A 76-year-old woman named Lyudmila Braun died Sunday after a solar panel tore free from a rooftop structure during a nor’easter and struck her in Brooklyn. Police say the accident happened around 10:30 a.m. near Ocean Parkway and West Brighton Beach Avenue. According to the Department of Buildings, the panel came loose from its steel […]
Tag: New York
It’s Not About the Record Anymore — It’s About the Response
At 0–6, things couldn’t be going much worse for the Jets. The record speaks for itself in all honesty. The story now isn’t about whether or not the team wins or loses anymore — it’s about how this team responds to adversity. Losing is frustrating and emotional. I’m sure we’ve all been there before. It’s […]
Governor Declares State of Emergency for NYC Region Ahead of Heavy Storm Nor’easter
Governor Kathy Hochul has declared a state of emergency for New York City, Long Island and Westchester County ahead of a strong nor’easter expected to bring heavy rain, flooding and dangerous winds. The declaration allows state and local agencies to work out emergency responses and use their resources more efficiently before the storm. Hochul said the […]
Cuomo Pivots: Rebuild Rikers Rather Than Close It
Former Governor Andrew Cuomo surprised a lot of people this week with a big shift in how he thinks New York City should deal with Rikers Island. Instead of closing it down, like the city has been planning for years, Cuomo now says we should rebuild it. “We can and must do both things at […]
NY Yankees Are Not Out of It Yet
The New York Yankees showed last night that they’re far from finished. After losing two games earlier in the series, they managed a dramatic 9‑6 comeback win over the Toronto Blue Jays to stay alive in the AL Division Series. They were down 6‑1 early on. That kind of shortfall in October tends to feel […]
Saul Zabar, NYC Food Icon and Co-Owner of Zabar’s, Dies at 97
Saul Zabar, one of the most recognizable names in New York food, died this week at age 97. He was the longtime co-owner of Zabar’s, the famous Upper West Side grocery store known for its wide range of gourmet food. Zabar had been in the hospital after suffering a brain bleed, according to family. Even […]
The Best Dressed New York Athletes, Ranked by Someone Who Knows Nothing About Fashion
So here’s what happened: I was bored, started Googling random stuff, and somehow ended up looking at photos of New York athletes off the field. Next thing I know, I’m deep into side-by-side pics of people wearing outfits that cost more than my car. I don’t know much about fashion (my wardrobe is 90% hoodies), […]
MTA to Swap East River Tunnels for F and M Trains to Improve Commute Times
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority has revealed a major change for weekday subway riders. Beginning Dec. 8, 2025, the F and M trains will swap their routes between Manhattan and Queens during the day, with the hope it will reduce delays. Under the new schedule (which takes place during weekdays from about 6 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.), […]
When the Air Turns Deadly: What Legionnaires’ Reveals About Urban Infrastructure
A recent surge in Legionnaires’ disease cases and deaths in dense urban centers, particularly a significant outbreak in Central Harlem is casting a harsh spotlight on the invisible threats posed by aging infrastructure and neglected maintenance in America’s older cities. With a rising death toll and a growing number of new infections, public health officials […]
Why Coco Gauff Continues to Dominate
Last night at a bar, I was entrenched toward the TV. Now I wasn’t the only one, as a big group viewed the spectacle as well. It was the U.S. Open 2025 and the two players were going head to head: Coco Gauff and Ajla Tomlajanovic. To say the least, the match itself was intense. […]
Pot Shops Sue New York Over Regulation Error
For the longest time, marijuana use has been a heated topic for Americans. Many people criticize its use for being a gateway drug, while others vouch for its medicinal applications. Regardless of these thoughts and opinions, many cannabis businesses rely on the states that have legalized the substance. Many such shops have recently sued the […]
Suspect Arrested After Times Square Shooting
The people of New York all had quite a scare last Saturday, when shots were fired in the early morning in Times Square. This shooting ended with three people getting shot and the suspect fleeing from the scene of the crime. Fortunately, all three victims are still alive and are currently in stable condition. Not […]
