New York Governor Hochul announced a preliminary approval for $142 million to improve healthcare in the Bronx, aiming to bolster local medical facilities and ensure equitable care.

Alleged Tren de Aragua gang member Anderson Zambrano-Pacheco was arrested in the Bronx for firearm possession as a fugitive, potentially facing 15 years in prison.

Bronx man Marcus Rogers was sentenced to 30 years to life for sexually assaulting a young relative over five years, starting when she was 11. The case was prosecuted despite delays from his malingering.

Yedang, a Queens cafe, is praised for its traditional Korean tteok, handmade by 81-year-old owner Hee Soon Kim, and recognized by Eater as a top spot for Asian desserts.

Jerson Vasquez pleaded guilty to attempted murder and rape after a violent assault he committed following an arranged meeting from a Facebook Marketplace ad. He faces 15 years in prison.

NYPD seeks a suspect for a stabbing on a 5 train, offering a $3,500 reward for information leading to an arrest. The incident occurred on January 26, in the 40th Precinct.

NYPD seeks a suspect for an attempted rape in Queens; a woman, 32, was attacked and threatened but the assailant fled. A reward is offered for information.

Mayor Eric Adams reports on the success of "Operation Restore Roosevelt" in Queens, noting a 25% crime reduction in targeted neighborhoods. The multi-agency initiative tackled public safety issues and quality-of-life concerns.

New York City honored Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with events focused on community service and civil rights history, including meal prep and museum exhibits, while also noting political tensions.

NYC's Department of Sanitation is considering using drones to enforce trash laws and improve cleanliness, but the idea faces criticism over privacy and effectiveness concerns.

A surfer, Jack Shapiro, died after being found unresponsive in the waters near Long Island's Gilgo Beach. The cause of his death is under investigation.

An MTA bus crashed through a retaining wall in the Bronx, leaving it dangling above a street. No passengers were on board, and the driver was unharmed. The cause is under investigation.

A building superintendent in Queens was murdered, and Sandra Coto Navarro has been charged. The victim, Jose Rene Portillo, was found wrapped in bags under a bed.