NY Attorney General Letitia James files a brief opposing ICE arrests at courthouses, asserting they deter immigrants from engaging with the justice system and seeking services.

A $1 million Powerball ticket was sold at a Queens Stop & Shop, while the $750 million jackpot remains unclaimed. Other New York locations recorded smaller wins as the next draw approaches.

Governor Kathy Hochul maintains a deployment of 750 National Guard soldiers in the NYC subway to deter crime, despite criticism and debates on the federal versus state control of the National Guard.

Greene County man Stephen Lutes pleaded guilty to sexual exploitation of children and child pornography charges, admitting to abusing a young girl and producing abusive recordings.

The report by Attorney General Letitia James' office concluded that Sergeant Watson Morgan was solely responsible for the deaths of his family; no one else will be charged.

Convicted sex offender Anthony Pangallo pleaded guilty to charges of sexually exploiting children on Long Island, facing a minimum of 25 years in prison.

New York authorities arrested 11 people and seized over $5 million in illegal cannabis products from a Bronx shop, revealing health risks from unlicensed operations.

Two former aides of NYC Mayor Eric Adams face bribery allegations; Winnie Greco reportedly tried giving a reporter cash in a chip bag, claiming cultural norms, while Ingrid Lewis-Martin is indicted for accepting bribes.

Four individuals from New York and Vermont are charged with child exploitation offenses, facing allegations of sexual abuse and distribution of child pornography.

Jamaican national Leon Byrd sentenced for his involvement in a drug trafficking scheme distributing cocaine and meth; he faces deportation post-prison.

Governor Hochul bans swimming at some Long Island beaches due to Hurricane Erin, with state park restrictions in place. Safety amid dangerous conditions is prioritized.

Hurricane Erin threatens NYC coast with high waves and dangerous rip currents, posing risks for swimmers, while officials warn against ocean activities. Beach safety and rip current recognition are emphasized.

NY Attorney General Letitia James leads a lawsuit against the DOJ to maintain VOCA funding without tying it to federal immigration enforcement cooperation.