U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has given the MTA an ultimatum to submit a subway safety plan or risk losing funds, amidst debates over crime statistics and a contested congestion pricing toll program.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams celebrated the launch of the city's 16th school-based mental health clinic, aiming to improve access to mental health services for public school students.

Taiwanese-American Win Son Bakery expands to Manhattan's East Village, offering eclectic breakfast and more, with plans for daily operation from 8 a.m. to midnight.

New York Attorney General leads a coalition opposing federal passport changes that could harm transgender and non-binary individuals' rights to accurate ID documents.

Brooklyn man, Amadou Kane, is charged with the attempted rape and robbery of a female jogger at Shirley Chisholm State Park, according to the Brooklyn DA's office.

PepsiCo acquires prebiotic soda brand Poppi for nearly $2 billion, aiming to expand its healthy drink options and capture more of the functional soda market.

Forever 21, facing competition and declining mall traffic, files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and plans to close all NY and NJ stores, liquidate U.S. assets, but keep international locations open.

Brooklyn's historic Ferdinando's Focacceria has permanently closed due to unforeseen circumstances, with 75-year-old owner Buffa citing health challenges. Sal Lamboglia will reimagine the space, honoring its past.

Flu cases and hospitalizations are dropping in New York, signaling a possible end to a severe flu season. Health experts still advise getting vaccinated, as flu A strains dominate and the season hasn't officially ended.

New York City's weather forecast by the National Weather Service predicts a wet and windy week ahead for all five boroughs, with details on rain, fog, and varying wind gusts.

Mayor Adams and New York City leaders honored the 46,000+ lives lost to COVID-19 and highlighted the city's resilience and collective efforts, including healthcare responses and the transition to remote learning.

Trump administration's new funding conditions for NYC housing nonprofits create uncertainty over promoting "gender ideology," diversity, and sanctuary policies, potentially affecting critical housing and social services.

25 Water Street in Manhattan, formerly the NY Daily News office, is now a residential building with affordable units available through the city's housing lottery.