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Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
20 hours ago

How gangs connected to India are terrorizing a California immigrant community

Threats from gangsters are deterring athletes from participating in Kabaddi tournaments, reflecting a larger issue of violence targeting Indian and Punjabi Sikhs in California.
#brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 day ago
Brooklyn

A place 'where everyone belongs': Brooklyn borough president touts housing, health care gains, highlights vision of equity in State of the Borough * Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn
fromHoodline
14 hours ago

Reynoso Lays Out Brooklyn Plan For Housing And Health

Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso announced significant investments in affordable housing, schools, and maternal health to enhance community well-being.
NYC parents
fromNews 12 - Long Island
1 day ago

Wild video shows two police chases and gun arrests in Brooklyn

Police arrested two individuals in Brooklyn for gun-related offenses on April 3, totaling 913 gun arrests citywide this year.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
14 hours ago

Wild Brooklyn Street Chases End In Gun Busts Near School

Two police chases in Brooklyn led to arrests and gun seizures, highlighting ongoing NYPD efforts against gun violence.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
1 day ago

NYPD Seeks Six Suspects in Brooklyn L-Train Robbery Pattern

A crew of six committed back-to-back robberies on Brooklyn's L train, leaving victims injured and prompting a police investigation.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
1 day ago

Here Are The Key Takeaways From Brooklyn's State Of The Borough Address

Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso announced new investments in education, immigrant services, and cultural programs during his 2026 State of the Borough address.
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 day ago
Brooklyn

A place 'where everyone belongs': Brooklyn borough president touts housing, health care gains, highlights vision of equity in State of the Borough * Brooklyn Paper

NYC real estate
fromHoodline
12 hours ago

East Flatbush Tenants Rage At Mystery Landlord As Building Falls Apart

Tenants face severe living conditions with infestations and damage, struggling with unclear ownership and unresolved repairs after the landlord's death.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

America's housing shortage stems from more than overregulation

America's housing shortage is a long-term issue, with permits significantly below historical averages and a homeowner vacancy rate at a record low.
#immigration
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
1 day ago

Opinion: Rethinking Immigrant Integration in NYC

Building low-cost bridges for immigrants leads to recognized credentials and stable work, enhancing their contributions to the economy.
California
fromKqed
3 days ago

'No Hope for Someone Like Me': Immigrants in California Pull Back From Filing Taxes | KQED

Immigrant communities in California face significant declines in tax filings due to shrinking refunds and distrust in the IRS.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
1 day ago

Opinion: Rethinking Immigrant Integration in NYC

Building low-cost bridges for immigrants leads to recognized credentials and stable work, enhancing their contributions to the economy.
California
fromKqed
3 days ago

'No Hope for Someone Like Me': Immigrants in California Pull Back From Filing Taxes | KQED

Immigrant communities in California face significant declines in tax filings due to shrinking refunds and distrust in the IRS.
#murder
Miami food
fromqns.com
1 day ago

Law enforcement sources scoff at DHS complaint that city rejected ICE hold on alleged Maspeth killer arsonist QNS

Roman Amatitla was arrested for murder and arson after setting a fire that killed four people, including a child, in Flushing.
Miami food
fromqns.com
1 day ago

Law enforcement sources scoff at DHS complaint that city rejected ICE hold on alleged Maspeth killer arsonist QNS

Roman Amatitla was arrested for murder and arson after setting a fire that killed four people, including a child, in Flushing.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
16 hours ago

Just what they wanted: fed-up New Yorkers revel in SantaCon fraud charge

Stefan Pildes, organizer of SantaCon NYC, was arrested for misusing charitable donations for personal expenses.
Public health
fromwww.aljazeera.com
13 hours ago

As fentanyl crisis evolves, experts say US is still behind the eight ball'

The Trump administration's policies and health program cuts jeopardize progress against fentanyl overdoses in the U.S.
fromwww.brooklynpaper.com
1 day ago

Two men wounded in Ocean Hill double shooting, suspect at large Brooklyn Paper

Two men were shot outside 1275 Herkimer St. in Ocean Hill, with a 55-year-old victim suffering a back injury and a 33-year-old shot in the leg and groin.
East Bay (California)
#nypd
New York City
fromCbsnews
3 days ago

"Deeply disturbing" NYPD arrest inside Brooklyn liquor store prompts investigation

NYPD officers are under investigation for using excessive force during an arrest in Brooklyn, raising concerns from city officials.
Brooklyn
fromNewsNation
2 days ago

Police beat Brooklyn man in mistaken-identity case

A man was beaten by police in a Brooklyn liquor store due to mistaken identity, prompting an internal investigation by the NYPD.
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
2 days ago

Brooklyn cops investigated for bloody liquor store arrest

NYPD officers were filmed violently arresting a man later found not involved in drug activity, prompting public outrage and an investigation.
Boston
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Senior man fatally shot near his home in the Bronx: NYPD | amNewYork

A 78-year-old man was shot and killed in the Bronx, and the NYPD is investigating the incident.
New York City
fromCbsnews
3 days ago

"Deeply disturbing" NYPD arrest inside Brooklyn liquor store prompts investigation

NYPD officers are under investigation for using excessive force during an arrest in Brooklyn, raising concerns from city officials.
NYC politics
fromNews 12 - Long Island
3 days ago

Bombshell lawsuit alleges KKK image, racist messages appear in NYPD group chat

A former NYPD detective sues NYC, alleging racism and a toxic culture in the narcotics unit, supported by disturbing group chat evidence.
Brooklyn
fromNewsNation
1 day ago

Man beaten by cops in NYC liquor store needed 27 stitches, advocate says

Two NYPD detectives severely beat a man in Brooklyn, resulting in serious injuries, but no charges have been filed against the officers involved.
Brooklyn
fromNewsNation
2 days ago

Police beat Brooklyn man in mistaken-identity case

A man was beaten by police in a Brooklyn liquor store due to mistaken identity, prompting an internal investigation by the NYPD.
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
2 days ago

Brooklyn cops investigated for bloody liquor store arrest

NYPD officers were filmed violently arresting a man later found not involved in drug activity, prompting public outrage and an investigation.
New York City
fromwww.theguardian.com
19 hours ago

As e-bike crashes send an increasing number of people to the hospital, cities search for solutions

E-bike injuries are rising in the US, prompting calls for improved infrastructure and safety measures to protect all road users.
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

A gay bar kicked out a wheelchair user as a "fire risk." Her response forced the bar to make amends. - LGBTQ Nation

Club Tropicana in Manchester apologized to Maddie Haining after discriminating against her as a wheelchair user, violating U.K. disability access laws.
#robbery
US news
fromHoodline
1 day ago

Brooklyn Security Guard Killing Leads to Decades-Long Sentences

Three men received lengthy prison sentences for a 2020 robbery that resulted in the fatal shooting of a security guard in Brooklyn.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

New records show how police tracked down the alleged Beverly mansion robber

Emajae Brown was arrested for a robbery at a Beverly mansion, with a second suspect still unidentified and connections to Brown's ex-girlfriend emerging.
US news
fromHoodline
1 day ago

Brooklyn Security Guard Killing Leads to Decades-Long Sentences

Three men received lengthy prison sentences for a 2020 robbery that resulted in the fatal shooting of a security guard in Brooklyn.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

New records show how police tracked down the alleged Beverly mansion robber

Emajae Brown was arrested for a robbery at a Beverly mansion, with a second suspect still unidentified and connections to Brown's ex-girlfriend emerging.
#new-york-city
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Mamdani shrugs off Trump attack that he will ruin' NYC, defends tax on luxury second homes | amNewYork

New York City proposes a tax on non-primary residences over $5 million to generate revenue amid a budget gap.
fromCity Limits
3 days ago
NYC real estate

Opinion: Don't Let a Proven Housing Preservation Tool Slip Through the Cracks

New York City must reform the J-51 program to preserve affordable housing and address the housing crisis effectively.
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
New York City

Editorial | NYC true cost of living' report exposes a town without equity | amNewYork

62% of New Yorkers cannot meet the true cost of living, highlighting a significant economic crisis and racial disparities.
Upper West Side
fromCurbed
1 day ago

No Visitors, No Packages, and Please Don't Do Laundry!

New Yorkers are preparing for a potential doorman and porter strike, leading to various contingency plans for building management and resident responsibilities.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Mamdani shrugs off Trump attack that he will ruin' NYC, defends tax on luxury second homes | amNewYork

New York City proposes a tax on non-primary residences over $5 million to generate revenue amid a budget gap.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
3 days ago

Opinion: Don't Let a Proven Housing Preservation Tool Slip Through the Cracks

New York City must reform the J-51 program to preserve affordable housing and address the housing crisis effectively.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Editorial | NYC true cost of living' report exposes a town without equity | amNewYork

62% of New Yorkers cannot meet the true cost of living, highlighting a significant economic crisis and racial disparities.
California
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Friday Morning Constitutional: California Schools See Enrollment Drops

California public school enrollment declined 1.3% for 2025-26 due to demographic factors and fewer births.
#ice
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

Why the New Criminal Charges Against an ICE Agent in Minneapolis Could Be a True Turning Point

Minnesota prosecutors charged ICE agent Gregory Donnell Morgan Jr. with felony assault for pointing a gun at two residents during a traffic incident.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

California plaintiff in lawsuit challenging immigration raids arrested by ICE

ICE arrested a plaintiff in an immigration lawsuit, raising concerns of retaliation and prompting an emergency petition for his release.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

Why the New Criminal Charges Against an ICE Agent in Minneapolis Could Be a True Turning Point

Minnesota prosecutors charged ICE agent Gregory Donnell Morgan Jr. with felony assault for pointing a gun at two residents during a traffic incident.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

California plaintiff in lawsuit challenging immigration raids arrested by ICE

ICE arrested a plaintiff in an immigration lawsuit, raising concerns of retaliation and prompting an emergency petition for his release.
#homelessness
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

How I overcame homelessness to help others

Darren Skeete, a former rough sleeper and addict, now helps others facing similar challenges in west London through a council service.
Public health
fromHarvard Gazette
1 day ago

How 3 mayors are combating homelessness - Harvard Gazette

Homelessness in the U.S. has increased by 18%, affecting public safety and health, prompting mayors to seek collaborative solutions.
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
2 days ago

NYC Families Seeking Shelter Have to Prove They're Homeless. A New Bill Would Simplify That Process.

Legislators aim to simplify the intake process for homeless families seeking shelter in New York City.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

How I overcame homelessness to help others

Darren Skeete, a former rough sleeper and addict, now helps others facing similar challenges in west London through a council service.
Public health
fromHarvard Gazette
1 day ago

How 3 mayors are combating homelessness - Harvard Gazette

Homelessness in the U.S. has increased by 18%, affecting public safety and health, prompting mayors to seek collaborative solutions.
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
2 days ago

NYC Families Seeking Shelter Have to Prove They're Homeless. A New Bill Would Simplify That Process.

Legislators aim to simplify the intake process for homeless families seeking shelter in New York City.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Op-Ed | Don't trade away justice: Limiting rights won't lower costs for New Yorkers | amNewYork

Governor Hochul's insurance proposals favor corporations over individuals, undermining access to justice for crash victims and perpetuating inequities in auto insurance.
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

NY Inspector General says she's working to bring the public into government integrity as Trump erodes public trust | amNewYork

The New York inspector general's office aims to enhance public trust through transparency and integrity in government operations.
Environment
fromStreetsblog USA
4 days ago

Where the Hottest Blocks in Your City Are - And How To Cool Them Down - Streetsblog USA

A new tool helps cities identify and cool their hottest streets during heat waves to improve thermal comfort and encourage sustainable transportation.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromPadailypost
4 days ago

Council rejects plan to rein in compounds of the wealthy

Palo Alto City Council rejected a proposal to regulate large residential compounds in Crescent Park, prioritizing broader city construction rules instead.
Relationships
fromBuzzFeed
5 days 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.
fromThe Walrus
5 days ago

I Bought a House and Became Part of the Problem | The Walrus

I never expected to own a home. I wasn't born into generational wealth. I grew up poor. There was-and is-no big family inheritance coming my way. Not property. Not cash. Not stocks or bonds or whatever financial instrument one might trade or sell or leverage to join the landed class.
Canada news
#los-angeles
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 hours ago

Mayor Bass orders extra police patrols after rash of home burglaries in the Valley

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has ordered increased police patrols along Ventura Boulevard due to a rise in residential burglaries.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 hours ago

Mayor Bass orders extra police patrols after rash of home burglaries in the Valley

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has ordered increased police patrols along Ventura Boulevard due to a rise in residential burglaries.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
16 hours ago

Op-Ed | How public-private partnerships can fast-track subway accessibility | amNewYork

Public-private partnerships are enhancing subway accessibility for New Yorkers with disabilities, improving efficiency and reducing costs for infrastructure projects.
NYC real estate
fromNews 12 - Long Island
1 day ago

Tenants raise concerns about East Flatbush apartment building's new landlord

Tenants in East Flatbush face severe living conditions, including structural issues and pest infestations, while struggling with unclear landlord ownership.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
1 day ago

Mayor Mamdani Goes to Housing Court, And What Else Happened This Week

Mayor Mamdani aims to support tenants facing eviction but has not committed to specific funding or promises.
Social justice
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

LGBTQ+ youth say prisons and policing fail hate crime victims. Now what?

Communities are urged to adopt non-punitive, community-based solutions to address violence, particularly for marginalized groups like LGBTQ+ individuals.
Boston
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Suspect sought for assaulting man on a Bronx bus | amNewYork

Police are seeking a suspect in a Bronx bus assault that injured a 79-year-old man.
Real estate
fromFortune
1 day ago

Older millennials are starting to act like boomers in the housing market - and pulling away from the pack | Fortune

Older Millennials have become the highest-earning home buyers, leveraging home equity to upgrade to larger properties.
Upper West Side
fromHoodline
2 days ago

Upper East Side Sidewalk Beatdown Sparks Hunt For Attacker

Police are seeking a suspect who assaulted a 75-year-old man on the Upper East Side, urging public assistance for information leading to an arrest.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Queens teen shot dead at park after basketball court argument; cops on desperate search to find killer | amNewYork

A 15-year-old was fatally shot in a Queens park during a fight involving multiple teens, prompting community outrage and a police investigation.
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

An immigration agent shot out his eye at a 'No Kings' rally. His lawyers plan to file claim against Homeland Security

A USC student was shot and blinded by a DHS officer during a protest, prompting a federal civil rights lawsuit against the agency.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

London has fallen to crime and feral youth? Rubbish | Letters

Young people's presence is often misinterpreted as a threat, leading to moral panic and calls for control rather than understanding.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
5 hours ago

Crooks carjack Toyota Corolla from women in Brooklyn Lowe's parking lot

Four men carjacked a vehicle from two women in a Brooklyn parking lot, injuring one during the theft.
NYC real estate
from48 hills
2 days ago

The best and worst of CA housing policy, on display at UCLA conference - 48 hills

The Yimby narrative on housing is challenged by evidence showing economic inequality, not regulation, drives high housing prices.
fromDefector
2 days ago

A Year After The Corrections Officer Strike, New York Is Still Failing Its Incarcerated Population | Defector

The HALT Act mandates prisoners receive seven hours of congregate time outside our cells each day and limits excessive use of solitary confinement.
NYC parents
Social justice
fromThe Nation
1 day ago

How Working People Are the Canaries in the Coal Mine

Politicians are addressing the affordability crisis, but many working individuals feel neglected and question the timing of this attention.
New York City
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

'NYC is cooked': Business leaders and Wall Streeters erupt over proposed luxury second-home tax

A proposed tax on second homes over $5 million in NYC faces backlash from wealthy homeowners and investors.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

Chain reaction: A framework for America's housing and retirement crises

The American Dream faces challenges in homeownership due to affordability, inventory issues, and systemic policy failures.
Law
fromGothamist
4 days 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.
NYC politics
fromKotaku
1 day ago

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani Explains Politics With Mario Kart

Zohran Mamdani uses Mario Kart metaphors to advocate for philanthropy in funding universal child care in New York City.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

L.A. clears homeless encampment long plagued by crime, drug use in North Hollywood

"It's been in continuous disrepair and derelict circumstances. There were reported firearms, individuals walking out onto the street with assault rifles, drug paraphernalia that you can even find today, a lot of drug use."
Los Angeles
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

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

Officers from the 24th Precinct and the NYPD's Public Service Area 6 rushed to the scene after receiving a 911 call about a man shot at the location.
Upper West Side
Social justice
fromBossip
2 days ago

Lock Them Up: NYPD Cops Brutally Beat Brooklyn Man In Viral Video, Mayor Mamdani Sounds Off

Police violently assaulted an innocent man, highlighting systemic abuse of power against Black and Brown communities.
New York City
fromThe Trace
3 days ago

How This Deputy Mayor Plans to Reduce Violence in New York City

New York City aims to enhance violence prevention funding and initiatives through the new Mayor's Office of Community Safety.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

'We call it the walking bus': How kids are getting to school amid ICE operations

Immigration enforcement actions have increased fear among residents in Democratic-run cities, impacting families and children significantly.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Immigration advocates fume after Hochul says ICE can can cooperate with local police on criminal cases | amNewYork

Governor Hochul proposed the Local Cops, Local Crimes Act to limit ICE's access to local jails and police resources for civil immigration enforcement.
NYC real estate
fromBrownstoner
2 days ago

Affordable Housing Lottery Opens for Seniors in Brownsville

Affordable housing lottery opens for 142 senior apartments in Brownsville, with 47 units designated as truly affordable.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

A rash of home burglaries reported in the San Fernando Valley, including an assault on a resident

Detectives are investigating a rash of five home burglaries in six days in the San Fernando Valley, police said, including one incident where a burglar assaulted a resident.
Los Angeles
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Subway crime: NYPD transit chief explains how department is shifting resources after Grand Central Station machete attack | amNewYork

A violent attack in Grand Central Station by Anthony Griffin resulted in multiple injuries and his eventual death by police intervention.
Brooklyn
fromBlack Enterprise
2 days ago

'I'm Not Resisting' NYPD Beats Brooklyn Man They Allegedly Profiled As A Drug Dealer

A Brooklyn man was mistakenly arrested by police during a drug investigation, leading to allegations of excessive force and internal review of the incident.
fromHell Gate
2 days ago

Pied-a-Terre-orize the Rich

The proposed 'pied-à-terre tax' will allow New York City to levy a yearly surcharge on luxury second homes valued at $5 million or more, targeting wealthy out-of-towners.
NYC real estate
NYC politics
fromIntelligencer
3 days ago

Question Alvin Bragg's Methods, But the Numbers Don't Lie

Shootings and murders in Manhattan have significantly decreased during Alvin Bragg's tenure as District Attorney.
NYC real estate
fromGothamist
4 days ago

Thousands of NYC tenants face May deadline as emergency housing vouchers wind down

Over 5,000 low-income NYC households face a deadline as federal housing vouchers run out, prompting NYCHA to seek alternative housing solutions.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
3 days ago

NYPD and Brooklyn DA Joint Public Safety Announcement

NYPD Commissioner and Brooklyn DA to announce important public safety initiative.
NYC politics
fromFox News
6 days 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.
NYC real estate
fromStreetsblog New York City
4 days ago

Ask An Insurance Industry Insider: Safe Streets Are The Best Way To Bring Down Insurance Costs - Streetsblog New York City

Personal injury lawyers and insurance companies dominate advertising, reflecting a complex system of risk assessment and cost management in insurance.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
3 days ago

Man mistaken for drug dealer at Brooklyn liquor store told police 'I'm not resisting': CBS

A man was beaten by police in Brooklyn after being mistaken for a drug dealer, despite his compliance and lack of drugs.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Amsterdam News
3 days ago

Rev. Al Sharpton says killing of Brooklyn toddler is a 'wake up call'

A seven-month-old baby was killed by a stray bullet, prompting calls for community action and justice from Rev. Al Sharpton and others.
fromNew York Post
5 days 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
Science
fromNature
2 months ago

Eviction notice

Ancient, slow civilizations composed of dark matter engineered cosmic expansion to politely force luminous life to leave their regions.
#violent-crime-decline
US news
fromFast Company
2 months ago

The U.S. homicide rate is plunging in dozens of cities, including these, data shows

Homicide rates fell 21% across 35 U.S. cities from 2024 to 2025, about 922 fewer homicides, with most other major crimes also declining.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

The Long-Term Benefit of Gentrifying Cities

Gentrification can increase economic opportunity for low-income residents, while poorly designed public-housing spending can worsen outcomes.
fromTruthout
2 months ago

Trump Administration Brought the Violence of US Border Policies Into US Cities

The Trump administration is removing Border Patrol Commander-at-Large Gregory Bovino from Minnesota, after federal agents fatally shot Alex Pretti, the 37-year-old VA ICU nurse, Saturday morning. Bovino has been the face of Trump's roving paramilitary-style immigration crackdown in Minneapolis and other Democratic-led cities. Shortly after Pretti was killed, Bovino had claimed Pretti intended to "massacre law enforcement," a statement unsubstantiated by video and witness testimony from the scene. According to The Atlantic magazine, Bovino will return to his previous post in El Centro, California,
US politics
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