The NYC medical examiner's office continues efforts to identify 9/11 victims' remains 24 years later, with recent technological advancements aiding in the identification of three victims last month.

A Columbia University student was detained by individuals claiming to be federal agents; details are unclear. Separately, student activist Mohsen Mahdawi resumed studies after facing immigration issues.

NYC's subway reported its safest summer with a 9% drop in crime, attributed to increased NYPD patrols and security measures which Governor Hochul plans to maintain.

Governor Hochul announces $80 million in funding for New York arts and culture nonprofits through the NYSCA Capital Projects Fund, with various grant types offered.

OSI concluded NYPD officers were justified in fatally shooting Christopher Ferguson after he pointed a gun at them during a high-speed pursuit in Brooklyn.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams has initiated the Brownsville Arts Center & Apartments (BACA) project, featuring 283 affordable homes and a cultural arts center, aimed at promoting affordable living and community engagement.

NYPD increased security around NYC's sensitive sites following Israeli airstrikes in Qatar, amid heightened Middle East tensions. No specific threat to the city reported.

A fire in a Manhattan high-rise caused by a couch ignited seven injuries, with the FDNY responding quickly and controlling the flames. The cause is under investigation.

A man with a butcher knife slashed a Brooklyn officer, was shot dead by police after a taser failed to subdue him. The officer is recovering; the incident is under review.

The National Weather Service forecasts rain in NYC before 2 pm with a cooling trend to follow, an 80-90% chance of precipitation, and no hazardous weather expected this week.

Governor Kathy Hochul announced a $28 million investment in New York for 10 energy efficiency projects, targeting large buildings and affordable housing, to reduce the carbon footprint as part of the Empire Building Challenge.

A Brooklyn shooting left 20-year-old twin Darius Coles dead and his brother hospitalized, sparking grief and an ongoing NYPD investigation.

NYC's Unlocking Doors program sees scant landlord interest in offers to pay for apartment renovations. Only one fully applied and withdrew; the program aims to address housing crisis and vacant, rent-stabilized units.