The officer who was killed was Didarul Islam, 36, an immigrant from Bangladesh who had served as a police officer in New York ...

A man carrying a rifle killed four people at a New York City office tower Monday, including an off-duty NYPD officer, and wounded a fifth before taking his own life, officials said.

Temperatures will feel like they are hotter than 100 degrees today and tomorrow. Be aware of reduced air quality that will make it difficult for those with respiratory issues and the very young.

The NYPD is urging people to avoid the “vicinity of East 52nd Street between Park Avenue and Lexington Avenue” and to expect ...

The NYPD is urging people to avoid the “vicinity of East 52nd Street between Park Avenue and Lexington Avenue” and to expect ...

Connecticut's new "Pizza State" license plates finally hit the roads this week. If you get one, you can also help feed hungry families across the state.

The 38th annual Swim Across the Sound is a 15.5-mile swim marathon from Port Jefferson, New York, to Bridgeport aimed at raising funds for cancer patients and their families.

The hot and humid weather will make temperatures feel like they are hotter than 100 degrees for Tuesday and Wednesday. This will be the worst of the heat before it breaks later Wednesday with some ...

A fuel spill at Ansonia High School over the weekend released 450 gallons of diesel. The fire department says a valve malfunctioned and got stuck in the "on" position, causing the leak. Crews worked ...

The estimated 24% drop in benefits is due to a projected depletion of Social Security's "old-age and survivors insurance trust fund." ...

The 11th annual "Back to School Shop" allowed children from lower-income families to pick out clothes, shoes, backpacks and school supplies.

Renee Dobos, CEO of the nonprofit, says its mission is to build and sustain affordable homes for "seniors living on a fixed ...