As concrete company trial nears, NYC still awaits retests on strength of dozens of buildings. The charges shook the foundation of the city's construction industry: Prosecutors said concrete strength tests had been faked for ground zero's centerpiece tower, the new Yankee Stadium and dozens of other projects.

Prison official: Man released after 17 years in prison on now-overturned NYC murder conviction. A prison system official says a New York City man is free after spending nearly two decades behind bars for murder before a judge declared him innocent.

NYPD rookie wants to protect and serve right away, makes 1st arrest after graduation ceremony. A New York Police Department rookie just couldn't wait to get started.

NYPD rookie wants to protect and serve right away, makes 1st arrest after graduation ceremony. A New York Police Department rookie just couldn't wait to get started.

Memorial tributes pop up wherever there's a Michael Jackson fan _ funeral home, soup kitchen. Tilesha McClurkin wanted to join other Michael Jackson fans to celebrate his life, but she knew she wouldn't be able to go to whatever official memorial celebration might be held.

Caught red-haired: NY police say fire-alarm-red dye job led to arrest of burglary suspect. Hair the color of a clown's wig has helped police just north of New York City capture a burglary suspect. Police said a resident of Peekskill was startled awake Tuesday by a burglar who escaped with camera and computer equipment. The victim's description of the invader ? including hair dyed a very bright red ? was sent to neighboring police departments.

Today in History. Today is Friday, June 19, the 170th day of 2009. There are 195 days left in the year.