A teen was fatally shot in the Bronx during a water gun fight; NYPD seeks the suspect in a dark hoodie. The incident adds to NYC's rising teen gun violence.

Willie Green of Albany was sentenced to 63 months for unlawful firearm possession after his murder conviction.

A Bronx fire linked to lithium-ion batteries injured 13 people and prompted calls for stricter regulations. Mayor Adams emphasized the dangers of uncertified batteries and urged public vigilance.

Bronx authorities indicted 19 alleged gang members from 9Raq and Thirdside for shootings, including a murder and bystander injuries, with the District Attorney seeking solutions to youth violence.

Seven teens have been indicted in Queens for a brutal park assault involving a metal bat, facing charges that could lead to 25 years in prison if convicted.

A grassroots group in Suffolk County created an app to alert residents to ICE agent sightings, used over 60,000 times since January, amid rising community concerns.

Suspect Naved Durrni, with a history of anti-Muslim attacks, assaulted a Muslim woman on the subway after questioning her faith, resulting in her significant injuries. He faces hate crime charges.

Long Island's Crescent Duck Farm is recovering from avian flu, introducing new ducks to continue its lineage after culling its flock due to the outbreak.

The Trump administration referred a case involving the Massapequa School District's Native American mascot to federal prosecutors, contesting New York's ban on such imagery.

New York AG Letitia James collaborates with The New York Community Trust to distribute $3.2 million in grants for pollinator conservation, funded by a Bayer CropScience and Monsanto settlement.

Attorney General Letitia James announced a $7.4 billion settlement with Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family, aiming to address opioid addiction and prevention.

The Bronx Zoo hosted "Brew at the Zoo", offering craft beer, food, music, and animal exhibits for adults, including Dinosaur Safari and themed party zones.

Two Bronx High School students campaign for New York legislation to mandate open caption screenings for the deaf and hard of hearing in movie theaters.