News 12 The Bronx

2 weeks ago | bronx.news12.com | Daniella Rodriguez

There was a swift response from the FDNY and other emergency agencies after a chaotic scene Saturday night when a large sailboat collided with the Brooklyn Bridge. Radio calls from FDNY dispatchers captured the urgency and confusion in the early moments following the crash, as crews worked quickly to understand the scope of the emergency. Officials say the vessel, now confirmed to be a Mexican navy sailing ship, was attempting to pass under the Brooklyn Bridge when it struck part of the structure.

1 month ago | bronx.news12.com

"Kosha Dills" hopes his lighthearted pop-ups with unite New Yorkers and shed some positive light on the Jewish culture.

Mar 3, 2025 | bronx.news12.com | Daniella Rodriguez

The NYPD announced a significant drop in crime for the second month of 2025, including a record-breaking decrease in shooting incidents. NYPD Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch says crime across the city has fallen by 14.5%, compared to the same period in 2024, with notable reductions in transit crime, down 15.1% after increased police presence on train platforms and stations. Shootings citywide have decreased by over 20%, marking a historic low.

Feb 25, 2025 | bronx.news12.com | Daniella Rodriguez

Dozens of Brooklyn residents gathered outside the Brooklyn Museum to protest the plan to lay off 10% of its workforce on Tuesday night. The museum, facing a $10 million budget deficit, is expected to cut at least 40 jobs. Chanting “No layoffs, now!” union members and local supporters lined Eastern Parkway, calling for transparency from museum leadership. “We believe these layoffs are happening because of mismanagement, and we’re telling them to stop,” said Wilson Souffrant, president of Local 1052.

Jan 25, 2025 | bronx.news12.com

A building located at 620 East 178th St. and owned by Singer is on the watchlist. The building has more than 700 housing code violations.