Man Indicted For Murder In Hammer Killing Of NYC Schools Employee In Mount Vernon (Update)
A man accused of killing his girlfriend, a New York City schools employee, in Westchester County has now been indicted on a murder charge, prosecutors said.
Mount Vernon resident Joveair Brice, 28, was arraigned on an indictment charging him with second-degree murder, the Westchester County District Attorney’s Office announced on Friday, May 1.
He appeared before Judge George Fufidio and remains held at the Westchester County Jail.
The charge stems from the death of 33-year-old Lisa Grier, also of Mount Vernon.
Prosecutors allege that between March 20 and March 21, 2026, …
Northeast Grad Schools Among Nation's Best Programs In New Rankings
Graduate programs across the Northeast are being recognized among the best in the nation, according to a new report.
U.S. News & World Report released its 2026 Best Graduate Schools rankings on Tuesday, April 7. The list evaluates programs in several fields, including business, law, medicine, engineering, education, and nursing.
The media outlet said it compared grad programs based on factors like research performance and career outcomes.
"We know a graduate degree is a major commitment," said LaMont Jones, managing editor of education at U.S. News. "That is why we are dedica…
MA Ranked No. 2 For Innovation In US, New Study Finds: Here's Why
The nation's capital and several Northeast states are driving research, innovation, and business growth, according to a new study.
WalletHub released its 2026 list of Most & Least Innovative States on Wednesday, March 18. The report evaluated all 50 states and Washington, DC, using 25 indicators tied to innovation.
The metrics include the share of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) workers, research and development spending, and tech industry presence.
Washington, DC, retained its place as the nation's innovation leader, according to WalletHub. The District sto…
