Bruno Castro, 79, was found dead in the snow near his Baldwin home, possibly due to extreme cold weather. His death is under investigation by Nassau County authorities.

NYPD releases video of officers shooting a man with schizophrenia, causing scrutiny and debate over mental health crisis responses.

Lori Zeno, ex-executive director of a Queens-based non-profit, admitted to diverting funds meant for legal services to personal expenses. She could face 20 years in prison and restitution.

Staten Island Chuck and Punxsutawney Phil predict six more weeks of winter, while New York's Dunkirk Dave forecasts an early spring. Chuck has an 80% accuracy rate, Phil has a lower rate, and Dave's predictions are 50% accurate.

Brooklyn man, Jonathan Velez, faces up to 25 years for assaulting his cousin, with the attack leaving the victim critically injured and unresponsive after being struck by a vehicle post-assault.

NYC Council members Mamdani and Menin decline salary increases amid a push by some members for higher pay. A commission to review salaries is expected, with calls for fair and transparent processes.

A Ridge, NY man pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the killing of his ex-girlfriend, admitting the crime stemmed from a financial dispute, according to prosecutors

A Holtsville man was indicted for allegedly setting fire to a pizzeria in Wading River, with the DA's office charging him with arson and related crimes.

Governor Kathy Hochul announced a $43 million investment to expand psychiatric services for New Yorkers in crisis, including increasing inpatient and emergency program capacities.

Eric Zafra Grosso is charged with a hate crime for assaulting a rabbi in Queens on Holocaust Remembrance Day. If convicted, he faces up to 4 years in prison.

Queens man Olmedo Osorio convicted of second-degree murder for fatally stabbing Freddy Jimenez at a Woodside bus stop.

The NY Attorney General's office is probing a lethal crash involving an off-duty NYPD sergeant that resulted in Manuel Boitel's death on the Taconic State Parkway.

Gov. Kathy Hochul declares a state of emergency for New York ahead of a severe snowstorm, coordinating preparations and resource deployment, including utility workers and salt supplies. Early voting is suspended due to the storm.