Mayor Zohran Mamdani will nominate Sideya Sherman to run the Department of City Planning, putting an equity advocate in charge of zoning and housing decisions. Her arrival comes as the administration moves to speed approvals and prioritize affordability.

The Babylon IDA is weighing a $428,150 sales‑tax exemption to convert a vacant North Amityville warehouse into modern light‑industrial space, promising jobs and $9M in investment.

A video showing a hole on the Fire Island Inlet Bridge prompted Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman to demand immediate inspections and push for new state funding.

NYPD Crime Stoppers released a wanted notice after multiple shots were fired at an apartment door near Buhre and Mahan early Friday. Investigators are asking anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers.

A 66-year-old driver was struck in East Elmhurst after handing his phone to a stranger; NYPD Crime Stoppers released images and is seeking tips.

A $330M Queens estate fight has become an appellate test of the borough’s Surrogate’s Court, with filings accusing a judge of using a secret docket and gag orders.

Hochul pushed back after NYU Langone ended its transgender youth program amid federal funding threats. Families and officials are scrambling for alternatives.

Common areas at 2065 Morris Ave went dark after management allegedly fell behind on a Con Edison bill; DOB inspectors later cited dozens of violations. Residents say power returned Friday after a payment.

A joint venture paid about $364.7M for Staten Island’s Park Hill after years of tenant complaints. New owners and public agencies say millions will fund a deep rehabilitation.

A wild turkey briefly stopped an MTA bus at Victory Boulevard and Forest Avenue before sauntering away unharmed.

Alberto Frias, 27, surrendered to police for a Bronx subway station shooting on Feb 10, resulting in Adrian Dawodu's death after an escalated dispute. Frias faces murder charges and was seen seeking post-crime help from associates.

Jonathan Haidt's book and public push have helped move age-based social media limits from debate into law and school policy. The science is contested and young people want a voice.

NYPD Crime Stoppers released a wanted notice after a Feb. 8 robbery near 108th Street and 48th Avenue in Queens. A reward of up to $3,500 is being offered for tips.