News without the noise · New York Edition
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 · 71 stories
Real estate experts provide guidance on how to identify and avoid rental scams in New York City, as well as steps to take if one becomes a victim. Key advice includes being cautious of deals that seem too good to be true and knowing the proper channels for reporting scams.
In response to the upcoming FIFA World Cup, law enforcement agencies in New York and New Jersey are intensifying efforts to combat human trafficking. This includes raising awareness and implementing various anti-trafficking initiatives across the region, particularly around the MetLife Stadium, which will host World Cup events.
The founder of luxury brand Salon 1884, Andrea Mary Marshall, has been indicted on charges including grand larceny for allegedly operating a sweatshop in New York City's Garment District. The allegations raise concerns about labor practices within the fashion industry, particularly regarding claims of 'responsibly made' products.
A New York City taxi driver, Noureddine Bitat, was assaulted and had his cab vandalized during celebrations outside Madison Square Garden following the Knicks' NBA Finals victory. Bitat, who suffered injuries and was hospitalized, expressed fear for his life during the attack, which involved fans attempting to tip over his vehicle. The incident has led to police involvement, with one suspect arrested, and support for Bitat is being raised through a GoFundMe campaign.
An 18-year-old tourist died after being thrown from a carriage in Central Park when the horse, named Sampson, got spooked and took off. The incident occurred near Tavern on the Green around 2:45 p.m., and the victim was transported to Weill Cornell Medical Center but later succumbed to his injuries. The carriage driver was not present in the carriage at the time, and the union representing the drivers has called for a full investigation and improvements to safety protocols regarding horse-drawn carriages in the park.
Rex Heuermann, convicted of murdering eight women, has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. During the sentencing, family members of the victims expressed their grief and anger, describing Heuermann as a coward who preyed on vulnerable women.
Abdiqadir, a seven-year-old boy, was injured in a US airstrike that resulted in the deaths of at least 12 civilians, including eight children. He has shrapnel lodged in his back and thigh, and doctors have indicated that without a $750 operation, he may lose his ability to walk.
Rex Heuermann, known as the Gilgo Beach serial killer, was sentenced to three life sentences for first-degree murder and an additional 25 years to life for four second-degree murder charges, all to be served consecutively. The sentencing followed emotional statements from victims' families, who expressed the lasting impact of the murders. Heuermann admitted to killing eight women between 1993 and 2010, with his arrest occurring in 2023 after DNA evidence linked him to the crimes.
Luigi Mangione's defense team plans to argue that he was experiencing extreme emotional disturbance at the time he allegedly shot UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The state murder trial is set to begin on September 8, and if the jury accepts the psychiatric defense, Mangione could be convicted of manslaughter instead of murder. He has pleaded not guilty to the charges related to the shooting that occurred in December 2024.
The Knicks will hold their first championship parade down the Canyon of Heroes, marking the city's first ticker-tape parade since the New York Liberty's WNBA championship in 2024. The parade is scheduled to begin at 12 p.m. at City Hall, following a designated route where spectators can gather to watch the festivities.
A ceremony honoring the NBA champion Knicks is set to take place at City Hall, with fewer than 4,000 seats available, making it a highly exclusive event. Insiders from the Mamdani administration are reportedly competing for access to the limited seating.