Gothamisthttps://gothamist.comThe latest stories from gothamist.comen-usSun, 18 Oct 2026 14:34:00 +0000Staten Island fire injures 2, but spares historic 'Godfather' churchhttps://gothamist.com/news/staten-island-fire-injures-two-but-spares-historic-nearby-church <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/FDNY_Twitter_SI_fire.jpg" alt="tk" /> <p>Dozens of firefighters responded to the blaze, which started in a vacant warehouse. It was contained within three hours. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/staten-island-fire-injures-two-but-spares-historic-nearby-church">more ›</a> ]</p> Giulia HeywardSun, 18 Oct 2026 14:34:00 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/staten-island-fire-injures-two-but-spares-historic-nearby-church#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/staten-island-fire-injures-two-but-spares-historic-nearby-churchNewsBail reform remains major issue in NY governor's race, 7 years after it became lawhttps://gothamist.com/news/bail-reform-remains-major-issue-in-ny-governors-race-7-years-after-it-became-law <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/98b00fa05a61fc9add0c3f9440fbe528352505d16e8a3fccc89d4000bc74ae2d.jpg" alt="A man in front of signs on help for inmates reentering society." /> <p>Miquel Powell runs the Reentry and Community Development Center in Rochester.</p> <p>Repeat offenders are a big talking point in the governor's race. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/bail-reform-remains-major-issue-in-ny-governors-race-7-years-after-it-became-law">more ›</a> ]</p> Gino FanelliSun, 18 Oct 2026 11:00:00 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/bail-reform-remains-major-issue-in-ny-governors-race-7-years-after-it-became-law#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/bail-reform-remains-major-issue-in-ny-governors-race-7-years-after-it-became-lawNewsNYPD searching for 'person of interest' in fatal Midtown subway platform shootinghttps://gothamist.com/news/man-shot-near-midtown-subway-station-saturday-afternoon-nypd-says <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/D_TRAIN_537th_NO_REUSE_.jpg" alt="A stock image of a D train pulling into the 53rd Street and 7th Avenue station" /> <p>Police are looking for someone in connection to a Saturday subway shooting in Midtown.</p> <p>The shooting took place around noon on Saturday at the 53rd Street-Seventh Avenue station. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/man-shot-near-midtown-subway-station-saturday-afternoon-nypd-says">more ›</a> ]</p> Ryan Kost, Elizabeth KimSat, 17 Oct 2026 20:10:00 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/man-shot-near-midtown-subway-station-saturday-afternoon-nypd-says#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/man-shot-near-midtown-subway-station-saturday-afternoon-nypd-saysNewsHave you seen this Yorkie? NYPD looking for adorable pup dognapped from her Queens homehttps://gothamist.com/news/have-you-seen-this-yorkie-nypd-searching-for-chanel-who-was-dognapped-from-her-queens-home <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/CHANEL.jpg" alt="A photo of Chanel, a Yorkshire Terrier abducted from Queens last month. She is sitting on grass and smiling, lookign like a teddy bear or Ewok." /> <p>Chanel wants to come home. Please help.</p> <p>Suspects were driving a Subaru Forester, police said. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/have-you-seen-this-yorkie-nypd-searching-for-chanel-who-was-dognapped-from-her-queens-home">more ›</a> ]</p> Ryan KostSat, 17 Oct 2026 15:36:00 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/have-you-seen-this-yorkie-nypd-searching-for-chanel-who-was-dognapped-from-her-queens-home#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/have-you-seen-this-yorkie-nypd-searching-for-chanel-who-was-dognapped-from-her-queens-homeNewsBeing reigning champions is weird for Knicks fans, but we could get used to this.https://gothamist.com/news/being-reigning-champions-is-weird-for-knicks-fans-we-could-get-used-to-this <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/GettyImages-2282238915.jpg" alt="A fan celebrates during the New York Knicks Championship ticker tape parade and victory rally June 7." /> <p>A fan celebrates during the New York Knicks Championship ticker tape parade and victory rally June 7.</p> <p>Seeing high hopes dashed had become so routine, it was part of our identity. This year feels different. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/being-reigning-champions-is-weird-for-knicks-fans-we-could-get-used-to-this">more ›</a> ]</p> Catalina GonellaSat, 17 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/being-reigning-champions-is-weird-for-knicks-fans-we-could-get-used-to-this#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/being-reigning-champions-is-weird-for-knicks-fans-we-could-get-used-to-thisNewsTompkins Square Park is getting a makeover. Some say it's too much.https://gothamist.com/news/tompkins-square-park-is-getting-a-makeover-some-say-its-too-much <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/IMG_7113.jpeg" alt="People working out on a jungle gym in Tompkins Square Park" /> <p>Devotees of Tompkins Square Park's bars want the city to preserve them.</p> <p>Some regulars at the East Village park want to preserve its not-so-fancy offerings. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/tompkins-square-park-is-getting-a-makeover-some-say-its-too-much">more ›</a> ]</p> Willow HigginsSat, 17 Oct 2026 11:00:57 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/tompkins-square-park-is-getting-a-makeover-some-say-its-too-much#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/tompkins-square-park-is-getting-a-makeover-some-say-its-too-muchNewsDeer are all over New Jersey roads looking for sex, state officials warnhttps://gothamist.com/news/deer-are-all-over-new-jersey-roads-looking-for-sex-state-officials-warn <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/GettyImages-1233622768.jpg" alt="A deer winks at the camera." /> <p>Mid-October through mid-December is deer mating season, which can be a danger to drivers as the sex-seeking creatures cross roadways throughout the Garden State. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/deer-are-all-over-new-jersey-roads-looking-for-sex-state-officials-warn">more ›</a> ]</p> Rosemary MisdaryFri, 16 Oct 2026 20:22:00 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/deer-are-all-over-new-jersey-roads-looking-for-sex-state-officials-warn#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/deer-are-all-over-new-jersey-roads-looking-for-sex-state-officials-warnNewsMan messaged 'I got straight poison' before giving NYC college students fentanyl, feds sayhttps://gothamist.com/news/man-messaged-i-got-straight-poison-before-giving-nyc-college-students-fentanyl-feds-say <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/GettyImages-1289255334.jpg" alt="File photo of the Fashion Institute of Technology campus in Midtown, Manhattan." /> <p>File photo of the Fashion Institute of Technology campus in Midtown, Manhattan.</p> <p>A transcript from an April court hearing sheds new light on what transpired at Fashion Institute of Technology. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/man-messaged-i-got-straight-poison-before-giving-nyc-college-students-fentanyl-feds-say">more ›</a> ]</p> Samantha MaxFri, 16 Oct 2026 20:07:52 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/man-messaged-i-got-straight-poison-before-giving-nyc-college-students-fentanyl-feds-say#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/man-messaged-i-got-straight-poison-before-giving-nyc-college-students-fentanyl-feds-sayNewsInside the plan to fix the nearly collapsed Pfizer Building, 1/64th of an inch at a timehttps://gothamist.com/news/inside-the-plan-to-fix-the-nearly-collapsed-pfizer-building-164th-of-an-inch-at-a-time <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/IMG_8179.jpeg" alt="Pfizer Building" /> <p>The former Pfizer Building in Midtown Manhattan.</p> <p>Construction crews will jack up sagging floors where two key structural columns bent in July. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/inside-the-plan-to-fix-the-nearly-collapsed-pfizer-building-164th-of-an-inch-at-a-time">more ›</a> ]</p> David BrandFri, 16 Oct 2026 17:54:17 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/inside-the-plan-to-fix-the-nearly-collapsed-pfizer-building-164th-of-an-inch-at-a-time#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/inside-the-plan-to-fix-the-nearly-collapsed-pfizer-building-164th-of-an-inch-at-a-timeNewsSchool bus carrying autistic students got lost in Brooklyn for 4 hours last yearhttps://gothamist.com/news/school-bus-carrying-autistic-students-got-lost-in-brooklyn-for-4-hours-last-year <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/GettyImages-2289911960_49D3gJG.jpg" alt="A yellow school bus in New York City." /> <p>A city investigation discovered that when the bus arrived at its destination in Crown Heights, one student was lying in a pool of urine. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/school-bus-carrying-autistic-students-got-lost-in-brooklyn-for-4-hours-last-year">more ›</a> ]</p> Jessica GouldFri, 16 Oct 2026 17:04:39 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/school-bus-carrying-autistic-students-got-lost-in-brooklyn-for-4-hours-last-year#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/school-bus-carrying-autistic-students-got-lost-in-brooklyn-for-4-hours-last-yearNewsWill Barnes and Noble in the East Village spell doom for smaller shops? It's complicated.https://gothamist.com/arts-entertainment/will-barnes-and-noble-in-the-east-village-spell-doom-for-smaller-shops-its-complicated <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/IMG_0160_RZR9QBG.jpg" alt="Books on a wooden shelf" /> <p>Afterword Bookshop</p> <p>Independent booksellers are grappling with whether the big-box chain is a threat or an ally in the fight against Amazon. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/arts-entertainment/will-barnes-and-noble-in-the-east-village-spell-doom-for-smaller-shops-its-complicated">more ›</a> ]</p> Sonia RaoFri, 16 Oct 2026 16:55:00 +0000https://gothamist.com/arts-entertainment/will-barnes-and-noble-in-the-east-village-spell-doom-for-smaller-shops-its-complicated#commentshttps://gothamist.com/arts-entertainment/will-barnes-and-noble-in-the-east-village-spell-doom-for-smaller-shops-its-complicatedArts-EntertainmentNYC’s bridges can last 'forever,' if we take care of themhttps://gothamist.com/news/nycs-bridges-can-last-forever-if-we-take-care-of-them <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/GettyImages-2288049651.jpg" alt="East River Bridges." /> <p>The East River bridges were falling apart until the city implemented a long-term repair plan in the 1990s. Now, officials are forming a new program to keep them standing through the 21st century. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/nycs-bridges-can-last-forever-if-we-take-care-of-them">more ›</a> ]</p> Clayton GuseFri, 16 Oct 2026 16:44:39 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/nycs-bridges-can-last-forever-if-we-take-care-of-them#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/nycs-bridges-can-last-forever-if-we-take-care-of-themNewsDeath of Queens girl may be due to asphyxia, DA sayshttps://gothamist.com/news/queens-mother-charged-with-murder-in-death-of-5-year-old-daughter-nypd-says <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/Screenshot_2026-10-16_102606.png" alt="Kuldeep Singh and his daughter Fabiana" /> <p>Francis Cabello, 32, was arrested and charged for murdering her 5-year-old daughter on Thursday. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/queens-mother-charged-with-murder-in-death-of-5-year-old-daughter-nypd-says">more ›</a> ]</p> Ryan Kost, Charles LaneFri, 16 Oct 2026 22:01:00 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/queens-mother-charged-with-murder-in-death-of-5-year-old-daughter-nypd-says#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/queens-mother-charged-with-murder-in-death-of-5-year-old-daughter-nypd-saysNewsNYC’s whiplash weather continues into weekend with heavy winds, chilly temps, NWS sayshttps://gothamist.com/news/nycs-whiplash-weather-continues-into-weekend-with-heavy-winds-chilly-temps-nws-says <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/tim-queng-y2zXlLpOU4U-unsplash.jpg" alt="A rainy aerial view of NYC" /> <p>Friday expect scattered showers and thunder, cooler temperatures Saturday, and a sunny Sunday. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/nycs-whiplash-weather-continues-into-weekend-with-heavy-winds-chilly-temps-nws-says">more ›</a> ]</p> Monica MeltonFri, 16 Oct 2026 14:22:00 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/nycs-whiplash-weather-continues-into-weekend-with-heavy-winds-chilly-temps-nws-says#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/nycs-whiplash-weather-continues-into-weekend-with-heavy-winds-chilly-temps-nws-saysNewsEarly Addition: Winning an affordable housing lottery is great unless it's nothttps://gothamist.com/news/early-addition-winning-an-affordable-housing-lottery-is-great-unless-its-not <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/upload/2011/10/5NAVIDintersections1011.jpg" alt="Financial District" /> <p><p>Financial District</p></p> <p>Because the apartment might be very small and not that affordable, here are your early links: Congestion pricing is paying for new subway elevators, G.W. Bridge has a new pedestrian walkway, not so many airplane barf bags and more. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/early-addition-winning-an-affordable-housing-lottery-is-great-unless-its-not">more ›</a> ]</p> James RamsayFri, 16 Oct 2026 13:41:03 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/early-addition-winning-an-affordable-housing-lottery-is-great-unless-its-not#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/early-addition-winning-an-affordable-housing-lottery-is-great-unless-its-notNewsMamdani and 100+ NY officials urge parking lot owners to ban ICEhttps://gothamist.com/news/mamdani-and-100-ny-officials-urge-parking-lot-owners-to-ban-ice <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/GettyImages-2298676178.jpg" alt="New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks to the press to give an update about the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) shooting in the Bronx borough of New York on October 8, 2026." /> <p>New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks to the press to give an update about the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) shooting in the Bronx borough of New York on October 8, 2026.</p> <p>The officials released a letter on Friday that asks the owners of parking lots and garages not to rent, lend or otherwise make their property available to ICE. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/mamdani-and-100-ny-officials-urge-parking-lot-owners-to-ban-ice">more ›</a> ]</p> Arya SundaramFri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:44 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/mamdani-and-100-ny-officials-urge-parking-lot-owners-to-ban-ice#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/mamdani-and-100-ny-officials-urge-parking-lot-owners-to-ban-iceNewsNYC ambulance response times have grown 41% as life-threatening calls risehttps://gothamist.com/news/nyc-ambulance-response-times-have-grown-41-as-life-threatening-calls-rise <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/GettyImages-2279834493.jpg" alt="Emergency vehicles are seen outside Penn Station after a stabbing incident in New York on June 7, 2026." /> <p>Emergency vehicles are seen outside Penn Station after a stabbing incident in New York on June 7, 2026.</p> <p>A city comptroller’s report points to ambulance maintenance problems and low pay for EMTs and paramedics as factors contributing to longer waits. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/nyc-ambulance-response-times-have-grown-41-as-life-threatening-calls-rise">more ›</a> ]</p> Ben FeuerherdFri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:00 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/nyc-ambulance-response-times-have-grown-41-as-life-threatening-calls-rise#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/nyc-ambulance-response-times-have-grown-41-as-life-threatening-calls-riseNewsFederal judge tosses Trump administration lawsuit challenging NYC sanctuary lawshttps://gothamist.com/news/federal-judge-tosses-trump-administration-lawsuit-challenging-nyc-sanctuary-laws <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/GettyImages-2288466029.jpg" alt="ICE agents stand guard at the New York ICE field office at the Jacob K. Javits Federal Building on July 31, 2026 in New York City." /> <p>ICE agents stand guard at the New York ICE field office at the Jacob K. Javits Federal Building on July 31, 2026 in New York City.</p> <p>A Brooklyn judge ruled the federal government lacked standing to challenge city policies limiting cooperation with immigration authorities. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/federal-judge-tosses-trump-administration-lawsuit-challenging-nyc-sanctuary-laws">more ›</a> ]</p> Phil CorsoFri, 16 Oct 2026 01:13:00 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/federal-judge-tosses-trump-administration-lawsuit-challenging-nyc-sanctuary-laws#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/federal-judge-tosses-trump-administration-lawsuit-challenging-nyc-sanctuary-lawsNews2 men charged in fatal fentanyl poisoning of NYC college student, alleged rapehttps://gothamist.com/news/2-men-charged-in-fatal-fentanyl-poisoning-of-nyc-college-student-alleged-rape <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/GettyImages-2252514053.jpg" alt="The Daniel Patrick Moynihan United States Courthouse in Lower Manhattan." /> <p>The Daniel Patrick Moynihan United States Courthouse in Lower Manhattan.</p> <p>Federal prosecutors say one man gave two women fentanyl disguised as cocaine in a Manhattan dorm, then raped one of them while she was unconscious. She later died. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/2-men-charged-in-fatal-fentanyl-poisoning-of-nyc-college-student-alleged-rape">more ›</a> ]</p> Giulia HeywardThu, 15 Oct 2026 21:49:00 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/2-men-charged-in-fatal-fentanyl-poisoning-of-nyc-college-student-alleged-rape#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/2-men-charged-in-fatal-fentanyl-poisoning-of-nyc-college-student-alleged-rapeNewsNYC spending on homelessness has soared. So has the number of people on the street.https://gothamist.com/news/nyc-spending-on-homelessness-has-soared-so-has-the-number-of-people-on-the-street <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/IMG_3880.jpg" alt="Department of Social Services Commissioner Erin Dalton with two outreach workers in Midtown during the annual point-in-time count of street homeless New Yorkers in March 2026." /> <p>Department of Social Services Commissioner Erin Dalton with two outreach workers in Midtown during the annual point-in-time count of street homeless New Yorkers in March 2026.</p> <p>Dozens of street outreach groups hired by different agencies are inefficient and duplicating work, advocates said. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/nyc-spending-on-homelessness-has-soared-so-has-the-number-of-people-on-the-street">more ›</a> ]</p> Karen YiThu, 15 Oct 2026 20:54:00 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/nyc-spending-on-homelessness-has-soared-so-has-the-number-of-people-on-the-street#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/nyc-spending-on-homelessness-has-soared-so-has-the-number-of-people-on-the-streetNewsMTA’s Lieber reiterates opposition to Mamdani's push for free buses after violent incidenthttps://gothamist.com/news/mtas-lieber-reiterates-opposition-to-fast-and-free-buses-after-violent-incident <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/GettyImages-1240170919.jpg" alt="MTA chair Janno Lieber is seen at an event, as Gov. Kathy Hochul looks on." /> <p>A Mamdani spokesperson said an incident where a man was tackled for suspected fare evasion “would not happen in the first place if bus fare was eliminated.” [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/mtas-lieber-reiterates-opposition-to-fast-and-free-buses-after-violent-incident">more ›</a> ]</p> Carol ChenFri, 16 Oct 2026 13:31:00 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/mtas-lieber-reiterates-opposition-to-fast-and-free-buses-after-violent-incident#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/mtas-lieber-reiterates-opposition-to-fast-and-free-buses-after-violent-incidentNewsAvila Chevalier insists her beef is with NYPD Commissioner Tisch, not Mamdanihttps://gothamist.com/news/avila-chevalier-insists-her-beef-is-with-nypd-commissioner-tisch-not-mamdani <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/WRTP_10.15_0.00_37_25_02.Still003.jpg" alt="Darializa Avila Chevalier." /> <p>Democratic nominee for Congress Darializa Avila Chevalier was a guest on WNYC's "Who's Running This Place?"</p> <p>The Democratic nominee for Congress maintained that she and Mamdani remain close allies. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/avila-chevalier-insists-her-beef-is-with-nypd-commissioner-tisch-not-mamdani">more ›</a> ]</p> Jimmy VielkindThu, 15 Oct 2026 20:21:00 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/avila-chevalier-insists-her-beef-is-with-nypd-commissioner-tisch-not-mamdani#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/avila-chevalier-insists-her-beef-is-with-nypd-commissioner-tisch-not-mamdaniNews$500M, 30-year lease for a new Newark school moves forwardhttps://gothamist.com/news/500m-30-year-lease-for-a-new-newark-school-moves-forward <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/GettyImages-525060819_bJKp0Q3.jpg" alt="Newark's Ironbound neighborhood, in the East Ward." /> <p>Newark's Ironbound neighborhood, in the East Ward.</p> <p>The school would serve the city's densely packed East Ward, with capacity for 667 students. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/500m-30-year-lease-for-a-new-newark-school-moves-forward">more ›</a> ]</p> Michael Sol WarrenThu, 15 Oct 2026 20:20:00 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/500m-30-year-lease-for-a-new-newark-school-moves-forward#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/500m-30-year-lease-for-a-new-newark-school-moves-forwardNewsPolice are looking for pickpockets who keep targeting this LES barhttps://gothamist.com/news/police-are-looking-for-pickpockets-who-keep-targeting-this-les-bar <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/Screenshot_2026-10-15_133135.png" alt="Two Doors Down a LES bar" /> <p>At least two people are connected to four separate incidents at the Two Doors Down bar on the Lower East Side. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/police-are-looking-for-pickpockets-who-keep-targeting-this-les-bar">more ›</a> ]</p> Brittany KriegsteinThu, 15 Oct 2026 18:57:37 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/police-are-looking-for-pickpockets-who-keep-targeting-this-les-bar#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/police-are-looking-for-pickpockets-who-keep-targeting-this-les-barNewsCiti Bike finishes expansion into 7 areas, including parts of North Bronx, Eastern Brooklynhttps://gothamist.com/news/citi-bike-finishes-expansion-into-7-areas-including-parts-of-north-bronx-eastern-brooklyn <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/GettyImages-2289912978.jpg" alt="A Citi Bike dock" /> <p>The bike-sharing service added 230 new docks over the last year. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/citi-bike-finishes-expansion-into-7-areas-including-parts-of-north-bronx-eastern-brooklyn">more ›</a> ]</p> Stephen NessenFri, 16 Oct 2026 14:24:00 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/citi-bike-finishes-expansion-into-7-areas-including-parts-of-north-bronx-eastern-brooklyn#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/citi-bike-finishes-expansion-into-7-areas-including-parts-of-north-bronx-eastern-brooklynNewsWhy Mamdani’s name was mostly missing from debate for New York governorhttps://gothamist.com/news/why-mamdanis-name-was-mostly-missing-from-debate-for-new-york-governor <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/55281015115_d26fd04f87_o.jpg" alt="Hochul and Mamdani in a school." /> <p>Mayor Mamdani came up rarely in the debate for governor, despite GOP efforts to make him a boogeyman.</p> <p>One GOP insider said it comes down to popularity. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/why-mamdanis-name-was-mostly-missing-from-debate-for-new-york-governor">more ›</a> ]</p> Jimmy VielkindThu, 15 Oct 2026 15:50:31 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/why-mamdanis-name-was-mostly-missing-from-debate-for-new-york-governor#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/why-mamdanis-name-was-mostly-missing-from-debate-for-new-york-governorNewsCan eligible NYC singles find love with 30 minutes and some really spicy food?https://gothamist.com/arts-entertainment/can-eligible-nyc-singles-find-love-with-30-minutes-and-some-really-spicy-food <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/date.JPG" alt="singles mingling at Spiciest Supper Club at Mala Project" /> <p>singles mingling at Spiciest Supper Club at Mala Project</p> <p>We went to the Spiciest Supper Club singles night to take the temperature of New York City's dating scene. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/arts-entertainment/can-eligible-nyc-singles-find-love-with-30-minutes-and-some-really-spicy-food">more ›</a> ]</p> Elizabeth Shwe, James RamsayThu, 15 Oct 2026 14:56:48 +0000https://gothamist.com/arts-entertainment/can-eligible-nyc-singles-find-love-with-30-minutes-and-some-really-spicy-food#commentshttps://gothamist.com/arts-entertainment/can-eligible-nyc-singles-find-love-with-30-minutes-and-some-really-spicy-foodArts-EntertainmentManhattan DA charges woman with stealing $25K in immigration fraud schemehttps://gothamist.com/news/manhattan-da-charges-woman-stole-25k-in-immigration-fraud-scheme <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/Manhattan_District_Attorney_Alvin_Bragg.jpg" alt="Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg" /> <p>Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg.</p> <p>The accused allegedly pretended to be a federal tax agent, an immigration agent and an immigration services provider. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/manhattan-da-charges-woman-stole-25k-in-immigration-fraud-scheme">more ›</a> ]</p> Arya SundaramThu, 15 Oct 2026 14:45:00 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/manhattan-da-charges-woman-stole-25k-in-immigration-fraud-scheme#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/manhattan-da-charges-woman-stole-25k-in-immigration-fraud-schemeNewsNYC lawmaker wants dedicated NYPD units to combat chaotic car meetupshttps://gothamist.com/news/nyc-lawmaker-wants-dedicated-nypd-units-to-combat-chaotic-car-meetups <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/car_meet.jpg" alt="A white car in an intersection." /> <p>Police said Winston Pat, 20, was identified as the driver of a white BMW seen doing donuts in the intersection.</p> <p>Police say dedicated weekend teams already operate in every borough. A Queens-based city councilmember wants to formalize the response. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/nyc-lawmaker-wants-dedicated-nypd-units-to-combat-chaotic-car-meetups">more ›</a> ]</p> Charles LaneThu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:54 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/nyc-lawmaker-wants-dedicated-nypd-units-to-combat-chaotic-car-meetups#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/nyc-lawmaker-wants-dedicated-nypd-units-to-combat-chaotic-car-meetupsNewsEarly Addition: NYC comptroller backs off investing city pension funds in Israel bondshttps://gothamist.com/news/early-addition-nyc-comptroller-backs-off-investing-city-pension-funds-in-israel-bonds <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/GettyImages-2165571310.jpg" alt="Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine attends as Mayor Eric Adams makes public safety and quality-of-life-related announcement at 14th Street Y." /> <p>Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine attends as Mayor Eric Adams makes public safety and quality-of-life-related announcement at 14th Street Y.</p> <p>Because Mark Levine pledged to make the investment during his campaign, here are your early links: A mini T-Rex skeleton on display at Sotheby's, New Yorkers love a fancy bird, excellent chalupas in Corona and more. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/early-addition-nyc-comptroller-backs-off-investing-city-pension-funds-in-israel-bonds">more ›</a> ]</p> James RamsayThu, 15 Oct 2026 12:34:38 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/early-addition-nyc-comptroller-backs-off-investing-city-pension-funds-in-israel-bonds#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/early-addition-nyc-comptroller-backs-off-investing-city-pension-funds-in-israel-bondsNewsQueens mother told police 'I killed my daughter' on 911 call, NYPD sayshttps://gothamist.com/news/nypd-investigating-after-5-year-old-queens-girl-found-dead <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/IMG_1435.jpg" alt="A home at 110th street and 95th Ave" /> <p>But the 5-year-old’s father was blindsided, saying he never worried about his daughter's safety with her mom. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/nypd-investigating-after-5-year-old-queens-girl-found-dead">more ›</a> ]</p> Brittany KriegsteinThu, 15 Oct 2026 16:57:00 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/nypd-investigating-after-5-year-old-queens-girl-found-dead#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/nypd-investigating-after-5-year-old-queens-girl-found-deadNewsHochul, Blakeman offer opposing visions for jobs to stem New York exodushttps://gothamist.com/news/hochul-blakeman-offer-opposing-visions-for-jobs-to-stem-new-york-exodus <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/GettyImages-1244273256.jpg" alt="Former US President Joe Biden, joined by Senator Chuck Schumer, New York Governor Kathy Hochul and others, looks at a 3D rendering of a future Micron factory presenting by CEO of Micron Technology Sanjay Mehrotra (L) during a tour of the Micron Pavilion." /> <p>A million New Yorkers have moved across state lines since 2020 due to the cost of living. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/hochul-blakeman-offer-opposing-visions-for-jobs-to-stem-new-york-exodus">more ›</a> ]</p> Jimmy VielkindThu, 15 Oct 2026 10:30:47 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/hochul-blakeman-offer-opposing-visions-for-jobs-to-stem-new-york-exodus#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/hochul-blakeman-offer-opposing-visions-for-jobs-to-stem-new-york-exodusNewsHannah-Jones, NYC schools chancellor set to speak at high-stakes integration town hallhttps://gothamist.com/news/hannah-jones-nyc-schools-chancellor-set-to-speak-at-high-stakes-integration-town-hall <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/Nikole_Hannah-Jones_and_Kamar_Samuels.png" alt="Nikole Hannah-Jones and the schools chancellor in separate pics." /> <p>Nikole Hannah-Jones and schools Chancellor Kamar Samuels crossed paths years ago in a meeting detailed in her explosive article.</p> <p>The prominent journalist crossed paths with Kamar Samuels years ago due to problems at her daughter's elementary school. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/hannah-jones-nyc-schools-chancellor-set-to-speak-at-high-stakes-integration-town-hall">more ›</a> ]</p> Jessica GouldThu, 15 Oct 2026 10:00:54 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/hannah-jones-nyc-schools-chancellor-set-to-speak-at-high-stakes-integration-town-hall#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/hannah-jones-nyc-schools-chancellor-set-to-speak-at-high-stakes-integration-town-hallNewsQueens man found dead after his mother's failed suicide attempt, police sayhttps://gothamist.com/news/queens-man-found-dead-police-say-and-injured-woman-is-his-mother-neighbors-say <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/20261014_174715.jpg" alt="The entrance to the Woodside home where police found 25-year-old Bryan Wong dead on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026." /> <p>The entrance to the Woodside home where police found 25-year-old Bryan Wong dead on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026.</p> <p>Police are investigating the homicide after the man’s 62-year-old mother was found injured beneath the Van Wyck Expressway. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/queens-man-found-dead-police-say-and-injured-woman-is-his-mother-neighbors-say">more ›</a> ]</p> Charles LaneThu, 15 Oct 2026 17:11:00 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/queens-man-found-dead-police-say-and-injured-woman-is-his-mother-neighbors-say#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/queens-man-found-dead-police-say-and-injured-woman-is-his-mother-neighbors-sayNewsMan shot by ICE in NYC's Marble Hill said federal officers never identified themselveshttps://gothamist.com/news/man-shot-by-ice-in-nycs-marble-hill-said-federal-officers-never-identified-themselves <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/IMG_1312.jpg" alt="A wounded Oscar Belgal is detained by Immigration and Customs officers on Oct. 8, 2026, in the Marble Hill section of Manhattan. Belgal, driving a silver SUV with his 5-year-old son also in the vehicle, was shot in the neck while being taken into ICE custody." /> <p>A wounded Oscar Belgal is detained by Immigration and Customs officers on Oct. 8, 2026, in the Marble Hill section of Manhattan. Belgal, driving a silver SUV with his 5-year-old son also in the vehicle, was shot in the neck while being taken into ICE custody.</p> <p>The wounded man said he didn't learn ICE agents were involved until he woke up in the hospital. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/man-shot-by-ice-in-nycs-marble-hill-said-federal-officers-never-identified-themselves">more ›</a> ]</p> Arya Sundaram, Samantha MaxWed, 14 Oct 2026 22:55:00 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/man-shot-by-ice-in-nycs-marble-hill-said-federal-officers-never-identified-themselves#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/man-shot-by-ice-in-nycs-marble-hill-said-federal-officers-never-identified-themselvesNewsBrooklyn school dean says MTA officers assaulted him over a $3 bus fare he says he paidhttps://gothamist.com/news/brooklyn-school-dean-says-mta-officers-assaulted-him-over-a-3-bus-fare-he-says-he-paid <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/IMG_4192.jpg" alt="Brooklyn dean says he was assualted by MTA off" /> <p>Reverend Kevin McCall (left), Kyle Taylor and Taylor's lawyer Benjamin Pinczewski (right) speak at a Wednesday press conference on the assault</p> <p>Kyle Taylor, a dean at Mott Bridges Academy, says he made a legal bus transfer. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/brooklyn-school-dean-says-mta-officers-assaulted-him-over-a-3-bus-fare-he-says-he-paid">more ›</a> ]</p> Carol ChenWed, 14 Oct 2026 20:51:00 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/brooklyn-school-dean-says-mta-officers-assaulted-him-over-a-3-bus-fare-he-says-he-paid#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/brooklyn-school-dean-says-mta-officers-assaulted-him-over-a-3-bus-fare-he-says-he-paidNewsNational Grid customers in NYC will see higher gas bills this winterhttps://gothamist.com/news/national-grid-customers-in-nyc-will-see-higher-gas-bills-this-winter <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/GettyImages-1170882977.jpg" alt="The National Grid office in Brooklyn is seen from the sidewalk." /> <p>Due to higher delivery fees, Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island customers will likely see their bills increase by an average of $87 this winter. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/national-grid-customers-in-nyc-will-see-higher-gas-bills-this-winter">more ›</a> ]</p> Rosemary MisdaryWed, 14 Oct 2026 20:25:00 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/national-grid-customers-in-nyc-will-see-higher-gas-bills-this-winter#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/national-grid-customers-in-nyc-will-see-higher-gas-bills-this-winterNewsBruce Blakeman joins Gov. Hochul in support for expanding NY rape lawhttps://gothamist.com/news/bruce-blakeman-joins-gov-hochul-in-support-for-expanding-ny-rape-law <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/GettyImages-2299849401.jpg" alt="Republican gubernatorial candidate and Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman is seen at an event where people held up his campaign signs." /> <p>The Republican gubernatorial candidate and Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul both favor a change in state law. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/bruce-blakeman-joins-gov-hochul-in-support-for-expanding-ny-rape-law">more ›</a> ]</p> Jon CampbellWed, 14 Oct 2026 20:09:00 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/bruce-blakeman-joins-gov-hochul-in-support-for-expanding-ny-rape-law#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/bruce-blakeman-joins-gov-hochul-in-support-for-expanding-ny-rape-lawNews2 men accused of stabbing off-duty NYPD detective in the Bronx plead not guiltyhttps://gothamist.com/news/2-men-accused-of-stabbing-off-duty-nypd-detective-in-the-bronx-plead-not-guilty <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/IMG_2158_jh3qmaf.jpg" alt="Sneider Mejia and D’Angelo Caraballo, being arraigned in Bronx Supreme Court, allegedly stabbed an off-duty police officer in the Bronx." /> <p>Sneider Mejia and D’Angelo Caraballo, being arraigned in Bronx Supreme Court on Oct. 14, 2026, allegedly stabbed an off-duty police officer in the Bronx.</p> <p>Sneider Mejia and D’Angelo Caraballo are both facing several charges, including attempted first-degree murder. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/news/2-men-accused-of-stabbing-off-duty-nypd-detective-in-the-bronx-plead-not-guilty">more ›</a> ]</p> Charles Lane, Brittany KriegsteinWed, 14 Oct 2026 18:40:03 +0000https://gothamist.com/news/2-men-accused-of-stabbing-off-duty-nypd-detective-in-the-bronx-plead-not-guilty#commentshttps://gothamist.com/news/2-men-accused-of-stabbing-off-duty-nypd-detective-in-the-bronx-plead-not-guiltyNewsHow the NYC Marathon has changed in the last 50 yearshttps://gothamist.com/arts-entertainment/how-the-nyc-marathon-has-changed-in-the-last-50-years <img src="https://images-prod.gothamist.com/original_images/GettyImages-2233746723.jpg" alt="Men racing in the NYC Marathon" /> <p>Runners make their way through the Williamsburg streets when they participate in the 1984 New York City Marathon on October 28, 1984 in Brooklyn, New York.</p> <p>Spoiler alert: It's still 26.2 miles. [ <a href="https://gothamist.com/arts-entertainment/how-the-nyc-marathon-has-changed-in-the-last-50-years">more ›</a> ]</p> Hannah FrishbergWed, 14 Oct 2026 18:36:00 +0000https://gothamist.com/arts-entertainment/how-the-nyc-marathon-has-changed-in-the-last-50-years#commentshttps://gothamist.com/arts-entertainment/how-the-nyc-marathon-has-changed-in-the-last-50-yearsArts-Entertainment