for detonating an explosive in Chelsea, New York Saturday, September 17th, injuring 29 people, has been discovered online and police confirmed Sunday they are now investigating its validity.The investigation is in its early stages, and the primary concern is credibility behind the posting titled, “I’m the NY Bomber: This is will be my manifesto,” sources tell FOX6's sister station PIX11.The individual titles two posts, “Taking a human life” and “Manufacturing Test Explosives,” and claims the reason for Saturday night’s attack is bringing attention to issues surrounding those who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer or questioning.Below is an excerpt from the posts: