A judge ordered New York's 11th District to be redrawn to address the dilution of minority voting power, impacting the Republican-held seat and nearby Democratic districts.

A fire originating in a Queens tire shop injured nine and displaced residents, with FDNY battling rubber-fueled flames and a partial building collapse.

A four-alarm fire in Yonkers led to a building collapse, affecting four structures and multiple vehicles, but no injuries were reported. The Red Cross is aiding the displaced residents.

A 66-year-old man, Jean Victorin, died after being hit by an SUV on Staten Island. The driver was not arrested, and the NYPD continues to investigate.

The NY Attorney General settled with Betar US, requiring the group to end its violent and intimidating tactics against Arab, Muslim, and Jewish residents, under threat of a $50,000 penalty for non-compliance.

Hundreds of domesticated rats were found in a condemned Long Island home, leading to a rescue effort and the homeowner's arrest on animal cruelty charges.

A Glendale resident has admitted to attacking a child and an off-duty police sergeant. The incident resulted in serious injuries, and the defendant now faces a potential 17-year prison sentence.

A violent disruption by a 28-year-old man at St. Ann's R.C. Church in Staten Island led to his tasing and arrest, with injuries to officers and church altar damage.

The Egg Performing Arts Center in Albany, NY has undergone a $19.5 million renovation including improved lighting, accessibility, and aesthetics, as announced by Governor Hochul.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani is revising the contested Astoria bike lane plan after a court defeat and is also reviving the McGuinness Boulevard bike lane proposal, promoting road safety and challenging previous administration's decisions.

The MTA is conducting track switch replacements affecting the No. 4 and 5 train lines in the Bronx and Manhattan, causing service disruptions from Jan. 26 to Feb. 20.

Travel agent Tavia Thomas is charged with selling fake vacation packages, defrauding customers in excess of $53,000 for non-existent trips and events.

Bronx and Brooklyn drivers blocking bus lanes now face fines, with cameras enforcing $50-$250 penalties for repeated infractions to improve bus speeds and reduce collisions.