Nyc news
Here are some of the latest news stories from New York City:
Breaking News
- A 4-alarm fire broke out in a high-rise building in Midtown Manhattan on Tuesday evening, forcing the evacuation of hundreds of residents. No injuries have been reported. (Source: NBC New York)
- A man was shot and killed in a brazen daytime attack in Brooklyn's Crown Heights neighborhood on Tuesday afternoon. Police are searching for the suspect. (Source: NY Daily News)
Crime
- A 14-year-old boy was arrested and charged with murder in the stabbing death of a 17-year-old boy in a Bronx park on Sunday. (Source: NY Post)
- A group of robbers targeted a jewelry store in Midtown Manhattan on Monday, making off with thousands of dollars in stolen goods. (Source: ABC7)
Politics
- Mayor Bill de Blasio announced a new plan to address the city's affordable housing crisis, which includes a proposal to build 10,000 new units of affordable housing over the next decade. (Source: Gothamist)
- The City Council is set to vote on a bill that would require all city-owned buildings to be powered by 100% renewable energy by 2050. (Source: NY Times)
Weather
- A winter storm brought heavy snow and freezing temperatures to the city on Tuesday, causing widespread disruptions to traffic and public transportation. (Source: AccuWeather)
- The city is bracing for another round of winter weather this weekend, with forecasters predicting a chance of snow and freezing rain. (Source: NY1)
Entertainment
- The Metropolitan Opera announced a new season of productions, including a revival of Puccini's "La Bohème" and a world premiere of a new opera by composer John Adams. (Source: Opera News)
- The Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) announced a new season of performances, including a series of concerts by the Brooklyn Philharmonic and a production of the musical "Hamilton." (Source: BAM)
Sports
- The New York Yankees announced a new deal with star shortstop Gleyber Torres, who will remain with the team through the 2025 season. (Source: ESPN)
- The New York Knicks lost to the Boston Celtics on Tuesday night, falling to 10-20 on the season. (Source: NY Post)