NYPD warns of increased Toyota Highlander thefts across NYC zip codes, urging anti-theft measures. Toyota also recalls over 90,000 vehicles due to HVAC issues affecting driver visibility.

A man was stabbed in the neck on Manhattan's Lower East Side; he's in stable condition, and no arrests have been made. Police seek a suspect in a red hoodie.

A man was fatally shot and a woman wounded at a Bed-Stuy housing complex; the shooter remains at large. Witnesses saw two men fleeing the scene. Police are investigating.

A former charity fiscal officer, Marcia Joseph, was sentenced to 21 months for embezzling over $2 million, ordered to pay restitution and forfeiture of the same amount.

A former quant employee in NY faces securities and wire fraud charges for manipulating models to increase his bonus, resulting in $23 million of unearned compensation.

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.