Upper West Side
Coverage of Upper West Side in the Nexus archive.
- NYC jogger in coma after e-bike driver rams into her in Central Park — and he isn’t facing any consequences
A 43-year-old Upper West Side jogger named Jean was struck from behind by an e-bike rider traveling the wrong way in Central Park, leaving her in a medically induced coma. The e-bike rider has not faced any consequences for the incident.
- Disabled NYC residents claim Upper West Side bike lane plan will make them ‘virtual shut-ins,’ lawsuit says
Disabled New York City residents filed a lawsuit claiming the Upper West Side bike lane plan will severely limit their mobility, making them 'virtual shut-ins.' The plaintiffs, including a blind woman, use wheelchairs, scooters, canes, and walkers for transportation.
- Parts of Manhattan to sacrifice 10% of street parking as NYC installs new trash bins
The Upper West and East sides of Manhattan are losing thousands of parking spaces as NYC installs new trash bins. The city is containerizing residential trash, leading to a 10% reduction in street parking in these areas.
- Legionnaires’ disease outbreak: Case count reaches 56 as Upper West Side building now tests positive for the bacteria
The city reported 56 cases of Legionnaires’ disease in Manhattan’s Upper East Side, with 16 hospitalized and no deaths. A building on the Upper West Side tested positive for Legionella bacteria in its hot water system, prompting a disinfection plan, while the health department investigates potential sources like cooling towers.
- Baby girl found dead in ‘apartment’ at NYC hotel
A 16-month-old girl was found dead at The Belnord Hotel on the Upper West Side, according to the NYPD. The incident occurred this week.
- Toddler, 16 months, found dead at NYC hotel: police
A 16-month-old toddler was found dead at the Belnord Hotel on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. The child was pronounced dead on the scene by authorities.
- Old John’s Luncheonette celebrates 75th anniversary on Upper West Side
Old John’s Luncheonette on Upper West Side celebrates its 75th anniversary after overcoming challenges including relocation in 1998 and a 2020 pandemic closure. The restaurant was revived by current owner Louis Skibar, who expanded the space and updated the menu, preserving its community-focused legacy.
- Good Samaritan stabbed after defending pregnant rider on MTA bus
A Good Samaritan was stabbed after defending a pregnant rider on an MTA bus. The incident occurred in the Upper West Side, according to reporter Anthony Carlo.
- Two men arrested for stabbing senior man on Upper West Side bus
Two men were arrested for allegedly assaulting and stabbing a 74-year-old man on an Upper West Side bus. Jaiden Marrero and Donzell Mitchell, both from the Bronx, were charged with assault and criminal possession of a weapon after the incident on June 5. The victim intervened during an altercation between the suspects and a mother with a baby carriage, leading to the attack.
- 73-year-old man punched, stabbed onboard Upper West Side bus; 2 suspects sought
A 73-year-old man was punched and stabbed onboard a bus in the Upper West Side earlier this month. Police are seeking two suspects for the assault.
- 74-year-old man stabbed on Upper West Side bus for defending mother from loudmouthed brutes
A 74-year-old man was stabbed on an Upper West Side bus after intervening to protect a mother with a baby from harassment by two men. The attackers fled the scene, and the victim was hospitalized with stable injuries as police continue their investigation.
- Manhattan senior home employee accused of stealing $400K from residents: DA
A Bronx man is accused of stealing over $400,000 from senior residents at a Manhattan senior living residence, using the funds for luxury items and vacations. Devon Ragnauth, 38, faces felony charges including grand larceny, fraud, and identity theft.
- Man shot in convenience store on the Upper West Side: NYPD
A 19-year-old man was shot and pistol-whipped inside a convenience store at 2812 Broadway on the Upper West Side around 10:29 p.m. Sunday night. The NYPD is searching for two individuals in connection with the incident.
- Trump cuts federal housing program, leaving NYC residents in uncertainty
The Trump Administration cut a federal housing program designed to help people at risk of homelessness, impacting New York City and the Tri-state region. The program, administered by NYCHA, is now causing uncertainty for residents.
- Tradition reigns in one of the richest congressional district. Or does it?
A Democratic primary for an open Manhattan congressional seat features multiple candidates, including state assemblymember Micah Lasher, who leverages policy experience and endorsements from political figures like former Rep. Jerry Nadler and Michael Bloomberg. The race highlights the district's long-standing progressive values and its focus on issues like support for Israel and opposition to Donald Trump.
- ‘Jews are eating kids!’: NYC subway rider said to assault 23-year-old Jewish woman
A 23-year-old Jewish woman was assaulted on the NYC subway by a suspect from the Bronx who made anti-Semitic remarks, including 'Jews are eating kids!' before shoving and choking her. The suspect now faces hate crime charges.
- Op-Ed | I built a New York City beauty business from the ground up. Policymakers should be careful not to break it.
A New York City salon owner with five locations and over 90 employees expresses concern about the proposed Beauty Justice Act, warning it could disrupt product availability, increase costs, and harm small businesses. The author emphasizes existing safety standards in professional beauty products and fears unintended consequences like empty shelves and lost local business.
- Federal housing cuts could leave 7K formerly homeless New Yorkers at risk
Federal housing cuts may put 7,000 formerly homeless New Yorkers at risk. Eric Greene, 60, resides in a Goddard Riverside program in the Upper West Side. HUD is set to announce a new funding request by Monday.