Teen Tourist Killed When Central Park Carriage Horse Gets Loose: Police Teen Tourist Killed When Central Park Carriage Horse Gets Loose: Police
Teen Tourist Killed When Central Park Carriage Horse Gets Loose: Police An 18-year-old man died after falling from a horse-drawn carriage in Central Park, police said. The incident happened near 71st Street and Center Drive at 2:47 p.m., according to the NYPD.  Officers were told the man had fallen from the carriage, police said. He was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead, according to the NYPD. According to ABC7, the man was an 18-year-old tourist. Footage of the horse breaking free and being chased by the driver was shared to X by Gus Stalton, the managing editor of the West Side Rag. Here’s a video of the h…
Storm System Packed With Damaging Winds, Downpours Nears: Updated Track, Timing Storm System Packed With Damaging Winds, Downpours Nears: Updated Track, Timing
Storm System Packed With Damaging Winds, Downpours Nears: Updated Track, Timing A new storm system is sharpening its aim. Widespread showers and thunderstorms are likely from midday into the afternoon on Thursday, June 18, across much of the Northeast, according to the National Weather Service. Some storms could become severe, with damaging winds the main concern. The updated AccuWeather track shows areas expected to see the strongest storms. One risk zone extends from northern New Jersey into New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and northern New England. Another zone stretches from northeastern Arkansas and southeastern Missouri toward the mid-Atlantic, includ…
First Named Storm Of Hurricane Season Barrels Over World Cup Venue: See Projected Track First Named Storm Of Hurricane Season Barrels Over World Cup Venue: See Projected Track
First Named Storm Of Hurricane Season Barrels Over World Cup Venue: See Projected Track The Atlantic hurricane season has its first named storm, and it wasted no time making noise near one of the world’s biggest sporting stages. Tropical Storm Arthur barreled across Texas on Wednesday, June 17, as Portugal and the Democratic Republic of Congo faced off in a FIFA World Cup match in Houston. The match went ahead, and underdog Congo played Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal to a 1-1 draw. Arthur made landfall just northeast of Matagorda Bay, Texas, early Wednesday afternoon, the National Hurricane Center said. The storm was expected to track along the Texas coast into Wednesday e…
Death Penalty Possible For Man Accused Of Killing National Guard Specialist Near White House Death Penalty Possible For Man Accused Of Killing National Guard Specialist Near White House
Death Penalty Possible For Man Accused Of Killing National Guard Specialist Near White House A man accused of carrying out a deadly ambush on National Guard members steps from the White House now faces new federal charges that could lead to the death penalty, prosecutors announced.  Rahmanullah Lakanwal, 30, an Afghan national, was charged in a 17-count superseding indictment filed in U.S. District Court on Tuesday, June 16, according to U.S. Attorney Jeanine Ferris Pirro. The new charges stem from the shooting that killed Specialist Sarah Beckstrom and seriously injured Sgt. Andrew Wolfe on Nov. 26. Beckstrom, a member of the West Virginia National Guard, was killed in the sh…
Popular Food Sold At Aldi Recalled Over Undeclared Allergen: What To Know Popular Food Sold At Aldi Recalled Over Undeclared Allergen: What To Know
Popular Food Sold At Aldi Recalled Over Undeclared Allergen: What To Know More than 500,000 packages of macaroni and cheese sold at Aldi supermarkets nationwide are being recalled because they may contain an undeclared allergen. BEF Foods Inc. issued the voluntary recall for about 525,645 packages of its Park St. Deli Macaroni & Cheese, according to the Food and Drug Administration. The action expands on a previous recall issued in March. The FDA said that the macaroni and cheese may contain soy lecithin that was not listed on the packaging. People with soy allergies or sensitivities could face adverse reactions if they consume the re…
Syracuse Football Recruits Charged In Philly Assault Case: Reports Syracuse Football Recruits Charged In Philly Assault Case: Reports
Syracuse Football Recruits Charged In Philly Assault Case: Reports Two Syracuse University football recruits from South Jersey are facing assault-related charges in Philadelphia, according to court records and as first reported by Syracuse.com. Charles "Charlie" W. Foulke IV, of Voorhees, and Masiia A. Acrey, of Camden, both 18, were charged following an April 12 incident, court records show. A third individual, Jalen Millevoix, was also charged, Syracuse.com reports.  The incident occurred at 2nd and Market streets at approximately 2:25 a.m., according to a June 15 news report by Delaware Valley News, which contains mugshots of the trio. A coupl…
Amazon Prime Day Returns With 4 Days Of Deals Amazon Prime Day Returns With 4 Days Of Deals
Amazon Prime Day Returns With 4 Days Of Deals Amazon Prime Day is coming early this year, and shoppers may want to start clearing room in their carts now. The summer sale will run from Tuesday, June 23, at 12:01 a.m. PDT through Friday, June 26, giving Prime members four days to shop millions of exclusive deals, Amazon announced in a Prime press release. Shoppers can browse early Amazon deals now and return for the full Prime Day sale when it kicks off. According to the release, the event will include deals across more than 35 categories, including electronics, fashion, beauty, groceries, home goods, kitchen items, outdoor gear, back-…
Hudson Valley Man Fighting 'Painful Battle' Against ALS Asks For Help Hudson Valley Man Fighting 'Painful Battle' Against ALS Asks For Help
Hudson Valley Man Fighting 'Painful Battle' Against ALS Asks For Help An Orange County father battling ALS is asking for help as he fights to preserve his independence, health, and time with his family.   Washingtonville resident Ricky Pizarro is currently fighting a battle against amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, commonly known as ALS.  Pizarro, 52, describes himself as a husband, father of two, and someone who has spent much of his life helping others and working hard to support his family.  In a GoFundMe page started Monday, June 15, he wrote that although he has fought against the disease for two years and made it far past his…
Girl From 'The Ring,' Star Of 'Lilo & Stitch' Dies At 35: Reports Girl From 'The Ring,' Star Of 'Lilo & Stitch' Dies At 35: Reports
Girl From 'The Ring,' Star Of 'Lilo & Stitch' Dies At 35: Reports The former child actor widely known as the psychic girl in "The Ring" and the voice of Lilo in Disney's "Lilo & Stitch" has died, according to reports. Daveigh Chase, 35, died from complications of meningitis on Tuesday, June 16. Roy Hernandez, Chase's boyfriend, announced her death to TMZ on Wednesday, June 17. Hernandez reportedly created a GoFundMe page for Chase as her health worsened. "Her condition has become critical, and the doctors have told me she may not have much time left," he wrote. "All she ever wanted was a place where we could live togethe…
DA: Man Who Posed As Officer Told FBI Agent He Left ID Card 'At Home' In Westchester (UPDATE) DA: Man Who Posed As Officer Told FBI Agent He Left ID Card 'At Home' In Westchester (UPDATE)
DA: Man Who Posed As Officer Told FBI Agent He Left ID Card 'At Home' In Westchester (Update) A man accused of impersonating an NYPD detective while carrying a loaded handgun and other law enforcement equipment on the streets of Westchester County has been arraigned — and prosecutors have released more details about his alleged ruse.  Manhattan resident Dylan J. Gonzalez, 26, was arraigned on Friday, June 12, on charges of second-degree criminal possession of a weapon and first-degree criminal impersonation, Westchester County District Attorney Susan Cacace announced on Wednesday, June 17.  The charges stem from Gonzalez's arrest in Bronxville, as previously reported …
Radiation Detected In Sanitation Truck In Westchester County — Vehicle Pulled From Service Radiation Detected In Sanitation Truck In Westchester County — Vehicle Pulled From Service
Radiation Detected In Sanitation Truck In Westchester County — Vehicle Pulled From Service A sanitation truck in Westchester County has been taken out of service after traces of radioactive contamination were detected during a waste drop-off  Port Chester village officials announced Tuesday, June 16, that one of its sanitation vehicles was detained by Westchester County after radiation detection equipment at a regional waste transfer facility identified radioactive material in a refuse load collected in the village. According to officials, standard safety protocols require vehicles carrying contaminated waste to remain at the facility until radiation levels decay to acceptab…
JetBlue Scaling Back At NYC-Area Airports Amid Cost-Cutting Push, Report Says JetBlue Scaling Back At NYC-Area Airports Amid Cost-Cutting Push, Report Says
JetBlue Scaling Back At Nyc-area Airports Amid Cost-Cutting Push, Report Says JetBlue Airways is downsizing its presence in the greater New York City area amid years of economic turbulence and the recent surge in fuel prices from the US-Israeli war with Iran. The airline will close its flight attendant base at Newark Liberty International Airport, along with tech operations bases at Newark and LaGuardia Airport, JetBlue told CNBC on Wednesday, June 17. The closures are expected to happen in the fall. JetBlue said that no employees will lose their jobs, and staff will be able to bid or transfer to other bases. The airline also confirmed that it will make "targete…
Scottish Soccer Fans Are Drinking US Bars Dry, Forcing Emergency Beer Deliveries Scottish Soccer Fans Are Drinking US Bars Dry, Forcing Emergency Beer Deliveries
Scottish Soccer Fans Are Drinking US Bars Dry, Forcing Emergency Beer Deliveries The British may have marched on Boston centuries ago, looking for a fight. This time, the Scots are here looking for a pint.  Scottish soccer fans have descended on Massachusetts for the World Cup, and in less than a week, they've helped drink some of the city's bars dry. The "Tartan Army" spent the past week filling restaurants and pubs, and in some cases helping empty beer taps across the city, according to NBC Boston. The fans took over the streets last weekend after Scotland claimed a 1-0 win over Haiti on Saturday and marched to Fenway Park for a Red Sox game on Sunday. Sam Ad…
America's Oldest Man Dies At 111 America's Oldest Man Dies At 111
America's Oldest Man Dies At 111 A man who lived through two world wars, raised 10 children, and became America's oldest living man has died at his home in New Jersey. Luis Cano, of Linden, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 15, at the age of 111, according to the City of Linden. Cano held the distinction of being the oldest living man in the United States, officials said in the announcement. "The City of Linden was incredibly proud to be home to America's oldest man," Linden Mayor Derek Armstead said. "Mr. Cano lived a lifetime defined by faith, resilience, and an unwavering devotion to his family. His presence …
'Closuregeddon': Route 202 Stretch To Shut Down For Weeks In Westchester 'Closuregeddon': Route 202 Stretch To Shut Down For Weeks In Westchester
'Closuregeddon': Route 202 Stretch To Shut Down For Weeks In Westchester An upcoming road closure is set to disrupt traffic for eight weeks on a well-traveled stretch of Route 202 in Westchester County.  The closure, set to begin on Monday, June 29, will affect Route 202 in Somers near Warren Street between Fireman's Field and Somers Middle School, according to the Somers Police Benevolent Association.  In a social media post on Tuesday, June 16, police said the closure will allow crews to replace a culvert "that’s basically been holding its breath since the last century."  "It’s not a vanity project — it’s a 'please don’t let the road eat a…
Panera Bread Unveils Summer 2026 Menu With Major Changes: See What's On It Panera Bread Unveils Summer 2026 Menu With Major Changes: See What's On It
Panera Bread Unveils Summer 2026 Menu With Major Changes: See What's On It Panera Bread is making some of its biggest menu additions in years just in time for the summer. The fast-casual chain launched its summer 2026 menu on Wednesday, June 17. The refreshed options include the all-new Market Bowls, along with premium salads, cold coffee drinks, and protein-packed breakfast items. Market Bowls start at $9.99 and are available in whole or half portions. Options include Sesame Ginger Chicken, Carnitas Elote, and All-In Veggie. The Sesame Ginger Chicken bowl features seasoned diced chicken, herbed brown rice, arugula, edamame, cucumber, cilantro, red cabb…
Laser Strike Forces NY State Police Helicopter Off Flight Path; Man Charged With Felony Laser Strike Forces NY State Police Helicopter Off Flight Path; Man Charged With Felony
Laser Strike Forces NY State Police Helicopter Off Flight Path; Man Charged With Felony A laser pointed at a New York State Police helicopter during a nighttime training flight has led to a felony arrest, authorities announced. Daymian S. Massago, 20, of Saratoga Springs, was charged with Directing a Laser at an Aircraft in the First Degree after allegedly aiming a laser at a State Police Aviation Airbus H145D3 helicopter, New York State Police said on Wednesday, June 17. The incident happened at approximately 10:10 p.m. on Thursday, June 11, while the helicopter crew was conducting night training over Saratoga Springs, according to police. Investigators said the aircraft was…
HS Classmates, College Friends Killed After Being Swept Into Ocean In California HS Classmates, College Friends Killed After Being Swept Into Ocean In California
HS Classmates, College Friends Killed After Being Swept Into Ocean In California A day at the beach turned deadly along a stretch of coastline known for sudden danger. Mahial Sran, 20, and Harshita Nair, 21, died after being swept into the Pacific Ocean in Santa Cruz County, California, according to NBC Bay Area. The two women were from Fremont, California, and had graduated from the same high school together in 2023, SFGATE reported. Sran was studying public health at San Jose State University. Nair was a legal studies student at the University of California, Berkeley, according to their LinkedIn bios. The incident happened on Wednesday, June 10, near a natural archw…
Gilgo Beach Serial Killer Gets Multiple Life Terms Without Parole Gilgo Beach Serial Killer Gets Multiple Life Terms Without Parole
Gilgo Beach Serial Killer Gets Multiple Life Terms Without Parole Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the murders of seven women, bringing a formal end to one of New York's most notorious serial murder cases.  Heuermann, 62, of Massapequa Park, was sentenced Wednesday, June 17, to three consecutive life sentences without the possibility of parole plus an additional 100 years in prison in Suffolk County Court after pleading guilty in April to seven murders and admitting responsibility for an eighth victim, Karen Vergata, according to the Suffolk County District Attorney's Of…
Body Found Floating In LI Park Pond; Homicide Squad Investigating Body Found Floating In LI Park Pond; Homicide Squad Investigating
Body Found Floating In LI Park Pond; Homicide Squad Investigating A death investigation is underway after a body was found floating in a pond in a Long Island park, police announced on Tuesday, June 16. Officers responded to North Woodmere Park, located at 750 Hungry Harbor Rd., after receiving a report of an unknown person seen floating in the water at approximately 11:05 a.m., according to Nassau County Police. Responding officers recovered the unidentified body from the water, police said. A Nassau County Police medic pronounced the person dead at the scene. The Nassau County Police Department's Homicide Squad is investigating the death. The identit…
Here's How Much You'll Pay For Food, Drinks At NY/NJ World Cup Matches Here's How Much You'll Pay For Food, Drinks At NY/NJ World Cup Matches
Here's How Much You'll Pay For Food, Drinks At NY/NJ World Cup Matches Northeast soccer fans are dealing with record ticket prices and sky-high match day transportation costs, but they'll also face expensive food and drink options. The region's three stadiums have held five matches as of Wednesday, June 17. The homes of the New England Patriots, Philadelphia Eagles, and New York's NFL teams will host 21 games in total, including the World Cup Final and four other knockout-round ties. Each city has already seen iconic moments. Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe scored twice, including this "golazo," as France defeated Senegal 3-1 at MetLife Stadium in East Ru…
Zillow Gone Wild Features $14M NY Home Built By Mt. Rushmore Namesake Zillow Gone Wild Features $14M NY Home Built By Mt. Rushmore Namesake
Zillow Gone Wild Features $14M NY Home Built By Mt. Rushmore Namesake A sprawling Hudson Valley estate tied to a man whose name became part of American history is turning heads after being featured by Zillow Gone Wild.   The Rushmore Estate, located at 14 Castleton Dr. in the Orange County hamlet of Highland Mills, is now listed for $14 million by Corcoran Baer & McIntosh.  The property spans 39.1 gated acres and includes a Spanish Colonial-style main house, a grand Gilded Age ballroom, a guest house, a private lake with beachfront, a 60-foot infinity pool, tennis and basketball courts, wooded trails, a gazebo, and multiple outdoor ent…
Wilmington Hospital Shooter ID'd: Cops Wilmington Hospital Shooter ID'd: Cops
Wilmington Hospital Shooter ID'd: Cops A 23-year-old Delaware man was arrested in Philadelphia after police say a shooting at Wilmington Hospital left one 19-year-old dead and another critically injured. John Wallace-Bey, of New Castle, DE, was taken into custody Tuesday night, June 16, in Philadelphia and is awaiting extradition to Delaware, Wilmington Police announced. Wallace-Bey has been charged with first-degree murder, first-degree attempted murder, two counts of possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, and carrying a concealed deadly weapon, police said. The shooting happened at Wilmington Hospital in t…
Driver Over 4 Times Legal Limit Slams Into Pole In Westchester, Charged With DWI: NYSP Driver Over 4 Times Legal Limit Slams Into Pole In Westchester, Charged With DWI: NYSP
Driver Over 4 Times Legal Limit Slams Into Pole In Westchester, Charged With DWI: Nysp A 45-year-old woman was arrested on drunk driving charges after crashing into a utility pole in Northern Westchester — and then recording a blood alcohol content more than four times the legal limit, police said. The crash happened in Somers at around 5:45 p.m. on Tuesday, June 16, when troopers responded to West Hill Drive within the Heritage Hills Community for a crash involving a car that struck a utility pole, New York State Police announced on Wednesday, June 17. The driver, who police identified as Somers resident Maria Martinez De Luca, reportedly showed signs of being drunk. Sh…
Former Police Officer Admits To Oral Sex With Child In NY, Now Faces Prison Time Former Police Officer Admits To Oral Sex With Child In NY, Now Faces Prison Time
Former Police Officer Admits To Oral Sex With Child In NY, Now Faces Prison Time A former police officer has pleaded guilty to a felony sex offense involving a child in Ulster County — and is now awaiting sentencing, prosecutors announced.  Sydney Mills, 54, of Saugerties, entered a guilty plea on Monday, June 15, in Ulster County Court before Judge Bryan Rounds to one count of second-degree criminal sexual act, according to the Ulster County District Attorney's Office.  The plea satisfies an indictment charging Mills with sexual crimes committed against a minor in 2022, when he was employed as a police officer. Prosecutors said Mills engaged in oral sexual co…
Trapped Driver Rescued, Airlifted After Crashing Into Tree In Hudson Valley Trapped Driver Rescued, Airlifted After Crashing Into Tree In Hudson Valley
Trapped Driver Rescued, Airlifted After Crashing Into Tree In Hudson Valley A driver was airlifted to a hospital after becoming trapped inside their heavily damaged vehicle that crashed into a tree in Dutchess County.  The crash happened at around 11:18 p.m. on Monday, June 15, when firefighters responded to a crash in the Town of Dover involving a vehicle that had struck a tree, according to the J.H. Ketcham Hose Company. Arriving crews found the driver stuck inside the wreckage. Firefighters faced a significant challenge during the rescue because of the extensive damage to the vehicle, which severely limited access to the driver.  However, th…
See Where NY Schools Finished Among World's Top Universities In New Rankings See Where NY Schools Finished Among World's Top Universities In New Rankings
See Where NY Schools Finished Among World's Top Universities In New Rankings Several universities across the Northeast are being recognized among the best in the world, according to a new report. U.S. News & World Report released its 2026-27 Best Global Universities rankings on Tuesday, June 16. The list evaluates more than 2,250 schools in more than 100 countries based on academic research and reputation. The media outlet said it compared universities based on factors like publications, citations, international collaboration, and global and regional research reputation. "For students seeking universities with strong academic excellence and global recognit…
CFO Admits To $4M Embezzlement Scheme In New York: Prosecutors CFO Admits To $4M Embezzlement Scheme In New York: Prosecutors
CFO Admits To $4M Embezzlement Scheme In New York: Prosecutors A former chief financial officer has admitted to stealing more than $4 million from a Capital Region electrical contracting company in what prosecutors call the largest grand larceny case ever prosecuted by the Albany County District Attorney's Office. Kevin Stevens, 62, of Cohoes, pleaded guilty to Grand Larceny in the First Degree and Identity Theft in the First Degree in Albany County Court on Tuesday, June 16, according to Albany County District Attorney Lee C. Kindlon. Stevens had been arrested by New York State Police on Jan. 21 following an investigation into an embezzlement scheme …
New Study Challenges Long-Held Belief About Alcohol: What To Know New Study Challenges Long-Held Belief About Alcohol: What To Know
New Study Challenges Long-Held Belief About Alcohol: What To Know A common habit is getting a closer scientific look. A study published in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs found no protective health effect from alcohol at any level of consumption. The study examined how drinking affects the lifetime risk of death from alcohol-related causes in the US. Researchers estimated that men who drink 14 drinks per week face about a 1-in-25 lifetime risk of dying from an alcohol-related illness or injury. That equals a 4 percent lifetime death risk tied to a drinking level that previous federal dietary guidance placed at the upper end for men. The stu…
NY Driver Dragged Fatal Crash Victim Off Road Before Fleeing, Admits Guilt In Hit-And-Run NY Driver Dragged Fatal Crash Victim Off Road Before Fleeing, Admits Guilt In Hit-And-Run
NY Driver Dragged Fatal Crash Victim Off Road Before Fleeing, Admits Guilt In Hit-And-Run A man admitted to striking and killing a pedestrian, dragging her body off the road, and fleeing the scene without calling for help in New York, prosecutors announced on Tuesday, June 16. Lan Huynh Truong, 45, of Selden, pleaded guilty on Monday, June 15, to Leaving the Scene of an Incident Without Reporting Resulting in Death and Operating a Motor Vehicle Without a License in the death of Victoria "Vicky" Hutson, 37, also of Selden, according to Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond Tierney. The fatal crash happened at approximately 11:21 a.m. on Nov. 5, 2025, on Boyle Road near Villag…
'Love Island USA' Producer, NY Resident James Barker, Dies Suddenly At 40 While Filming 'Love Island USA' Producer, NY Resident James Barker, Dies Suddenly At 40 While Filming
'Love Island USA' Producer, NY Resident James Barker, Dies Suddenly At 40 While Filming A hit reality show is mourning one of the people who helped shape what viewers saw and heard. James Barker, an executive producer on "Love Island USA," died while the show’s eighth season was being filmed in Fiji in the South Pacific. He was 40. ITV America and Peacock confirmed on Monday, June 15, that Barker died after what they described as an "unexpected medical emergency," NBC News reported. No official cause of death has been publicly released. Barker joined "Love Island USA" in 2020 as a story producer and rose to executive producer, a role he held for the last three seasons, …