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fromNew York Post
1 day ago

Drill rap beef may be behind senseless NYC stray-bullet death of 7-month-old girl: sources

Accused gunman Amuri Greene was allegedly targeting the baby's rapper father, Jamari Patterson, when he fired into a crowd in Williamsburg on April 1, killing little Kaori Patterson-Moore.
Brooklyn
#murder
fromwww.npr.org
5 hours ago

Historic decline in U.S. overdose deaths threatened by changing street drug supply

"Every sort of physical manifestation, like the foam coming from the mouth and nose, as if they had an overdose. Their blood tested negative for any substance, which was very odd."
US news
Law
fromGothamist
12 hours ago

Brooklyn prosecutors see exonerations dip amid NYC and nationwide decline, data show

Kenneth Windley was exonerated after nearly 20 years in prison, highlighting a decline in wrongful conviction exonerations in Brooklyn and nationwide.
fromBoston.com
4 hours ago

Wu administration doubles down on diversion programs for drug users ahead of summer

The warm weather initiative began on March 30, according to a memo the Wu administration's Coordinated Response Team sent to the City Council on Monday. The CRT is an interdepartmental group that works to eliminate outdoor substance use and connect people suffering from addiction with treatment and recovery options.
Boston
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 hours ago

Lower Manhattan subway stabbing: Man attacked during apparent robbery attempt on 4 line, cops say | amNewYork

A man was stabbed during a robbery attempt on a 4 train in Lower Manhattan, prompting a police investigation.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Blakeman says NYPD cop thought 'out of the box' by throwing cooler that killed fleeing suspect

Bruce Blakeman supports pardoning former NYPD Sgt. Erik Duran, calling his conviction an injustice and advocating for law enforcement.
#shooting
Upper West Side
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Man gunned down near public housing complex on Upper West Side: cops

A man was fatally shot near the Frederick Douglass Houses on the Upper West Side on April 9, 2026.
Brooklyn
fromNewsNation
1 week ago

Baby shot to death in Brooklyn: NYPD

A 7-month-old baby was shot and killed in a suspected gang-related incident in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.
Upper West Side
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Man gunned down near public housing complex on Upper West Side: cops

A man was fatally shot near the Frederick Douglass Houses on the Upper West Side on April 9, 2026.
Brooklyn
fromNewsNation
1 week ago

Baby shot to death in Brooklyn: NYPD

A 7-month-old baby was shot and killed in a suspected gang-related incident in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.
#sam-altman
SOMA, SF
fromKqed
6 hours ago

DOJ: Man Who Attacked Sam Altman's House Threatened to Kill Other Tech CEOs | KQED

A Texas man faces charges for attempted murder of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman after violent attacks at his home and company headquarters.
San Francisco
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Two suspects have been arrested for allegedly shooting at Sam Altman's house

Sam Altman's house may have been targeted in two violent incidents involving gunfire and a Molotov cocktail.
SOMA, SF
fromKqed
6 hours ago

DOJ: Man Who Attacked Sam Altman's House Threatened to Kill Other Tech CEOs | KQED

A Texas man faces charges for attempted murder of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman after violent attacks at his home and company headquarters.
San Francisco
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Two suspects have been arrested for allegedly shooting at Sam Altman's house

Sam Altman's house may have been targeted in two violent incidents involving gunfire and a Molotov cocktail.
NYC parents
fromMail Online
1 day ago

NYPD cop's sleeper cell' warning as NYC teen bombers are indicted

Americans in major cities should remain vigilant against potential sleeper cell attacks following recent terror incidents.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
12 hours ago

In L.A. County, many homeless people enter shelters, only to end up back on the streets

Many homeless individuals are evicted from interim housing despite significant taxpayer investment in shelter programs.
#nypd
NYC LGBT
fromNewsday
1 day ago

Richard Carter, of Valley Stream, dies in Queens shooting; NYPD seeking suspect

A shooting in Queens resulted in the death of Richard Carter, 49, with no arrests or clear motive identified.
New York City
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Loved ones say accused Grand Central slasher, killed by NYPD, had no violent history

Family and friends of Anthony Griffin dispute police claims about his violent behavior, expressing confusion over the incident that led to his death.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Suspect knocks down, attempts to rob couple walking near Central Park

NYPD is searching for a suspect who attempted to rob two people near Central Park, knocking them down in the process.
NYC LGBT
fromNewsday
1 day ago

Richard Carter, of Valley Stream, dies in Queens shooting; NYPD seeking suspect

A shooting in Queens resulted in the death of Richard Carter, 49, with no arrests or clear motive identified.
New York City
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Loved ones say accused Grand Central slasher, killed by NYPD, had no violent history

Family and friends of Anthony Griffin dispute police claims about his violent behavior, expressing confusion over the incident that led to his death.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Suspect knocks down, attempts to rob couple walking near Central Park

NYPD is searching for a suspect who attempted to rob two people near Central Park, knocking them down in the process.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Pre-dawn Rosemead street takeover ends with four hospitalized with gunshots

Four people were hospitalized with gunshot wounds during a street takeover in Rosemead, with all victims in stable condition as investigations continue.
fromDocumented
1 day ago

The Lost Prisoners of Chinatown's Gang Era - Documented

Some inmates laughed at me before they were about to be released. They said I'm a fool, they said if I had just pleaded guilty back then, I would've been out long ago. But I didn't rape those people.
Social justice
Mission District
fromsfist.com
23 hours ago

Police Activity Disrupts Traffic at Mission and South Van Ness

Police activity disrupted traffic at South Van Ness and Mission Street, prompting alerts and bus service interruptions.
Relationships
fromBuzzFeed
1 day ago

Men And Women Are Debating "The Male Loneliness Epidemic," And It's Incredibly Eye-Opening

Men today experience increased loneliness and isolation due to societal conditioning around masculinity and a narrow focus on romantic validation.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago

Before the EZ's Lounge mass shooting, warnings surfaced at another nightclub with the same owner

Residents of Oakland's Koreatown Northgate neighborhood raised concerns about Lava Lounge, linking it to public safety issues following a mass shooting at a nearby nightclub.
Cars
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 day ago

Opinion | The Affordable Car Is Dead. What Happened?

The affordability of cars has drastically declined, making ownership a financial burden for many Americans.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Met looking at using AI to help child abuse cases

The Metropolitan Police is considering using AI to identify victims of online child sexual abuse and categorize imagery by severity.
Public health
fromCity Limits
4 days ago

Opinion: Excise Taxes Can Help Fund Needed Addiction Treatment in NY

New York's alcohol sales generate $12 billion annually but do not address related health issues.
California
fromCalifornia Post
5 days ago

Insane moment cops deploy Batman-like gadget during high-speed car chase before suspect shoots himself

A suspect in a high-speed chase shot himself after a failed police maneuver using a grappling device to stop his vehicle.
#queens
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Man stabbed to death in Queens apartment, woman injured after man knocks at their door: sources

A man was stabbed to death and a woman injured in a Queens home during a violent incident early Sunday morning.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Man stabbed to death in Queens apartment, woman injured after man knocks at their door: sources

A man was stabbed to death and a woman injured in a Queens home during a violent incident early Sunday morning.
fromwww.bbc.com
14 hours ago

Arrests as e-bikes, phones and machetes seized

This crackdown has seen drugs, weapons and dangerous illegal e-bikes taken off the streets. We know these offences are ones that our communities care about, and they want to see officers taking robust action.
London politics
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Police: Armed robbery suspects used gun, rock, and bear spray in Dorchester attack

Three suspects were arrested for an armed robbery involving multiple assaults in Dorchester.
Social justice
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Can Columbus, Ohio teach the NYPD about crowd control? Mamdani wants to find out.

Columbus emphasizes conversation and de-escalation in protest policing, contrasting with aggressive tactics historically used by the NYPD.
#gun-violence
NYC parents
fromNew York Daily News
23 hours ago

Mother of 7-month old slain in Brooklyn shooting struggling to cope as family lays girl to rest

A 7-month-old girl was fatally shot by a stray bullet during a gang-related incident in Brooklyn, causing immense grief for her family.
NYC parents
fromNew York Daily News
3 days ago

Funeral set for Brooklyn baby killed by stray bullet; Rev. Sharpton to give eulogy

A funeral for 7-month-old Kaori Patterson-Moore, killed by a stray bullet, will be held with Rev. Al Sharpton delivering the eulogy.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 days ago

Mother of schoolboy shot dead in London weeks after 14th birthday left living in fear'

A 14-year-old boy was shot dead in London, leaving his family in fear and mourning the senseless violence they face.
Brooklyn
fromThe Mirror US
1 hour ago

NYC baby killed by stray bullets arrives at funeral in tiny Minnie Mouse casket

A private funeral was held for 7-month-old Kaori Patterson-Moore, who was killed by a stray bullet in a drive-by shooting linked to gang violence.
NYC parents
fromNew York Daily News
23 hours ago

Mother of 7-month old slain in Brooklyn shooting struggling to cope as family lays girl to rest

A 7-month-old girl was fatally shot by a stray bullet during a gang-related incident in Brooklyn, causing immense grief for her family.
NYC parents
fromNew York Daily News
3 days ago

Funeral set for Brooklyn baby killed by stray bullet; Rev. Sharpton to give eulogy

A funeral for 7-month-old Kaori Patterson-Moore, killed by a stray bullet, will be held with Rev. Al Sharpton delivering the eulogy.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 days ago

Mother of schoolboy shot dead in London weeks after 14th birthday left living in fear'

A 14-year-old boy was shot dead in London, leaving his family in fear and mourning the senseless violence they face.
Brooklyn
fromThe Mirror US
1 hour ago

NYC baby killed by stray bullets arrives at funeral in tiny Minnie Mouse casket

A private funeral was held for 7-month-old Kaori Patterson-Moore, who was killed by a stray bullet in a drive-by shooting linked to gang violence.
#new-york-city
fromNewsday
2 days ago
New York City

New York subway stabbings leave 3 hurt as police shoot and kill knife-wielding man, officials say

fromPeople.com
2 days ago
New York City

3 People Injured, Machete-Wielding Man Shot Dead After He Attacked in N.Y.C.'s Grand Central Station

Upper West Side
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Shooting and stabbing at New York's Grand Central station leave two people critically injured

A shooting and stabbing at Grand Central subway station left two critically injured, with police responding to the scene and requesting public avoidance of the area.
New York City
fromNewsday
2 days ago

New York subway stabbings leave 3 hurt as police shoot and kill knife-wielding man, officials say

A man with a machete attacked three people in a subway station before being shot by police.
NYC politics
fromDailywire
2 weeks ago

Deciphering New York's Persistent Violence And Public Disorder

New York City crime data shows a decline in gun violence but overall crime remains above pre-pandemic levels.
New York City
fromPeople.com
2 days ago

3 People Injured, Machete-Wielding Man Shot Dead After He Attacked in N.Y.C.'s Grand Central Station

A man named Anthony Griffin, claiming to be Lucifer, stabbed three people at Grand Central Terminal before being shot by police.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Push Grows To Move Parking Enforcement From NYPD To DOT - Streetsblog New York City

Local community boards are pushing for the Department of Transportation to regain authority over parking enforcement from the NYPD due to inadequate enforcement.
SOMA, SF
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Two Arrested In Shooting Near Sam Altman's Home Following Separate Firebomb Attack

Two suspects were arrested for gunfire near OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's home, following a Molotov Cocktail attack days earlier.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
5 days ago

Calling It a 'Crisis Point,' DA Brooke Jenkins and Other City Leaders Call For Ceasefire Amid Spike In SF Homicides

San Francisco is experiencing a significant increase in homicides, with 14 reported this year compared to 4 at the same time last year.
#brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromThe Mirror US
23 hours ago

Senseless rap beef possible reason behind shooting of 7-month-old baby in NYC

A rapper targeted a baby's father, resulting in the tragic shooting of a 7-month-old in Brooklyn.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
8 hours ago

2 men to face judge in fatal Brooklyn shooting of 7-month-old girl

Two men are charged with the murder of a 7-month-old baby in Brooklyn, with court appearances scheduled following the child's funeral.
Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 New York
12 hours ago

Men charged with murder of 7-month-old baby in Brooklyn due in court

Two men have been charged with murder after a 7-month-old girl was fatally shot in Brooklyn during a daytime shooting.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Woman dies in custody on drug charge at Brooklyn Central Booking, police say

Zamiqua Miller, a 33-year-old woman, died in police custody in Brooklyn after being found unconscious.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Brooklyn robbery suspects wanted for stealing scooter from teens at knifepoint: cops | amNewYork

Two men robbed two teenagers at knifepoint in Brooklyn, stealing cash and an electric scooter.
Brooklyn
fromThe Mirror US
23 hours ago

Senseless rap beef possible reason behind shooting of 7-month-old baby in NYC

A rapper targeted a baby's father, resulting in the tragic shooting of a 7-month-old in Brooklyn.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
8 hours ago

2 men to face judge in fatal Brooklyn shooting of 7-month-old girl

Two men are charged with the murder of a 7-month-old baby in Brooklyn, with court appearances scheduled following the child's funeral.
Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 New York
12 hours ago

Men charged with murder of 7-month-old baby in Brooklyn due in court

Two men have been charged with murder after a 7-month-old girl was fatally shot in Brooklyn during a daytime shooting.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Woman dies in custody on drug charge at Brooklyn Central Booking, police say

Zamiqua Miller, a 33-year-old woman, died in police custody in Brooklyn after being found unconscious.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Brooklyn robbery suspects wanted for stealing scooter from teens at knifepoint: cops | amNewYork

Two men robbed two teenagers at knifepoint in Brooklyn, stealing cash and an electric scooter.
fromwww.npr.org
16 hours ago

U.K. inquiry lays bare 'catastrophic' missed chances before stabbings at dance class

One of the most striking conclusions from this inquiry's extensive investigation is the sheer number of missed opportunities over many years to intervene meaningfully, which directly contributed to the failure to avert this disaster. The consequences were catastrophic.
UK news
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Police say 1 person killed and 6 injured in shooting at a Chick-fil-A in New Jersey

Police reported that one person was shot and killed while six others sustained injuries during a mass shooting at a Chick-fil-A in Union, New Jersey. The incident occurred around 9 p.m. on Saturday, and investigators believe the attack was not random.
US news
NYC politics
fromFox News
1 day ago

NYC mayor cites $180K racial wealth gap to justify taxes, police cuts

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's plan addresses racial wealth disparities through diversity initiatives, tax increases, and police position cuts.
Mission District
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Teen Sustains Life-Threatening Injuries In Mission District Shooting Following Fight

A teenager was shot in a violent incident shortly after a citywide call for a ceasefire against street violence.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 days ago

Shocking scenes as youths go on the rampage in south London in crazed car mayhem

Youths clashed violently in south London, causing concern among local residents and prompting police investigations.
#homicide
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Brooklyn man shot to death inside apartment was gunned down by girlfriend's teen son: sources | amNewYork

Jamal Davis, 43, was fatally shot in his Brooklyn apartment by his girlfriend's 16-year-old son after a dispute.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Brooklyn man shot to death inside apartment was gunned down by girlfriend's teen son: sources | amNewYork

Jamal Davis, 43, was fatally shot in his Brooklyn apartment by his girlfriend's 16-year-old son after a dispute.
fromHoodline
6 hours ago

Brooklyn Duo Sentenced 45 Years To Life For Clinton Hill Killing

These defendants walked into a housing complex in the middle of the afternoon, opened fire, took a life, wounded innocent bystanders and put others at risk.
New York City
#robbery
Brooklyn
fromNews 12 - Long Island
22 hours ago

Police search for 15 teenagers who allegedly robbed man at knifepoint in Dyker Heights

Police are searching for 15 teenage boys who allegedly robbed an 18-year-old man at knifepoint in Dyker Heights.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
1 day ago

Dyker Heights: 18-Year-Old Robbed by Group of Teens

An 18-year-old man was beaten and robbed by a group of 15 teenage boys in Dyker Heights, leaving him hospitalized but expected to recover.
New York City
fromGothamist
3 days ago

NYPD shot and killed man who slashed 3 with machete at Grand Central, officials said

A man attacked three people with a machete at Grand Central subway station before being shot by police.
Upper West Side
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Alleged Lower East Side gang members indicted for multiple shootings over two-year period amid war with rivals | amNewYork

Seven alleged gang members were indicted for firearms and murder schemes, linked to multiple shootings in Manhattan's Lower East Side.
#brooklyn-shooting
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
9 hours ago

Suspects in fatal shooting of 7-month-old in Brooklyn to be arraigned

Two suspects in the Brooklyn shooting of a 7-month-old girl are facing serious charges, including second-degree murder, and will be arraigned.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
6 days ago

Accused gunman in Brooklyn baby stray bullet slay says he was seeking revenge for prior shooting

Amuri Greene confessed to seeking revenge in a shooting that killed 7-month-old Kaori Patterson-Moore.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
9 hours ago

Suspects in fatal shooting of 7-month-old in Brooklyn to be arraigned

Two suspects in the Brooklyn shooting of a 7-month-old girl are facing serious charges, including second-degree murder, and will be arraigned.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
6 days ago

Accused gunman in Brooklyn baby stray bullet slay says he was seeking revenge for prior shooting

Amuri Greene confessed to seeking revenge in a shooting that killed 7-month-old Kaori Patterson-Moore.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
5 hours ago

Brooklyn homecare indictment exposes web of corruption that could bring down city Dem politicians

A Brooklyn nonprofit faces federal indictment for alleged corruption involving $200 million in public contracts and fraudulent activities.
New York City
fromAllHipHop
2 days ago

Battle Rapper Fox 5 Identified As Man Shot Dead By NYPD After Machete Attack

Fox 5, a Bronx battle rapper, was shot and killed by NYPD after attacking commuters with a machete at Grand Central Terminal.
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Drug task force seizes 90 pounds of fentanyl from three separate Manhattan and Bronx narcotics mills

Police, in partnership with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), shut down three large fentanyl operations in the Bronx and Manhattan, seizing a total of 90 pounds of fentanyl worth around $7.5 million.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

BREAKING: Police shoot stabbing suspect at Grand Central Station | amNewYork

The stabbing occurred just before 10 a.m. on April 11 on the 4/5/6 line, within the confines of NYPD Transit District 4.
New York City
#violent-crime-decline
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Deadly night in NYC: Multiple people fatally shot during overnight crime spree

NYPD investigates two shootings in NYC, resulting in three fatalities, including a possible murder-suicide in Queens and a homicide in Manhattan.
#homicide-decline
US news
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

U.S. crime has dropped sharply since the pandemic. Here's where it stands.

U.S. cities show multiyear declines in homicides and other crimes, returning to pre-pandemic safety levels.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
1 month ago

Two people stabbed an hour apart in Brooklyn and Manhattan

Two people were stabbed in separate incidents in Brooklyn and Manhattan Friday night, followed by a fatal stabbing in the Bronx early Saturday morning, with no arrests made.
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