New York has passed a law requiring social media platforms to display warning labels about potential mental health risks, such as anxiety and depression, to protect users from excessive use.

Governor Kathy Hochul announced $63 million in funding for expanding safe swimming facilities in New York State, focusing on building up underserved communities through the NY SWIMS initiative.

Two people were injured in a head-on collision in North Amityville, Suffolk County. The involved vehicles were impounded for safety checks, and police seek information from the public.

A CVS worker was fatally stabbed on Christmas; a suspect was charged with second-degree murder. Police and the victim's family criticized CVS's delay in releasing surveillance footage.

A family of four lost their home and one person was injured in a Long Beach house fire on Friday night, with firefighters from multiple departments responding to the blaze.

Bronx residents at Mitchel Houses are still dealing with the aftermath of a gas explosion months ago, as cooking gas service has not yet been restored.

Governor Kathy Hochul announced the completion of a $6.2 million maintenance painting project on Rochester's Frederick Douglass-Susan B. Anthony Memorial Bridge.

Police rescued an eight-year-old boy from an icy pond in Long Island after the ice broke, with officers pulling him to safety and transporting him to the hospital.

A fire in Valley Stream, Long Island, left four homeless, with no injuries reported. Around 100 firefighters from eight departments responded; cause under investigation.

The NY Attorney General's Office is investigating the fatal police shooting of Eric Davis in Rochester after a violent incident where Davis fired at officers.

Lake Sebago Beach's $95.8 million reconstruction in NY has progressed with the awarding of a construction contract, aiming for a 2027 reopening post-Irene closure.

Thieves stole $50,000 worth of toys from the nonprofit Toys of Hope in Long Island, meant for underprivileged children. The community is rallying to replace them.

A Queens family disputes the NYPD's account of their son's fatal shooting, arguing against the claim he charged at officers with a box cutter. They demand transparency and an investigation.