Backpage agreed to a $215 million settlement over sex trafficking allegations, with funds coming from seized assets for victims trafficked through their website from 2004-2020.

Edwin Cruz Gomez pleaded not guilty to murder and other charges in the Queens hit-and-run that killed Jhoanny Saray Gomez-Alvarez after he allegedly made unwanted sexual propositions.

The MTA announced a route swap for the F and M subway lines to improve commutes and reduce train congestion, affecting weekday travel between Manhattan and Queens.

The NYC mayoral race intensifies with attacks between Democrat Zohran Mamdani and ex-Gov. Cuomo, focusing on past policies and current accusations. Republican Curtis Sliwa faces bribery claims, while Jim Walden endorses Cuomo.

New York is issuing inflation refund checks of up to $400 to eligible residents to alleviate high living costs, without the need for applications, as part of a broader financial relief strategy.

The NYPD seeks public help in solving the killing of 21-year-old Dashanna Donovan, releasing images of the suspect from her Queens apartment shooting.

A Washington County man, Thomas P. Allen Sr., pled guilty to transporting child pornography and could face 5-20 years in prison. He admitted to uploading and receiving illicit images of minors.

NYC Mayor Adams announced a new 15 mph speed limit for e-bikes and e-scooters starting October 24, aimed at improving street safety, sparking debate over enforcement and implications for the mayoral election.

The NYPD is searching for two male suspects involved in a daylight Bronx shooting that injured a woman. They fled on Citi bikes and were last seen in casual clothing. The public is asked to help find them.

The Trump administration threatens to withhold over $67 million from magnet schools in NYC, Chicago, and Northern Virginia for policies supporting transgender students, citing Title IX violations.

A student was arrested for a threatening Instagram post and possessing a loaded pistol at a Queens high school; additional security measures were installed.

Governor Hochul allocates $176 million to enhance New York’s water and sewer systems, targeting lead line replacements and contaminant removal in drinking water.

A man was indicted for an explosion on a boat he piloted while allegedly intoxicated, injuring two off City Island. He faces charges including assault and operating a vessel under the influence.