A man died at Rikers after being found 'unwell' in his cell, marking the jail complex's latest fatality amid ongoing concerns over its conditions and oversight.

A man from Far Rockaway faces gang assault and riot charges for his role in a violent incident at an illegal car meetup in Queens that left a homeowner and his wife injured.

Former DEA official Paul Campo and Robert Sensi were arrested for alleged ties with the Mexican CJNG cartel, involving drug trafficking and attempts to launder $12 million.

Nearly $30M is allocated for Staten Island's parks and cultural sites upgrades in FY 2026 Budget, including improvements to Bloomingdale Park, Snug Harbor, Staten Island Zoo, and Noble Maritime Collection.

Governor Hochul announced the completion of $17.4 million in infrastructure improvements on the New York State Thruway, enhancing safety and travel for Central New York drivers.

Roosevelt Rose was sentenced to 28 ½ years to life for a Mother’s Day 2022 hit-and-run that killed Florence Ngwu in Queens, demonstrating the consequences of negligent driving.

The New York Gaming Facility Location Board is voting on issuing three casino licenses in NYC, affecting Bally's, Hard Rock, and Resorts World's plans in the Bronx and Queens.

18-year-old Emily Finn was fatally shot by her ex-boyfriend, Austin Lynch, who then shot himself but survived. The incident happened in Nesconset, New York.

A gas shutdown at Mitchel Houses in Mott Haven hindered residents from cooking traditional Thanksgiving meals, with many expressing frustration over NYCHA's handling of the situation.

Suffolk County police are increasing patrols against drunk driving during Thanksgiving, focusing on "Blackout Wednesday," after previous holiday accidents. The police are also alert to holiday scams.

A livery cab driver was stabbed in the Bronx; he's in critical but stable condition. The NYSFTD offers a $5,000 reward for information on the assailant.

A Coram man, Altariq Nixon, is charged with arson and possession of a controlled substance after allegedly setting a local residence on fire, with a potential 25-year sentence if convicted.

AG Letitia James leads a bipartisan group of 36 state attorneys general to retain state authority over AI regulation against proposed federal preemption.