The state comptroller’s new analysis says federal tariffs and related policies cut international visitors and exports in 2025, hitting jobs and border communities. The losses include hundreds of thousands fewer crossings and billions in trade lost.

DOE rescinded a policy and dropped its appeal, preserving a court victory that protects state energy funding and avoids cuts to staffing and services.

A grand jury indicted ex‑NYPD officer Kevin Richmond on April 1, 2026, on vehicular manslaughter and DWI charges in the 2023 death of motorcyclist Nidia Nieves. He was released on bond and is due back in court May 1.

A Department of Buildings retweet said the city would remove bike racks for car parking, prompting immediate pushback from cyclists and Council members.

Three people robbed a Flushing nail salon on March 22, seizing cash and a security camera. NYPD Crime Stoppers posted surveillance and is offering up to $3,500 for tips.

DOB says it approved plans for a 90‑story underground “earthscraper” to protect skyline views while adding housing.

Isiah Garrett was sentenced to 20 years to life for the 2022 killing of Avanti “MoneyGang Vontae” Frowner during a robbery at Amazing Pharmacy in Crotona. Co-defendants remain charged or await sentencing.

New audio captures a Delta Connection crew on the wrong tower frequency during a LaGuardia approach, forcing a go‑around before the flight landed.

Markets staged a relief rally as reports suggested the U.S.-Iran conflict might be easing, pushing the Dow more than 1,100 points higher. Tech and chip names led the move as oil fell.

FDNY responded to a reported gas explosion in the basement of a six‑story Bedford Park apartment on East 198th Street; residents were briefly evacuated and no injuries were reported.

Hochul’s proposal to exempt tipped income up to $25,000 could shave about $239M from NYC’s revenues over four years, city budget documents show. The change splits business backers and worker advocates.

Prosecutors say a leading ghost‑gun trafficker was taken into custody in New York City amid a multi‑agency investigation into untraceable firearms.

FDNY activity near East 198th and Jerome Avenue prompted a NotifyNYC alert Tuesday, warning of road closures, heavy traffic and possible transit disruptions. Officials advised using alternate routes.