NYPD seeks two suspects for a stabbing and robbery in the Bronx; a 31-year-old man was attacked and robbed. They offer a $3500 reward for information.

NY Governor Hochul announces $400 inflation refund checks for 8.2 million households, with disbursements starting in October as part of the FY 2026 State Budget.

A shooting in the Bronx injured an 11-year-old boy and a 20-year-old man; the suspects fled on CitiBikes, and one person is being questioned. Police are investigating amid a local spike in gun violence.

Nine individuals are charged in Queens for defrauding COVID-19 relief programs, allegedly stealing over $2.2 million through false economic hardship claims.

Steven Bartolomey of Central Islip was charged with animal cruelty and child endangerment after authorities found children and a dog living in poor conditions.

Astoria's La Guli Pastry Shop debuts the "Pope Leo Cookie" to celebrate the first American Pope, Pope Leo XIV, with locals eager to try the new $5 vanilla shortbread treat.

Operation Hellcat led to the indictment of 20 individuals in a major vehicle theft syndicate in New York, linked to over $4.6 million in stolen high-end vehicles.

NYPD seeks a suspect for an armed robbery in Queens, where $6,000 was stolen from a business. A reward is offered for information leading to an arrest.

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez declines to pursue the top Democrat position on the House Oversight Committee, acknowledging the still-prevailing influence of seniority within the party.

A New York town official, John Reilly, was arrested for shooting a lost DoorDash driver on his property. He faces assault and weapons charges and is held on $250,000 bail.

CoreLife Eatery settled for $7.8 million after falsely claiming they were eligible for pandemic relief despite having more than the permitted number of locations.

NY Attorney General Letitia James secures a court order against two vape shops for selling illegal flavored e-cigarettes, resulting in a sales ban and potential fines.

New York City announces the opening of seven new schools for the 2025-2026 academic year to enhance career technical education and support students with learning disabilities and address school overcrowding.