A 12‑year‑old Pierson Middle School student died after a raft flipped on the Lehigh River during the annual Poconos trip. The district has offered counseling while state investigators probe the capsizing.

Mayor Mamdani and NYC Public Schools extended Birth-to-2 funding through 2026–27, preserving 120+ infant‑toddler seats across 10 community programs as the city prepares for 2‑K enrollment.

The NYC Comptroller and Hebrew Free Loan Society are expanding zero‑interest lending with an $8M commitment to help qualifying small businesses access up to $60K. The program aims to reach owners shut out of traditional credit.

The CFTC has asked a Manhattan court to vacate a $5 million consent order with Gemini, saying evidence behind the penalty was flawed and refund status is unclear.

At TikTok’s NYC showcase, Councilmember Kevin Riley promoted Intro 408 — a pilot to pair social‑media creators with local small businesses. Supporters say it could boost discovery for neighborhood shops.

A Long Island resident survived a rare Bourbon virus infection — the first confirmed human case in New York State — public‑health officials say. Prevention and testing remain key.

Two teenagers were stabbed Monday in Astoria near 31st Avenue and 45th Street; both are hospitalized and investigators are seeking witnesses.

Mild start and highs near 76°F; spotty showers and an isolated thunderstorm are possible this afternoon. Moderate rip current risk at area beaches—swim near lifeguards.

The Orchard, a 70-story, 823-foot tower in Long Island City, has opened with 824 rental homes and a 60,000-square-foot private backyard plus extensive amenities.

Sen. Chuck Schumer unveiled the Family Grocery and Farmer Relief Act, saying it would force big packers to slim down and help local processors — a bid to lower meat costs. The bill arrives as beef prices and federal antitrust scrutiny are both rising.

Patchy morning fog clears to a mostly sunny, warm afternoon with highs near 78°F. Moderate rip currents continue; slight chance of showers Wednesday.

Aboard the Intrepid at Pier 86, veterans and city leaders paused for a wreath‑laying, Taps and a salute. The Little Neck–Douglaston parade in Queens is set to march at 2 p.m., rain or shine.

Floyd Mayweather says a former associate siphoned $175M from his jewelry, property deals and a private jet.