Beat the Labor Day rush! New Acela trains won't speed up travel, NY may legalize mace, and a beloved NYC figure passes. Plus, a Chinatown favorite closes, restaurants offer board games, dogs hit the U.S. Open, and a Devil Wears Prada sequel tease!

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NYC mayoral candidates react to the tragic shooting of a 69-year-old woman in East Harlem, caught in the crossfire of a mugging gone wrong. Curtis Sliwa and Andrew Cuomo call for increased police presence and debate defunding, as the community mourns the innocent victim and demands solutions for safer streets.

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East Harlem reels after a 69-year-old woman was fatally shot in broad daylight while returning home with Chinese food. The search is on for three masked suspects as residents express outrage and fear, demanding solutions to escalating gun violence despite city-wide reports of declining shootings.

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Brooklyn police hunt for a man who randomly shoved a 3-year-old girl to the ground in broad daylight outside a Foodtown on McDonald Avenue. The girl suffered minor injuries, but the unprovoked attack has shaken the community. Police are seeking the public's help in identifying the suspect, last seen wearing a green jacket, black pants, and gray sneakers, heading north on McDonald Avenue. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.

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U.S. Open SHOCKER: Tennis star Jelena Ostapenko accuses Taylor Townsend of having no class and no education after losing their match, sparking a heated on-court confrontation and a social media firestorm. Was it just trash talk, or did Ostapenko's words carry racial undertones? The incident ignites a debate about respect, sportsmanship, and the stereotypes faced by players of color.

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Penn Station's massive renovation is finally gaining speed! Federal officials announced a timeline, aiming to start construction by late 2027, after taking control from the MTA. A $43 million grant kicks things off, with Amtrak's Andy Byford leading the charge to create a modern hub. Will this multi-billion-dollar overhaul finally deliver for today's riders? The search for a developer begins in October, with high hopes for visible change.

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In broad daylight, a 69-year-old woman was fatally shot in East Harlem, sparking outrage and calls for stricter gun control. Robin Wright, an innocent bystander, was caught in the crossfire, leaving the community heartbroken and demanding action from lawmakers to prevent future tragedies.

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Back-to-school costs are soaring in New York, thanks to tariffs and shrinking support programs, forcing families to choose between school supplies and basic needs. Find out how nonprofits are scrambling to help and how parents are coping with the crunch as the new school year looms.

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NYC Schools Chancellor assures immigrant families: Schools are safe zones! Amidst rising detention fears, officials reaffirm that all students are welcome, regardless of immigration status. Learn about warrant checks, community support, and the fight to prevent enrollment drops that threaten school resources. Get the facts and fight fear with knowledge!

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Amtrak's next-gen Acela high-speed trains finally debut after a four-year delay, promising smoother, more comfortable rides between Washington, D.C., New York, and Boston! Discover the upgraded amenities, including enhanced Wi-Fi, comfy headrests, and a revamped café car. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy touts the potential for increased ridership and better pricing, but will the new trains actually reduce travel times? Learn about the bumpy road to launch, the $2 billion upgrade, and why rail advocates say this is just the first step towards modernizing American rail.

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