The FDA, which is in charge of such things, has been trying to create a standard definition for a voluntary "gluten-free" label for years now. But with no real movement on that front at least one member of the City Council is trying to take matters into his own hands...by asking the FDA to make "gluten-free" labeling on foods mandatory. more ›

State Senator Hiram Monserrate, who was convicted of misdemeanor assault, was sentenced to 250 hours of community service. 52 weeks of domestic abuse counseling and three years of probation. The assault conviction stems from an incident where he allegedly accidentally slashed his girlfriend in the face a year ago. more ›