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Brooklyn Assemblyman Lopez To Resign In June

Two days after a special prosecutor cleared State Assemblyman Vito Lopez of criminal wrongdoing for sexual harassment, the Brooklyn lawmaker announced Friday he is resigning at the end of the legislative session on June 20 and will focus on his City Council run. | Read New Yorkers' thoughts.

Brooklyn Assemblyman Lopez To Resign In June

Updated 05/17/2013 11:22 PM

Local Support For Vito Lopez May Wane As He Steps Down From Assembly

Vito Lopez is apparently hoping his deep, loyal base of support in his Brooklyn district can help prolong his political career by propelling him to a seat in the City Council, but following his groping allegations that community support may be dwindling.

Local Support For Vito Lopez May Wane As He Steps Down From Assembly

Updated 05/17/2013 11:15 PM

FDNY Graduates First Round Of Probies In Five Years

The city fire department on Friday added to its ranks for the first time in five years, graduating 285 new probationary firefighters who were part of the most diverse class in FDNY history.

FDNY Graduates First Round Of Probies In Five Years

Updated 05/17/2013 11:19 PM

Taxi And Limousine Commission Drives Unlicensed "Dollar" Vans Off The Road

The Taxi and Limousine Commission is cracking down on gypsy cabs and illegal dollar vans, and its enforcement team takes hundreds of unlicensed vehicles off the streets every month.

Taxi And Limousine Commission Drives Unlicensed "Dollar" Vans Off The Road

Updated 05/17/2013 11:17 PM

Storm Damaged Nathan's Ready For Summer Crowds

After getting battered by Hurricane Sandy, Coney Island's top dog is biting back as crews are putting the finishing touches on repairs to the new Nathan's Famous that's set to open Memorial Day weekend.

Storm Damaged Nathan's Ready For Summer Crowds

Updated 05/17/2013 04:59 PM

Several State Parks In The City Get Funds For Improvements

Albany has set aside $90 million for improvement and design projects to parks and historic sites across New York State, including close to $7.5 million for state parks in the city.

Several State Parks In The City Get Funds For Improvements

05/17/2013 06:14 PM

Maine Man Charged In Death Of Brooklyn Teen

Police announced Thursday that a 20-year-old man was transported back to the city from Maine in connection with the death of a 14-year-old girl whose body was found burned and partially buried on Gerritsen Beach back in January.

Maine Man Charged In Death Of Brooklyn Teen

Updated 05/16/2013 10:50 PM

Five Boroughs' Day Care Centers Filled With Health Violations, According To State Senate Study

A new report by two state senators accuses city day care centers of being unsafe, unregulated and filled with numerous health code violations, even though the city Health Department has failed to revoke or suspend a license since 2008.

Five Boroughs' Day Care Centers Filled With Health Violations, According To State Senate Study

Updated 05/16/2013 10:49 PM

Tips To Navigate The Spring Rental Season

Real Estate

The super hot rental market has its own set of challenges this spring, meaning apartment hunters may have to sacrifice more than just a hefty deposit.

Tips To Navigate The Spring Rental Season

Audra McDonald Heads Home On New Solo Album

On Stage

Broadway mega star Audra McDonald recently went into the studio to record a new album, her first solo recording in seven years.

Audra McDonald Heads Home On New Solo Album

Parenting: Where To Go 5/17/13

Parenting

NY1 Parenting Correspondent Shelley Goldberg recommends some places to go with parenting news you can use.

Parenting: Where To Go 5/17/13

Midtown Gala Raises Funds For Spinal Cord Research

Whipple's World

The "Fighting For The Cure" benefit gala was held this week at B.B. Kings in Midtown.

Midtown Gala Raises Funds For Spinal Cord Research

NYer Of The Week: Richard Finkelstein Gets His Swimming Team To Succeed In School

Getting kids involved in sports is not only good for their health but, as this week's New Yorker knows, can also help improve their school work.

<i>NYer Of The Week:</i> Richard Finkelstein Gets His Swimming Team To Succeed In School

NY1 From The Floor PM: Wall Street Finishes Week With New Record Highs

NY1 wraps up the day on Wall Street from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange.

NY1 From The Floor PM: Wall Street Finishes Week With New Record Highs

NY1 Online: The Call 5/16/13

John Schiumo hosts the May 16, 2013 episode of The Call.

<i>NY1 Online:</i> The Call 5/16/13

05/17/2013 10:28 AM