Times Square unveiled seven-foot-tall "2025" numerals, which will be lit by energy-efficient LEDs and displayed for public viewing until December 23, symbolizing the city's future and New Year's celebrations.

Gov. Kathy Hochul has announced an additional 250 National Guard troops to increase subway security in NYC, making a total of 1,000, amid both praise and criticism.

David Cruz from Brooklyn receives a 25-year to life sentence for the 2015 fatal shooting of William Perez in East New York as announced by DA Eric Gonzalez.

U.S. Attorney Breon Peace will resign from his position in the Eastern District of New York on January 10, 2025; Carolyn Pokorny will serve as Acting U.S. Attorney.

Chen Jinping pleads guilty to operating an illegal Chinese government police station in Manhattan, aiming at surveilling the Chinese diaspora, not promoting public safety.

NYC's relative cost of living has dropped to its lowest since 2008, being only 12.5% above the national average, while inflation rates slightly decline.

Bar Pisellino in the West Village expands, adding a retail shop and more space while maintaining its Italian bar ambiance, part of owners Williams and Sodi's growing culinary ventures.

The MTA is considering fare hikes for NYC transit and implementing congestion pricing, while also planning to procure new subway cars. Residents are rallying against these changes.

New York Attorney General Letitia James secured a $4 million settlement from Drizly for former delivery workers denied their tips, benefiting over 8,300 workers.

NYPD seeks public help in nabbing suspects for a series of robberies, including assaulting a senior with a wrench and a firearm-threatened home invasion, offering up to $3,500 for tips.

A grand jury indicted Luigi Mangione on terrorism charges for the alleged targeted killing of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside a Midtown hotel.

A member of Brooklyn's Cypress Gangsta Crips was charged with the 2015 murder of the gang leader in a federal indictment related to ongoing gang violence.

Accused of UnitedHealthcare CEO's murder, Luigi Mangione may waive extradition in Pennsylvania court, faces charges including second-degree murder and possession of a "ghost gun".