A book borrowed in 1952 was returned after 72 years to the NYPL's Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, offering a glimpse into the city's past and avoiding late fees due to a recent policy change.

A Queens fire seriously injured one person and left over 20 homeless; FDNY is investigating the cause, potentially a lithium-ion battery. Firefighters controlled the blaze in about two hours. The Red Cross is assisting those displaced.

Nassau County police identified Josefina Ramirez Montero as the victim of a fatal Christmas Eve stabbing in Massapequa. She was found with multiple stab wounds and later pronounced dead at the hospital. No suspect information has been released.

Officials unveiled the new 116th Precinct Station House in Southeast Queens, a project valued at $105 million meant to improve police response times and community relations.

A 75-year-old man was killed by a semi-truck on the LIE while attending to his parked car; subsequent traffic delays impacted both the LIE and Northern State Parkway.

Rex Heuermann, identified as the Gilgo Beach serial killer, faces a seventh murder charge for Valerie Mack's death in 2000. Remains identified as Mack's were found across Long Island.

The MTA is ordering 80 new 'open gangway' subway cars to improve commutes in NYC, with delivery by 2028. This is part of a $1.3 billion purchase financed by congestion pricing revenues.

One person died in an early morning fire in a Fresh Meadows, Queens apartment. Firefighters responded quickly, but the victim was found deceased. The cause is under investigation.

DOJ report finds civil rights violations by Mount Vernon Police including unlawful arrests and strip searches. Mayor promises reform and accountability.

The OSI concluded its investigation into Zabina Gafoor's death, finding the NYPD officer who struck her will face no charges, citing lack of evidence of criminality.

Former NYCHA superintendent Corey Gilmore was convicted of bribery and extortion, with his actions compromising contracts worth hundreds of thousands of dollars.

The DOJ found that the Mount Vernon Police Department routinely violates civil rights through excessive force, unlawful searches, and baseless arrests.

A fire at a Staten Island marina damaged 12 boats and injured two firefighters, with poor visibility from fog and smoke hampering response efforts. The cause is under investigation.