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Pilot declares mayday before seaplane comes down in New York City’s East River

July 5, 2026

Pilot declares mayday before seaplane comes down in New York City’s East River

Video shows the Kodiak 100 seaplane floating upright in the East River after a hard landing snapped a wing strut near the NY Skyport terminal.

NYPD detective, children shot in separate Brooklyn shootings over holiday weekend

July 5, 2026

NYPD detective, children shot in separate Brooklyn shootings over holiday weekend

NYPD Detective Robert Karroll was shot in his ballistic vest in Crown Heights as four children were among eight shot in Coney Island over the holiday.

Zohran Mamdani's wife skips America 250 for Islamic ‘spiritual wellness’ retreat in Spain

July 5, 2026

Zohran Mamdani's wife skips America 250 for Islamic ‘spiritual wellness’ retreat in Spain

Rama Duwaji flew to Mallorca for an Islamic spiritual wellness retreat while New York City celebrated America 250, sparking criticism from officials.

9/11 Museum CEO reflects on lasting impact of terror attacks as America marks 250th birthday

July 5, 2026

9/11 Museum CEO reflects on lasting impact of terror attacks as America marks 250th birthday

The 9/11 Memorial Museum marks America's 250th anniversary alongside the 25th anniversary of the attacks, highlighting recovery and resilience.

Letitia James hammered after NY Medicaid fraud unit funding frozen over ineffective enforcement

July 2, 2026

Letitia James hammered after NY Medicaid fraud unit funding frozen over ineffective enforcement

HHS suspended federal funding for New York's Medicaid Fraud Control Unit, citing just 53 fraud convictions over three years under Letitia James.

This is where Captain Kidd buried his treasure

July 2, 2026

This is where Captain Kidd buried his treasure

Captain Kidd's descendant says the pirate buried 40 pounds of gold and jewels on Long Island, with more treasure possibly hidden across the East Coast.

Couple facing slew of charges after climbing to the top of Empire State Building with massive banner

July 2, 2026

Couple facing slew of charges after climbing to the top of Empire State Building with massive banner

Two people climbed to the top of the Empire State Building in New York City on Wednesday.

Zohran Mamdani praised for 'fantastic' question-dodging on presidential eligibility

July 2, 2026

Zohran Mamdani praised for 'fantastic' question-dodging on presidential eligibility

Zohran Mamdani was called "fantastic" at dodging questions after a podcast host asked the New York City mayor if he would run for president if he was eligible.

New York makes history with first-of-its-kind law regulating AI-powered commercials

July 2, 2026

New York makes history with first-of-its-kind law regulating AI-powered commercials

A New York law now requires AI-generated ads to carry clear disclosure labels, with fines up to $5,000 for repeat violations of the new regulation.

Empire State Building security under scrutiny after climbers' stunt, tourist reveals possible access point

July 2, 2026

Empire State Building security under scrutiny after climbers' stunt, tourist reveals possible access point

Angela Nikolau and Ivan Kuznetsov allegedly climbed the Empire State Building antenna for a proposal before NYPD arrested them on burglary charges.