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Loved ones of fatal NYC subway shooting victim speak out

MIDTOWN (PIX11) — Family and friends of a man murdered Saturday inside a busy midtown subway station are speaking out. They say 26-year-old Darrel Anthony Rodriguez was deeply embedded in the University Heights community where he grew up. His childhood friends are devastated. He’s a nice kid, bro. I don’t know why…

North Bergen residents say masked ICE agents are questioning students

NORTH BERGEN, NJ (PIX11) - Advocates for Immigrant Rights are demanding answers after a community member recorded what appears to be masked ICE agents questioning a student not far from North Bergen High School. It happened around 7 a.m. Monday morning on John F. Kennedy Boulevard near 85th Street in North Bergen. In…

5-year-old 'doctor' helps grandfather after becoming suddenly sick

BETHPAGE, N.Y. (PIX11) — A five-year-old boy became a “doctor” when his grandfather suddenly became sick on Friday. Anthony Magno suddenly got very sick and FaceTimed his daughter, Roseann Mifsud, for help. While talking, Roseann noticed Magno was slurring her speech and told him to pass the phone to Chase, who just…

Study: Screen time is hurting teens sleep schedules

NEW YORK (PIX11) — Child and adolescent psychiatrist at Northwell Health Dr. Daniel Bigman says, "It's very important to preserve sleep. Eight hours of sleep is the priority." Many of the 400 teens in the year-long study didn't make the 8-hour mark, not different from a previous sleep survey that found only 5% of teens

'Trauma takes time': campaign says reporting sex crimes can take years

MIDTOWN, Manhattan (PIX11) — It's an informational campaign that's meant for both survivors of sexual assault and the general public that's been released on the second anniversary of the alleged gang rape at Cornell University. Titled "Trauma Takes Time," the sex crime survivors' advocacy group Safe Horizon says that…

NJ teen saves teammate having seizure while driving

NEW MILFORD, N.J. (PIX11) — New Milford high school students James Byrnes and Max Kelly have been friends for most of their lives. They play together on the football and baseball teams. On the night of Sept. 2, Max was driving James to Chipotle after a football practice when he suffered a seizure. “He just

Aaron Boone will return to Yankees in 2027, reports say

NEW YORK (PIX11) — Aaron Boone's tenure as manager of the New York Yankees will carry on for at least one more year. The Bergen Record's Pete Caldera was the first to report that Boone will return to the dugout for the Bronx Bombers, citing sources. Several other baseball writers then followed and reiterated the

Aaron Boone will return to Yankees in 2027, reports say

NEW YORK (PIX11) — Aaron Boone's tenure as manager of the New York Yankees will carry on for at least one more year. The Bergen Record's Pete Caldera was the first to report that Boone will return to the dugout for the Bronx Bombers, citing sources. Several other baseball writers then followed and reiterated the

New flood barrier blends into Lower Manhattan's waterfront

THE BATTERY, Manhattan (PIX11) — There's more to a new structure in Lower Manhattan than meets the eye. A new stone wall surrounding Wagner Park and The Battery has been designed not only as a landscape feature but also as a critical line of defense against future flooding. On a sunny October day, visitors may

Paterson teams up with NYU to help solve issues

PATERSON, N.J. (PIX11) — Like any City, Paterson is not without its problems, from trash to traffic. But now, some of those problems could be solved with the help of some students at NYU. “I’m extremely proud. I mean, it is great to see that ‘a-ha’ moment when they get it," said Manny Patole, assistant

Jalen Brunson, Knicks players ready for banner night

TARRYTOWN, N.Y. (PIX11) — Banner night at Madison Square Garden was 24 hours away when New York Knicks stars, now champions, talked about the excitement they'd felt in anticipation of the start of the season. While players will be able to soak in the reality and recognition of being the first defending champion Knicks…

Beloved Jersey City hot dog joint moving for planned Whole Foods

JERSEY CITY, N.J. (PIX11) — A beloved staple of the Jersey City community is picking up and moving after a lengthy battle to try and coexist with an incoming Whole Foods and apartment complex. The Jersey City Planning Board is bringing new developments and projects to the community that may change the view from the

Breaking down the NYC fare evasion, school bus incidents

NEW YORK CITY (PIX11) -- A physical altercation between MTA Eagle Team members and a bus passenger has renewed discussion around fare-free buses in New York City. An unrelated incident in which six nonverbal students were left on a school bus for hours has sparked conversation about the city's bus contracts. PIX11…

Columbia students launch kiosk amid push to reopen campus gates

Editor's note: the video above is from a previous newscast. NEW YORK (PIX11) - Columbia University students launched the People’s Kiosk on Sunday, offering to help neighborhood residents gain access to the campus. The effort comes as pressure grows on the university to reopen its gates, which have been closed to the…

Pro-Palestine group claims responsibility for NYC bank vandalization

UPPER EAST SIDE, Manhattan (PIX11) — A Manhattan bank was vandalized with shattered glass and graffiti early Monday morning, according to officials, and a pro-Palestinian group claimed responsibility. A Capital One Bank branch located at 249 East 86th St. was found at around 7:40 a.m. with broken glass and the words…

NYC kicks off first-ever Math Week to show every student can do the math

NEW YORK (PIX11) - New York City is making math count. NYC public schools kicked off its first-ever Math Week on Monday, with events and activities across the city aimed at showing students that everyone can be a math person. Chancellor Kamar Samuels, First Deputy Chancellor Danielle Giunta, and other senior leaders…

Former Mount Sinai med student reopens sexual assault lawsuit against school

NEW YORK CITY (PIX11) -- A former student of the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City has reopened a lawsuit against the institution, accusing it of failing to expel the man who sexually assaulted her. The former medical student, named in the suit as Jane Roe, said she fell asleep

Who gets free childcare in NY? Hochul, Blakeman disagree

NEW YORK (PIX11) - In the race for New York governor, Kathy Hochul and Bruce Blakeman offer different visions for childcare across the state. Speaking alongside Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Monday, Democratic incumbent Gov. Hochul committed to supporting universal childcare in her second term. On whether that would require…

Immersive holiday lights spectacle returns to the Brooklyn Botanic Garden

BROOKLYN, N.Y. (PIX11) -- Searching for an exciting, immersive activity that the whole family can enjoy this holiday season? Look no further! The Brooklyn Botanic Garden has announced the return of Lightscape, a one-mile trail decorated with 16 distinct installations and over a million lights. This year features 16…

'Heartbroken and outraged': Mamdani speaks out after fatal subway station shooting

NEW YORK (PIX11) -- On Monday, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani addressed the fatal shooting of a 26-year-old man at a Midtown Manhattan subway station, a day after transit advocates criticized city and state leaders for not immediately responding to the shooting. Police identified the victim as Darrel Rodriguez…

EMS responses slowed in NYC as life-threatening calls surged: Officials

NEW YORK (PIX11) - While every second counts, NYC ambulance response times are getting longer. A report from New York City Comptroller Mark Levine’s office found that FDNY ambulance-handled emergency medical responses increased by 11% between fiscal years 2015 and 2026, rising from 1.03 million to 1.14 million…

10K more NYC families will get free 2-K next fall: Mayor Mamdani

BRONX, N.Y. (PIX11) – New York City will add 10,000 more 2-K seats across all five boroughs, notably including the Bronx and Staten Island, Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced Monday. The new 2-K seats will go in 17 new school districts, meaning 22 of the city’s 32 districts will offer free 2-K by next year. Mamdani

Woman robbed during violent attack in Central Park: NYPD

CENTRAL PARK, Manhattan (PIX11) -- The NYPD is searching for multiple suspects following a violent robbery in Central Park on Sunday evening. The incident happened around 9:45 p.m. on East Drive near 90th Street. Police say the victim, a 32-year-old woman, was attacked by three unidentified individuals. The suspects…

Chocolates sold in NY, NJ recalled over glass concerns: FDA

NEW YORK (PIX11) -- If you recently ordered chocolates, you may want to check the packaging. Gearharts Fine Chocolates, Inc., headquartered in Charlottesville, Virginia, has issued a recall after broken glass was reportedly found in a piece of chocolate. The recall includes 4,703 pieces of chocolate sold nationwide…

Bon Jovi brings its 'Forever Tour' back to MetLife Stadium in summer of '27

NEW YORK (PIX11) - “Livin’ on a Prayer” for more Bon Jovi? Bon Jovi is bringing its “Forever Tour” back to MetLife Stadium next summer. The band will perform at the East Rutherford venue on July 15, 2027, as part of its newly announced tour dates across North America, the U.K. and Australia. “The Forever

NYC ferry fares jump to $5 as new prices take effect for riders

Editor's note: the video is from a previous newscast. NEW YORK (PIX11) - NYC Ferry riders are paying more for their trips starting Monday. The cost of a one-way ride increased from $4.50 to $5. The fare hike comes after the New York City Economic Development Corporation approved the changes last month. The increases…

Old Pfizer building to undergo repairs after columns buckle

MIDTOWN, Manhattan (PIX11) -- Work to repair a high-rise building at the corner of East 42nd Street and Second Avenue is set to begin. During the summer, columns buckled at the former Pfizer headquarters, now being converted into apartments. In July, two columns on the 21st floor buckled, causing floors above to sag…

Do not eat! Over 1.5M pounds of meat recalled nationwide

NEW YORK (PIX11) -- Around 1,584,361 pounds of ready-to-eat meat is being recalled nationwide, the United States Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service announced. The affected products, distributed by Kayem Foods Inc., headquartered in Chelsea, Massachusetts, were sold in Walmart stores in the…

Fire breaks out at NYCHA building, three civilians injured: FDNY

EAST HARLEM, Manhattan (PIX11) -- Three individuals were injured after a fire broke out at a NYCHA development in Manhattan early Monday morning, according to the FDNY. The fire was reported at around 2:44 a.m. Fire officials say the fire broke out on the 8th floor of 400 East 105th Street. 120 Fire and EMS

Police search for suspect in deadly Midtown subway shooting

MIDTOWN, Manhattan (PIX11) -- Police are still looking for whoever shot and killed a 26-year-old man at a Midtown Manhattan subway station over the weekend. It happened at the 53rd Street- Seventh Avenue station. Police have identified the victim as 26-year-old Darrel Rodriguez from the Bronx. Police say the shooting…

Victim of Midtown subway station shooting identified

NEW YORK CITY (PIX11) — The victim of a fatal shooting inside a Midtown subway station Saturday afternoon has been identified by authorities. Police announced that 26-year-old Darrel Rodriguez, of the Bronx, was the man shot and killed inside the 53rd Street-Seventh Avenue subway station. The NYPD is still looking for…

Breast cancer survivors, supporters march as one through Central Park

CENTRAL PARK (PIX11) — Thousands of breast cancer survivors, family members and supporters gathered in Central Park Sunday, walking to honor loved ones lost and remind those facing the disease that they are not alone. For survivor Rosalina Campos, finding the words to describe what it meant to be there took a moment…

Midtown subway shooting leaves man dead as advocates demand more police

MIDTOWN, Manhattan (PIX11) — A man was shot and killed at a Midtown Manhattan subway station Saturday, prompting transit advocates and elected officials to call for improved subway safety. The shooting happened around 12:21 p.m. on the northbound E train platform at the 7th Avenue-53rd Street station, according to the…

NYPD officer struck by SUV while responding to loud music call in the Bronx

NEW YORK (PIX11) - An NYPD officer was struck by a vehicle Saturday evening while responding to a 911 call about loud music in the Bronx, police said. Officers responded to Garrison Avenue and Whittier Street around 7:20 p.m. when an individual tried to flee in a Honda Pilot and struck an officer in the

Cheddar cheese recalled in NY, NJ over possible E. coli contamination risk

NEW YORK (PIX11) - Family Farmstead Dairy is recalling certain lots of its raw mild cheddar cheese because they may be contaminated with E. coli, according to the Food and Drug Administration. The affected cheese was distributed to grocery stores in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Maryland, Virginia…

Two people shot in Bronx apartment after man allegedly fires multiple shots

THE BRONX, NY (PIX11) - Two people were shot Saturday night inside a Bronx apartment, according to police. Officers responded to a 911 call about a shooting inside an apartment on Third Avenue. Police said a 68-year-old man had fired several shots before barricading himself inside. When officers entered the apartment…

Huge Staten Island warehouse burns in massive four-alarm fire

STATEN ISLAND (PIX11) -- A spectacular four-alarm fire in Staten Island tonight lit up the night sky and was visible for miles. More than 200 firefighters battled to bring those flames under control. Emergency responders got the call of a fire on Hylan Boulevard and Loretto Street around 5:45 p.m. Saturday. When…

‘No Kings’ rallies in New Jersey turn focus to midterm voting

NEW Jersey (PIX11) -- Demonstrators at “No Kings” rallies across New Jersey on Saturday urged people to turn their opposition to President Trump into votes in the upcoming midterm elections. At the Lincoln statue on Springfield Avenue in Newark, volunteers carried clipboards, helped people with voter registration and…

1 dead, another in critical after NYC apartment building fire: FDNY

HELL'S KITCHEN, Manhattan (PIX11) -- One man has died, and another is in critical condition at a local hospital after an apartment building fire in Hell's Kitchen on Saturday, according to the FDNY. Fire officials say crews rescued the pair from the top floor of a building at 308 West 49th Street just before 11:15

Over $60K in backpay recovered for UWS construction workers: DA

NEW YORK, N.Y. (PIX11) -- Manhattan District Attorney Alvin L. Bragg, Jr. announced that nearly $70,000 in stolen wages has been returned to a group of construction workers after concluding an investigation into KEP Construction LLC and its owner, Kendis Paul. According to court documents and statements, it was…

NYC subway shooting leaves one dead: officials

MIDTOWN, Manhattan (PIX11) -- A man has died after a shooting at a New York City subway station on Saturday, according to authorities. Shots rang out after the victim and shooter got into an argument on the platform of the Seventh Avenue subway station at West 53rd Street around 12:23 p.m., police and fire officials

New Jersey drag show canceled after backlash: 'so easy to punch down'

FRANKLIN, N.J. (PIX11) — It was supposed to be a fundraiser for Sussex County Pride’s upcoming 10th annual celebration, but within hours of announcing the name of the restaurant hosting the event, there was a backlash and then a cancellation. “We received a call from the venue that not only had they’ve been getting…

Hazmat scare at NYC lawmaker's office after receiving a suspicious envelope

BELMONT, The Bronx (PIX11) — A suspicious envelope sent to Congressman Ritchie Torres' Bronx district office sparked a hazmat scare on Fordham Road Friday afternoon. According to police, the powder substance inside the envelope was not hazardous, but the discovery prompted a major emergency response from the NYPD’s…

Pope Leo leaves Rome’s Gemelli hospital 4 days after lung cancer surgery

VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Leo left Rome’s Gemelli hospital on Saturday, four days after undergoing surgery for lung cancer. Dozens of well-wishers greeted the pope as he walked out of the hospital and into a waiting vehicle to return to the Vatican. The 71-year-old pontiff had the lower lobe of his right lung removed

Teens reunite with LI police officers after playing soccer with them

YAPHANK, N.Y. (PIX11) — When a group of teens playing a pick-up game of soccer saw two uniformed Suffolk County police officers hopping the fence, they thought they were being kicked out. What followed was a moment that has been seen over 18 million times on social media. The group reunited on Friday with the

'No Kings' protests planned across NY, NJ urging voting participation

NEW YORK (PIX11) — Hundreds are expected to gather for rallies set to take place in the tri-state area and across the nation on Saturday as part of the “No Kings” protests against President Donald Trump’s policies. Organizers are calling Saturday a “nationwide day of action," focusing on raising awareness of early…

NJ Rep. Mejia on ICE detention center in Roxbury: 'They cannot self-police'

NEW JERSEY (PIX11) -- Congresswoman Analilia Mejia says the Department of Homeland Security admitted it used a warehouse in Roxbury to carry out immigration operations. It flies in the face of a court order, Mejia said. A court order was issued earlier this year, prohibiting ICE from using the facility at all until…

How New York City's horse carriage ban came together

NEW YORK CITY (PIX11) -- One of Central Park's most well-known pastimes could be a thing of the past. New York City Councilmember Christopher Marte joins PIX11 to discuss how the bill he authored to ban horse-drawn carriages in New York City came together. It's called Romanch's Law, memorializing the death of a…

Major weekend service changes coming to the J and M lines: what to know

NEW YORK (PIX11) — Riders taking the J or M trains between Brooklyn and Manhattan during the weekends may need some extra time to get where they need to go Weekend track work is expected to begin Saturday, and it will continue during the weekends through November, with the exception of Halloween weekend. There have

Man shares story behind 'Portraits of Jersey Shore'

LAVALLETTE, N.J. (PIX11) — Some walks on the beach relax you. Others can change you forever. “I would say it really did transform me," said Gregory Andrus, who in 2022 walked the length of the Jersey Shore, telling the stories and snapping the photos of the people he met along the way. He's the man

MTA fare evasion enforcement under scrutiny after bus incident

NEW YORK (PIX11) — Fare evasion continues to be a costly problem for the MTA, costing the agency hundreds of millions of dollars annually. But one enforcement action is receiving significant attention this week after video surfaced showing fare inspectors removing a passenger from a bus. Passenger advocacy group…

Severe thunderstorm watch canceled for NY, NJ: what to know

NEW YORK (PIX11) — The warm temperatures, humidity and an approaching strong cold front brought the threat of dangerous storms to the tri-state region. A severe thunderstorm watch that was issued for New York City and most of the surrounding area on Friday afternoon was canceled at around 7:30 p.m., according to the…

Nonverbal students left on NYC school bus for hours without school knowing

NEW YORK CITY (PIX11) -- Six nonverbal children with special needs were taken to school over four hours late, one of whom was found wet with her diaper off, after a New York City school bus driver failed to transport them, according to an investigation. Special Commissioner of Investigation for the New York City School

New York HEAP application window opens in November: Things to know

NEW YORK (PIX11) -- The window to apply for New York's Home Energy Assistance Program officially opens on Nov. 2. This year, the application window opens earlier than in previous years, and benefits for individuals in New York who use delivered heating fuel will see an increase. Many payments are automatically…

LI couple charged after malnourished dog found in home: SPCA

SUFFOLK COUNTY, N.Y. (PIX11) -- A husband and wife are facing animal cruelty charges after being accused of not providing adequate nutrition and veterinary care to their 5-year-old dog and confining him to a crate. The Coonhound-Boxer dog, named Kobe, is currently in the care of a local animal shelter after being…

Mamdani and over 100 leaders seek to end ICE use of NYC parking lots

Editor's note: The above video aired in a previous newscast. NEW YORK CITY (PIX11) -- Mayor Zohran Mamdani, along with 112 elected officials from across New York, is calling for businesses and owners of parking lots to tell ICE they're not welcome on their property. A letter signed by New York's leaders was sent to

Engineer suing SpaceX makes last-minute testimony in NYC

NEW YORK CITY (PIX11) -- A former SpaceX AI engineer Devin Kim will make a last-minute public testimony before the New York City Council, Speaker Julie Menin announced Friday. It comes just moments after a senior SpaceX official, Gabriella Castillo Madrid, answered council questions. Just one week ago, senior…

Savannah Bananas bring the ball back to NY, NJ for 2027 tour

NEW YORK CITY (PIX11) -- The Banana Ball is returning to the tri-state. The dancing and death-defying stunt sportsmen, the Savannah Bananas, have dropped their world tour schedule for 2027, which includes two stops in New York City. Those wanting to catch the viral exhibition baseball team will have to apply through a…

NYC to auction seized and abandoned vehicles

NEW YORK (PIX11) -- In the market for a car? The City of New York is hosting several auctions through October for cars that have been seized or abandoned. Auctions will be held across the five boroughs, and the purchaser must pick up the vehicles where they are located. What to do after purchasing a

Severe thunderstorms with damging winds possible for tri-state

NEW YORK (PIX11) -- A cold front will bring the threat of severe thunderstorms with damaging winds, according to the latest forecast data. The Storm Prediction Center has placed the tri-state area in a level two out of five for severe weather Friday afternoon and evening. Thunderstorms may contain wind gusts up to…

Yorkshire Terrier taken from family's front yard in Queens: NYPD

COLLEGE POINT, Queens (PIX11) -- Police are on the hunt for two suspects after a 10-year-old Yorkshire Terrier was taken from a yard in Queens. Police say the incident happened around 6 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 17. Police say a 2014 Subaru Forester, pictured below, stopped at a residential home near 130th Street and…

NYC mother arrested after her 5-year-old daughter dies: NYPD

QUEENS, N.Y. (PIX11) -- A 32-year-old mother in Queens has been arrested after her five-year-old daughter died late Wednesday night, according to the NYPD. Authorities arrested Francis Cabello and charged her with murder late Thursday night after sources said she called 911, saying she killed her child. When officers…

Pet food will be available at NYC pantries: Details

LOWER EAST SIDE, Manhattan (PIX11) -- Help is coming for New York City pet owners who are struggling with rising costs. Starting Monday, Oct. 19, dog and cat food will be available at twenty-two pantries in all five boroughs. Erin Dalton, the Commissioner of the Department of Social Services, says it's the first time…

SpaceXAI will testify in NYC today: What we know

NEW YORK CITY (PIX11) – After being subpoenaed by New York City Council, Elon Musk’s SpaceX will send a senior official to testify Friday morning. The hearing starts at 10 a.m. at City Hall. Gabriela Castillo Madrid, senior manager of global government affairs, will answer the council’s questions on behalf of…

George Washington Bridge walkway now open for pedestrians

NEW YORK (PIX11) — A walkway on the George Washington Bridge finally reopened, Port Authority officials said Thursday. With the South Walk now complete, pedestrians can cross the span and enjoy the views. The North Walk, which reopened in 2023, will now be dedicated to cyclists. While construction was ongoing on the…

More traffic changes with Midtown bus terminal construction

MIDTOWN, Manhattan (PIX11) — More changes are coming for commuters, drivers and residents around the Midtown Bus Terminal as the Port Authority moves forward with building a new facility while keeping the current terminal in operation. The next phase of construction will require new traffic patterns, and officials are…

Community rallies for NJ Statewide Black Agend

TRENTON, N.J. (PIX11) - Passion and emotion were on display at the New Jersey State House, where on Thursday, religious and social justice leaders, including Rev. Al Sharpton, raised their voices in support of the New Jersey Statewide Black Agenda. “We came to give a warning to New Jersey that we went to the ballot,

Free program helps veterans improve health through golf

MUTTONTOWN, Long Island (PIX11) -- It's been called the links, the sticks, and even a good walk spoiled, but dedication to helping veterans has some people who've served, as well as their families, calling golf a path to better health, in many ways. From post- traumatic stress to loss of limbs to a variety of

Teen pleads guilty in fatal stabbing of 15-year-old at West Babylon party: DA

WEST BABYLON, N.Y. (PIX11) - An 18-year-old teen pleaded guilty on Thursday for the alleged deadly stabbing of 15-year-old, Liam Delemo in 2025, according to the Suffolk County DA. Aiden Zachary was 17 at the time of the stabbing. According to court documents and Zachary's testimony in court, he arrived at a house…

NY airport named the best small airport in the country

RONKONKOMA, N.Y. (PIX11) — Move over JFK and LaGuardia, a tri-state area airport is making headlines in the country. Long Island MacArthur Airport was named the best small airport in America in the 2026 USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards on Wednesday. The airport steadily climbed in the national rankings…

Vehicle crashes into NYC pizzeria hurting multiple people: FDNY

HOWARD BEACH, Queens (PIX11) — A vehicle crashed into a pizzeria in Queens, hurting multiple people Thursday afternoon, according to the FDNY. The vehicle crashed into New Park Pizza, located on the corner of Cross Bay Boulevard and 157th Street, according to fire officials. Two people received minor injuries and were…

Manhattan board demands ICE release Oscar Belgal after Marble Hill shooting

MANHATTAN, NY (PIX11) - On Thursday, Manhattan Borough President Brad Hoylman-Sigal brought together the Manhattan Borough Board, which includes the chairs of all 12 Manhattan Community Boards, to speak out against the ICE shooting of Oscar Belgal in Marble Hill. The resolution calls for an end to ICE operations in…

NYC mother tells police she killed her child in 911 call: sources

SOUTH RICHMOND HILL, Queens (PIX11) -- Police responded to a home in Queens after a mother called 911 saying she had killed her child late Wednesday night, sources tell PIX11 News. The 5-year-old girl was found unconscious and unresponsive at a home on 110th Street just before 7 p.m., authorities originally reported…

Teen pleads guilty in fatal stabbing of 15-year-old at Long Island party: DA

WEST BABYLON, N.Y. (PIX11) - An 18-year-old pleaded guilty Thursday in the deadly stabbing of 15-year-old Liam Delemo at a house party in West Babylon in November 2025, according to the Suffolk County District Attorney's Office. The suspect, Aiden Zachary, was 17 at the time of the stabbing. According to court…

Video shows fare inspectors' altercation with bus rider; MTA responds

BROOKLYN, NY (PIX11) - MTA Chairman Janno Lieber said that he found video of a "physical altercation" between the MTA Eagle Team and a Brooklyn school dean to be "concerning," as calls grow for an investigation into the incident. Lieber addressed the incident during a press conference Thursday morning, saying the MTA…

NYC hiring event: Get a job offer on the spot

NEW YORK (PIX11) -- If you are looking for a job, the New York City Administration for Children's Services is hiring! The department is hosting a series of hiring events to fill positions that do not require a college degree. Conditional job offers may be given on the spot. The Administration of Children's Services is

Pumpkin Point returns to Governors Island with fall fun, treats and more

NEW YORK (PIX11) - Looking for more fall fun in New York? Pumpkin Point is coming back to Governors Island later this month, bringing pumpkins, seasonal activities and live entertainment. The annual festival will take place at Nolan Park on Oct. 24 and 25, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visitors can pick out a

Trump says Pentagon won’t livestream firing squad execution

NEW YORK (PIX11) -- President Donald Trump said Thursday that the Pentagon will no longer livestream the firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan, after the announcement faced bipartisan criticism and Vice President JD Vance said he wouldn’t watch it. Trump said on social media that publicly…

Man dies in Queens, mother under investigation: Sources

WOODSIDE, Queens (PIX11) -- A 25-year-old man has died after being found unconscious inside a residence on 59th Street in Woodside on Wednesday morning, according to the NYPD. Sources say the man, identified as Bryan Wong, was non-verbal, and that his mother is being investigated as a person of interest. Police say…

Manhattan restaurants closed for sanitary violations

MANHATTAN, N.Y. (PIX11) -- To ensure safe dining for New Yorkers, the New York City Health Department conducts unannounced inspections at restaurants citywide at least once a year. Grades are typically assigned after inspection, but restaurants with repeated violations may face closure. Since the beginning of…

Live map helps track foliage changes in Central Park

CENTRAL PARK, Manhattan (PIX11) -- Peak foliage is coming to New York City soon, and you don't want to miss it! To help New Yorkers and visitors enjoy the vibrant autumn foliage, the Central Park Conservancy has introduced a fall foliage tracker that monitors the color changes at eight different locations throughout…

Coldest air of the season so far poised to arrive in the tri-state

NEW YORK (PIX11) -- After summer made a brief return to our area, a big cool down is on the way this weekend, according to the latest forecast data. Cold Canadian air will move in behind a strong cold front on Friday and last through the weekend. Forecasters say afternoon temperatures Saturday will struggle to

Doctor accused of sexually abusing patients in Lower Manhattan: NYPD

MANHATTAN, N.Y. (PIX11) -- A neurologist who operates from a practice located near Stuyvesant Town-Peter Cooper Village was arrested on Tuesday for multiple sexual abuse incidents involving patients, according to the NYPD. Dr. Tariq Lamki, 51, was charged with two counts of sexual abuse in the first degree, two counts…

Woman, 21, slashed inside NYC subway station: NYPD

MANHATTAN, N.Y. (PIX11) -- A 21-year-old woman was slashed inside a subway station in Manhattan on the evening of Sept. 11, according to the NYPD. The incident happened around 8 p.m. at the 145th Street subway station for the No. 2 train. Police say the slashing happened on the mezzanine level of the station. An

Lawler and Conley clash in tight NY congressional race

NEW YORK CITY (PIX11) -- A tight political race is playing out in New York's northern suburbs, with the balance of power in Congress at stake. Republican Mike Lawler is fighting to hold on to his seat against challenger Cait Conley, and new exclusive poll results show just how tight the race is. Conley is

Police investigate death of 5-year-old girl in Queens

SOUTH RICHMOND HILL, Queens (PIX11) -- The NYPD is investigating the death of a five-year-old girl in Queens on Wednesday evening. Police received a report of an assault at a home on 110th Street just before 7 p.m. and located the child unconscious and not responding. EMS rushed the child to Jamaica Hospital in…

Bodega coalition pushes for legislation to sell more than just beer

BRONX, NY (PIX11) -- A coalition of bodega and grocery store owners gathered in the Bronx Wednesday to push for the right to sell liquor and wine. Currently, they are only allowed to sell beer in New York State. New York State Assemblywoman Amanda Septimo, a co-sponsor of bills S9220 / A10191, said "this is

Exclusive: Flock and other cams are the focus of training by NY police chiefs

MINEOLA, Long Island (PIX11) – Automated license plate reading cameras are being used more and more widely in communities across the tri-state region in an effort to fight and prevent crime. However, some residents and privacy rights advocates have expressed concerns that the technology can be abused by law…

NY-17 debate: Key moments between Mike Lawler, Cait Conley

NEW YORK (PIX11) -- Candidates in one of New York's most watched congressional districts have laid out their plans for the Hudson Valley swing district -- but not without a fight. In an hour-long debate on PIX11 News, NY-17 incumbent Republican Mike Lawler fought for his seat against Democratic challenger Cait Conley…

The Plaza Hotel will close in 2027 for major renovations: reports

NEW YORK (PIX11) -- One of New York City's most famous hotels will be closing its doors for a few years for a ‘significant’ facelift, multiple outlets are reporting. The Plaza Hotel will close its doors in January 2027, according to an announcement on Businesswire. "Understanding the unique place in New York City’s…