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20 NYC Hospitals Punished For Patient Injuries, Infections

Each hospital will lose 1 percent of its Medicare payments during the federal fiscal year.

New York Will Sue Over GOP Tax Law, Governor Says

"We believe it is illegal and we will challenge it in court as unconstitutional," Andrew Cuomo said.

Manhattan Apartment Prices Hit New Low Amid Tax Worries: Report

The borough ended 2017 with the lowest average sale price — $1.92 million — since 2015.

Man Pushed Onto Tracks At Jay Street-MetroTech Station, NYPD Says

The man was pushed onto the R train tracks after an argument turned physical on Wednesday, officials said.

NYC School Closings During Storm: Officials Undecided

The Department of Education is closely monitoring the bad weather.

Alternate-Side Parking Suspended Ahead Of 'Bomb Cyclone' Storm

Parking meter rules will still be in effect on Thursday and Friday.

Strand Bookstore Owner Dies At 89

Fred Bass, the owner of the Strand bookstore, died on Wednesday at 89.

Man Gets Prison For Forcing Girlfriend To Walk Naked In Harlem

Jasson Melo, 26, filmed the humiliating act after assaulting his girlfriend.

Rescued Owl Released In Central Park, Report Says

The long-eared owl was injured after flying into a Midtown Manhattan building.

Here Are Some Of The East Village Businesses That Closed In 2017

A number of beloved local bars, restaurants and shops closed in the East Village in 2017.

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Children's Museum Of Manhattan To Expand Into Historic UWS Church

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Hoda Kotb To Earn $18M Less Than Matt Lauer, Report Says

'Jeopardy!' Contestant Penalized For 'Gangsta' Pronunciation

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