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Politics & Govt in ...
A City Council bill would bar New York City from contracting with federal immigration‑enforcement agencies and could end active agreements with vendors such as Palantir. The proposal applies to both new and existing contracts.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
A federal judge ruled the Trump administration unlawfully tried to end Manhattan's congestion pricing, preserving the tolls and the revenue that funds MTA upgrades.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
A 37-year-old sleeping outside Penn Station was set on fire and taken to a burn unit. Police say three young men fled into the station and remain at large.
A March 3 status conference in Manhattan marks the next step in the U.S. prosecution of Türkiye’s Halkbank over alleged Iran sanctions evasion.
Community & Society in ...
An 11‑story Fort Greene center opened last fall to house families in private apartment-style units with on-site services; early moves into permanent housing are encouraging.
Real Estate & Development in ...
A Midtown Fifth Avenue landmark that once housed Tommy Hilfiger is headed to a foreclosure auction after years of mortgage trouble and stalled redevelopment plans.
Steven LaBianca was sentenced to 12 years after prosecutors say he coerced minors online. Cyprus police and U.S. agents credited cross‑border cooperation in the probe.
Food & Drinks in ...
Supermoon Bakehouse will open a flagship at Chelsea Market this spring, taking over Sarabeth's longtime stall and bringing colorful cruffins, croissants and gelato to the concourse.
Zohran Mamdani’s election has stirred pride and new political energy among Muslim New Yorkers. Organizers say years of community organizing and legal fights over surveillance shaped expectations at City Hall.
A 34-year-old man was shot multiple times in Cypress Hills and taken to Jamaica Hospital. NYPD says he is stable and detectives are investigating.
Health & Lifestyle in ...
NYC Health + Hospitals expanded its oncology and infusion center at South Brooklyn Health in Coney Island, adding bays, exam rooms and services hospital leaders say could double capacity.
A NYC pilot showed intelligent speed assistance kept fleet drivers within limits and cut hard braking. DCAS has applied for federal grants to outfit roughly 7,500 municipal vehicles.
Weather & Environment in ...
Light snow moves through mid‑morning March 1 in NYC; minor accumulations and single‑digit wind chills expected tonight.
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