Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman announces his candidacy for New York governor, aiming to extend his county's low crime rates and fiscal conservatism to the state level.

Edwin Díaz signed a three-year, $69 million contract with the World Series champions Los Angeles Dodgers, expected to bolster their bullpen as their closer.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams directs city agencies to adopt language tech, enhancing accessibility for non-English speakers, with the NYPD and public schools developing custom apps. The initiative aligns with broader tech strategies for city inclusivity.

NYC Ferry introduces the new St. George to Bay Ridge route, reconnecting Staten Island and Brooklyn and altering other routes due to subway changes. Commuters can expect frequent service and affordable fares with various ticket options.

68-year-old Trevor Samuels was killed in Queens by a moped driven by Yunior Rodriguez, who is charged with unlicensed operation. Samuels’ daughter Kievette mourns the loss.

A man in Bethpage, N.Y., Vito Dambrosio, was accused of killing his parents at their deli. He had history of violence and was estranged from the family.

A Suffolk County man was indicted for unlawful surveillance of a minor at a Target store, facing charges including evidence tampering and child endangerment.

Governor Kathy Hochul announced a $32 million investment in a new Applied Technology Facility at SUNY Delhi to enhance the university's mechatronics program and support advanced manufacturing education.

A man and a woman were killed in a stabbing at A&A Italian Deli in Bethpage, New York; a male suspect is in custody, with motives under investigation.

A ShopRite employee was charged with arson for starting a fire in the store, causing $100,000 in damages. No injuries occurred due to a customer's intervention.

Over 1.5 million bags of shredded cheese from Great Lakes Cheese Co. have been recalled across 31 states due to potential metal contamination, affecting products at Walmart, Target, and Aldi.

An 18-year-old is in custody for a shooting at a Long Island party that killed a college basketball player and injured two others; he faces murder and attempted murder charges.

New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's stance on Israel and support for BDS has led to a public debate with Rabbi Marc Schneier, illuminating tensions amid differing views within New York's Jewish and Muslim communities.