The National Weather Service forecasts a rainy Columbus Day for Manhattan with strong winds and temperatures near 60 degrees, continuing into the night. Conditions may improve slightly on Tuesday with less wind.

New York Attorney General Letitia James faces federal mortgage fraud charges; she denounces the indictment as politically motivated by President Trump.

New developers Cirrus Real Estate and LCOR, forming Brooklyn Ascending Land Co., take over Brooklyn's Pacific Park project, pledging $12 million to affordable housing after previous developers defaulted on loans.

NY Attorney General Letitia James issued cease-and-desist letters to three companies for selling skin-lightening creams with dangerous mercury levels.

A Brooklyn man has been sentenced to 8 years for sex trafficking a minor, with both he and his wife exploiting a 15-year-old girl through prostitution.

New York City weather forecasts predict sunny days, potential weekend rain, and minor variations across boroughs, with freeze warnings outside the city.

Saul Zabar, co-owner and president of Zabar’s grocery store, passed away at 97 on the Upper West Side. He is remembered for his significant contributions to NYC's culinary culture.

A coalition led by NY Attorney General Letitia James and attorneys general from seven states urges colleges to ensure diversity in admissions following the Supreme Court's decisions against affirmative action.

NYPD investigates the homicide of 1-year-old Anthony Casey in Brooklyn, with the cause of death being blunt force trauma. No arrests have been made yet.

Mayor Eric Adams visits Albania to foster economic ties and promote NYC tourism, with his trip's expenses partially covered by city funds and Albanian hospitality. He has personal connections to Albania through his son, who gained fame there.

NYPD officers fatally shot a 28-year-old man after a domestic violence call in East Flatbush, Brooklyn, where the man was allegedly armed and uncompliant. The incident is under investigation.

A NYC Community Kitchen led by activist Mark Bittman and chef Mavis-Jay Sanders offers a pay-what-you-can, nine-course menu, foregoing profits for food quality and sustainability, aiming to inspire policy change for food accessibility.

NYPD responded to a bomb threat at Hudson Yards, suspending 7 train service. An individual was detained, the area was cleared, and normal service resumed later.