NYPD beefs up boots on the ground after spike in subway violence
The NYPD announced that 500 more police officers will be patrolling New York City's subway stations after four attacks in the past 24 hours resulted in two deaths.
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CDC guidelines deal blow to teachers unions, say vaccinations not required for in-person teaching
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Friday issued guidance saying that vaccines are not required for in-person learning.
Fort Worth deadly accident: Some victims identified after 130-car pileup due to icy conditions
Five of the six victims from the 133-vehicle pileup in Texas have been identified.
NY congressman calls for DOJ to investigate Cuomo’s nursing home order
Rep. Tom Reed is calling for a federal investigation into New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s handling of the coronavirus pandemic.
Funeral service for slain Yale student Kevin Jiang to be held Saturday
The service will take place at the same church where Jiang had devoted his faith and time as a volunteer.
New York seeks dismissal of NRA bankruptcy case
NY Attorney General Leticia James submitted a 41-page brief against the NRA's bankruptcy filing.
Massachusetts shifts COVID vaccine supply from hospitals to state-run sites
The state previously distributed almost half of its vaccine to hospital networks.
Violent BLM protest in NYC leaves two NYPD cops injured, 11 arrested
Two NYPD officers suffered minor injuries during the protest, which was attended by about 100 marchers
Dallas police officer struck and killed by suspected drunk driver
A Dallas police officer was struck by an allegedly drunk driver and killed early Saturday morning as he stood blocking the scene of a prior accident on the freeway, the Dallas Police Department said.
Chicago man accused of posing as police officer has done so before: reports
A Chicago man was arrested this week, allegedly impersonating a police officer -- something he has done several times before, according to reports.