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Five NYC Ballot Questions Proposed To Ease Outdoor Dining Approvals And Cut Red Tape
New York City voters will decide on five ballot proposals in the upcoming general election to streamline outdoor dining permits and cut government red tape. While aimed at saving businesses time and money, the changes raise concerns over accountability.
AI168 Unveils New 'Smart Wealth Hub' Tailored for Chinese Americans
Between mortgage rates, wild currency swings, Fed cuts, and Wall Street volatility, keeping track of your finances in the U.S. can make your head spin. To cut through the noise, AI168 has officially rolled out a real-time financial dashboard designed to help Chinese Americans navigate the markets and take control of their wealth.
New York Arrests 16 in Massive Auto Insurance Fraud Crackdown Involving Staged Crashes
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced the arrest of 16 suspects in a statewide auto insurance fraud crackdown involving nearly $500,000, targeting staged car crashes and fake medical claims.
Suspicious White Powder Mailed to AOC Bronx Office Amid Nationwide Investigation
A suspicious letter containing white powder was delivered to Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's Bronx office, prompting an NYPD and FBI hazmat investigation amid a wave of nationwide political mailings.
Man Pleads Guilty to Killing Ex-Girlfriend's Heroic Teen Nephew in Harlem Home Invasion
A 56-year-old man has pleaded guilty to murder charges after barging into his ex-girlfriend's Harlem apartment and fatally shooting her 19-year-old nephew, facing an expected 18-year prison sentence.
NY Police Bust 16 Scammers in Statewide Crackdown on Staged Crash Insurance Fraud
Governor Kathy Hochul and New York State Police announced the arrest of 16 suspects in a statewide crackdown on staged car crashes, involving over $500,000 in fraudulent insurance claims.
Feds and State Officials Raid Brooklyn Adult Day Care Centers in Healthcare Fraud Probe
Federal and state law enforcement agencies raided multiple adult day care centers in Brooklyn as part of a sweeping Medicaid healthcare fraud investigation, sending shockwaves through local senior care communities.
Feds Raid Multiple Adult Daycare Centers in NYC Amid Medicaid Fraud Probes
Federal authorities have launched coordinated investigations into multiple adult daycare centers across NYC, cracking down on suspected Medicaid fraud, fake attendance, and illegal kickbacks targeting immigrant seniors.
Man Fatally Shot in Head on George Washington Bridge, Upper Level Closed
A man died after being shot in the head on the George Washington Bridge Tuesday night. Police closed the upper level heading to New Jersey for an investigation, urging drivers to take alternate routes.
NYC Teen Charged with Attempted Murder After Shooting Passenger Over Bus Seat
A 17-year-old was charged with attempted murder after shooting a 20-year-old bus passenger in the buttocks following an argument over an MTA bus seat in Queens.
New Renderings Revealed for Massive Hard Rock Casino Next to Flushing Queens
New renderings for the proposed Metropolitan Park casino near Citi Field by Flushing have been unveiled. The massive Hard Rock gaming and hotel complex is currently facing City Public Design Commission review.
Bronx Wins Medicaid Work Exemption Saving Health Coverage for 200,000 Low-Income Residents
New York State health officials confirmed that around 200,000 Bronx Medicaid recipients will be automatically exempt from new 80-hour monthly work requirements due to the borough's high local unemployment rate.
Federal Agents Raid Brooklyn Adult Day Cares in Massive Medicaid Fraud and Kickback Sweep
Federal agents raided at least two Brooklyn adult day cares in a major Medicaid fraud probe targeting money laundering and kickback schemes, directly impacting local seniors' care benefits.
Chinese Developer Files Permits for 6-Story Mixed-Use Building in Long Island City
Permits have been filed to construct a 6-story mixed-use building with 22 rental units and commercial space in Long Island City near major subways.
Federal Agents Raid Multiple NYC Adult Day Care Centers in Medicaid Fraud Crackdown
Federal agents raided several adult day care centers across New York City in a major crackdown on Medicaid fraud, targeting illegal cash kickbacks and false billing schemes affecting immigrant communities.
Federal and State Task Force Raids Multiple NYC Adult Day Care Centers in Medicaid Fraud Crackdown
Federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies raided multiple adult day care centers across Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island on Tuesday as part of a major investigation targeting Medicaid fraud and abuse.
Brooklyn Park Cold Case Remains Unsolved a Decade After Mothers Brutal Slaying
A brutal murder at Bay Ridge Owls Head Park remains unsolved a decade later as police continue their search for the killer of a 35-year-old mother.
Masked Vandal Destroys Seven OMNY Subway Readers in Brooklyn Station
A masked vandal armed with a drill smashed seven OMNY tap machines at Brooklyn's Church Avenue B/Q station on Wednesday afternoon, disrupting commuters as NYPD hunts for the suspect.
NYC Design Commission Halts Vote on $8 Billion Casino Project Near Flushing
NYC Public Design Commission delayed its vote on the $8B Metropolitan Park casino near Citi Field after Queens residents raised environmental concerns over worsening flood risks.
Queens Launches Annual Startup Contest Offering Free Training and Grants Up to $20,000
The Queens Economic Development Corporation has launched its annual startup challenge, offering local entrepreneurs free business training and a chance to win grants of up to $20,000 across multiple categories.