ShotSpotter drew police to Lafayette Avenue after shots were fired near the Adlai E. Stevenson campus; officers found bullets and investigators canvassed the area.

U.S. prosecutors in Manhattan and Brooklyn have opened separate inquiries into President Gustavo Petro, exploring alleged ties to traffickers as Colombia heads to the May 2026 vote. The probes are described as early but politically consequential.

ATC audio published by CBS appears to show two jets nearly colliding at JFK, renewing scrutiny of runway and approach safety as federal tech rollouts continue.

City Planning approved a zoning rewrite this week to loosen rules blocking rooftop solar, battery storage and other climate projects across New York City.

A Neptune City traffic stop last Thursday led to the seizure of heroin, crack, a loaded .380 and $1,800, prosecutors say.

Three suspects robbed and punched an 18‑year‑old on an F train near Court Square–23rd Street on March 17; police and Crime Stoppers are offering a reward for information.

A new Albany bill would require randomized full-body scans for corrections officers and set a clearer appeals process for visitors who fail scans. Sponsors say it aims to cut contraband and reduce disputed denials.

A Bronx Mitchell‑Lama co‑op has opened a waitlist with studios starting at $15,745. Low buy‑ins come with monthly maintenance and eligibility rules.

A tunnel fire near 135th Street stalled a 2 train and snarled service on the 2 and 3 lines during the Wednesday afternoon commute.

Three Molotov cocktails were thrown at a Staten Island home late Thursday; police say there were no injuries and are asking anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers.

Two teens were slashed aboard a Bx12 bus near East Fordham Road; police say a masked man fled the scene and both victims are expected to recover.

NYU gastroenterologist Aasma Shaukat warns that colorectal cancer is rising in younger adults as new American Cancer Society data show cause for concern.

After marathon talks in New York, the WNBA and players reached a verbal CBA that would raise top salaries and keep the 2026 season on track pending ratification.