By Tiffany Williams - NEW YORK — Sometimes the biggest story in sports isn't what happens on the court. Sometimes it's what happens everywhere else. In barbershops in Brooklyn. In family-owned restaurants in Queens. In sports bars packed shoulder-to-shoulder in Manhattan. In corner delis in the Bronx. In neighborhoods where generations of fans have spent … Continue reading How the Knicks’ NBA Finals Run Is Driving Millions Into New York City’s Economy
Category: Inside The Tri-State
New York City Is Moving Forward With One Of America’s Boldest Municipal Grocery Experiments
By Tiffany Williams - New York City is moving forward with one of the most aggressive government-backed grocery experiments in America — and Mayor Zohran Mamdani is planting the next flag in the Bronx. On Friday, Mamdani announced that the city’s second municipally backed grocery store will be built at The Peninsula development in Hunts … Continue reading New York City Is Moving Forward With One Of America’s Boldest Municipal Grocery Experiments
Judge Says Key Evidence Recovered From Luigi Mangione’s Backpack Can Go Before Jury
By Tiffany Williams - A judge has just handed prosecutors one of the biggest courtroom victories yet in the murder case surrounding the execution-style killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The gun is coming in. The notebook is coming in. And prosecutors now have permission to place some of the most explosive evidence in this … Continue reading Judge Says Key Evidence Recovered From Luigi Mangione’s Backpack Can Go Before Jury
Tentative Labor Deal Reached Covering Hundreds Of Western New York Hospital Workers
By Tiffany Williams - After months of negotiations, an expired contract, and growing pressure surrounding healthcare labor issues in Western New York, Catholic Health and the 1199SEIU United Health Care Workers East union say they have finally reached a tentative agreement on new labor contracts covering hundreds of hospital workers. The announcement came Friday and … Continue reading Tentative Labor Deal Reached Covering Hundreds Of Western New York Hospital Workers
The Long Island Rail Road Strike Is Now A Full-Scale Regional Crisis
By Tiffany Williams - Photo Credit: Marc A. Hermann The largest commuter railroad system in North America is now completely shut down, hundreds of thousands of riders are scrambling for a way into New York City, and one of the biggest transportation crises in the region in decades is rapidly escalating into a full-scale political … Continue reading The Long Island Rail Road Strike Is Now A Full-Scale Regional Crisis
Violence, Politics, and Economic Pressure Collide Across New York City and New Jersey
By Tiffany Williams - STREET VIOLENCE HITS HOME In New York City, a deadly scene unfolded that underscores a growing public safety reality tied directly to economic and social instability. A 15-year-old boy, identified as Jaden Pierre, was fatally shot Thursday evening at Roy Wilkins Park in St. Albans after what police describe as a … Continue reading Violence, Politics, and Economic Pressure Collide Across New York City and New Jersey
Queens 4-Alarm Fire Kills 4, Injures 2, FDNY Members Rescued
By Tiffany Williams - Queens — Just before 12:30 p.m. Monday, the FDNY rushed to a devastating 4-alarm fire at 44-49 College Point Boulevard in Queens. Four people died, and two others were transported to nearby hospitals in critical condition. https://vimeo.com/1174325444?share=copy&fl=cl&fe=ci During the chaos, a stairwell collapsed, trapping two FDNY members. They were rescued and … Continue reading Queens 4-Alarm Fire Kills 4, Injures 2, FDNY Members Rescued
Terror Plot Foiled in Manhattan: Two Charged With Throwing Explosives at Protest
By Tiffany Williams - Photo Credit: U.S. Department of Justice Two young men from suburban Pennsylvania now sit behind bars after what federal authorities describe as an ISIS-inspired attempt to unleash mass carnage in the middle of a chaotic protest outside the mayor’s residence in Manhattan — an attack investigators say could have killed or … Continue reading Terror Plot Foiled in Manhattan: Two Charged With Throwing Explosives at Protest
NJ Transit Returns to Full Weekday Service Amid Blizzard Cleanup
By Tiffany Williams - Newark, NJ — NJ Transit announced that Light Rail, bus, and Access Link services will operate on a full weekday schedule on Wednesday, with train service running on a full weekday Portal Cutover schedule and cross-honoring customers traveling to New York City from Hoboken. Some trains have been rerouted to Hoboken, … Continue reading NJ Transit Returns to Full Weekday Service Amid Blizzard Cleanup
NYPD Officers Targeted During Snowball Clash in Manhattan Park
By Tiffany Williams - New York, NY — Things got tense in Washington Square Park on Monday as crowds gathered for a large snowball fight following the city’s recent blizzard. The event, organized through social media, drew participants from across Manhattan. Videos from the park appear to show snowballs being deliberately thrown at NYPD officers … Continue reading NYPD Officers Targeted During Snowball Clash in Manhattan Park
LIRR Remains Focused on Restoring Full Service After Historic Blizzard
By Tiffany Williams - Long Island — As Long Island recovers from Monday’s historic blizzard, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority announced increased Long Island Rail Road service for Tuesday afternoon and regular weekday service beginning Wednesday morning, with some schedule adjustments. For Tuesday afternoon, half-hourly service has been restored on the Ronkonkoma Branch, and shuttle trains … Continue reading LIRR Remains Focused on Restoring Full Service After Historic Blizzard
NYC State of Emergency: Travel Restrictions, Schools Closed as Blizzard Hits
By Tiffany Williams - NEW YORK — Zohran Kwame Mamdani has declared a local state of emergency ahead of a severe snowstorm expected to slam New York City, triggering sweeping travel restrictions and a five-day emergency order. City streets, highways, bridges and tunnels will be closed to non-essential vehicular traffic from 9 p.m. Sunday to … Continue reading NYC State of Emergency: Travel Restrictions, Schools Closed as Blizzard Hits
Northeast Braces for More Snow As Winter Storm Hernando Triggers Blizzard Alerts
By Tiffany Williams - BOSTON — Blizzard warnings were issued Saturday for Boston, Connecticut, New York City, New Jersey and coastal communities along the East Coast as Winter Storm Hernando barrels toward the region, threatening to snarl travel and disrupt the start of the new week. Forecasters warn the late-winter system will bring heavy snow, … Continue reading Northeast Braces for More Snow As Winter Storm Hernando Triggers Blizzard Alerts
New York City Blizzard Warning: Schools, Roads, and City Services Brace for 19 Inches of Snow
By Tiffany Williams - NEW YORK — Zohran Kwame Mamdani says the city is bracing for a major winter hit — and the numbers are staggering. New York City is officially under a blizzard warning. Forecasts are estimating 15 to 19 inches of snow, with the possibility of nearly two feet. Sustained winds between 25 … Continue reading New York City Blizzard Warning: Schools, Roads, and City Services Brace for 19 Inches of Snow
Nassau Police Officer Dies After Being Struck by Alleged DWI Driver in Suffolk County
By Tiffany Williams - SAINT JAMES, N.Y. — An off-duty Nassau County police officer was killed early Thursday morning when her car was struck by an alleged drunk driver in Suffolk County, authorities and the officer's union said. Suffolk Police reported that Patricia Espinosa, 42, was traveling westbound on Route 347 near Smith Haven Mall … Continue reading Nassau Police Officer Dies After Being Struck by Alleged DWI Driver in Suffolk County
State of Emergency Issued as Bitter Cold and Heavy Snow Threaten New York
By Tiffany Williams - Photo Credit: Aidin Bharti ALBANY, N.Y. — Governor Kathy Hochul issued a statewide State of Emergency ahead of a stretch of extreme cold and a major winter storm expected to hit New York this weekend, warning that a dangerous combination of bitter temperatures and heavy snow could create life-threatening conditions across … Continue reading State of Emergency Issued as Bitter Cold and Heavy Snow Threaten New York
Mayor Mamdani Mobilizes Nation’s Largest Snow-Fighting Operation
By Tiffany Williams - NEW YORK — Mayor Zohran Mamdani says New York City is ready for a major snowstorm this weekend expected to drop at least a foot of snow, with some forecasts predicting up to 18 inches. On Friday, Mamdani was briefed on the City Winter Weather Response Plans by senior city officials … Continue reading Mayor Mamdani Mobilizes Nation’s Largest Snow-Fighting Operation
Pennsylvania Activates Disaster Emergency as Winter Storm Approaches
By Tiffany Williams - HARRISBURG, Pa. — Gov. Josh Shapiro on Friday signed a Proclamation of Disaster Emergency to free up state resources ahead of a winter storm expected to impact Pennsylvania this weekend, allowing agencies to accelerate preparation and response efforts statewide. The declaration enables the commonwealth to quickly draw down funding and deploy … Continue reading Pennsylvania Activates Disaster Emergency as Winter Storm Approaches
Dangerous Cold Grips Region as Major Snowstorm Targets New England and the Tri-State
By Tiffany Williams - A blast of dangerous Arctic cold grips the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic on Saturday before a powerful winter storm barrels in late Saturday night and Sunday, spreading heavy snow, strong winds, and treacherous travel from New England to Pennsylvania. Saturday is brutally cold across the region, with highs in the single digits … Continue reading Dangerous Cold Grips Region as Major Snowstorm Targets New England and the Tri-State
Farmers Urged to Prepare as Bitter Cold and Snow Bear Down
By Tiffany Williams - BOSTON — A surge of bitter cold and an approaching winter storm are setting up a dangerous stretch of weather across New England and the Tri-State, with forecasts calling for frigid temperatures this weekend, a winter storm watch through Tuesday and colder-than-average conditions persisting through the rest of January. NewsTalk New … Continue reading Farmers Urged to Prepare as Bitter Cold and Snow Bear Down
Pennsylvania to Shut Down Major Highways Ahead of Winter Storm
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Pennsylvania transportation officials are moving to lock down large portions of the state’s highway system as a powerful winter storm bearing heavy snow and bitter cold bears down on the Commonwealth. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission said vehicle restrictions will take effect beginning at 12:01 a.m. Sunday … Continue reading Pennsylvania to Shut Down Major Highways Ahead of Winter Storm
Bruckner Expressway Bridge Restored, Built to Last 40+ More Years
By Tiffany Williams - BRONX, N.Y. — Gov. Kathy Hochul on Thursday announced the completion of a $44.7 million project restoring and modernizing the bridge carrying the Bruckner Expressway over Rosedale Avenue, a key commuter route in the Bronx used by tens of thousands of vehicles daily. The project reduced the number of bridge spans … Continue reading Bruckner Expressway Bridge Restored, Built to Last 40+ More Years
NYC Reaches $2.1M Settlement with Landlord Over Tenant Harassment and Unsafe Conditions
By Tiffany Williams - NEW YORK — Mayor Zohran Mamdani and incoming Housing Preservation and Development Commissioner Dina Levy announced a $2.1 million settlement with A&E Real Estate and associated principals to address tenant harassment and hazardous conditions in 14 buildings across Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens. The settlement requires A&E to fix more than 4,000 … Continue reading NYC Reaches $2.1M Settlement with Landlord Over Tenant Harassment and Unsafe Conditions
Tricia Shimamura Appointed NYC Parks Commissioner by Mayor Mamdani
By Tiffany Williams - Photo Credit: Kara McCurdy NEW YORK — Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Thursday appointed Tricia Shimamura as commissioner of the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation. Shimamura, currently Manhattan borough commissioner for the Parks Department, brings more than a decade of experience managing major infrastructure projects and engaging communities across … Continue reading Tricia Shimamura Appointed NYC Parks Commissioner by Mayor Mamdani
Officers Cleared After Armed Man Killed Outside NYPD Precinct
By Tiffany Williams - NEW YORK — The New York attorney general’s Office of Special Investigation on Thursday released its findings on the fatal police shooting of 79-year-old Emil Williams, concluding that criminal charges against the officers involved would not be pursued because prosecutors could not disprove that the use of deadly force was legally … Continue reading Officers Cleared After Armed Man Killed Outside NYPD Precinct