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In Astoria, four trees divide a sidewalk – and briefly, a neighborhood
The Parks Department says it’s turning over a new leaf after Astoria residents complained about four trees planted in the middle of the sidewalk.
3 NY lottery players won $200K in Powerball drawing
NEW YORK (PIX11) — Three New York lottery players are ringing in the New Year with a bang after winning big in Saturday night’s Powerball drawing! Two $200,000 winning Power Play ticket…
Amtrak signal issues causing NJ Transit delays
NEW YORK (PIX11) — Amtrak signal issues are causing significant delays on the Northeast Corridor line Sunday morning, officials said. The Amtrak trains in the area are experiencing two-hour d…
2 dead, several injured in separate Bronx fires: FDNY
THE BRONX, N.Y. (PIX11) — Two people died and two NYPD officers were injured in separate fires in the Bronx, officials said. The first blaze broke out on the second floor of a five-floor buil…
NYC's economic outlook for 2024? ‘Lopsided’ prosperity, researcher says
The city has recovered jobs lost during the pandemic, but there’s been a "deterioration in the mix," according to James Parrott of the New School’s Center for New York City Affairs.
New York City rolls the dice on casino bids in 2024
From state legislative chambers to community board meeting halls, the contest for coveted casino licenses is heating up in the coming year.
'I’m trying to see the ball drop': New Yorkers and tourists flock to Times Square eager for festivities
MIDTOWN, Manhattan (PIX 11) — The countdown is on to the new year and millions of spectators have been waiting eagerly to see the ball drop in Times Square. “I have seen it on TV all my life and it…
New Jersey man offering big cash reward for return of missing puppy
NEW JERSEY (PIX11) – A Montville, N.J. dog owner is offering a cash reward to find his puppy who requires special veterinary care. Nick Sgourakis, 42, is desperate to find his German Shepherd hou…
NY Gov. Kathy Hochul vetoes Grieving Families Act the second time in a row
The bill would have changed the state’s wrongful death law – considered to be one of the most restrictive in the country.
Dave Chappelle ends Florida show early, walks off stage
Comedy lovers who paid over $100 a ticket to see Dave Chappelle at Hard Rick Live on Wednesday night did not get their money’s worth after the comedian stormed off the stage in anger mid set,…
What fast food restaurants will be open for New Year's Eve, Day this year?
Need a quick bite before you New Year’s Eve celebration, or a pick-me-up on New Year’s Day?
5 discontinued foods we mourned in 2023
It’ll be easier to stick to your New Year’s resolutions now that some of your favorite snacks and junk foods have been discontinued.
4 family members found dead inside NY home: police
ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. (PIX11) — Four family members were found dead inside a Rockland County home early Saturday, according to authorities. Officers responded to 10 Clydesdale Ct. at 12:30 a.…
After the New Year's Eve ball drop in Times Square, these workers get busy
Their goal, NYC Sanitation Commissioner Jessica Tisch says, is to leave no trace behind.
'We were trusting them': Family battling newborn's $60K medical helicopter bill
A Colorado family is looking for help after finding themselves in an expensive dilemma with a medical helicopter company.
9 standout moments in music in NYC this year
Here's a look at some of the concerts, albums and celebrations that dazzled in 2023.