New "Empire Bins" are being installed in Manhattan to improve waste management, featuring a locked system accessible by electronic keycards for use by sanitation workers and building staff. They aim to reduce sidewalk trash and increase efficiency.

NY AG Letitia James has taken action against Capital Region landlords for discriminating against renters with housing vouchers and imposing illegal late fees.

NYC Council sues Mayor Adams, alleging he made a "corrupt bargain" with the Trump administration to allow ICE back on Rikers Island, compromising sanctuary laws.

Wegmans is opening a high-end sushi restaurant, Next Door, in Manhattan on April 30th, offering a menu crafted by skilled chefs with ingredients from Tokyo's Toyosu market.

The National Weather Service forecasts breezy, cloudy weather with a chance of showers and high winds for New York City's boroughs. No hazardous weather is expected in the coming days.

"Fat Cat Killers" is an off-Broadway show that satirically addresses corporate layoffs and vengeance, coinciding with a real-world violent incident. Another play, "All the Beauty in the World," reflects on art's impact during personal turmoil.

After a fatal helicopter crash, local leaders debate the safety of helicopter tourism, with Jersey City's mayor calling for a ban and NYC's mayor opposing it, highlighting economic interests.

Michael E. Conner from Lake George, NY, was found guilty of wire fraud and not filing tax returns, after securing $6M from investors under false pretenses.

Two NYPD officers face charges for sexual abuse and burglary, with allegations of groping and robbing a sex worker, and another officer accused of sexually abusing a woman at police headquarters.

New York's Dominican community mourns the Santo Domingo nightclub roof collapse victims, with NYC Mayor Eric Adams planning a visit to the Dominican Republic.

ICE detained Mahmoud Khalil without charge, sparking debate over free speech and immigration law related to anti-Semitism. His legal team contests the use of an obscure law to justify his deportation.

Julian Pomales convicted for leading "Grinchsters" identity theft ring targeting clubgoers in Manhattan, with $420,000 stolen. Sentencing scheduled for June 11.

Citizens Union proposes a new process in the NYC Charter to remove a mayor for misconduct, requiring City Council votes and voter approval, following critiques of current accountability mechanisms.