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Detectives said Jacob Friedman of Monsey, New York, was a passenger on the plane that crashed on I-684 near the New York-Connecticut border when it was trying to land after the engine failed. Friedman died in the crash, while the pilot suffered injuries as well. NBC New York’s Romney Smith reports.

Crooks looking to take advantage of others’ giving spirit during the holidays set up phone donation boxes on Long Island. Here is what to look for in order to avoid getting scammed. NBC New York’s Pei-Sze Cheng reports.

Drone confusion has turned to hysteria after one of the devices fell out of the sky, and now Gov. Phil Murphy is demanding action, calling on the federal government to use its power and resources to figure out where the mysterious drones are coming from. The number of reports keeps growing, with at least one spotted every since Nov. 18...

It was quite a scare for passengers aboard an American Airlines flight during takeoff from LaGuardia Airport, after a bird strike took out one of the engines, causing the pilot to make an emergency landing at JFK Airport. The whole incident was caught on video. NBC New York’s Jessica Cunnington reports.

Just after their report for News 4 at 6 p.m. Friday, NBC New York reporter Adam Harding and photojournalist Ivan Reyes captured red and green blinking lights flying above them for an extended length of time in Morris County, New Jersey. The aircraft quickly moved left to right, and was one of several in the area at that time. Locals...

After more than 50 years with WNBC-TV, Chuck Scarborough stepped down from the anchor desk. NBC New York is proud to present a special program celebrating his legendary career in New York City. Chuck shares his most memorable stories and sits down with his longtime co-anchor and friend Sue Simmons. News 4’s David Ushery hosts. 

The tip provided by the San Francisco Police Department was general in nature and was based off a missing persons report that had been filed in November by Mangione’s family, the senior officials told NBC New York. NBC New York Jonathan Dienst reports.

Our friends from North Shore Animal League America show Sara Gore three pets that are up for adoption.

Jack Huston talks with Sara Gore about what it was like to direct “Day of the Fight.”

Winter Wonder takes visitors on an enchanting winter journey. Kay Angrum stops by the Rockefeller Center exhibit to experience the magic it offers.

Paris Baguette brought joy to NBC’s Christmas in Rockefeller Center with amazing Holiday Cakes! Are you ready to make your holiday celebrations extra sweet? From a slice of rich chocolate cake to a festive red velvet, they’ve got all the delicious treats you need. Don’t miss out!

Michelle Park visits World Spa in Brooklyn to try a treatment that uses tree leaves to better skin.

This holiday season, our friends at Raising Cane’s spread some holiday cheer in Times Square! Lauren Scala met up with Founder Todd Graves to bring joy to the Boys & Girls Club of Harlem. Nearly 80 kids received bikes, with 400 total on the way, plus a bike clinic to make sure everyone gets in on the fun.