Jimmy Carter's impact on affordable housing in NYC's East Village is remembered after his passing at age 100. His work with Habitat for Humanity transformed a building, leaving a lasting legacy honored by residents and politicians alike.

New Jersey State Police seek public assistance to identify human remains found in Belleplain State Forest, described as a possibly Caucasian or Hispanic woman with distinctive koi fish and rose tattoos.

NYC's most popular baby names in 2023 remain "Emma" and "Liam," while names like "Michael" and "Muhammad" make the top 10, reflecting continuing trends and diversity in naming choices.

New York hospitals are preparing for financial strain in 2025 due to expected federal funding cuts, impacting Medicare, Medicaid, and other crucial programs.

New York faces a surge in respiratory illnesses including RSV, flu, and COVID, prompting mask mandates for healthcare workers and recommendations for public precautions.

Starting January 1, New York and New Jersey will raise their minimum wages to $16.50 and $15.49 respectively, as part of ongoing efforts to match the cost of living.

NYC's Department of Sanitation encourages residents to responsibly recycle their Christmas trees, advocating for curbside composting and participation in the city's Mulchfest event.

New York City saw over 3,100 new restaurants open from January to September 2024, with notable chefs introducing unique culinary concepts to the vibrant dining scene.

A firefighter and a resident were injured in a fire that broke out in a Greenpoint apartment building on Christmas Eve. The fire started before 4:30 a.m. and was contained within an hour.

A suspect is in custody after two random slashings at Grand Central-42nd Street Station on Christmas Eve, with both victims being in stable condition.

A NYC judge refused to halt the city's congestion pricing plan, allowing tolling in Manhattan to begin as scheduled, despite ongoing legal challenges.

Luigi Mangione faces terrorism and murder charges for the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO, Brian Thompson. He may receive the death penalty federally despite New York not having such a statute. His motives allegedly targeted the US healthcare system.

Snow showers are forecasted for NYC boroughs, with a 40-50% chance of winter weather and temperatures around 28-30 degrees at night. No hazardous weather is expected.