New York City|News|
Man Charged In Death Of NYC Woman Found In Plastic Bag: Police
Irish has been charged with concealment of a human corpse, criminal possession of a weapon and menacing.
David Luces, Patch Staff
David Luces, Patch Staff
- New York City, NY
I cover New York City for Patch as a local editor after a brief stint covering Brooklyn. Previously, I've worked as a breaking news reporter for the Staten Island Advance and before that I covered local news on Long Island.
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Brooklyn, NY|News|
Brooklyn Man Charged In Fatal Shooting Of Teen: NYPD
Scott is accused of fatally shooting Rayshawn Hines, of Stuyvesant Heights, in the head on Nov. 26, 2023, police said.
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New York City|News|
NYC Weather: Heat Wave Sizzles Area, Heat Advisory Extended
The National Weather Service has also issued an air quality alert for the New York City area.
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Brooklyn, NY|News|
1 Killed, 3 Injured After Boats Crash In NYC Waters: Police
The incident happened just before 12 p.m. in Gerristen Creek, on Saturday, police said.
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New York City|News|
Woman Shot To Death, Found In Plastic Bag On NYC Street: NYPD
On July 5, police found the victim unresponsive inside a plastic bag in front of 207 East 27 Street in Kips Bay, police said.
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Brooklyn, NY|News|
Man Stabbed To Death In Brooklyn: NYPD
A man in his 30s was found, unresponsive, with multiple stab wounds to the groin, police said.
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New York City|News|
NYC Weather: Second Heat Wave Expected To Hit Area, Temps In the 90s
A heat advisory will be in effect for New York City from noon on Monday until 8 p.m. Tuesday.
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Brooklyn, NY|News|
Brooklyn Man Drowns In Long Island Pool: Police
Kenneth Murphy, 29, was pronounced dead after being found unresponsive, police said.
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New York City|News|
Drunk Driver Kills 3, Injures 7 After Crashing Into NYC Park: NYPD
A pickup truck was speeding through the Water Street and Jackson Street intersection when it ran a stop sign and struck people Thursday.
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Brooklyn, NY|News|
Man Fatally Shot In Brooklyn: Police
The victim — Kaylon Baugh — was transported to NYC Health and Hospitals/Kings County, where he succumbed to his injuries, police said.
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New York City|News|
Boy, 8, Killed, 2 Injured In Fatal NYC Stabbing: NYPD
The 8-year-old boy was found dead inside the apartment, and a 29-year-old woman was stabbed in the back, police said.
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New York City|News|
Central Park Sex Attacker Indicted On Charges: DA
Jermaine Longmire, 43, has been charged with one count of attempted rape and one count of sexual abuse, prosecutors said.
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Brooklyn, NY|News|
Driver Sent To Prison For Fatal Brooklyn Crash, Ran Red-Light: DA
Elijah Lucaine drove his car through a red light at 70 m.p.h in a 25 m.p.h zone and T-boned a black Acura as David Ellis, 56, sat inside.
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Brooklyn, NY|News|
Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest, Fireworks At Coney Island July 4th
The hot dog eating contest will take place at Nathan's boardwalk restaurant from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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New York City|News|
NYC 4th Of July Fireworks: Here's What You Need To Know
The event is scheduled to begin at 9:25 p.m. and NBC and Peacock will televise the two-hour fireworks show starting at 8 p.m.
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New York City|News|
3 Dead In NYC Following Tuesday Mayhem: NYPD
The three incidents happened in Washington Heights and Harlem on July 2, police said.
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New York City|News|
Ex-NYC Mayor Rudy Giuliani Disbarred For 2020 Election Lies: Report
The disbarment will take effect immediately, and his name will be stricken from the roll of New York attorneys and counselors-at-law.
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Is Home Depot, Lowe's Open On July 4?
Retailers such as Macy's, JCPenney, Target, Walmart and others will be open on Independence Day.
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Across New York, NY|News|
4th Of July 2024 Grocery Store Hours: Stop & Shop, Walmart & Others
Costco warehouse stores in New York will be closed on the 4th of July, but many grocery stores will be open for at least limited hours.
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Brooklyn, NY|News|
Purslane Cafe To Open At Prospect Park Boathouse July 4
Purslane Café will be open daily from 8 am-3 pm with outdoor seating. It will also host live music and small pop-up events.
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