A new 21-bed inpatient psychiatric facility for children has opened in the Bronx, funded by the state and operated by Montefiore Medical Center, as part of Governor Hochul's initiative to increase mental health services.

A college student and basketball player was killed in a triple shooting in Hempstead, with two others injured. The investigation continues with no motive released.

A fire in Queens resulted in the death of 95-year-old Joyce Buncom and critical injuries to her family. Causes remain under investigation, possibly a boiler explosion.

Tenants at La Mesa Verde in Jackson Heights sue A&E Real Estate over poor living conditions, including rodent infestation and broken elevators. A&E has addressed some violations but faces ongoing legal action and allegations of neglect.

A postal worker on Long Island is charged with aiding a detainee's escape during an ICE arrest by opening a police vehicle's door. She was reprimanded and faces federal obstruction charges.

Five individuals were sentenced for trafficking illegal firearms, including 55 ghost guns, in Queens, as announced by NY Attorney General Letitia James.

Two men were arrested for using a smoke shop as a front for drug trafficking in Inwood, leading to enforcement actions against local narcotics operations.

NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani needs to raise $4 million for transition expenses and has received $1 million from 12,700 donors, with an average donation of $77.

NY Attorney General Letitia James calls for TPS for Jamaicans after Hurricane Melissa, citing severe storm damage and urging humanitarian relief, in line with past U.S. responses to international disasters.

Suffolk County to appeal a $112 million award to immigrants unlawfully detained, violating Fourth Amendment rights, as the county disputes the jury's decision.

Gov. Kathy Hochul began construction of 'The Morgan', a $32.5M housing project in Queens to provide 50 affordable units, particularly for individuals with serious mental illness.

Jeremiah White indicted for a series of violent attacks on women in the Bronx, including Attempted Murder and Assault.

A Queens fire hospitalized six, including five firefighters; the blaze on 40th Street was under control by 9:30 p.m., with the cause under investigation.