Ricky Shelby pleaded not guilty to murdering "Momma Zee" in Harlem and was held without bail; his lawyer provided a bizarre defense, while both families refrained from commenting.

Governor Kathy Hochul announces a $36.9 million renovation for a Brooklyn bridge to enhance structural integrity and add a protected bike lane, projected to be completed by Summer 2027.

The NY Senate is set to vote on the Medical Aid in Dying Act, which could legalize medically assisted suicide for terminally ill patients, following the Assembly's approval.

Avery Dunning convicted for an East Harlem shooting following neighbor's intervention in suspected domestic abuse.

Disbarred attorney Sanford Solny was convicted of stealing deeds to 11 properties in a decade-long fraudulent scheme in Brooklyn. He faces mandatory prison time, highlighting the DA's crackdown on deed fraud.

Teranga, a prominent fast-casual West African restaurant in Harlem, is set to close its original location on June 15, with the chef hinting at future expansions.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams and Chancellor Aviles-Ramos announced a $128 million investment to maintain school budgets for the 2025-2026 school year, regardless of enrollment changes.

SummerStage is back in NYC with over 70 free concerts in various genres across the city's parks, featuring artists like Marcus Miller, The Roots, and Big Freedia.

Sam Champion co-hosted the "Pride of Broadway" event with Cynthia Nixon, celebrating the LGBTQ+ community on Broadway and discussing issues like corporate sponsorship at Pride events.

New York City fully implements containerized trash collection in West Harlem, reducing rat sightings and improving cleanliness with the use of Empire Bins serviced by special trucks.

A series of dog attacks in NYC prompted calls for legal changes, as victims like Amy Butowicz and Lauren Claus faced limited recourse under laws treating pets as property.

Mayor Eric Adams has ordered a crackdown on pedicabs and other issues in Central Park to improve safety and visitor experience, with increased enforcement and new measures such as more security cameras and lighting.

Mayor Eric Adams announced the "Central Park Conservancy Partnership" to improve the park by coordinating agencies and raising awareness on issues like illegal peddling and noise.