The Hotel and Gaming Trades Council has stepped up member mobilization ahead of a July contract expiration, and local planners warn a World Cup‑era walkout would ripple through hotels and events.

Joseph Marte, a Bronx native and former construction owner, built Tacos Supreme in Fordham and serves scratch‑made Mexican and Tex‑Mex, including birria.

A Suffolk County jury found Jeremy Allen guilty in the hours-long torture and killing of his longtime friend; he was sentenced to life without parole Thursday.

Affordable‑housing winners say steep amenity fees in new mixed‑income towers lock them out of gyms, lounges and pools. Tenants and advocates want clearer rules.

A fire at BronxCare’s 1650 Selwyn Ave tower sent flames from the 17th floor Wednesday night; FDNY brought the blaze under control and reported no injuries.

A 17-year-old was arrested after a loaded handgun was recovered at Bronx Prep Charter School; police say charges are pending.

Former Silverback developer Josh Schuster will plead guilty after prosecutors say he stole more than $10M from investors; a change-of-plea hearing is set for Friday.

The TD Five Boro Bike Tour returns Sunday, May 3, 2026 — a car-free, 40-mile ride through all five boroughs with over 32,000 riders expected. Wave assignments are due in late April.

A 22-year-old man was shot overnight in Van Nest and is expected to recover. Police are searching for a suspect who fled the scene.

A 15-year-old was arrested after an alleged stabbing aboard a Bee‑Line bus in Greenburgh. Officials say the victim's injuries are serious but not believed to be life‑threatening.

Gov. Kathy Hochul doubled down on a multi‑billion plan to expand child care across New York, pairing with Mayor Zohran Mamdani to launch free care for two‑year‑olds and push for universal Pre‑K.

NYPD Crime Stoppers posted a wanted notice after a late‑night Hunts Point assault involving a gun; a reward is available for tips.

A new Value in Health analysis co‑authored by Memorial Sloan Kettering and Turquoise Health finds fuller hospital price disclosure is linked to meaningful declines in commercial oncology prices, with the biggest drops where disclosure is broad and complete.