UEA Incoming Tips: Evening News Brief: Red Cross assists people displaced after Avenue P building collapse

Wednesday, May 8, 2019

Evening News Brief: Red Cross assists people displaced after Avenue P building collapse

Red Cross assists people displaced after Avenue P building collapse

Those living along Avenue P in Midwood are picking up the pieces after a crash caused a building on the block to collapse.

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NY radio station 95.5 PLJ to sign off air May 31 after sale

Cumulus Media Inc. sold six radio stations to Educational Media Foundation (EMF) in February.

Violent death of great-great-grandmother triggers call for more security

Family and friends gathered outside the Carter G. Woodson Houses in Brownsville Wednesday to call for stepped up security measures in the wake of the violent death of 83-year-old Jacolia James.

NYPD turns to social media to solve 'most wanted' cases

The NYPD offered a behind the scenes look at how and why they launched their new social media segment "Brooklyn North's Most Wanted."

Man accused of lighting massive car fires at Kings Plaza Mall pleads guilty

The accused arsonist in the massive parking garage fire at Kings Plaza last September pleaded guilty in federal court Wednesday.

Maker of Pam faces lawsuits over exploding cans

The maker of Pam is facing six lawsuits over exploding cans.

Lawmakers reach deal for school bus cameras to catch reckless drivers

Gov. Andrew Cuomo says top state lawmakers have reached an agreement allowing cameras on school buses.

Meghan, Harry show off their 'bundle of joy'

Meghan and Prince Harry have shown their new son to the public, with the proud new mother declaring that the baby is "a dream."

Food Bank for NYC celebrates donors, unveils portrait exhibit

It was a day of celebration for the Food Bank for New York City as it unveiled portraits of the men and women who fight hunger in the five boroughs.

Ride-hailing drivers expose financial unrest before Uber IPO

As Uber prepares for its stock market debut Friday, its long-term success or failure will largely depend on the nearly 4 million drivers who serve as the backbone of the company's network.