New York public schools will now recognize Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha.
Top 10 NYC scams: Parking tickets to rental listings to ATMs
The city warned New Yorkers to be careful about some of the most prominent schemes out there.
Average New Yorker pays more than half their income on rent: Report
A new survey found the housing crisis is getting worse for renters in the outer boroughs.
75 of world’s top billionaires call NYC home: Forbes
New York is the capital when it comes to the most billionaires, according to the finance magazine.
New York’s places of worship under siege by city development
The city’s churches, synagogues and other houses of worship are under siege by New York’s over development.
Cuomo says relationship with mayor is the best in modern history
The governor and mayor say there is little animosity between them.
NYC Beer Week spotlights booming brewery industry
The city’s beer industry gets the spotlight and experts say it’s only the tip of the iceberg.
Bloomberg on gun control: ‘Throw them up against the wall and frisk them’
The former mayor reiterated his support of controversial police methods with some candid words.
Council members, LGBT groups call for continued St. Pat’s parade boycott
Gay rights advocates say the recent move by the parade organizers to include just one LGBT group in this year’s celebrations wasn’t enough.
Fans mixed on A-Rod letter, but expert says it is a good start
The Yankees slugger isn’t winning back the hearts of fans that easily.
Thousands pack Madison Square Park for Kanye concert
Despite some protest from the community, Kanye West’s show packed the Flatiron park,
Report shows decrepit conditions inside NYCHA buildings
A new report finds that NYCHA buildings are in serious disarray.
Bronx man arrested for allegedly slapping NYPD horse’s rear
A man’s alleged fun night out caused a stir in Times Square.
Jon Stewart leaving ‘The Daily Show’
The comedian’s run will end after 16 years of laughs.
Some residents worried about Kanye West’s show
Kayne West stirred up some controversy before he took the stage at Madison Square Park.
Google reveals top health searches in New York City
The search giant reveals the Big Apple’s health related queries, which are predominantly smaller ailments.
City College starts program to promote women in tech
A special incubator program aims to end the gender gap in the tech industry.
Councilman Ruben Wills hit with another indictment charge
The southeast Queens leader is under investigation again.
City tourism records broken last year
The city saw more than 56 million visitors last year, and officials say they’re ready to take on more.
Manhole bursts into flames in Park Slope injuring two
The cold weather may have caused a small fire in Brooklyn.