A new comptroller report says AI has lifted New York’s tax receipts — but models show a downside that could cost billions and hundreds of thousands of jobs, so Levine wants bigger reserves.

The First Department reinstated Otis Taylor's racial‑discrimination suit against Sgt. Martin Toczek, finding alleged racist remarks could be enough for a jury to decide.

Light showers are likely Thursday in NYC with highs near 61°F. The unsettled pattern continues through the weekend, with boating impacts and a warm‑up next week.

The MTA board approved a $120.8M purchase of 92 clean‑diesel express coaches for Staten Island, replacing an aging fleet while electrification projects continue. Deliveries are slated for late 2028–2029.

Court filings say a Bronx man pleaded guilty after prosecutors say he lured Spanish‑speaking immigrant women with job offers, threatened deportation and sexually assaulted them; he was sentenced to 15 years.

A 15-year-old was stabbed aboard a No. 6 train at Whitlock Avenue in Longwood Tuesday night; police say multiple suspects fled and are asking for tips.

NYPD CrimeStoppers released images after a 38-year-old man was struck with a brick and robbed outside 2514 Barnes Avenue in the Bronx; investigators are seeking tips.

A 47-year-old MTA conductor was punched at the Third Avenue–138th Street station in Mott Haven; police say the suspect fled and detectives are seeking tips.

Heat Advisory in effect until 8 p.m.; late-afternoon storms possible with gusty winds. Cooling centers are open across the city.

A small share of NYC PTAs raised most PTA money in 2024–25 while hundreds raised little or nothing, widening program and staffing gaps between schools.

A 76-year-old woman was struck and later died after being hit while walking in a lane of the Grand Central Parkway in Corona. The NYPD’s collision squad is investigating.

Oneonta approved a 12‑month moratorium on data centers after residents rallied against a proposed Eco‑Yotta project; state lawmakers are also debating a longer pause. The town will use the year to update zoning and request studies.

A Second Circuit panel struck down New York’s private‑property “vampire rule” while upholding a ban on guns in public parks in Christian v. James.