FBI arrests Joseph Neumayer in Jamaica, Queens

Joseph Neumayer, a dual citizen of the U.S. and Germany, was arrested for attempting to firebomb the U.S. embassy in Tel Aviv in May 2025. After making threatening social media posts, he was caught with Molotov cocktails. Deported to the U.S., he faced charges and was detained following his arrest at JFK Airport.

New York City’s Tarek Bazrouk accused of committing hate crimes

Tarek Bazrouk, 20, was arrested multiple times for targeting Jewish individuals during Gaza-related protests in New York City from 2024 to 2025. He faces charges for three hate crime assaults, with a possible maximum penalty of 30 years in prison. These incidents occurred amid rising tensions following Hamas's attack on Israel in October 2023.

Donald John Trump Sr. (©Fulton County Jail)

13 things about 47th US president Donald Trump

Donald John Trump Sr., born in New York City, is an influential American politician and businessman. He served as the 45th and 47th president of the United States, having shifted political parties multiple times. A father of five, Trump's family background includes German and Scottish roots. He became notable for his business ventures and reality television show.

Vinegar Hill, Brooklyn’s Kalen Bell accused of forcibly touching 5 women

Vinegar Hill, Brooklyn man Kalen Bell, 26, was charged with five counts each of forcible touching and third-degree sexual abuse.

10 things about Brooklyn, New York wigmaker Miriam Yarimi

More than a year after suing the NYPD, Miriam Yarimi caused a collision that killed Natasha Saada, Diana Saada and Debra Saada and critically injured Philip Saada.

Manhattan, New York banker Mark Harris free on $150k bail

Manhattan banker Mark Harris, 38, was arraigned on rape and sexual abuse charges in Manhattan Criminal Court and released on $150,000 cash bail.

Nadia Marcinko biography: 13 things about Slovak pilot also known as Global Girl

Nadia Marcinko, a Slovak pilot and flight instructor, is linked to Jeffrey Epstein as a co-conspirator and former assistant. Fluent in English and Slovak, she previously worked as a fashion model. Despite accusations, she gained immunity from prosecution in 2008. Now 39, she continues her aviation career and education.

13 things about New York City actor Michelle Trachtenberg

Michelle Trachtenberg was an actor born in New York City to Jewish parents Michael Trachtenberg from Germany and Lana Trachtenberg from Russia.

What Bronx, New York’s Waldo Mejia did to Caleb Rijos

Caleb Rijos, a 14-year-old student from the Bronx, was fatally stabbed on January 10, 2025, allegedly by 29-year-old Waldo Mejia. Despite emergency care, Caleb died shortly after the attack. Mejia, with a history of violence and mental health issues, faces charges including second-degree murder and previous arrests for various crimes.

Brooklyn, New York’s Jason Sargeant accused of stabbing Imani-Ciara Pizarro in Manhattan

Jason Sargeant, 28, was arrested for allegedly stabbing Imani-Ciara Pizarro, 26, after attacking her at Grand Central subway station in Manhattan on December 25, 2024. He also slashed a 42-year-old man's wrist. Sargeant faces multiple charges and has a history of arrests for violent offenses.