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The Mets pulled off a thrilling 7-3 comeback win against the Royals, fueled by Tyrone Taylor’s game-tying homer and Sean Manaea’s stellar seven-inning performance. With Mark Vientos sidelined by a fractured hand, Taylor stepped into center field and delivered clutch hits, sparking a five-run rally that sealed the victory. Bo Bichette, Carson Benge, and Francisco Alvarez added key insurance runs, w...

Central Park’s horse-drawn carriage debate reignites as the Conservancy pushes for a ban, backed by a poll showing 44% of New Yorkers strongly support it. Council Member Christopher Marte’s “Romanch’s Law” would halt new licenses by June 2028, a renewed effort after last year’s failed attempt following a fatal horse collapse. While the Conservancy and Mayor Mamdani cite safety concerns and past in...

A Legionnaires’ disease outbreak is hitting the Upper East Side with 30+ confirmed cases and 22 hospitalized—linked to contaminated cooling towers. City Council Speaker Julie Menin is furious the health department’s response is too slow, especially since the area’s elderly population is at high risk. She’s demanded faster action, including mandatory tower disinfection, while health officials say t...

Brooklyn cop Joshua Acosta, 39, faces multiple felony sex offense charges involving a child, arrested off-duty and suspended without pay. A NYPD investigation handed over to prosecutors, Acosta has a troubling history: four substantiated misconduct complaints since 2019, including abuse of authority, plus internal violations like failing to use his body cam and improper pursuits that cost him vaca...

Groundbreaking for the new Two World Trade Center—set to become American Express’s global HQ—marks a historic moment for Lower Manhattan, delivering over 3,200 construction jobs, a $6 billion economic boost, and ultimately supporting 20,000+ city jobs. Mayor Mamdani and Governor Hochul hailed the project as a symbol of resilience, with American Express committing to full ownership and union-built...

NYPD officers pulled off a breathtaking rescue on the Brooklyn Bridge, spending nearly an hour calmly talking down a distressed woman clinging to the edge—showcasing compassion, patience, and the human side of law enforcement that saved a life through connection, not confrontation. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@t...

Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s big bus plan—“Next Stop”—is all about speed, not free rides, despite his campaign promise. The $900 million initiative aims to cut bus trips by up to six minutes on 50 key routes, backed by state and MTA leadership. While the Mayor insists he’s still pushing for free buses, today’s focus is on faster commutes. The MTA Chair highlighted expanded Fair Fares eligibility for 340...

New York is suing major chemical giants like 3M, DuPont, Chemours, and Corteva over toxic “forever chemicals” called PFAS, demanding they stop selling contaminated products without warning labels and pay for cleanup and damages. For decades, these companies allegedly knew PFAS were hazardous — even detecting them in employee blood as early as the 1970s — yet continued using them in everything from...

New York City is racing to pinpoint the source of a deadly Legionnaires’ disease outbreak on the Upper East Side, with officials now releasing cooling tower test results as soon as they’re available—because these air conditioning components can harbor deadly bacteria, especially in heat. Though building owners are legally required to test cooling towers monthly and maintain safety plans, testing w...

They just broke ground on the final commercial tower at the World Trade Center—two World Trade Center, the global American Express HQ—marking a monumental step in rebuilding 25 years after 9/11. This 55-story, 2-million-square-foot skyscraper, slated for completion by 2031, will house 10,000 employees and stand as a powerful symbol of New York’s resilience. More than just steel and glass, it fulfi...

New York’s AG is suing giants like 3M, DuPont, and Chemours over decades of PFAS pollution — toxic chemicals found in everything from pans to clothing — that companies allegedly knew were dangerous as early as 1981. The lawsuit links PFAS exposure to cancer, infertility, developmental harm, and immune issues, and targets sewage sludge spread on farmland — which the state plans to double next year...

New York City schools are hitting pause on all new edtech purchases as officials scramble to finalize a safe, thoughtful AI policy—after backlash against their March draft that critics called dangerously outdated. With teachers divided and unions demanding bans for young kids, the chancellor’s new directive delays tech buys until summer, when updated guidelines will address screen time, safety, an...

Legionnaires’ disease is spreading on the Upper East Side, with 36 confirmed cases and 22 hospitalized — no deaths yet. Health officials have flagged key buildings for investigation and are urging all local buildings to clean cooling towers to halt the outbreak. The bacteria, which thrives in warm water and spreads via outdoor air, isn’t contagious between people. The outbreak is concentrated in C...

A serious Legionnaires’ disease outbreak is hitting the Upper East Side, with nearly 25 cases since early July — a deadly pneumonia spread through airborne water droplets from cooling towers, not person-to-person. Though NYC has battled similar outbreaks before — especially in summer in high-rise zones like the Bronx — new regulations only kicked in this May, with low compliance rates. With senior...

NYPD officer Joshua Acosta, 39, faces serious charges including rape and sexual misconduct against a child, stemming from an internal investigation. Arrested off-duty in south Brooklyn, he’s been suspended without pay and the case has been handed to the Brooklyn DA. Allegations date back to 2021 and span multiple counts — five felonies — with officials calling it a domestic case. Acosta’s legal te...

A man’s arrested after hurling Molotov cocktails at three Queens locations — a church, a Jehovah’s Witness hall, and another building — late Wednesday into Thursday, but no one was hurt and no fires broke out. First responders acted fast, and the targeted church confirmed everyone’s safe, praising the responders and reaffirming their commitment to community. Police have a 36-year-old in custody, t...

A Midtown high-rise once owned by Pfizer is in crisis after support columns buckled—sending shockwaves through the city. Though officials say the structure is now stabilized, union workers are accusing developers of cutting corners, putting lives at risk. One worker, Sean Dow, who was installing fire sprinklers, witnessed the collapse firsthand and captured the chaos on video. He and his crew spot...

New York City’s PTA funding gap is exposing deep educational inequality: some PTAs rake in millions, funding extras like after-school programs, while nearly 400 schools get zip. Wealthy PTAs host luxury fundraisers, while others rely on waffle-making contests. Advocates say the city must act—$45 million sits unused in PTA reserves—and ensure every child, regardless of zip code, gets equal school r...

Legionnaires’ disease is surging in Manhattan’s Upper East Side, with 36 confirmed cases and 22 hospitalized—no deaths yet, but this deadly pneumonia is no joke. The outbreak is concentrated in ZIP codes 10028, 10128, and 10075, east of Central Park between East 76th and 97th Streets. If you were there since late June, watch for fever, chills, and cough. You don’t catch it from people—only from br...

New Jersey communities still reeling from recent flooding brace for more rain and thunderstorms Thursday as humidity fuels dangerous storms—especially south of NYC—with even more localized flooding possible. After weekend damage including a collapsed B.J.’s roof in Ocean Township, officials warn residents to stay alert. Temperatures will stay warm in the mid-80s, with storms lingering into evening...

American Express is breaking ground on its new 55-story, 1,226-foot-tall headquarters at Two World Trade Center — the final, crowning piece of the iconic site’s commercial rebirth. With over an acre of terraces and gardens, this glass-and-steel tower will create 3,200 jobs and inject $6 billion into the city’s economy, symbolizing resilience and global business opportunity in the heart of Lower Ma...

Jalen Brunson’s Game One Finals jersey sold for $1.024 million, celebrating his 30-point performance that led the Knicks to their first championship in 53 years and Finals MVP honors. While not the highest-selling jersey—Michael Jordan’s 1998 Finals jersey still holds that record at $10.1 million—Brunson’s jersey is sparking major buzz in the memorabilia world. The Knicks’ historic playoff run ign...

Republicans are targeting Mayor Zohran Mamdani as their top political punching bag in New York, seeing him as the most potent symbol of Democratic socialism to rally suburban and rural voters. Despite other progressive wins, Mamdani’s real power and high favorability make him a strategic focal point — even if he’s a tough sell outside the city. GOP strategists are leveraging his mayoral run to fra...

A Manhattan building slated for office-to-apartment conversion is under scrutiny after its inspection firm’s shaky track record, while a Brooklyn Bridge shutdown during rush hour followed a daring climb up its cables. In the Bronx, an underground boxing club offers a controversial alternative to street violence—“beef fights” where real-life feuds get settled in the ring. And yesterday? Just anothe...

NYPD is urgently seeking Anthony Robinson, 42, linked to two brutal sexual assaults in the Bronx — one on Nov. 23 involving a 30-year-old woman, and another on May 6 targeting a 22-year-old. Authorities need public help: if you’ve seen him or have any info, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS or 1-888-577-PISTA (Spanish), or report online or via X. These victims deserve justice — your tip could...