Mayor Zohran Mamdani begins his term with two executive orders, revoking post-September 2024 orders for a fresh start and appointing five Deputy Mayors.

Cold weekend expected in NYC with low 30s temperatures and a slight chance of snow; warming trend to mid-40s by Wednesday. No hazardous weather warnings issued.

New fare gates at NYC's Broadway-Lafayette station caused delays and evasions, prompting security and effectiveness concerns. The MTA is evaluating the gates amid a broader modernization effort.

A 26-year-old man was arrested in Brooklyn for a subway slashing that injured another man. He faces multiple charges including assault and weapons possession.

Citi Bike prices will rise in 2026, with annual memberships increasing to $239 and overage fees going up to 41 cents per minute, although reduced fare memberships remain $5 monthly. Some users express concerns over costs and bike maintenance.

Times Square is preparing for its New Year's Eve celebration with a record-breaking 3,000 pounds of confetti and a larger ball drop to welcome 2026 and America's 250th anniversary.

Maimonides Health is planning a merger with NYC Health + Hospitals by April 2026, a move that could bring financial stability to the center and improve Medicaid reimbursements.

The article details diverse weather forecasts across New York City's boroughs, highlighting potential hazardous conditions, rain probabilities, temperature fluctuations, and weather advisories for the final days of 2025.

Governor Kathy Hochul has signed legislation requiring social media warning labels about potential mental health risks for youth, aiming to increase transparency and protect kids.

NYC's weather forecast includes a chance of snow followed by rising temperatures and rain, with fluctuating conditions expected through New Year's Day.

Times Square will feature a red, white, and blue Ball Drop on New Year's Eve 2025 and an additional Ball Drop on July 3, 2026, to celebrate America's 250th birthday.

A former USDA employee was sentenced to two years in prison for her role in a $66 million food stamp fraud scheme, where she provided EBT license numbers to criminals.

NYPD seeks a suspect who attacked a man with a baseball bat on the Upper West Side; the incident captured on video, victim hospitalized with facial injuries.