Discord user Lonnie Youmans is charged with child sexual exploitation and distribution of child pornography; he remains presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Authorities have busted auto theft rings operating out of the Bronx, involving stolen airport rental cars and luxury vehicles, some shipped to West Africa.

An off-duty NYPD officer was shot in the leg during a carjacking attempt in Queens; two men with criminal histories were arrested and face charges, including attempted murder.

An off-duty NYPD officer was grazed by a bullet to the leg in an early morning ambush in Queens. Two masked suspects fled the scene and two men have been detained. The investigation continues.

NYPD officer Travis Desouza was charged with attempting to send indecent material to a minor, who was actually an undercover officer. This violation occurred during his involvement with a youth program.

Former Taliban commander Haji Najibullah pleads guilty to hostage-taking and terrorism-related charges, including attacks that led to American deaths.

George Santos, a former U.S. representative, was sentenced to 87 months in prison for wire fraud and identity theft, following his guilty plea last August.

DoorDash settled a wage dispute with a $16.8 million payment to its delivery workers, despite ongoing allegations of wage theft in New York City. Workers protested, claiming underpayment persists.

The NYPD is seeking information on two suspects involved in a Bronx attempted robbery where a man was shot; a reward of up to $3,500 is offered for tips.

Children in New York City immigration court, some as young as four, face legal proceedings without representation due to cuts in federal funding for legal aid, significantly increasing their risk of deportation.

An unauthorized cannabis operation under the LIE in Rego Park was shut down by the Queens DA's Office, with 3 arrested and various cannabis products seized.

A fire on Holy Saturday damaged Saint Edmund Church in Queens before Easter. The blaze required 100+ responders and minor injuries to two firefighters. Parishioners salvaged some religious icons, and the congregation plans to rebuild.

NYPD seeks two suspects for an attempted assault in the Bronx; an 18-year-old was fired upon. Tips could lead to a $3,500 reward.