Corey Crockett
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‘Waitress’ ends limited Broadway run early due to COVID-19 outbreak
MANHATTAN — Following the lead of “Jagged Little Pill” on Tuesday, Broadway favorite “Waitress” announced it, too, would end its run on the Great White Way as a COVID-19 resurgence sweeps through New York. The announcement was made on Twitter Thursday evening. The show debuted on Broadway in 2016 and was a four-time Tony nominee. […] → Read More
5 women make history as deputy mayors in Adams administration
NEW YORK — Mayor-elect Eric Adams began the week with a historic set of announcements: five women will be appointed deputy mayors in the upcoming Adams administration. “We are going to tear down barriers,” he said. “We are going to do things differently.” The five women have served the people of New York City for […] → Read More
Live: Hochul gives New York COVID update
The latest information on the COVID-19 pandemic in New York state and New York City, including data on positive cases and other indicators, and information from local officials. → Read More
Unvaccinated Nets star Kyrie Irving to return as part-timer, play out of state games due to COVID rules: reports
Nets star Kyrie Irving, who’s been unavailable since New York imposed vaccine requirements, will return to the team as a part-time player for out-of-state games, according to reports. ESPN and The Athletic/Stadium said Irving will practice at home with the team, which he would be eligible to do, and will play in away games. The […] → Read More
Teen arrested in fatal stabbing at Bronx subway station: NYPD
WAKEFIELD, the Bronx — A 19-year-old was arrested and charged in the fatal stabbing of a Bronx man inside a subway station, police said Friday. Sambula Lino, 19, of the Bronx, was charged with murder, manslaughter and criminal possession of a weapon, police said. Lino was accused of stabbing Luis Sevilla, 34, of the Bronx, in […] → Read More
NJ cops investigate driver’s ‘suspicious incident’ with middle school girls
HACKETTSTOWN, N.J. — Three middle school girls said they may have been followed by a man who was staring at them from his car Thursday, according to police. A Hackettstown Police spokesperson said the three girls were leaving Hackettstown Middle School when an older man driving a black Honda Civic stopped the car and starred […] → Read More
Police release video of suspect wanted in fatal Brooklyn bodega shooting
FLATBUSH, Brooklyn — New surveillance video shows a homicide suspect fleeing a Brooklyn bodega on foot. In the footage, the man can be seen running away from the crime scene while cash falls from his pockets. Sources told PIX11 News that the alleged gunman was a regular at the bodega who was known to the […] → Read More
Brooklyn deli worker shot in head after giving suspect free sandwich: sources
A suspect who fatally shot a Brooklyn deli employee in the head was a regular who had received a free sandwich from workers shortly before the shooting, law enforcement sources told PIX11 News. → Read More
Brooklyn man fatally shot in the head: NYPD
FLATBUSH, Brooklyn — A Brooklyn man was killed when he was shot in the head Tuesday night, police said. It happened just before 7:35 p.m. at 803 Flatbush Avenue on the corner of Caton Avenue. The man was pronounced dead at the scene. This is a developing story. Submit tips to police by calling Crime […] → Read More
Police officer shot in Newark, officials say
NEWARK, N.J. — A Newark police officer was shot during an incident in Newark Tuesday night. Few details were available, though officials said it happened just after 8:35 p.m. in the area of 14th Avenue and 14th Street. The officer suffered injuries not considered to be life-threatening and was taken to a local hospital, with […] → Read More
Eric Adams to be inaugurated at Brooklyn’s Kings Theater
FLATBUSH, Brooklyn — Eric Adams will raise the curtain on his new administration on Jan. 1 — literally. Adams will hold his inauguration at Brooklyn’s Kings Theater instead of the traditional City Hall, along with two other Brooklynites: Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, who begins his first full term, and incoming Comptroller Brad Lander. The move […] → Read More
Delivery driver dies after crashing e-scooter into parked truck on Upper East Side: NYPD
UPPER EAST SIDE, Manhattan — A food delivery driver on an e-scooter died after crashing into a parked truck in Manhattan on Monday evening, according to the NYPD. Officials said it happened at about 5:10 p.m. as the driver, 31, was riding his electronic scooter northbound on First Avenue, near East 76th Street. The e-scooter […] → Read More
NYPD honcho Harrison nominated to lead Suffolk County PD: sources
NYPD Chief of Department Rodney Harrison has been nominated to the role of Suffolk County Police Department commissioner, according to sources. → Read More
Impeachment attorney Goldman exits AG race after incumbent James announces run
NEW YORK — Former federal prosecutor and candidate for attorney general Daniel Goldman announced he’s suspending his campaign for AG on the heels of incumbent Letitia James’ announcement to run for reelection. James had been a candidate for governor before taking her name out of consideration for the Democratic primary on Thursday, saying instead she’d […] → Read More
Brooklyn teacher suffers critical injuries in hit-and-run: NYPD
CROWN HEIGHTS, Brooklyn — A Brooklyn teacher suffered critical injuries when she was hit by a car Tuesday, according to police. It happened just before 12:30 p.m. near Union Street and Classon Avenue in Crown Heights, according to police. The vehicle struck 67-year-old high school teacher Dorothy Gargano and fled the scene eastbound on Union […] → Read More
3 seen on video drawing swastika in wet cement: NYPD
MIDWOOD, Brooklyn — Three people were caught on video drawing a swastika in wet cement on a Brooklyn sidewalk, police said. It happened on Dec. 3 at about 9:50 p.m. in front of a residential building at 2222 Ocean Avenue between Quentin Road and Avenue R, according to officials. After drawing the swastika in the […] → Read More
Stray bullet shatters Manhattan charter school window with teacher inside: sources
A stray bullet from a fury of gunfire hit the window of a Manhattan charter school Thursday morning, according to the NYPD. Officials responded to a call of shots fired at Forsyth Street and Broome Street at around 9:30 a.m. They said an unknown man fired several shots at another unknown person. In the process, […] → Read More
Tree lighting planned for missing NJ girl Dulce Maria Alavez
BRIDGETON, N.J. — The family of Dulce Maria Alavez, a New Jersey girl who went missing at a park in 2019, is planning a tree lighting ceremony for the child. The child’s family and supporters plan to gather for a tree lighting, “Dulce’s Silent Night: A Christmas Miracle,” on Dec. 18 at the playground she […] → Read More
Live: Gov. Murphy gives NJ COVID briefing amid omicron variant concerns
NEW JERSEY — Below you will find the most up-to-date information on coronavirus news impacting New Jersey. You can find additional resources and coverage on our coronavirus page. Gov. Murphy gives COVID briefing amid omicron variant concerns Omicron variant Closely monitoring the variant Encourages those who are eligible to get vaccinated and get booster shots. Vaccines […] → Read More
Good news: French bulldog Stella reunited with family after Thanksgiving burglary
HUNTINGTON, N.Y. — In a Thanksgiving miracle, a Long Island family’s beloved French bulldog was returned to Saturday after being stolen in a burglary on Thanksgiving. The dog, Stella, was spotted on Rhoddendron Drive in Center Moriches, police said, and was returned to her owners. The investigation into the burglary continues, police said. The suspect […] → Read More