Actress Melinda Dillon, of 'A Christmas Story,' dies at 83
Actress Melinda Dillon, known for roles in films like “Close Encounters of the Third Kind” and “A Christmas Story,” died Jan. 9 at the age of 83, her family confirmed in an …
Man, woman found dead with gunshot wounds in Brooklyn, police say
EAST FLATBUSH, Brooklyn (PIX11) — Two people were found dead with gunshot wounds to their head in Brooklyn Friday, police said. A man and woman were found dead in the 4700 block of Beverley R…
Freezing temperatures pose high risk in NYC into the weekend
NEW YORK (PIX11) — With wind chills falling below zero, there is elevated concern in New York City for the unhoused with the shelter system stressed due to the migrant crisis. A spokesman for…
New Jersey man admits seeking to have child porn victim killed
CAMDEN, N.J. (AP) — A New Jersey man who exchanged sexually explicit videos and images with a 13-year-old New York girl has admitted paying $20,000 in bitcoin to have the child victim murdered befo…
Memorial service for slain NJ councilwoman announced as investigation continues
SAYREVILLE, N.J. (PIX11) — Sayreville, a central New Jersey community of 45,000 people, announced its plan for a public memorial service for Eunice Dwumfour, the councilmember who was fatally…
New trains being tested on New York City subway tracks
NEW YORK (PIX11) — You may spot a new train on the subway tracks in New York City. MTA NYC Transit is testing the latest-model trains — known as the R211s — which are on order and…
Kyrie Irving requests trade from Brooklyn Nets, reports say
NEW YORK (AP) — All-Star guard Kyrie Irving has asked the Brooklyn Nets for a trade, according to ESPN and The Athletic. Irving made the request after talks about a new contract did …
Hoo-dunnit: Owl escapes Central Park Zoo after vandalism
The Eurasian-eagle owl, named Flaco, was released from his enclosure Thursday night.
3 NYC modern art museums reverberate with musical inspiration
Retrospectives at the New Museum and the Guggenheim, and a historic survey at MoMA, showcase art rooted in music, improvisation and dance.
Another NY nurses' strike? Staff at Long Island hospital step toward walkout.
About 800 nurses at South Shore University Hospital voted to authorize a strike on Friday, meaning 10-day notice of such an action could be given anytime.
How Rock and Roll Hall of Fame celebrates Black performers
NEW YORK (PIX11) – PIX11 News continues to celebrate Black History Month with trailblazers in music. These are the innovators who are socially conscious and determined to share their musical genius…
Skull found in remote Alaska in 1997 belongs to NY man
JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — A skull found in a remote part of Alaska’s Interior in 1997 belongs to a New York man who likely died in a bear mauling, state authorities said. Investigators used genet…
Think pink this Valentine's Day at 'Pink Pier' in New York City
NEW YORK (PIX11) — Step into the radiant embrace of pink for Valentine’s Day at the Watermark’s “Pink Pier” at Pier 15 in Manhattan. The all-pink attraction will be open f…
What does January jobs report mean for inflation?
President Joe Biden took a victory lap Friday after new federal data showed another month of strong job growth, the question about what that means for inflation remains.
90-year-old owner of East Village candy store suffers broken jaw in attack
EAST VILLAGE, Manhattan (PIX11) – The 90-year-old owner of a beloved East Village candy store suffered a broken jaw when he was attacked on Tuesday. Ray Alvarez, who opened Ray’s Candy Store in 197…