New York is allocating $25 million to create Regional Disability Health Clinics that prioritize dental access and accessibility upgrades for people with developmental disabilities.

Federal prosecutors say SantaCon organizer Stefan Pildes diverted more than half of about $2.7M raised for the event into a private slush fund; he was arrested in Manhattan and indicted.

A Pittsfield man was arrested after state police say he repeatedly sexually assaulted a 14‑year‑old resident at a Valatie group home. He faces 35 counts and is jailed.

A Haverstraw man was sentenced to 135 months in federal prison for enticement of a minor while he remains jailed on a 2022 Rockland County murder charge.

Huntington’s Town Board voted 4–1 to advance Melville Crossing, a $130M, ~400‑unit mixed‑use project at 75 Maxess Road, even as neighbors warn of school and utility strain.

The Long Island Council of Churches' Freeport pantry will close April 15 after years serving the community, a loss that comes as demand for emergency food surges across Long Island. Local food banks and resource lines are offering alternatives.

RecruitNY open houses roll across Long Island as New York tries to rebuild thousands of lost volunteer firefighters and shore up local coverage. Departments are offering perks and lawmakers are weighing modest pay.

NYC Public Schools are rolling out Hidden Voices lessons on Jewish and Muslim American history as part of a city effort to curb religion‑based harassment. Teachers say training and classroom time will determine whether the materials stick.

Clear skies and about 67°F Tuesday morning; highs near 79°F and a Small Craft Advisory on ocean waters through 6 p.m.

A Newark man wanted in a Massapequa law‑firm fraud case was arrested in Colorado after applying for a jail‑guard job and extradited back to Nassau County. Prosecutors say he skipped sentencing and now faces bail‑jumping charges.

The FCC has warned several New York property owners after tracing unlicensed FM signals to buildings in Manhattan and Queens. Owners have 10 business days to show broadcasts have stopped or face steep penalties.

A Hunts Point mother says mold has plagued her apartment for months; an inspection reportedly found elevated mold in vents and HPD says it is investigating.

The NYPD’s 106th Precinct says a Queens South team recovered a loaded firearm in Ozone Park and arrested the suspected carriers, though officials released few details.