A 63-year-old Ogden man is jailed on $2M bond after Riley County police say he faces human‑trafficking, rape and fentanyl distribution charges. Authorities say the case stems from reports filed in 2023 and 2026.

A state‑funded, $32 million, 60‑bed recovery center opened on Wards Island to provide medication‑assisted treatment and stabilization for men in early recovery.

Andrew Amer, who led the state's civil case against Donald Trump, was named to the Court of Claims in a 28‑judge round of appointments.

NYC DOT is advancing a redesign to finish the one‑block bike‑lane gap on Ashland Place, reconfiguring traffic and adding a two‑way protected lane to connect Downtown Brooklyn.

A suspicious device resembling a bomb was left on the steps of Culture House in Greenpoint; NYPD ESU removed it and found it safe. Investigators have vouchered the item and the probe is ongoing.

NYPD Crime Stoppers posted a wanted notice after a 50‑year‑old man was slashed outside 304 West 117 Street on Monday night. Witnesses are asked to call 1‑800‑577‑TIPS.

The Balloon Museum opens July 15 at the Tin Building, anchored by Marina Abramović’s first inflatable installation and a roster of international artists.

Whole Foods has signed a lease for the former Rite Aid at 182 Smith St on Smith Street. The site is vacant now and there’s no official opening date yet.

Bloomberg will match $25M for the 9/11 Memorial’s new Never Forget Fund, a $75M push to expand exhibits, teacher programs and free student access before the 25th anniversary.

NYPD Crime Stoppers says a suspect punched a 58-year-old employee and stole merchandise from a Church Avenue store on May 8.

Mayor Mamdani canceled the Gracie Mansion pre‑Parade reception after Latino leaders said the move was a snub; City Hall says the event will be rescheduled for parade weekend.

Police released photos June 4 seeking help to identify two men wanted in a May 16 knifepoint robbery in Sunset Park. Officials ask anyone with video or tips to contact Crime Stoppers.

Taa Grays was sworn in as the New York State Bar Association's 129th president, the first Black woman to hold the post in the group's 150-year history. She plans to prioritize AI readiness, access to justice and member support.